RICHARD PRYOR: LIVE ON THE SUNSET STRIP
If Richard Pryor were accused of being the funniest man in America, this film of his incredible stage act would be Exhibit A. Shot live at the Hollywood Palladium, it captures all the excitement, lunacy and electric force of a Pryor performance — and though he's the only star of this hilarious show, he's never alone on stage. With him is his amazing array of characterizations as he talks about his trip to Africa in search of his roots, his early days playing one-night gigs in Mafia-owned clubs and strip joints and several other outrageous topics. Finally, he turns the focus to Pryor on Fire, recounting the accident that nearly took his life — an episode he relates with wit and a touch of poignancy. You'll laugh like you've never laughed before! (Note adapted from Sony Pictures Releasing.) DIR Joe Layton; SCR/PROD Richard Pryor. U.S., 1982, color, 82 min. RATED R
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Run Time: 82 Minutes
Opening Date: Friday, August 23, 2024
Genre: Comedy
