From "Atlanta" to "This Fool," these 13 comedies highlight the real America in all its glory
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From "Atlanta" to "This Fool," these 13 comedies highlight the real America in all its glory
Senior Culture Critic
Published
July 1, 2026 9:00AM (EDT)
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