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Why We Laugh: Funny Women

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

7.2 average rating
7.2
English / 87 MIN. / 2013

The Genres

The Synopsis

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.

The Cast

Joan RiversKathy GriffinWhoopi GoldbergKathy NajimyLily TomlinAisha TylerBrett ButlerSandra BernhardPaula PoundstoneJaneane GarofaloAmy HillJane LeevesKathleen MadiganNatasha LeggeroKim WayansTig NotaroRita RudnerAnjelah Johnson-ReyesJudy Tenuta

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