Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

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Status

Released

Release Date

Jan 1, 2009

Runtime

1h 35m

Genres

Comedy, Documentary

User Score

80%

Original Title

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

Production Companies

Codeblack Entertainment

Director

Robert Townsend

Description

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.