Esther Povitsky: Hot for My Name (2020)
Esther goes home to Skokie, Illinois to understand why her unique relationship with her parents motivated her to become a comedian. Documentary footage is intercut with stand-up, giving audiences a hilarious look into her origin story.
Director: Nicholaus Goossen
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Esther Povitsky as Herself |
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Christine Taylor as Esther's Mom |
| Writing | Esther Povitsky | Writer |
| Directing | Nicholaus Goossen | Director |
| Production | Esther Povitsky | Executive Producer |
| Production | Nicholaus Goossen | Executive Producer |
| Camera | Harvey Glen | Director of Photography |