Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World

Danny & Dave

While the concepts behind most of Albert Brooks' films don't always hold up over the course of an entire movie, they are almost always interesting. One can tell that Brooks attempts to give his audience food for thought, along with laughs. His latest is called Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World.

Here is IMDb's plot outline: "To improve their relations with Muslim countries, The U.S. Government assigns comedian Albert Brooks to find out what makes the Muslim people laugh."

NPR'S Terry Gross interviews Albert Brooks: "Good Morning Pakistan: Albert Brooks on the Move" (Real Player and Windows Media file)

Morning Edition interview with Albert Brooks: "Albert Brooks, Searching for Islam's Laugh Track" (Real Player and Windows Media file)

Official Site

Trailer