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Ape

E4 comedy pilot in which Liam Hourican impersonates a number of famous faces

AKA:
E4 Comedy: Ape
Genre:
Impressionism
Broadcast:
2008  (E4)
Episodes:
1 Pilot
Starring:
Liam Hourican, Diarmuid Corr, Jim Roche, Olga Wehrly
Writers:
Liam Hourican, David Crann, George Kane, Keith Martin
Production:
Green Inc Film and Television

Pilot comedy show featuring a fast-paced blend of sketches and hidden-camera stunts in which Liam Hourican 'apes' famous faces and everyday people in his own particular style.

Famous faces mocked include Louis Theroux meeting Mohammed Al Fayed, Boris Johnson constantly apologising and Peter Stringfellow taking the reigns on The Apprentice. Original creations include: Donnie the Charity Mugger and Counsellor Ken's Drug Awareness Classes for Teens.

Our Review: Some fun impressions - particularly of Boris Johnson apologising for pretty much everything he's ever said. However, although Hourican managed to get the voices right, he didn't particularly look like any of the people he was mocking. However, if this pilot were to be given a full series a budget for more comprehensive makeup could no doubt be found.