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Before Y2K, Catch Up On This Kyle Mooney Gem
ComicBook.comStory by Lisa Laman
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Before surviving the Y2K apocalypse, dive into the quirky and moving directorial debut of 'SNL' star Kyle Mooney with the indie gem 'Brigsby Bear'.
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- Mooney's 2017 indie comedy 'Brigsby Bear' is a charming and thoughtful exploration of his fascination with classic pop culture, examining how even toxic art can hold meaning for the isolated protagonist.
- Despite its artistic merits, 'Brigsby Bear' struggled at the box office, earning just $532,669, proving that a film's cultural impact can transcend its commercial success.
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Kyle Mooney, Dave McCary, Greg Kinnear, Andy Samberg, Good Neighbor, Saturday Night Live, A24, Y2K, Brigsby Bear