Bo Burnham: Make Happy
dir. Bo Burnham · 2016
Life is a complex mix of joy and struggle, where the pursuit of happiness often reveals deeper truths about our existence.
Feature
Mental Health Struggle
Mood
Comedic / Contemplative
Look
minimalist stage setup with dynamic lighting
Structure
non-linear, interspersed with musical numbers and direct audience engagement
Plot
Combining his trademark wit and self-deprecating humor with original music, Bo Burnham offers up his unique twist on life in this stand-up special about life, death, sexuality, hypocrisy, mental illness and Pringles cans.
Why watch
A reflective yet riotous stand-up special, "Make Happy" invites you into Bo Burnham's chaotic mind, where humor and existential dread collide. With sharp wit and poignant musical interludes, Burnham captures the absurdities of modern life, making you laugh, think, and feel deeply.
Cultural context
millennial anxietysocial media influencechanging norms around masculinity and vulnerability