Comedy
United States of America
The Groove Tube is a 1974 comedy film that features a series of sketches that parody various aspects of television programming, including commercials, game shows, sitcoms, and news broadcasts. The film was directed by Ken Shapiro and starred Chevy Chase in his film debut, as well as Richard Belzer and other members of the comedy troupe Channel One.
The film is best known for its raunchy and irreverent humor, which was considered shocking and controversial at the time of its release. One of the most memorable sketches is the recurring character Safety Sam, who appears in a series of public service announcements warning viewers about the dangers of sexually transmitted infections and other forms of unprotected sex.
Other notable sketches in the film include "Guru" (a spoof of self-help gurus), "Municipal Court" (a mock trial featuring Judge Bobin, who sentences defendants to bizarre punishments), and "Koko the Clown" (a stoned clown who inhabits a hallucinatory fantasy land).
Despite its low budget and experimental style, The Groove Tube became a cult classic and helped to launch the careers of several of its cast and crew members, including Chevy Chase, who went on to become a major movie star and television personality.
