Wanda Sykes: I'ma Be Me
Wanda Sykes: I'ma Be Me

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Wanda Sykes: I'ma Be Me

2009
Movie
90 min
English

Smart. Outspoken. Opinionated. Three-time Emmy Award winner Wanda Sykes is back! Reigning over everything from television sitcoms to feature films, this comedienne extraordinaire has returned in her second solo HBO comedy special, I’MA BE ME. Live from Washington, D.C. and edgier than ever, Wanda holds nothing back as she riffs on the perks of having a Black president, coming out, getting married, motherhood, aging, and twenty-first century pirates. With her trademark wit, Wanda shocks and astonishes at every turn in this feature-length special.

Insights

IMDb7.3/10
Director: Dave ChappelleGenres: Comedy, Stand-up

Plot Summary

In this stand-up special, comedian Wanda Sykes delivers a no-holds-barred performance filled with sharp observations and hilarious anecdotes. She tackles a range of topics including politics, race, family, and her personal life with her signature irreverent style. Sykes shares her candid thoughts on everything from the presidential election to everyday annoyances, leaving the audience in stitches.

Critical Reception

Wanda Sykes: I'ma Be Me was generally well-received, lauded for its sharp wit and Sykes's confident stage presence. Critics praised her ability to connect with the audience and deliver a consistently funny and thought-provoking performance. The special solidified her reputation as a leading voice in contemporary stand-up comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Sykes's sharp, observational humor is on full display.

  • Her delivery is energetic and engaging, holding the audience's attention throughout.

  • The special offers a candid and often hilarious look at her perspectives on current events and personal life.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Program.

Fun Fact

This stand-up special was directed by fellow comedian Dave Chappelle, who was known for his own influential sketch comedy show around the same time.

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