Sam Kinison: Why Did We Laugh? (1997) Reviews

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A gifted comic with a promising career, Sam Kinison died too young to realize his full comedic potential. This documentary recounts his chaotic life, his career, and the circumstances leading up to his death. Funny men Rodney Dangerfield and Richard Pryor appear to reminisce about their experiences with Kinison. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

Director(s):: Larry Carroll

Theatrical MPAA Rating:: NR

Format(s):: DVD
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	John C.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

This 91 minute doc is mostly repurposed footage. That said, I haven't seen most of it in >15 years, so it was really enjoyable. Lots of documentary footage, Dennis Miller, Richard Pryor, Rodney Dangerfield and more share their thoughts and impressions. Anybody who remembers how big Kinison was when he hit, how original and fresh, will find this well worthwhile.

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	Shane D.

0 out of 0 people found this review helpful

well its the best Sam Kinison movie I've ever Sean! it has His Brother in it to explain what happened to Him to end His life and it was not Drug's! His Brother explains that He couldn't do Coke anymore because His Heart became Medically sensitive! Richer Pryer give's His thoughts on Sam as others do, a great stand up and explanation of His life and Death by His Brother! I'm buying this one to add to my collection for sure!!!

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	Don Juan D.

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful

This is BULLSHIT! This disc contains NO DOCUMENTARY or video at all. This is a damn CD! I rented this BULLSHIT especially for out of town guests who specifically requested a Sam Kinison VIDEO. The synopsis states there is comentary by RICHARD PRYOR and that the VIDEO is 90 minutes long. There is in fact only a 36 audio track. I am so disappointed. You'll have to make this up to me BIG TIME or I SWEAR I'm opting over to NETFLIX. The ball is in your court. Don Juan Douroux

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	Charles M.

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful

Not the best Kinison feature I've seen, but anything with Sam in it is worth watching. I could have done without the amateurish graphics between segments, but the commentary was interesting, and of course Sam's bits were hilarious as always.

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