Marlon Wayans: Woke-ish
Marlon Wayans: Woke-ish

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Marlon Wayans: Woke-ish

2018
Movie
68 min
English

An American stand-up comedy special starring Marlon Wayans who jokes about racism, hip-hop, gay rights, and raising kids.

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IMDb5.8/10
Google Users75%
Director: Troy MillerGenres: Comedy, Stand-up

Plot Summary

In this stand-up special, Marlon Wayans tackles a wide range of topics, from parenting and relationships to societal issues and the generational divide. He offers his unfiltered and often controversial takes on modern life, blending personal anecdotes with sharp observations.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Woke-ish' received a mixed to positive reception, with reviewers often highlighting Wayans's energetic delivery and willingness to push boundaries. However, some found his humor to be overly reliant on shock value and dated perspectives.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-energy performance and Wayans's fearless approach to controversial topics.

  • Criticized by some for humor that occasionally felt offensive or lacking in new insights.

  • Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating his signature style of comedy.

Google audience: Google users largely found Marlon Wayans's 'Woke-ish' to be a funny and entertaining stand-up special, appreciating his ability to provoke thought and laughter. Some viewers felt that while the humor was consistent with his past work, it didn't always land with the intended impact or originality.

Fun Fact

Marlon Wayans's stand-up special 'Woke-ish' was filmed at the historic Victoria Theatre in New York City.

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