Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh?

Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh? (1997)

Genres - Comedy  |   Sub-Genres - Biography, Standup Comedy  |   Release Date - Apr 1, 1999 (USA)  |   Run Time - 95 min.  |   Countries - United States  |   MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Sandra Brennan

A gifted comic with a promising career, Sam Kinison died too young to realize his full comedic potential. This documentary recounts his chaotic life, his career, and the circumstances leading up to his death. Funny men Rodney Dangerfield and Richard Pryor appear to reminisce about their experiences with Kinison.

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comedian, career-retrospective, interview, reminiscence