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    Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

    Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

    2009

    1:35:54

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    8.0/10 (6)

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    Genre

    Comedy
    Documentary

    Plot

    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.

    Director

    Robert Townsend

    Writers

    Quincy Newell, John Long,

    Stars

    Franklyn Ajaye, Angela Bassett, Bill Bellamy, Todd Boyd, Jeff Clanagan,