Episode Overview
Emmy Award® winner W. Kamau Bell, renowned for "United Shades of America," takes the helm as director in this documentary exploring Chris Rock's transformative 1996 special, "Bring the Pain." In a candid narrative, Rock shares his journey following his dismissal from SNL and being overshadowed by Martin Lawrence. Determined to push his creative boundaries, he immersed himself in personal and daring material, honing his craft in intimate clubs. This dedication culminated in his groundbreaking HBO special, which not only reshaped comedy but also sparked critical discussions about race in popular culture, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.
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Season 1 Episodes 24
1.
Pilot
1.
Michael Jackson's Final Curtain Call
2.
Dancing in the Dark
2.
The Osbournes: The Price of Reality
3.
Guns and Gossip
3.
The Rise of Trash TV
4.
Father Figures
4.
Freaks And Geeks: The Documentary
5.
The Zit
5.
Chris Rock’s ‘Bring the Pain’
6.
The Substitute
7.
Why Jordan Can't Read
8.
Strangers in the House
9.
Halloween
10.
Other People's Mothers
11.
Life of Brian
12.
Self-Esteem
13.
Pressure
14.
On the Wagon
15.
So-Called Angels
16.
Resolutions
17.
Betrayal
18.
Weekend
19.
In Dreams Begin Responsibilities
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