Are Carl Reiner and Paul Weitz both comedians?
Paul Weitz (filmmaker) Paul John Weitz (born November 19, 1965) is an American film director, film producer, screenwriter, playwright actor. He is the older brother of filmmaker Chris Weitz. He is best known for his work with his brother, Chris Weitz, on the comedy films "American Pie" and "About a Boy", for which the brothers, who co-directed, were nominated for an Oscar. He also serves as a writer, executive producer, and director of the television series "Mozart in the Jungle".
Del Close Del P. Close (March 9, 1934 – March 4, 1999) was an American actor, writer, and teacher who coached many of the best-known comedians and comic actors of the late twentieth century. In addition to a prolific acting career in television and film, he was considered a premier influence on modern improvisational theater. Close co-authored the book "Truth in Comedy", which outlines techniques now common in longform improvisation, and describes the overall structure of "Harold", which remains a common frame for longer improvisational scenes.