Punchline (1988) starring Sally Field, Tom Hanks, John Goodman. Housewife, mother of three and aspiring stand-up comic Lilah (Field) has to contend with husband (Goodman) who wants her to be available for his needs. Meanwhile, she seeks advice from fellow comic Steven (Hanks) who is about to get his big break, and really doesn't care about anyone but himself. The problem with the movie is that none of the comedy routines portrayed is really funny. None of the comics garners a genuine laugh. We may care about the characters, because they are likable, but they aren't funny. Hanks provides an occasional spark, but it's not enough to save the movie. The subtitles are barely adequate. Grade: B-
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