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Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy (2009) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 2009 · 95 mins · English
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- Angela Bassett, Chris Rock, Franklyn Ajaye, Louis Gossett Jr., Eddie Griffin, Marlon Wayans
Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell present a comprehensive, humorous look at African‑American comedy’s history and cultural impact, tracing it from early minstrel shows to modern HBO specials. The documentary blends critic interviews and extensive comedy clips, featuring a roster of black legends such as Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, Whoopi Goldberg and many others.
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