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Key Features:
Stand-up comedy, Autobiographical, Social commentary, Identity, Popularity, Neurodiversity, Art history, Personal anecdotes, Self-deprecating humor, Cultural criticism, Feminist perspective, LGBTQ+ themes
Tone:
humorous, witty, satirical
Target Audience:
Comedy fans, Viewers interested in social commentary, Those who appreciate stand-up specials, Fans of Hannah Gadsby
Emotional Arc:
Amusement → Reflection → Catharsis

Hannah Gadsby: Douglas

2020-05-25
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Hannah Gadsby returns for her second special and digs deep into the complexities of popularity, identity, and her most unusual dog park encounter.

Genres
Comedy
Cast
Hannah Gadsby
Crew
Hannah Gadsby, Madeleine Parry
Rating
7.2(80 votes)
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