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Synopsis
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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Angela Bassett
Narrator (voice)
Bill Bellamy
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Todd Boyd
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Jeff Clanagan
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Bill Cosby
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Stanley Crouch
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Elijah Cummings
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Tommy Davidson
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Michael Eric Dyson
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No photo Walter Fauntroy
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No photo Shang Forbes
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Marla Gibbs
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Louis Gossett Jr.
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Dick Gregory
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Eddie Griffin
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Steve Harvey
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D.L. Hughley
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What year was Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy released?
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy was released in 2009.
How long is Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy?
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy has a runtime of 1h 35m.
What genre is Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy?
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy is classified as Comedy, Documentary.
What is the age rating for Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy?
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy is rated NR.