P.H.D. (Pretty Hilarious Documentary) is a wildly funny and groundbreaking comedic documentary that follows filmmaker and stand-up comedian Robert Mond as he swaps the stage for a PhD in Chemical and Environmental Engineering. After a casual chat with nanotech expert Dr. JJ Richardson revealed Rob's garden pesticide was toxic enough to be banned in most labs, Rob set out to fix the problem—and hilariously found himself at the heart of cutting-edge science.
With zero scientific background, Rob dives headfirst into a chaotic world of broken labs, smashed atoms, and awkward lab mishaps, all while tackling the massive challenge of creating a non-toxic pesticide that could save crops and native flora worldwide. Rob’s attempts at complex scientific research bring unexpected laughs, but also surprising breakthroughs, as he stumble upon a revolutionary discovery with the potential to redefine agriculture.
Told through mixed media, including animation, fly-on-the-wall footage, and interviews with a vibrant, global team of scientists, P.H.D. blends real-time discovery with wildy funny comedy . It’s a one-of-a-kind tale of a regular guy thrown into academia, bumbling through experiments, and somehow making big waves in science—all while delivering laughs and leaving a meaningful legacy for future generations.
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