Phil Hanley

[4] Prior to performing stand-up, Hanley worked as a model in New York and Europe for clients such as Giorgio Armani, Levi's, Fred Perry, and British GQ.

[5] Eventually he was touring festivals in Canada and appeared on national TV and radio.

[8] The film was written and directed by Pavan Moondi and also starred Tim Heidecker and Luke Lalonde.

[8][10] In 2018, Hanley released a comedy album, Please Don't Chit Chat While I'm Pursuing My Dream.

[11] His stand-up performances feature extensive audience interaction, and Time Out described him as a "master of crowdwork".

[5] The Georgia Straight describe his stage presence as portraying a "nebbishy persona with a misplaced confidence".