Top 10 Comedy Films About Cameras

Description: While not a comedy, this adaptation of Oscar Wilde's novel has elements of dark humor. The film uses the concept of a photograph aging instead of the person, leading to comedic and tragic consequences.

Fact: The film won an Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Black-and-White. The painting of Dorian Gray was created by Ivan Albright.

Description: While primarily a thriller, Brian De Palma's film has moments of dark comedy. John Travolta plays a sound technician who accidentally records a murder, and the film uses photography and sound recording to create suspense and humor.

Fact: The film was inspired by Michelangelo Antonioni's "Blowup." The famous scream used in the film was recorded by De Palma himself.

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film has dark comedic elements with Robin Williams as a photo lab technician whose obsession with a family's photos takes a twisted turn. The camera becomes a tool for his voyeuristic tendencies, making it a unique entry in our list.

Fact: Robin Williams was nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Actor for his role in this film. The film was shot in only 24 days.

Description: Ben Stiller stars in this modern adaptation of James Thurber's classic story where a daydreamer embarks on a global adventure to find a missing negative. The film's humor comes from the contrast between Walter's mundane life and his wild fantasies, all sparked by his job at Life magazine.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations around the world, including Iceland, Greenland, and New York City. The skateboarding scene was performed by Ben Stiller himself.

Description: A modern comedy where a group of friends find an old camera that seems to have magical properties, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and revelations.

Fact: The film was shot using a mix of digital and analog photography, showcasing different photographic techniques.

Description: Kevin Bacon plays a photographer who gets his big break but soon finds himself in a world of trouble. The film uses photography as a plot device to explore themes of ambition, identity, and the American Dream, with a comedic twist.

Fact: The film was directed by Christopher Guest, known for his mockumentary style. It was one of the first films to use the Steadicam for extended sequences.

Description: A French comedy-drama where a photographer's life spirals out of control when he takes a compromising photo. The film humorously explores the consequences of capturing the wrong moment.

Fact: The film was shot in black and white, adding to its unique visual style. It was a box office success in France.

Description: This British comedy revolves around a camera that captures the truth, leading to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and revelations. It's a light-hearted take on the power of photography.

Fact: The film was directed by David Hemmings, who also starred in "Blowup," another film about photography.

Description: A Spanish comedy-drama where a photographer's wife discovers his secret life through his photographs, leading to humorous and touching moments as she unravels the truth.

Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events from the life of the director's grandfather, a renowned photographer.

Description: This film follows a photographer who captures the essence of people through his lens, often with humorous results. It's a light-hearted exploration of the art of photography.

Fact: The film was shot in New York City, capturing the vibrant life of the city through the photographer's lens.