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Rating:  - You will laugh your *ss off every time you see it!!!
Absolutely the funniest comedy act I've ever seen. Eddie holds nothing back in this hilarious video that is a favorite of anyone who sees it.
Rating: - Hilarious
This is one of the best stand up films of all time. It's hilarious. I've seen it numerous times over the years. In response to some of the other reviews, I have to say that this is Eddie Murphy and not Bill Cosby. You know that there will be profanity on your way into this one. Like Mr. Murphy says, it's just jokes. None of the things he says are meant to be a social commentary. If you're easily offended, then rent this film before committing to buying it.
Rating: - Stand-Up Comedy At Its' Best
In the same tradition of raunchy stand up comedy kings such as Richard Pryor and Red Foxx, Eddie Murphy's comedy pokes fun at many groups and celebrities. Filmed at the height of Eddie's status as the world's biggest film star (while on contract with Paramount), "Raw" is an hour and a half of hysterical impersonations and skits. Written by comedy star/director Keenan Ivory Wayans ("Scary Movie"; "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka"; television's "In Living Color") and directed by Robert Townsend ("Meteor Man"; "Hollywood Shuffle"), Raw's highlights include Eddie's trip to San Francisco (where he is greeted at the aiport by flamboyant gay men), his trouble with women, and celebrity put downs. The most memorable skit in this film probably has to be Eddie's imaginary wedding to an African tribal woman who gets corrupted by American women upon her arrival to the U.S. "Unfoofoo" (his African wife's name) and Eddie's discussion of how he met her made me laugh out loud. Truly, only a comedy genius could have thought of such a funny skit. Although not a film for young kids due to its' use of foul language and discussion of sexual situations, the film showcased Murphy at his best, long before his string of family oriented films ("Dr. Doolittle" "Nutty Professor"). While there is a new king when it comes to raunchy comedy nowadays (Chris Rock) Eddie still remains one of the best. "Raw" is a showcase of great comedic writing and performance.
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