The Paul Simon Special

The Paul Simon Special is a 1977 television special written by and starring Paul Simon, and directed by Dave Wilson. Simon portrays himself attempting to record performances for a television special, while director Chuck Grodin constantly tries to take the reigns on the production with unusual and poorly executed ideas. Directed by Dave Wilson. Written by Paul Simon. Chuck Grodin The sound of you Artie singing together is so much better than either of you singing alone that whatever petty differences you might have had in the past, I strongly urge that you take a long, hard look at them. Dialogue Chuck: The sweater came back from Andre. The fall colors. Nine shades of orange. Paul: Really, yeah, nevertheless, that's not gonna be—that's not a sweater that I want to wear. Chuck: Really? Paul: Yeah, it makes me feel uncomfortable just even to look at it. Chuck: [holds the sweater in front of Paul] Let me just—let me just see it. Paul: [recoiling] Whew! Don't even put it on me. Chuck: Really? Paul: No, it's not for me. Chuck: I think it's so attractive, really. Chuck: Now, you know what they say. Paul: What? Chuck: "Great dress rehearsal, great special." Cast Paul Simon - himself Charles Grodin - himself Lily Tomlin - herself Art Garfunkel - himself Chevy Chase - himself External links tt0336994 The Paul Simon Special