Joel Gallen

Joel Gallen

Personal Details

Biography

Joel Gallen is a renowned filmmaker and television director, whose impressive body of work has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Among his most notable credits is the hilarious and irreverent parody film, Not Another Teen Movie, which was released in the year 2001. This comedic masterpiece cleverly pokes fun at the conventions of teen movies, cleverly subverting audience expectations and leaving viewers in stitches.

Gallen's work is not limited to the realm of comedy, however. In the same year, he also had the privilege of directing the poignant and powerful television special, America: A Tribute to Heroes. This moving tribute brought together a diverse array of talented performers, all of whom came together to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks and to raise funds for the relief efforts.

But Gallen's impressive resume doesn't stop there. He has also had the opportunity to work on a wide range of other projects, including the iconic music series, MTV Unplugged. First launched in 1989, this groundbreaking program brought together some of the biggest names in music, providing a unique and intimate platform for artists to showcase their talents.

Career

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2009
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2024
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{"id":217380,"title":"Chris Rock: Selective Outrage","year":"2023","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/chris-rock-selective-outrage","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1uu8s4ht2sv8.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1uu8s4ht2sv8.jpg"},"released":1}
2023
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2022
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2021
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2016
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{"id":182345,"title":"The Goddamn Comedy Jam","year":"2016","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-goddamn-comedy-jam","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_182345.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_182345.jpg"},"released":1}
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2015
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2013
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2012
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2011
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{"id":44176,"title":"Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief","year":"2010","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hope-for-haiti-now-a-global-benefit-for-earthquake-relief","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_44176.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_44176.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
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{"id":167826,"title":"Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas to You","year":"2010","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mariah-carey-merry-christmas-to-you","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_167826.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_167826.jpg"},"released":1}
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2009
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{"id":91205,"title":"The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concert","year":"2009","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-25th-anniversary-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame-concert","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_91205.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_91205.jpg"},"released":1}
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{"id":91802,"title":"Comedy Central Roasts","year":"2008","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/comedy-central-roasts-2008","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_91802.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_91802.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
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2007
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2006
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2005
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{"id":92286,"title":"Chris Rock: Never Scared","year":"2004","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/chris-rock-never-scared","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_92286.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_92286.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
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Last Laugh '04
Last Laugh '04 as Director
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2003
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MTV: Reloaded
MTV: Reloaded as Director
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2002
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2001
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{"id":54445,"title":"Ellen DeGeneres: The Beginning","year":"2000","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ellen-degeneres-the-beginning","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_54445.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_54445.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
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1995
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1993
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1992
Unplugged
Unplugged as Director