

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.

Movie: Esther Povitsky: Hot for My Name
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