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The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling
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The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling

film by Apatow [2018]
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The documentary The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling, directed by Judd Apatow, is a two-part chronicle of the life and career of the iconic comedian Garry Shandling. Shandling, known for his self-deprecating humor and for incorporating his personal life into his work, created and starred in the television series It's Garry Shandling's Show and The Larry Sanders Show. Apatow, a filmmaker recognized for his offbeat comedies, was a friend and colleague of Shandling, having interviewed him for a high school radio show and later worked with him on television projects. The documentary explores Shandling's journey as a comedian and his unique approach to television.12

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