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
Steve Harveyas Self
Mo'Niqueas Self
Damon Wayansas Self
Julian Bondas Self
Niecy Nashas Self
Todd Boydas Self
Elijah Cummingsas Self
Faizon Loveas Self
Sherri Shepherdas Self
Stanley Crouchas Self
Eddie Griffinas Self
D.L. Hughleyas Self
Chris Rockas Self
Shawn Wayansas Self
Katt Williamsas Self
Franklyn Ajayeas Self
Andrew Youngas Self
Dick Gregoryas Self
Kel Mitchellas Self
Garrett Morrisas Self
George Wallaceas Self
Bill Cosbyas Self
Tommy Davidsonas Self
Charlie Murphyas Self
Maxine Watersas Self
Marlon Wayansas Self
Jeff Clanaganas Self
Michael Eric Dysonas Self
Marla Gibbsas Self
Louis Gossett Jr.as Self
Paul Mooneyas Self
Reynaldo Reyas Self
Sommoreas Self
Angela Bassettas Narrator (voice)
Bill Bellamyas Self
Robert Townsendas Self
Keenen Ivory Wayansas Self
Cornel Westas Self