Stand-Up: The Laughing Therapy

Born over a century ago in the United States, stand-up comedy has conquered the world, spreading via the internet to screens everywhere. By channeling its satirical rage into new territories, it has captured the pulse of society, reflecting contemporary debates. Stand-up, as told by the professionals of the punchline: Blanche Gardin, Haroun, Hannah Gadsby, and many others.

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Created By	Guillaume Orignac
Status	Ended
Original Name	Stand-up, la rage de rire
First Air Date	November 20, 2024
Last Air Date	November 20, 2024
Seasons	1
Episodes	3
Episode Runtime	22min
Language	Arabic, English, French, Ukrainian
Original Language	French
Production Countries	France
Production Companies	ARTE Temps noir
Networks	arte.tv

S01E03

Identities on stage

Stand-up comedy has gradually become a tool for the empowerment of all identities. By moving beyond comedy clubs to conquer streaming platforms and social networks, it has been exposed to the world, at the risk of shocking audiences and, perhaps at times, losing its way. In becoming a vehicle for political discourse, has stand-up forgotten its primary mission: to make people laugh?

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