Can We Take a Joke?
"When outrage and comedy collide."
Originally released in 2016. Can We Take a Joke? is a documentary/comedy film. directed by Ted Balaker. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Christina Pazsitzky, Gilbert Gottfried, and Jim Norton
Synopsis
In the age of social media, nearly every day brings a new eruption of outrage. While people have always found something to be offended by, their ability to organize a groundswell of opposition to – and public censure of – their offender has never been more powerful. Today we're all one clumsy joke away from public ruin. Can We Take A Joke? offers a thought-provoking and wry exploration of outrage culture through the lens of stand-up comedy, with notables like Gilbert Gottfried, Penn Jillette, Lisa Lampanelli, and Adam Carolla detailing its stifling impact on comedy and the exchange of ideas. What will the future will be like if we can't learn how to take a joke?
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 29, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Korchula Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Can We Take a Joke? about?
In the age of social media, nearly every day brings a new eruption of outrage. While people have always found something to be offended by, their ability to organize a groundswell of opposition to �...
Who directed Can We Take a Joke??
Can We Take a Joke? was directed by Ted Balaker.
How long is Can We Take a Joke??
Can We Take a Joke? has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Can We Take a Joke? released?
Can We Take a Joke? was released on July 29, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Can We Take a Joke??
The main cast of Can We Take a Joke? includes Christina Pazsitzky, Gilbert Gottfried, Jim Norton, Lisa Lampanelli, Heather McDonald.