A comic with one eye on his audience and another eye on the truth.
1986 · R · 1h 37m · Drama, Comedy, Fantasy
Genres: Drama, Comedy, Fantasy
Although Jo Jo Dancer has achieved success as a stand-up comedian, he hasn't found happiness. After receiving severe burns in a narcotics-related incident, Jo Jo remains in a coma, and, while in this state, he looks back on his life.
Director: Richard Pryor
Writers: Richard Pryor, Paul Mooney, Rocco Urbisci
Music by: Herbie Hancock
Cinematography: John A. Alonzo
Box office: $18M · Budget: $20M