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When it seemed incomprehensible to laugh again in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, entertainers walked a tightrope of appropriate humor in the turbulent days, weeks and years that followed. Through many onstage trials and tribulations – occasionally leading to career destruction or death threats – they discovered that comedy is a vital force that unites and heals no matter what difficult times we find ourselves in. Equal parts controversial, hilarious and inspiring, Too Soon: Comedy After 9/11 explores how stand-up comedians, Broadway performers, late-night hosts, Saturday Night Live cast members, The Onion staffers and a plethora of performers managed to help their audience laugh even in the darkest of days.