Review of Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World (2006) by David F — 18 Jun 2007

I thought it was more of a documentary - but it had a lame plot and I don't think I laughed once when I viewed it.

This review of Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World (2006) was written by David F on 18 Jun 2007.

Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World has generally received mixed reviews.

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