About Between Two Ferns: The Movie

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About

Between Two Ferns: The Movie is a mockumentary film based on the popular Funny or Die web series, Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis. Released in 2019, the film follows fictionalized versions of Zach Galifianakis and his crew as they embark on a road trip to complete a series of celebrity interviews.

The plot revolves around Zach Galifianakis' character, who is given a deadline by his boss, Will Ferrell, to produce ten more episodes of his talk show or risk losing it forever. In order to fulfill this task, Zach and his team set off on a journey across the United States, conducting interviews with various celebrities along the way.

The film features cameos from numerous well-known actors and comedians, including Matthew McConaughey, Keanu Reeves, Brie Larson, Benedict Cumberbatch, and many more. The interviews present the same awkward and uncomfortable style that made the web series so popular, with Galifianakis asking provocative and often bizarre questions to his guests.

Making / Production

The idea for a Between Two Ferns movie came after the success of the web series, which began in 2008. Scott Aukerman, who co-created the web series with Galifianakis, took on the role of director for the film. The screenplay was written by Scott Aukerman and Zach Galifianakis.

The movie was shot in a mockumentary style, resembling a documentary being filmed by Zach's crew as they travel across the country. The production incorporated a mix of scripted scenes and improvised interactions with real celebrities, creating an authentic and humorous experience.

Actors

• Zach Galifianakis as himself - The main protagonist and host of Between Two Ferns.
• Will Ferrell as himself - Zach's boss and the one who gives him the ultimatum.
• Lauren Lapkus as Carol Hunch - Zach's loyal assistant.
• Ryan Gaul as Cameron "Cam" Campbell - Zach's crew member and sound mixer.
• Jiavani Linayao as Edith "Eddie" West - Zach's crew member and camera operator.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The original Between Two Ferns web series has garnered millions of views and gained a cult following since its inception.
• The movie features cameos from over 20 celebrities, some of whom had previously been interviewed on the web series.
• Zach Galifianakis received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Short Form Variety Series for Between Two Ferns.
• The movie was released on Netflix, making it easily accessible to a wide audience.

Awards

No notable awards were received by Between Two Ferns: The Movie.

Quotes

• Will Ferrell: "Here's the deal, I'm going to give you a series of celebrity interviews on a talk show that only exists on the internet. Son, that's how they got Al Gore!"
• Zach Galifianakis: "Producing a talk show is really easy. Just ask my mom, she produced me."
• Brie Larson: "Have you heard of a series called Narnia? It's about a magical land that exists inside of a wardrobe. Maybe you should visit there sometime."

Music

The movie features a score composed by Alex Wurman, known for his work in comedy films. The music adds an extra layer of humor and playfulness to the scenes.

Soundtrack

The soundtrack for Between Two Ferns: The Movie includes various songs that enhance the comedic elements of the film. Some notable tracks include:

• "Firework" by Katy Perry
• "Shake It Off" by Taylor Swift
• "Turn Down for What" by DJ Snake and Lil Jon