Common Sense Media Review
By Melissa Camacho
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Likable deadpan comedian's sketch show is slow, unfocused.
Parents Need to Know
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Why? With Hannibal Buress
What's the Story?
WHY? WITH HANNIBAL BURESS stars comedian Hannibal Buress as he attempts to answer some of the world's pressing questions about seemingly random things. Along with his deadpan monologues, the half-hour show features a variety of skits and on-the-street interviews. Appearances by such people as Conan O'Brien and Amy Schumer round out the fun.
Is It Any Good?
The series combines a variety of formats in hopes of capitalizing on Buress' unique deadpan comedy style while pulling in the laughs. Unfortunately, though there are some funny moments, most jokes leave you feeling like they just aren't going anywhere.
You can't help but like Buress, whose relaxed banter sometimes reveals some sharp-witted insight. The problem is that he doesn't take it any further, nor is there anything thematic that ties it to anything else featured on the show. The result is a series that feels underdeveloped and may leave you wondering why it's on the air.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about comedy. What makes things funny? How do comedians appeal to different audiences?
Is it ever OK to use stereotypes as a way of making people laugh?
TV Details
- Premiere date : July 8, 2015
- Cast : Hannibal Buress
- Network : Comedy Central
- Genre : Comedy
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 25, 2022
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