Uptown Comedy Express
Uptown Comedy Express

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Uptown Comedy Express

1987
Movie
60 min
English

TV Special with a variety of comedians.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Ted RossGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

This concert film captures a stand-up comedy performance featuring a lineup of talented comedians. It showcases a variety of comedic styles and routines, aiming to deliver a night of laughter and entertainment. The film focuses on the raw energy and observational humor of the performers as they engage with the audience.

Critical Reception

Uptown Comedy Express is a niche film primarily recognized within comedy circles for its showcase of Black comedians in the late 1980s. Critical reviews are sparse, but contemporary audience reception often highlighted the genuine laughs and the authentic feel of the stand-up performances. It's viewed as a snapshot of a specific era in comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Captures the raw energy of live stand-up comedy.

  • Features a memorable lineup of comedians from the era.

  • Offers a glimpse into the burgeoning comedy scene of the late 80s.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Ted Ross, was also a prominent actor, best known for his role as the Cowardly Lion in 'The Wiz'.

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