Right to Offend: The Black Comedy Revolution

Documentary

2022, Show

The two-part documentary event “Right to Offend: The Black Comedy Revolution” explores the progression of Black comedy and the comedians who have used pointed humor to expose, challenge and ridicule society’s injustices and to articulate the Black experience in America. The series examines Black comedy through a unique lens, tracing the evolution and social awakening of the courageous comedians who dared to push against the constraints of their time and spoke truth to power.

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Critic Season 1 Richard Roeper

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How generations of Black comedians turned hot-button issues into hilarity.

Read full review at Chicago Sun-Times

Critic Richard Roeper

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How generations of Black comedians turned hot-button issues into hilarity.

Read full review at Chicago Sun-Times

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Laughter has always been a powerful tool for social commentary, and no one knows this better than Black comedians. 'Right to Offend: The Black Comedy Revolution' is a two-part documentary series that delves into the rich history of Black comedy and the fearless comedians who used humor to challenge societal norms and advocate for change. From the Civil Rights Movement to present day, this series showcases how Black comedians have used their platform to speak truth to power and bring attention to issues that matter most. With a unique blend of archival footage and interviews with legendary comedians, this documentary event is not to be missed.

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