Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy 2009
Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell present a comprehensive, humorous look at African‑American comedy’s history and cultural impact, tracing it from early minstrel shows to modern HBO specials. The documentary blends critic interviews and extensive comedy clips, featuring a roster of black legends such as Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, Whoopi Goldberg and many others.
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Angela Bassett
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Chris Rock
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Franklyn Ajaye
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Louis Gossett Jr.
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Eddie Griffin
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Marlon Wayans
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Sherri Shepherd
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George Wallace
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Mo'Nique
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Damon Wayans
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Stanley Crouch
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Dick Gregory
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Charlie Murphy
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Katt Williams
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Bill Bellamy
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D.L. Hughley
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Steve Harvey
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Faizon Love
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Cornel West
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Keenen Ivory Wayans
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Shawn Wayans
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Tommy Davidson
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Kel Mitchell
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Marla Gibbs
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Maxine Waters
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Garrett Morris
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Julian Bond
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Paul Mooney
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Walter Fauntroy
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Michael Eric Dyson
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Todd Boyd
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Bill Cosby
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Thea Vidale
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Sommore
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Niecy Nash-Betts
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Elijah Cummings
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Reynaldo Rey
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Shang Forbes
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Jeff Clanagan
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Eddie Levert
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Sheila Jackson Lee
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Kweisi Mfume
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