"We Need to Talk About Cosby" explores a shattered legacy

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Thom Powers
Documentary of the Week | Feb 18, 2022

"We Need to Talk About Cosby" grapples with the legacy of the once-beloved comedian who's been accused by over 60 women of rape and sexual assault. Director W. Kamau Bell interviews a wide range of people including Cosby's accusers, former colleagues, and journalists for the four-part series streaming on Showtime.

 

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