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Description
All Lance Barton, a struggling black comedian, wants on Earth is landing a spot at the final Amateur Night Contest at the famed Apollo Theatre, but he dies before his time on Earth is up. Since returning to Earth in his own body is impossible, Lance gets a second chance at life as a wealthy, callous, old white mogul.
2) The Patsy
Description
When a top comedian is killed in a plane crash, his sycophants try to groom a bellhop into taking his place.
Description
Tom Dobbs makes an off-hand comment on his late night talk show that he would be a better president than the leader who currently occupies the White House. A grassroots campaign conducted by his legions of fans finds him unexpectedly ushered into the Oval Office and forced to live up to his promise. Unfortunately for Dobbs, he finds out that his surprise victory was actually the result of a voting computer glitch and not winning the majority vote...
6) Funny people
Description
George is a very successful stand-up comedian who learns that he has less than a year to live. Ira, who is a struggling up-and-coming comedian works at a deli. One night the two perform at the same club, and George decides to make Ira his best friend. This lopsided relationship gradually takes on aspects of true friendship as Ira forces George to try to reconnect with the people in his life, including his ex-girlfriend Laura.
7) Funny girl
Description
A musical film that follows the early career of stage comedienne Fanny Brice.
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