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Season 2 – The History of Comedy

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CNN Original Series examines the historic influence of comedy in an eight-part documentary. Archival footage and contemporary interviews with comedy legends, scholars and current stars combine to explore what makes people laugh and how comedy has affected history's social and political landscape. Judd Apatow, Sarah Silverman, Margaret Cho, Jimmy Kimmel, Kathy Griffin, George Lopez, Keegan-Michael Key, Conan O'Brien, Patton Oswalt and Dick Cavett are among those interviewed. The series begins by profiling "blue" comics like George Carlin and Lenny Bruce. Subsequent episodes detail women in comedy, political humor, parody and satire, comedy ripped from the headlines, the dark side of comedy, comedy in race and culture, and comedy found in everyday life.

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Brian Lowry CNN.com 07/12/2018
Tinged with nostalgia and emotion, "Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind" conveys the messy complexities of the man, while serving as an unabashed celebration of his work. Go to Full Review Christopher Campbell Film School Rejects 07/13/2018
The series is better at showcasing than evaluating, but providing a thorough foundation is always a great start to any historical discourse. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Season Info

Network
CNN
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 15, 2018