Pop culture failed Patton Oswalt, he said in his set at the New York Comedy Festival Thursday night.
Hes sitting in his underwear watchingAll the Presidents Menall night.
Grief didnt lead to sit-ups, weirdly enough, Oswalt said.
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Instead, it led to what the 47-year-old called a numb slog.
Because, this, to me, is the best art form.
The crowd, who earlier gave him a standing ovation when he walked onstage, cheered in response.
But he showed those parts.
He talked about going to McNamaras grave for the first time since her funeral and encountering some unexpected interruptions.
All of that sounds pretty awful, right?
It is, and Oswalt didnt attempt to pretend like it wasnt.
What Oswalt did Thursday night wasnt easy.
