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Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

NR1h 35m2009Robert Townsend
IMDb: 7.2/10
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Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of African American comedy in America, from the earliest minstrel shows to the latest HBO special. Featuring interviews with cultural critics and loads of comedic clips, this program features appearances by a who's-who of black comedians including Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, Whoopi Goldberg and many more.

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What is Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy (2009) about?

Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of African American comedy in America, from the earliest minstrel shows to the latest HBO special. Featuring interviews with cultural critics and loads of comedic clips, this program features appearances by a who's-who of black comedians including…

Who stars in Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy?

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy stars Franklyn Ajaye (Self), Angela Bassett (Narrator (voice)), Bill Bellamy (Self), Todd Boyd (Self), Jeff Clanagan (Self). The film was directed by Robert Townsend.

How long is Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy?

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2009. It is rated NR.

Is Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy worth watching?

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. Fans of Comedy, Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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