Watch Delka: Stand-Up Tall or Fall

Delka: Stand-Up Tall or Fall is a heartwarming comedy-drama film about the life of a comically clumsy Bulgarian immigrant named Delka Nenkova, who is trying to make it as a stand-up comedian in Los Angeles. The film is directed by Yavor Petkov and written by Delka Nenkova and herself in the title role. The movie opens with Delka Nenkova, a Bulgarian immigrant running late for her biggest audition yet at the Laugh Factory in West Hollywood. Her sidesplitting first performance wins the heart of the owners and the audience, but shortly afterwards Delka is barred from performing at the club after they receive an anonymous letter from an angry comic accusing Delka of stealing his jokes. This is just the first of many setbacks that Delka experiences as she tries to make it in the competitive world of comedy in Los Angeles.

Thrown into turmoil by her banishment from the Laugh Factory, Delka finds solace in her reunion with an old friend, who is now her roommate. Delka also gets a job as a bartender at a popular bar and meets a wide array of quirky characters who help her get closer to her dream of becoming a successful comic. She also meets the man of her dreams, Max, a handsome and kindhearted stranger who shares her love of comedy.

Despite her challenges, Delka refuses to give up on her dream and she continues to perform at open-mic nights and other small venues in the hopes of getting noticed. Along the way, she meets a wise old man named Leo (played by Brent David Fraser), who teaches her the ins and outs of stand-up comedy and helps her hone her skills as a performer.

Throughout the movie, Delka struggles to find her voice and to come up with jokes that truly resonate with audiences. She battles stage fright, doubts and insecurities, as she tries to make her way in a world that can be cruel and unforgiving. But despite all of her difficulties, Delka remains optimistic and cheerful, and she never loses sight of the bigger picture.

The film is also about Delka's relationships with those around her. She has a complicated relationship with her mother, who remains in Bulgaria and never really understands Delka's desire to become a comedian. We also see Delka's relationship with her friends and co-workers, who support her throughout her journey.

The performances in the film are wonderful, especially Delka Nenkova as the titular character. Her performance is both funny and heartfelt, and it's clear that she's poured her heart and soul into this movie. The supporting cast is also fantastic, with Bobak Bakhtiari standing out as Delka's charming roommate and Will V. Moore bringing a lot of laughs as Delka's boss.

Overall, Delka: Stand-Up Tall or Fall is a heartwarming and hilarious film that will make audiences laugh and cheer for Delka as she pursues her dream. It's a must-see for anyone who loves comedy or who has ever had a dream that seemed out of their reach.

Delka: Stand-Up Tall or Fall is a 2017 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.