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An uncensored look into the lives of the female stand-up comedian. Featuring interviews and live performance footage from some of today's most prominent female voices in stand-up comedy and entertainment, this revealing documentary sheds light on the legacy of the female comedian and the dedication, courage and passion that is required to be successful in the male dominated stand-up comedy business.
Cast
Joan Rivers, Kathy Griffin, Whoopi Goldberg, Kathy Najimy, Lily Tomlin, Aisha Tyler, Brett Butler, Sandra Bernhard, Paula Poundstone, Janeane Garofalo, Amy Hill, Jane Leeves
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