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Life of Pryor: The Richard Pryor Story (2006)
TV Movie | 60 min | Documentary

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Life of Pryor: The Richard Pryor Story (2006)

TV Movie | 60 min | Documentary

Chronicles the life of the late comedian Richard Pryor, using clips from Pryor's shows and TV appearances as well as through the interviews with family, friends and fans of this real life king of (controversial) comedy.

Cinematographers

Danny Dimitroff | John Halliday | Ross Keith | Mark Molesworth

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Updated Oct 14, 2006

Release date

Oct 14, 2006 (United Kingdom)

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33 cast members

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