Crazy Funny

This insightful exploration of contemporary black satire reveals how it addresses the intersections of racism and mental health. Crazy Funny highlights the complexities of identity in a racialized context.

This book explores the intricate relationship between contemporary black satire and the experiences of racial madness, shedding light on how these works articulate the connections between racism and mental health. By focusing on the genre of black satire, Crazy Funny reveals how it serves as a powerful medium for understanding the unique ways in which individuals, particularly within the black community, navigate their identities amid the challenges posed by both racism and mental illness.

Crazy Funny delves into the complexities of racialized identity formation, arguing that racism is not merely a social issue but a significant factor influencing mental and emotional well-being. The author draws on various theoretical frameworks, including ethnic studies and trauma theory, to analyze how contemporary black satire transcends traditional notions of sanity and insanity. Through this lens, the book highlights the often-overlooked dimensions of mental instability experienced by people of color, particularly black individuals, and how these experiences shape their understanding of self.

The text provides critical analyses of five notable instances of new millennial black satire in various media, including television, film, and literature. By examining works such as Chappelle’s Show, Bamboozled, and The White Boy Shuffle, Crazy Funny presents a nuanced account of how these narratives challenge societal norms and offer a fresh perspective on the intersection of race and mental health in a racially charged society.