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“Phunny Business is a breezy, vivid, funny, star-studded and delightful valentine to comedy, entrepreneurship and the All-American impulse to make something out of nothing. The story of comedy club owner/inveterate dreamer Raymond Lambert and his heroic quest to create a safe, productive place for black stand-up comedians to hone their craft and find their voices isn't just a great Chicago story and a great comedy story: it's a flat-out great story, lovingly and engagingly told.”

Quote by Nathan Rabin

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Nathan Rabin is a renowned film critic, born on April 24, 1976. Known for his unique humor and satirical style, his reviews are frequently published in media outlets such as The New York Times. more

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