Documentary "Was haben wir gelacht" reveals pervasive sexism in 1990s German television humor

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A new documentary, "Was haben wir gelacht," examines 1990s German television humor, revealing pervasive sexism. The film highlights how female comedians and personalities fought for airtime and challenged male-dominated humor, but also explores the uncomfortable complicity and normalization of sexist jokes. The documentary features interviews with prominent female comedians and analyzes archival footage, prompting a critical re-evaluation of past comedic content.


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