The Netflix show is a strange experience. You can tell that he knew that he had to take whatever opportunity he had left to work and was determined to do so. His craft is absolutely there; the eye work is spectacular and you can tell that he has thought deeply about how to make it work in the...
Like a lot of Norm's old jokes, you can guess the punchline before he starts, but the journey to it is an absolute joy. The Chekhovian set up is inspired and the seemingly shambolic, yet so carefully constructed delivery is exquisite:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxD3pT8C9-A
Gutting! I'm currently reading his book 'Based On A True Story'. He was on a different level to most of his peers and was just so damn funny. Always playing the dumbest guy in the room when he was usually the smartest. His chat show appearances are unrivalled. His stand up was incredible...