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Dave Chappelle: The Closer

2021 · 72 min

A provocative, confrontational stand-up set that mixes sharp social commentary with uncomfortable laughs and a somber, reflective close.

Directed by: Stan Lathan
Genres: Comedy, Tv movie
Starring: Dave Chappelle

Overview: As he closes out his slate of comedy specials, Dave takes the stage to try and set the record straight — and get a few things off his chest.

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Directed by: Stan Lathan
Genres: Comedy, Tv movie
Starring: Dave Chappelle

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Tone: satiricalstrength 3 of 3
cynicalstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 2 of 3
darkstrength 2 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: identity
race
gender
media
morality
Places: big city
Era: contemporary
Audience: adult
Form: single location
Content intensity: Gore none
Language strong
Violence mild
Sex strong

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Action	1
Horror	1
Humour	8
Realism	9
Romance	1
Tension	6
Darkness	6
Complexity	6
Emotional weight	6

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