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Key Features:
Stand-up comedy, Racism, Immigrant experience, Personal anecdotes, Social commentary, Cultural identity, Family relationships, Prom, Satire
Tone:
humorous, earnest, satirical
Target Audience:
Comedy fans, Fans of Hasan Minhaj, Viewers interested in social commentary, Individuals interested in immigrant stories
Emotional Arc:
Amusement → Reflection → Empathy

Hasan Minhaj: Homecoming King

2017-05-23
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Comic Hasan Minhaj of "The Daily Show" shares personal stories about racism, immigrant parents, prom night horrors and more in this stand-up special.

Genres
Comedy
Cast
Hasan Minhaj
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Christopher Storer, Hasan Minhaj
Rating
7.641(145 votes)
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