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Laughter of Others

Laughter of Others

There are limits to jokes?

2012 · 52 min · ★ 8.3 · Documentary

There are limits to jokes? What is the politically incorrect humor? A joke has the power to offend? It is these issues that 'Laughter of Others' discusses interviewing personalities such as comedians Danilo Gentili and Rafinha Bastos, cartoonist Laerte and Congressman Jean Wyllys, among others. The documentary delves into the world of Stand Up Comedy to discuss the fine line between comedy and offense, between legal and what creates endless lawsuits.

Directed by Pedro Arantes · Written by Pedro Arantes

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