The show that refuses to die. Five years on the Fringe, performed in a dozen countries, 10 Films had been officially retired, until Sweet Venues asked comedian Aidan Goatley to resuscitate it. And here it is again, back for a short final (probably) run.
Where previous incarnations have featured film clips, the current version is pure stand up, and none the worse for it. Goatley and his father didn't communicate much when he was growing up, except through their shared love of film, and he takes us through ten that were of particular significance in his relationship (and provided the best material for a comedian....). Dad is an engineer and loved understanding and explaining the workings of all things technical - even in the middle of a cinema, so the stories feature bonding and embarrassment in equal measure.
Aidan's style is open, friendly and involving, chatting with his audience, but never making anyone feel uncomfortable. The delivery has energy and there are plenty of well crafted jokes, still funny even when you've heard them before. It's a very human story about family relationships and affection, with an unashamedly feelgood ending that, even though I knew what was coming, still brings a tear to the eye.
Highly recommended.
10 Films With My Dad is in Sweet Grassmarket at 20.00 until 11 August.
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