Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee 2001
"You should not miss this hangover set to music"
Captured live at London's Comedy Store, *Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee* (2001) delivers a raucous, whisky-soaked performance from the Perrier Award-winning comedian.
Director: Tom Poole
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee* (2001) about?
This live comedy special follows Otis Lee Crenshaw, a sharp-tongued ex-con turned musician, as he crams his whisky-fueled memories of prison and Southern life into a raucous stage performance. Set to the bluesy backdrop of his band, The Black Liars, the film turns hard-knocks stories into biting jokes about trailer parks, relationships, and the American underbelly.
Who directed *Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee*?
The special was directed by Tom Poole, a filmmaker known for capturing the raw energy of live comedy acts with authenticity.
Who stars in *Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee*?
The film features Rich Hall in the starring role as Otis Lee Crenshaw, alongside Christian Reilly and Damian Coldwell, with musical support from The Black Liars featuring Orson Carson on guitar and Alvy Ronson on double bass.
Is *Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee* (2001) worth watching?
If you crave comedy that feels like a late-night dive bar set on fast-forward, this is a must-watch. The film's genre-bending mix of stand-up, music, and Southern storytelling earns its cult status, even if it's light on polished refinement. Fans of Rich Hall's sharp wit or live comedy's unfiltered edge will find plenty to love.
How long is *Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee*?
The runtime is 71 minutes—short enough to fit in one sitting, long enough to leave you grinning in bewilderment.
About Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee (2001) — Live Comedy Special That Packs More Punch Than a Bottle of Whiskey
Captured live at London's Comedy Store, *Otis Lee Crenshaw & The Black Liars: London, Not Tennessee* (2001) delivers a raucous, whisky-soaked performance from the Perrier Award-winning comedian. Directed by Tom Poole, this high-energy comedy special stars Rich Hall as Otis Lee Crenshaw, a sharp-tongued redneck exile from Tennessee who blends skeletal guitar riffs with biting one-liners about prison, wayward love, and the forgotten corners of Southern life. Backed by The Black Liars' gritty bluesy rhythms, Otis turns his past—both behind bars and in trailer parks—into a stage show that crackles with irreverence and raw humor. The audience's near-riotous energy mirrors the film's unfiltered, unapologetic vibe, making it a cult favorite for fans of edgy live comedy.
With themes that skewer stereotypes and celebrate the underbelly of Americana, this 71-minute gem packs more mischief into its runtime than most studio films do in twice the time. The chemistry between Otis and his band—including guitarist Orson Carson and double bassist Alvy Ronson—elevates the musical numbers into something between a confessional and a campfire singalong gone wrong. Whether you're chasing laughs or a wild night of storytelling set to music, this is the kind of special that lingers like the aftertaste of cheap whiskey and bad decisions.