Why We Laugh Black Comedians on Black Comedy (2009)

Movie
Audience Score
80
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NR 1 hr 35 minJan 1st, 2009Comedy, Documentary
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 whoswho of black comedians including Chris Rock Bill Cosby Whoopi Goldberg and many more
StarringFranklyn AjayeAngela BassettBill Bellamy
DirectorRobert Townsend
WritersJohn LongQuincy Newell

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:January 1st, 2009
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Richard Foos, Jeff Clanagan
Production Companies:Codeblack Entertainment