Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy
First aired on Jan 1, 2009
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Genres: Comedy, 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 who's-who of black comedians including Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, Whoopi Goldberg and many more.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
Franklyn Ajaye | Self
Angela Bassett | Narrator (voice)
Bill Bellamy | Self
Todd Boyd | Self
Jeff Clanagan | Self
Bill Cosby | Self
Featured Crew
Robert Townsend | Director
John Long | Writer
Quincy Newell | Writer
Agústa Einarsdóttir | Editor
Skip Robinson | Editor
Jeff Clanagan | Executive Producer
