# Hollywood Shuffle (1987)

> An ambitious Black actor battles Hollywood’s narrow stereotypes through a fast, inventive barrage of sketches and show-business satire.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/21336

## Facts

- Runtime: 81 min
- Genres: Comedy
- Director: Robert Townsend
- Cast: Robert Townsend, Craigus R. Johnson, Helen Martin, Starletta DuPois, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Anne-Marie Johnson, John Witherspoon, Lou B. Washington
- TMDB rating: 6.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093200/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, irreverent, energetic, comedy night, film school viewing

## Synopsis

A comedic exploration of the struggles faced by aspiring actors in a racially charged Hollywood.

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