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Robert Townsend (born February 6, 1957) is an American actor, director, comedian, and writer. [1] [2] Townsend is best known for directing the films Hollywood Shuffle (1987), Eddie Murphy Raw (1987), The Meteor Man (1993), The Five Heartbeats (1991) and various other films and stand-up specials.
Robert Townsend is a versatile and influential filmmaker who has written, directed, produced and starred in his own films, such as Hollywood Shuffle, The Five Heartbeats and The Meteor Man. He has also worked with many Hollywood stars and created popular TV shows and specials.
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Robert Townsend is an American actor, director, comedian, and writer. He is known for his films Hollywood Shuffle, The Meteor Man, The Five Heartbeats, and the sitcom The Parent 'Hood.
A Hollywood pioneer well ahead of his time, Townsend, is often referred to as one of the “Godfathers of the Independent Film World.” With more than 30 years in the entertainment business, he has made an indelible mark in Hollywood with an extensive list of credits.
Mar 3, 2023 · Robert Townsend, the director and star of the 1987 comedy film Hollywood Shuffle, talks about his personal and professional struggles in the film industry. He discusses his friendship with Keenen Ivory Wayans, his casting in A Soldier's Story, and his vision for Black representation on screen.
Feb 27, 2019 · Townsend joined us to talk about what it takes to get movies greenlit, how he sees his influence in today's cinema and how he's navigated Hollywood for four decades.
Feb 27, 2023 · The director and star of the 1987 comedy film talks about his frustration with Hollywood auditions, his inspiration from Second City, and his friendship with Eddie Murphy. Hollywood Shuffle is now part of the Criterion Collection.
