Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

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.

Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
95 mins
Status
Finished
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Type
Movie
Format
Movie
Episodes
1
Episode Duration
95 mins
Status
Finished
Start Date
Jan 1, 2009
Season
2009
Average Score
80%
Mean Score
80%
Ratings
6
Popularity
6
Favorites
0
Reviews
0
Producers
Codeblack Entertainment
Genres
Comedy, Documentary
Country
United States

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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.

Immersion

Japanese

Characters

Staff

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