# Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy (2009)

English · Released 2009-01-01

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy is a 2009 English film. Angela Bassett appears in it.

Cast: Angela Bassett as Narrator (voice)

## Storyline
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.

## Common questions

### When was Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy released?
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy was released on 1 January 2009.

### Who stars in Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy?
Angela Bassett star in Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy.

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