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Thursday, February 23, 2006 12:00 AM

The new Amos 'n' Andy?

Critics hate Tyler Perry's outrageous comedies, but his black fans love them. Is Perry a stereotype-spouting minstrel -- or a smart writer and actor who knows how to connect with his audience?

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  • Friday, June 8, 2007 11:55 AM

    Following a dream

    I'm very glad that Tyler Perry followed his dream and became successful. African-Americans understand the reality and humor

    that Tyler Perry puts into his film. As an African-American, I

    know that we can be dramatic with our expressions of life because our life has been dramatic ever since the force of slavery. African-Americans have their own way of looking at life, reality and humor. I'm also glad that Tyler Perry wasn't a statistic and decided to do something good with his life. A lot of African-American men are still very angry because of continued mistreatment in America. I hope that Tyler Perry continues with success in life.

    Lois Michelle Banks

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