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George Carlin: Jammin' in New York

George Carlin: Jammin' in New York

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Overview

When George Carlin is asked which HBO concert is his favorite, his answer is always, "Jammin’ In New York." The show, taped at the Paramount Theater in Madison Square Garden and winner of the 1992 CableACE Award, is a perfect blend of biting social commentary and more gently-observed observational pieces.

Directed by Rocco Urbisci
Written by George Carlin
Produced by George Carlin, Kimber Rickabaugh, Rocco Urbisci
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concertadult humorcomedian

About George Carlin: Jammin' in New York

George Carlin: Jammin' in New York is a comedy film released in 1992 exploring themes of concert, adult humor, comedian. Directed by Rocco Urbisci, it stars George Carlin. When George Carlin is asked which HBO concert is his favorite, his answer is always, "Jammin’ In New York." The show, taped at the Paramount Theater in Madison Square Garden and winner of the 1992 CableACE Award, is a perfect blend of biting social commentary and more gently-observed observational pieces.

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