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Frank Caliendo // Two Shows // December 9th at Stand Up Live // tix: https://phoenix.standuplive.com/events/79680 | Stand Up Live - Phoenix

Frank Caliendo’s stand-up impression of Robert De Niro stands out for its precision rather than exaggeration. He captures De Niro’s measured pauses, subtle facial tension, and understated delivery instead of relying on obvious catchphrases. The result feels eerily close to the real thing, especially for audiences familiar with De Niro’s dramatic roles. Caliendo’s performance works because it respects the source while still finding humor in the quiet intensity that defines De Niro’s screen presen