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Why We Laugh: Funny Women

Why We Laugh: Funny Women

"Personal, bold and extremely funny stories from the courageous women of comedy."

7.2/10 2013 1h 27m Released
DocumentaryComedy

An uncensored look into the lives of the female stand-up comedian. Featuring interviews and live performance footage from some of today's most prominent female voices in stand-up comedy and entertainment, this revealing documentary sheds light on the legacy of the female comedian and the dedication, courage and passion that is required to be successful in the male dominated stand-up comedy business.

Director: Bernard Gourley
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Top Cast

Joan Rivers
Joan Rivers
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 Kathy Griffin
Kathy Griffin
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 Whoopi Goldberg
Whoopi Goldberg
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 Kathy Najimy
Kathy Najimy
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 Lily Tomlin
Lily Tomlin
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 Aisha Tyler
Aisha Tyler
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 Brett Butler
Brett Butler
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 Sandra Bernhard
Sandra Bernhard
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 Paula Poundstone
Paula Poundstone
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 Janeane Garofalo
Janeane Garofalo
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 Amy Hill
Amy Hill
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 Jane Leeves
Jane Leeves
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