“I don't think we've ever known what the hell's going on when we do Tap shows. It's possible the audience are effectively getting to see more of the movie when we play. You know, they know the songs, so anything we do onstage, whether we're meaning to or not, is an extension of the film. Other than that, I wouldn't understand what's going on.”

American-British actor, comedian, screenwriter and director

Christopher Haden-Guest, 5th Baron Haden-Guest, known professionally as Christopher Guest, is an American-British actor, comedian, screenwriter and director. He is known for comic work in mockumentary films, as well as for acting in film and television across several decades. He co-wrote and appeared in This Is Spinal Tap in 1984, then went on to write, direct and star in a series of satirical mockumentaries including Waiting for Guffman, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind, For Your Consideration and Mascots. He also appeared in Death Wish, Little Shop of Horrors, The Princess Bride and A Few Good Men, and was a regular cast member on the 10th season of Saturday Night Live.