Canadians have never been comical slouches, evident in the strong quality of big-screen actors found throughout the past two decades in Hollywood. Names like Jim Carrey, John Candy and Dan Akyroyd are as instantly familiar to mind as they are to our laugh sacks. The stars of CBC's This Hour Has 22 Minutes prove that we also hold our own within the television jungle, as they mix their unique brand
of comic sarcasm to enlightening and masterful effect. Regular take "Talking To Americans" may be the gem of the show as it's humour lies firmly planted in reality (think actual footage of a Canadian host asking Americans dumb questions for even dumber replies). Friends doesn't get any better than this! Created by Gemini award-winning actor and writer Cathy Jones, the cast, which includes Jones in a number
of different sketches, swing from character comedy to political ambush in their weekly attack on the viewer's wits...well done indeed!
Cathy Jones
Talented creator of 22 Minutes has used her 20 years worth of experience with the comedy troupe CODCO
to hilarious results. Think wise-cracking feminist-sexist sassy aunt.
Rick Mercer
An eight-time Gemini award winner whose popular Streeters and Talking To Americans may be the backbone of the show. Think sly, sneaky and quick-as-they-come...not the person to have talking about you at the family dinner
Greg Thomey
Greg's talents include a "from the hip the delivery, sharp wit and a razor edged sense of timing", making him our favourite comedic underdog on the show. Not as abrasive as Mercer but certainly as productive...
Mary Walsh
Possibly the funniest female in Canada, she portrays such a variety of characters with such sincerity that her talent is without question amazing. Think insightful, outspoken but compassionate...
Canadians have never been comical slouches, evident in the strong quality of big-screen actors found throughout the past two decades in Hollywood. Names like Jim Carrey, John Candy and Dan Akyroyd are as instantly familiar to mind as they are to our laugh sacks. The stars of CBC's This Hour Has 22 Minutes prove that we also hold our own within the television jungle, as they mix their unique brand
of comic sarcasm to enlightening and masterful effect. Regular take "Talking To Americans" may be the gem of the show as it's humour lies firmly planted in reality (think actual footage of a Canadian host asking Americans dumb questions for even dumber replies). Friends doesn't get any better than this! Created by Gemini award-winning actor and writer Cathy Jones, the cast, which includes Jones in a number
of different sketches, swing from character comedy to political ambush in their weekly attack on the viewer's wits...well done indeed!
