Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones

Dave Chappelle's raw, unfiltered comedy special

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About Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones

Released: 2019

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 1h 5m

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Dave Chappelle

About Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones

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About

Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones is a dark comedy TV show released in 2019. It features stand-up performances by comedian Dave Chappelle, known for his biting and controversial sense of humor. In this special, Chappelle tackles sensitive topics and societal issues, offering his unique perspective and challenging audience perceptions. The show gained significant attention and sparked various discussions about freedom of speech and political correctness.

Making / Production

Produced by Dave Chappelle and directed by Stan Lathan, the TV show was filmed in front of a live audience at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C. The production aimed to capture the raw energy and spontaneous nature of Chappelle's stand-up performances. Chappelle meticulously crafted his material, testing it in smaller venues before refining it for the special. The production team worked closely with Chappelle to ensure his vision was realized on screen.

Actors

  • Dave Chappelle - Himself (Stand-up Comedian) - Chappelle delivers his signature brand of comedy, blending social commentary with humor.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Chappelle's uncompromising approach and others criticizing it as offensive.
  • The TV show was highly controversial, with some audience members walking out during its premiere screening at the Toronto International Film Festival.
  • It sparked debates about the line between comedy and political correctness, with Chappelle defending his right to push boundaries and discuss uncomfortable topics.

Awards

No awards have been won by Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones.

Quotes

  • "The First Amendment is first for a reason. The Second Amendment is just in case the first one doesn't work out." - Dave Chappelle
  • "If I ever rape a woman, I'll get away with it. As long as I'm famous. They let you do it." - Dave Chappelle

Music

The TV show does not heavily feature music.

Soundtrack

No official soundtrack has been released for Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones.