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All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Atlanta

Name: All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Atlanta
Director: Leslie Small
Released: 2013
Duration: 85 min

Representation Score

2.8/10

Limited

2013

TV-MA

Director

Leslie Small

Runtime

85 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

This stand-up special centers Black comedic voices, disrupting mainstream comedic norms and providing a platform for Black excellence and ability to act. However, it lacks broader representation, such as LGBTQ+ identities, diverse gender roles, and disability inclusion. Its adherence to traditional comedic formats limits its engagement with wider social issues.

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Category Breakdown

Does All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Atlanta have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The special does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or non-cisgender identities. The routines do not emphasize queer identity or challenge traditional gender norms.

How does All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Atlanta portray gender?

Limited

The production leans towards traditional comedic roles. There are no prominent female comedic leads, suggesting a focus on conventional male-dominated humor.

How racially and ethnically diverse is All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Atlanta?

Excellent

The film highlights a predominantly Black cast and audience, giving high ability to act to Black performers and disrupting the default image of whiteness in comedy.

How does All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Atlanta represent religion and culture?

Good

The special emphasizes communal identity and cultural affirmation, focusing on Black excellence and social experiences rather than institutional critiques.

Does All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Atlanta include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of performers with disabilities being included in the performances or used as central figures.

Present on Screen

Provides high ability to act to Black performers.
Disrupts the white-as-default standard in comedy.
Emphasizes cultural affirmation and communal identity.

Limited or Absent

Lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities.
No prominent female comedic leads.
No inclusion of performers with disabilities.

Official Synopsis

Shaquille O'Neal presents funnyman and actor Faizon Love as he takes on hosting duties for the latest installment of ALL-STAR COMEDY JAM. This time around, NBA All-Star and celebrity personality Shaquille O'Neal has handpicked some of stand-up comedy's funniest up-and-coming talents and paired them with veterans of the comedy stage.

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