What are you Laughing At? Humour and Dictatorship

Name: What are you Laughing At? Humour and Dictatorship
Director: Cláudio Manoel
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2018-01-01
Duration: 85 min
Cast: Daniel Filho, Hamilton Vaz Pereira, Boni, Carlos Alberto de Nóbrega, Eliezer Motta

2018Dir. Cláudio Manoel1h 25m

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So, 'What are you Laughing At? Humour and Dictatorship' digs into this strange paradox during Brazil's dictatorship. The atmosphere is tense yet oddly playful, as it showcases how artists wielded humor as a weapon against oppression. The pacing feels organic, weaving together interviews and historical footage like a tapestry. The performances? Well, they’re not typical actors; these are real artists, reflecting a raw authenticity. It’s distinctive for its explorative tone, blending somber realities with the lightness of humor, hinting at resilience. Practical effects take a backseat here, but the way the documentary handles its subject matter—it's really the stories that bring it to life. Definitely a film that sticks with you, makes you think.

Documentary on Brazilian historyFocus on art as resistanceInteresting take on humor's role in oppression