Factual error: Although the movie supposedly takes place in Blaine, Missouri, you can see Texas flags in certain shots. The movie was filmed in Texas.
Waiting for Guffman (1996)
Plot summary
Directed by: Christopher Guest
Starring: Catherine O'Hara, Christopher Guest, Parker Posey, Fred Willard, Larry Miller, Michael Hitchcock, Deborah Theaker, Scott Williamson
Genres: Comedy
Actor/writer/director Corky St Clair has moved from NY to the small town of Blaine, Missouri and written an epic masterpiece called "Red,white and Blaine" for the celebrations marking the sesquicentennial anniversary (that's the 150) of the founding of Blaine.
The amateur cast includes a dentist, two travel agents, a car mechanic and a fast food chain employee who all dream of fame and fortune. Corky writes to various producers and Mr. Mort Guffman will come to the one and only performance and decide whether it will make it to Broadway.
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