Why We Laugh (2009)

  
Format:  Why We Laugh DVD 
 
 
Directed by Robert Townsend, this hilarious and thought-provoking documentary features a diverse assortment of African-American comedians discussing how black laughmakers have impacted their life and work. With insights from Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle, Whoopi Goldberg, Bill Cosby, Eddie Murphy, Katt Williams, Steve Harvey, Richard Pryor, and many more. AKA: "Why We Laugh: Black Comedians On Black Comedy." 90 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.
 
SKU: D05703
$13.49
Regularly $14.99
Category:
Concerts and Performing Arts
Director:
Robert Townsend
Rated:
NR
Color:
Color
Format: 
Widescreen
Closed Captioned:
 No
Cast:  Bill Cosby, Stanley Crouch, Dick Gregory, Steve Harvey, Kweisi Mfume, Chris Rock, Sherri Shepherd, Diane Watson
 

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