Directed by:
Marina ZenovichComposer:
Adam DornCast:
Mel Brooks, Johnny Carson (a.f.), Dave Chappelle, Chevy Chase (a.f.), Mike Epps, Whoopi Goldberg, Pam Grier (a.f.), Merv Griffin (a.f.), Jesse Jackson (more)Plots(1)
Portrait of legendary comedian Richard Pryor which chronicles his life from his troubled youth to his meteoric rise as one of the most respected - and controversial - comic actors of the 20th century. Often misunderstood during the height of his celebrity, the film lays bare the demons with which he struggled, reminding us just how daring and dangerous artistic freedom can be. Featuring appearances from comedy royalty including Mel Brooks and Robin Williams, it also offers unprecedented access to members of his family and inner circle and features rarely seen footage of the artist at work. (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Cast
Lily Tomlin
USA
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Short Cuts (1993)
Shadows and Fog (1991)
Damon Wayans (a.f.)
USA
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The Last Boy Scout (1991)
Beverly Hills Cop (1984)
Punchline (1988)
Gene Wilder (a.f.)
USA
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Robin Williams
USA
Best movies:
Good Will Hunting (1997)
Awakenings (1990)
Dead Poets Society (1989)
Cecil Brown
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Walter Mosley
USA
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Paul Mooney
USA
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The Buddy Holly Story (1978)
Bamboozled (2000)
Ishmael Reed
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Mike Douglas (a.f.)
USA
Best movies:
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The Last Valley (1971)
Gator (1976)
Jennifer Lee Pryor
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The Sunshine Boys (1975)
The Violator (1974)
Rain Pryor (a.f.)
USA
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The Grinch (2000)
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Budd Friedman
USA
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David Brinkley (a.f.)
USA
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