Why We Laugh: Funny Women
Personal, bold and extremely funny stories from the courageous women of comedy.
7.2
3 votes
2013
1h 27m
Documentary
Comedy
Overview
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.
Directed by Bernard Gourley
Top cast
Joan Rivers
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Kathy Griffin
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Whoopi Goldberg
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Kathy Najimy
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Lily Tomlin
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Aisha Tyler
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Brett Butler
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Sandra Bernhard
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Paula Poundstone
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Janeane Garofalo
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Amy Hill
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Jane Leeves
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Kathleen Madigan
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Natasha Leggero
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Kim Wayans
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Tig Notaro
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Rita Rudner
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Anjelah Johnson-Reyes
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Judy Tenuta
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Status
Released
Release date
March 21, 2013
Budget
—
Revenue
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Language
English, Spanish
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