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202230 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Humor 101: Argentina

202230 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Four renowned Argentine comedians, including Guillermo Francella and Florencia Peña, discuss the ties between humor and politics in this docuseries.

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Four renowned Argentine comedians, including Guillermo Francella and Florencia Peña, discuss the ties between humor and politics in this docuseries.

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Migue Granados interviews leading comedians in Argentina, including Guillermo Francella, Florencia Peña, Fátima Florez, and Diego Capusotto. They discuss humor's role in society and its connection to politics. The series includes historical comedy footage and personal insights, providing a look at what makes Argentineans laugh. The production involves contributions from Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico, all in Spanish.

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