joseph gagnon - a self portrait(2025)

Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger(en)

An HBO special edited from three performances from Chris Rock's 2008 comedy tour: London (dark suit, dark shirt), Johannesburg (black suit, white shirt) and New York (shiny jacket). Topics include the ongoing presidential campaign, the possibility of a black president, George W. Bush, gas prices, low-paid jobs, ringtones and bottled water, sex, relationships and the correct use of the n-word

Tom Segura: Disgraceful(en)

Tom Segura gives voice to the sordid thoughts you'd never say out loud, with blunt musings on porn, parking lot power struggles, parenthood and more.

A Nice Girl Like You(en)

Lucy Neal is thrown for a loop when she is accused of being too inhibited by her ex-boyfriend. In an effort to prove him wrong, Lucy creates a rather wild to-do list that sends her on a whirlwind and surprising journey of self-discovery, friendship, and new love.

Jerry Seinfeld: 23 Hours to Kill(en)

Jerry Seinfeld takes the stage in New York and tackles talking vs. texting, bad buffets vs. so-called "great" restaurants and the magic of Pop Tarts.

Louis C.K.: Hilarious(en)

In this unique and dynamic live concert experience, Louis C.K.'s exploration of life after 40 destroys politically correct images of modern life with thoughts we have all had...but would rarely admit to.

Shane Gillis: Beautiful Dogs(en)

In a rowdy stand-up set, Shane Gillis riffs on his girlfriend's Navy SEAL ex, touring George Washington's house and being bullied by an Australian Goth.

Why Worry?(en)

A hypochondriac vacations in the tropics for the fresh air - and finds himself in the middle of a revolution instead.

Taylor Tomlinson: Quarter-Life Crisis(en)

Comedian Taylor Tomlinson is halfway through her 20s — and she's over it. From dating losers to a failed engagement, she takes aim at her life choices.

Louis C.K.: Oh My God(en)

Filmed at the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, AZ on February 15th and 16th, 2013, Oh My God is Louis C.K.'s fifth stand-up special, his first for HBO since 2007's Shameless, and his first since winning a Emmy Award for writing on his acclaimed show on FX, Louie. Performed in the round in front of a live audience, he discusses such topics as the food chain, animals, divorce, strange anecdotes, broken morality, murder and mortality.

Sun Dogs(en)

A man eager to serve his country but rejected by the Marines pairs up with a young runaway to form an unlikely team on a misguided adventure.

Jim Jefferies: Freedumb(en)

Returning for a second Netflix comedy special, Jim Jefferies unleashes his famously ferocious black humor to a packed house in Nashville, Tennessee.

House of D(en)

In the present, artist Tom Warshaw recalls his traumatic coming of age. As a 13-year-old growing up in New York City in 1973, Tom hangs out with Pappass, a mentally disabled man. With Tom's mother battling depression after the death of her husband, the young boy is left to his own devices. When Tom develops a crush on schoolmate Melissa, Pappass feels abandoned and begins behaving erratically.

Adventures in Public School(en)

A socially-awkward, home-schooled kid forces his way into public school against his suffocating, but loving, mother's wishes.

Malibu Rescue: The Next Wave(en)

It’s summer again, and everyone’s favorite Junior Rescuers, The Flounders, are back at Tower 2. With the International Junior Rescue Championships headed to Southern California, the eyes of the entire planet are on Malibu Beach. But when Team USA falls victim to a bout of food poisoning, it’s up to Tyler, Dylan, Eric, Lizzie and Gina to represent their country in the world's most extreme lifeguard challenge!

A Futile and Stupid Gesture(en)

In a life full of triumph and failure, "National Lampoon" co-founder Doug Kenney built a comedy empire, molding pop culture in the 1970s.

The Wedding Year(en)

A commitment-phobic 27-year old’s relationship is put to the test when she and her boyfriend attend 7 weddings in the same year.

Eddie Murphy Raw(en)

Eddie Murphy delights, shocks and entertains with dead-on celebrity impersonations, observations on '80s love, sex and marriage, a remembrance of Mom's hamburgers and much more.

Chris Rock: Tamborine(en)

Chris Rock takes the stage for his first comedy special in 10 years, filled with searing observations on fatherhood, infidelity and American politics.

Kevin Hart: Irresponsible(en)

Stand-up comedian Kevin Hart talks about his family, travel and a year full of reckless behavior in front of a live sold-out crowd in London.

The F**k-It List(en)

After a prank blows up a studious high school senior's life, he shares a list of certain things he wishes he'd done differently — and maybe still can.

While We're Young(en)

An uptight documentary filmmaker and his wife find their lives loosened up a bit after befriending a free-spirited younger couple.

Willbaht(de)

KPop Demon Hunters(en)

When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira and Zoey aren't selling out stadiums, they're using their secret powers to protect their fans from supernatural threats.

Summertime Blues(de)

The life of 15 year old Alex is turned upside down, when his parents are divorced and find new partners right away. After a fight at school, the mother takes him over to England, where Alex chaotic life continues.

When I Explode(nl)

Chris' thirtieth Birthday party is turned upside down when he finds out there is a ticking bomb growing in his stomach.

Misfits(en)

From childhood innocence to the chaos of adulthood, we follow Josh-a widowed father-and his loyal band of misfit friends as they fight to save his family and home. In a last-ditch effort, Josh and his best friend Ryan enter a holiday-themed high-stakes wrestling match. As the crew rallies together, unexpected allies surface and signs from Josh's late wife Sandy appear, guiding their turbulent journey. What follows is an unpredictable mix of calamity, comedy, and camaraderie-leading to a gritty and moving conclusion.

Poughkeepsie Crispies(en)

He really likes Poughkeepsie Crispies. Maybe too much. A darkly funny, minimalist loop of repetition, ritual, and barely-hinged performance.

wasted potential(fr)

A documented introspection written, directed, composed, illustrated, and experienced by Riadh Bakache, serving as a transition into a new era for his YouTube channel. Rich in emotion, this piece reflects on his personal experiences and inner journey, supported by his readings. Riadh explores several philosophical and psychological questions about himself, in an effort to better understand and ultimately accept who he is. Taking a step back from his situation became necessary, leading to the telling of his entire journey in this video.

Unnatural(de)

In the 1800s, a stormy love relationship develops quickly between a young medical student and a woman believing herself to be the daughter of his scientist uncle, the student having never heard of her before their chance encounter and both unaware that she is the result of the scientist's illegal experiments with artificial insemination..

In the Heights(en)

The story of Usnavi, a bodega owner who has mixed feelings about closing his store and retiring to the Dominican Republic or staying in Washington Heights.

Anon(en)

Kacey, a newly qualified pilates coach, is under immense pressure to pass her probation period while dealing with anonymous online reviews that threaten her mental stability. The constant scrutiny from both her clients and assessors pushes her to the edge, blurring the lines between her professional demeanor and personal frustrations. As negative feedback intensifies, Kacey's internal battle manifests in her classes, leading to a climactic confrontation where she demands apologies from her harshest critics. Kacey must decide whether or not to take control of her life, accepting this lifestyle or confronting the toxic environment.

One Minute in Hell(ko)

A brother takes his younger ten-year-old sister, who is doubting her dream, to "The Box", where you can meet your future self. How will her future self turn out?

The Sunset Limited(en)

A deeply religious black ex-con thwarts the suicide attempt of an asocial white college professor who tries to throw himself in front of an oncoming subway train, 'The Sunset Limited.' As the one attempts to connect on a rational, spiritual and emotional level, the other remains steadfast in his hard-earned despair. Locked in a philosophical debate, both passionately defend their personal credos and try to convert the other.

Violet(en)

Violet realizes that her entire life is built on fear-based decisions, and must do everything differently to become her true self.

Redeeming Love(en)

A young couple's relationship clashes with the harsh realities of the California Gold Rush of 1850. Angel, experiencing love for the first time and facing demons unsurmountable, runs from the new life she doesn't believe she deserves. When Michael sets out to find her, Angel discovers that she indeed has the power to choose the life she wants.

Tender Age(fr)

Sixteen-year-old Diane exists exclusively through her mother's gaze. But this intensely close bond between Diane and her mother, Sophie, is becoming increasingly problematic for the teenager. At high school, she would like to be loved like she is at home and expresses it in an awkward way like when she exchanges a favor for a look, in the toilets. A loudmouth, provocative, and seeking attention, Diane tries to stand apart from her mother and wishes, during a weekend, to live like an adult.

Mask(en)

A closeted trans man struggles with the fear of feeling unloved if he comes out, forcing him to hide his true self.

Titanium(tr)

A promising young figure skater in 1990s Turkey has to overcome the self-doubt that is jeopardizing her performance.

Ayana(de)

Ayana is eagerly anticipating an important relay race. Just before the start, she is confronted with discrimination and self-doubt, which shake her determination. To make it to the starting line, she must recognize her own worth and find new confidence.

Broken Vows(en)

When Father Joseph Hennessey visits the home of one of his parishioners to offer last rights,he becomes embroiled in a plot which ultimately shakes his faith to its very foundation. Intrigued by the dying man's mention of "Nim," and fascinated by the man's saintly demeanor, Father Joseph's curiosity is redoubled when a beautiful young woman enters his church to question the young priest about the deceased man. Father Joseph and the woman, whom he discovers to be the "Nim" in question, embark upon an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the man's death.