Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

Release date : January 1, 2009
Runtime : 1h 35m
Countries of origin : United States of America /
Original Language : English /
Director : Robert Townsend /
Writers : Quincy Newell / John Long /
Production companies : Codeblack Entertainment /
January 1, 2009 1h 35m United States of America Comedy English More
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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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  • title:Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy
  • status:Released
  • Release date: 2009
  • Runtime:1h 35m
  • Genres: Comedy · Documentary ·
  • Countries of origin: United States of America ·
  • Original Language: English ·
  • Director: Robert Townsend /
  • Writers: Quincy Newell · John Long ·
  • Production companies: Codeblack Entertainment ·
  • Overview: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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