Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy
Release: 2009-01-01·Runtime: 95m·★ 8.0
ComedyDocumentary
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.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Codeblack Entertainment
Cast
Franklyn Ajayeas Self
Stanley Crouchas Self
Tommy Davidsonas Self
Faizon Loveas Self
Garrett Morrisas Self
Charlie Murphyas Self
Robert Townsendas Self
George Wallaceas Self
Angela Bassettas Narrator (voice)
Elijah Cummingsas Self
Marla Gibbsas Self
Eddie Griffinas Self
Sherri Shepherdas Self
Maxine Watersas Self
Chris Rockas Self
Dick Gregoryas Self
D.L. Hughleyas Self
Niecy Nash-Bettsas Self
Reynaldo Reyas Self
Michael Eric Dysonas Self
Damon Wayansas Self
Katt Williamsas Self
Jeff Clanaganas Self
Bill Cosbyas Self
Keenen Ivory Wayansas Self
Shawn Wayansas Self
Cornel Westas Self
Andrew Youngas Self
Julian Bondas Self
Bill Bellamyas Self
Louis Gossett Jr.as Self
Steve Harveyas Self
Kel Mitchellas Self
Sommoreas Self
Mo'Niqueas Self
Paul Mooneyas Self
Marlon Wayansas Self