description Bill Cosby: Himself (1983) Overview
Bill Cosby: Himself is a 1983 stand-up concert film written and performed by Bill Cosby and directed by Cosby. Filmed before a live audience, it consists largely of extended stories about marriage, pregnancy, childbirth, parenting, and family life rather than rapid sequences of isolated jokes. Material and character dynamics developed in the performance later influenced The Cosby Show, which premiered on television in 1984.
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What topics does Bill Cosby cover in his 1983 stand-up special?
In "Bill Cosby: Himself," Cosby focuses entirely on extended stories about marriage, pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. The routine relies heavily on observational family humor rather than rapid-fire jokes.
Where was Bill Cosby: Himself filmed?
The concert film was filmed before a live audience in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Cosby directed the special himself, and it was later released into theaters in 1983.
How was Bill Cosby: Himself received when it was released?
The 1983 stand-up concert film was a massive commercial success at the box office. Its popularity helped solidify Cosby's status as a family-friendly comedian leading into the launch of "The Cosby Show" a year later.
What is the comedic style of Bill Cosby: Himself?
Cosby uses a highly conversational and storytelling-driven comedic style, often sitting down on stage. He relies on vivid sound effects and exaggerated facial expressions to bring his tales of family life to the audience.
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