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Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy is a 2009 documentary film based on the book Black Comedians on Black Comedy: How African-Americans Taught Us to Laugh, by Darryl J. Littleton. Plot
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy. Bill Cosby, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, Mo'Nique and others are featured in a look at the evolution of black comedy.
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Jan 1, 2009 · 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.
An off-screen narration, four dozen talking heads, and clips of performances tell a chronological story about Black comedy: who has made us laugh since 1901, what is the nature of their humor, and what social and political contexts inform it.
Kam Williams Sly Fox. A worthwhile walk down Memory Lane as likely to keep you in stitches as appreciating the long line of African-American geniuses who have made it their business to...
The film asserts Black comedy helps America change. An off-screen narration, four dozen talking heads, and clips of performances tell a chronological story about Black comedy: who has...
Jan 24, 2009 · By Dennis Harvey. More congratulatory than insightful, “Why We Laugh” offers an entertaining overview of African-American comedic talent over recent decades. Not neglecting to spotlight...
