World Premiere
I Got Somethin' to Tell You
Spotlight
| USA | 90 MINUTES | English | English subtitlesFemale Director(s), Comedy, Documentary
Comedy pioneer Moms Mabley, often referred to as “the funniest woman in the world,” comes to life again, complete with rolling laughter and measured eloquence, in Whoopi Goldberg’s directorial debut. This astute first documentary feature showcases Mabley’s talent and pays homage to a woman whose relevance still resonates today.
A role model for Whoopi Goldberg herself, Mabley’s legacy is defined through rich found footage and interviews with some of the world’s best comedians, including Bill Cosby, Kathy Griffin and Eddie Murphy. They show how Mabley paved the way for female comedians and performers everywhere with her boundary-pushing stand-up routines and innate ability to transcend racism, sexism and ageism. The documentary dives whole-heartedly into Mabley’s comedy, political and social and still hilarious. A passion project for Goldberg, it celebrates Mabley’s historical significance and profound influence as a performer vastly ahead of her time.
—Genna Terranova
*NOTE: April 22, 2013 screening is exclusively for American Express® Cardmembers
Learn more here: Tribeca Talks® After the Movie: I Got Somethin' to Tell You
A role model for Whoopi Goldberg herself, Mabley’s legacy is defined through rich found footage and interviews with some of the world’s best comedians, including Bill Cosby, Kathy Griffin and Eddie Murphy. They show how Mabley paved the way for female comedians and performers everywhere with her boundary-pushing stand-up routines and innate ability to transcend racism, sexism and ageism. The documentary dives whole-heartedly into Mabley’s comedy, political and social and still hilarious. A passion project for Goldberg, it celebrates Mabley’s historical significance and profound influence as a performer vastly ahead of her time.
—Genna Terranova
*NOTE: April 22, 2013 screening is exclusively for American Express® Cardmembers
Learn more here: Tribeca Talks® After the Movie: I Got Somethin' to Tell You
Cast & Credits
Directed by
Whoopi Goldberg
WHOOPI GOLDBERG is one of an elite group of artists to win an Academy, Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award. Her credits include The Color Purple, Ghost, Sister Act and Boys on the Side, as well as producing Thoroughly Modern Millie and Sister Act on Broadway. She can be seen on The View. I Got Somethin’ to Tell You is her directorial debut.
Director
Whoopi Goldberg
Editor
Maya Mumma
Associate Producer
Ellen Sebastian Chang
Executive Producer
Whoopi Goldberg, Tom Leonardis, George Schlatter
Co-Producer
Geeta Gandbhir
Cast
Moms Mabley, Harry Belafonte, Joan Rivers, Sidney Poitier, Eddie Murphy, Kathy Griffin
Contacts
Print Source
Press Contact
Alanna Whittington
Tribeca Film Festival
New York, NY 10013
Phone: 212 941 2014
awhittington@tribecaenterprises.com
Tribeca Film Festival
New York, NY 10013
Phone: 212 941 2014
awhittington@tribecaenterprises.com
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Beacon Theatre
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The Rush system functions as a standby line that will form at the venue approximately one hour prior to scheduled start time. Admittance is based on availability and will begin roughly 10 minutes prior to program start time. Rush Tickets are the same price as advance tickets and are payable upon entry.
