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201150 minPGdocumentary

7.4/ 10(62 ratings)• TMDB

Talking Funny

201150 minPGdocumentary

7.4/ 10(62 ratings)• TMDB

Four top comics, Ricky Gervais, Louis C.K., Jerry Seinfeld, and Chris Rock, debate the boundaries of taste in comedy for 50 minutes.

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Four top comics, Ricky Gervais, Louis C.K., Jerry Seinfeld, and Chris Rock, debate the boundaries of taste in comedy for 50 minutes.

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John Moffittdirector

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Louis C.K.

Jerry Seinfeld

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Chris Rock

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Ricky Gervais, Louis C.K., Jerry Seinfeld, and Chris Rock gather to discuss their experiences as comedians. They debate the limits of humor and taste in comedy. The conversation covers their thoughts on success in the industry and the challenges they face. This 50-minute documentary, released in 2011, offers insight into the minds of four prominent figures in stand-up comedy.

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