Since the late 2010s and early 2020s, “Cancel Culture”is often referred to a form of ostracism in which someone is thrust out of social or professional circles – whether it be online, on social media, or in person.The expression has mostly negative connotations and is used in debates on free speech and censorship. Comedy in the 21st century, as Billy Crystal recently said, is a minefield. Comedians like Bill Burr, Roseanne and Kevin Hart have learned the hard way that if you step outside of your lane, it won’t go over well with today’s audiences.
So with the cancel culture mob always looming, a comedian has to decide if a potentially controversial joke is worth the risk. Do you push the envelope or just keep it to yourself?
Comedian Donnie Stopa goes in-depth of this era of comedy in the form of his new documentary series entitled The Last Laugh. Working alongside Filmmaker Chris Florence, Stopa investigate Cancel Culture and Censorship in Comedy, and the implications thereof.
Notable Comedians set to appear in The Last Laugh: Steve Byrne, Jamie Kennedy, Rick Overton, Nishy XL, Amanda Cohen, Rob Little, JB Ball, KVon, Erica Rhodes, Dave Chapelle, Chris Rock, and Joe Rogan.
Donnie Stopa: You’ve seen him on Drybar Comedy, Amazon Prime Video, and have likely seen him sleeping in his car! Donnie Stopa was voted “Best Stand-Up Comedian (CLEAN)” at the 2021 ATL Comedy Awards, was the 2020 CMN Network “Male Comedian of the Year.” (ROKU). Donnie has performed with Michael Jr, Jeff Allen, John Crist, and Erica Rhodes. Donnie is an active member of the “Christian Comedy Association.” Donnie started comedy at an early age, and formed his first comedy-band in the 5th grade. His creative influences include: Sinbad, Norm MacDonald, Weird Al Yankovic, and the guy who played “Ernest” in all of those Ernest Movies. As a result, His style is observational, yet engaging, anecdotal, yet substantive, intellectual, yet… not so much. Donnie is an entertainer for any crowd that is ready to laugh. From Theaters and Churches, to Resorts and Comedy Clubs, Donnie connects with his audience, delivers the laughs, and loves every moment along the way!
The Last Laugh documentary is set to arrive in late 2022.
