Back in the 1980s, a series of controversial books aptly titled Truly Jokes swept the nation with their crude, controversial and oft-hilarious zingers. With comedy that pushed the boundaries of racism and gender, the Truly books are a testament to how comedic culture has transformed over time. The film explores the evolution of comedy through the lens of the iconic Truly books. examines how the series author, Ashton Applewhite, went from a crude joke author to a feminist activist; how comedy has evolved since the 1980s, and how the dirty jokes of our past stand in today’s social climate.

Starring:

Jordan Carlos, Mark Normand, Helen Hong, Dan Soder, Scott Rogowsky, Ashton Applewhite

Genre:

Documentary