Cho, Margaret

Overview

Works:	254 works in 535 publications in 2 languages and 17,251 library holdings
Genres:	Drama Documentary films Biographies Nonfiction films Television series Interviews Documentary television programs Action and adventure films Educational television programs Television comedies
Roles:	Actor, Host, Speaker, Author, Performer, Author of screenplay, Contributor, Other, Author of introduction, Director
Classifications:	PN1992.77, 791.4575

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works about Margaret Cho

I'm the one that I want by Margaret Cho( Book )
Finding your roots( Visual )
Margaret Cho by Caroline Tiger( Book )
I'm the one that I want by Margaret Cho( Recording )
Margaret Cho live in concert : I'm the one that I want by Margaret Cho( Recording )

Assassin by Margaret Cho( )
Revolution by Margaret Cho( Recording )
Margaret Cho : comedian, actress, and activist by Michael Schuman( )
Sanjay Gupta/Margaret Cho/Martha Stewart( Visual )
Pretty/funny : women comedians and body politics by Linda Mizejewski( Book )
Finding your roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr( Visual )
In praise of difficult women : life lessons from 29 heroines who dared to break the rules by Karen Karbo( Book )
American stand-up and sketch comedy : between race and gender, the works of Dave Chappelle and Margaret Cho by Elizabeth Ludwig( Book )
Lighten up!? : humour as anti-racism in the work of Asian American comic Margaret Cho by Tara Atluri( )
Sanjay Gupta/Margaret Cho/Martha Stewart [eVideo - Films on Demand]( Visual )
Notorious C.H.O. : Margaret Cho filmed live in concert by Margaret Cho( Visual )
Asian/American bodies in extremis : gendering power, pleasure, and nation through "Spectacular" excess by Melissa Garcia Knoll( )
Six funny women : gender, body, sexuality and power in the stand-up comedy of Judy Tenuta, Paula Poundstone, Ellen Degeneres, Roseanne Barr Pentland Arnold Thomas, Adele Givens and Margaret Cho by Anne Marie Hubbell( )
Assassin by Margaret Cho( Visual )
Read : Margaret Cho @ your library( Visual )

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Most widely held works by Margaret Cho

Miss Representation( Visual )

17 editions published between 2011 and 2015 in English and held by 1,958 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explores how mainstream media contributes to the under-representation of women in influential positions in America and challenges the media's limiting and often disparaging portrayals of women, which make it difficult for the average girl to see herself as powerful

Art 21 art in the twenty-first century( Visual )

3 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 1,435 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Presents 37 diverse artists, taking viewers into artists' studios, homes, and communities to provide an intimate view of their lives, work, creative processes, and sources of inspiration

Yes means yes! : visions of female sexual power & a world without rape by Jaclyn Friedman( Book )

1 edition published in 2008 in English and held by 671 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A modern analysis of rape by the activist author of Full Frontal Feminism calls for a greater understanding of and respect for female sexual pleasure as part of a societal effort to end rape by having men see women as equal collaborators instead of sexual conquests

30 rock by Tina Fey( Visual )

1 edition published in 2011 in English and held by 605 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

In this behind-the-scenes romp about sketch show TGS, corporate executive Jack Donaghy, TGS neurotic stars, a hapless NBC page, and the rest of the befuddled crew work to create the 'magic of television.' Brought to you by the folks at GE Kabletown, it's a season of video obituaries, cross-dressing love, page showdowns, Canadian births, and other strange events in 22 blerg-worthy episodes

Face/off by John Travolta( Visual )

5 editions published between 1997 and 2009 in English and held by 572 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

FBI agent Sean Archer (John Travolta) must go undercover to investigate the location of a lethal biological weapon planted by his arch rival, terrorist-for-hire Castor Troy (Nicolas Cage). After undergoing a radical surgical procedure, Archer literally "borrows" Troy's face and identity to carry out his mission. But things go awry when Troy, emerging from a coma, is transformed into Archer and wreaks havoc upon his life, both at work and at home

Do I sound gay?( Visual )

10 editions published between 2014 and 2016 in English and held by 493 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

After a break-up with his boyfriend, journalist David Thorpe embarks on a hilarious and touching journey of self-discovery, confronting his anxiety about "sounding gay". Enlisting acting coaches, linguists, friends, family, total strangers, and celebrities, he quickly learns that many people, both gay and straight, often wish for a different voice. What starts as a personal journey becomes a chance to unpack layers of cultural baggage concerning sexuality, identity, and self-esteem

I have chosen to stay and fight by Margaret Cho( Book )

4 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and held by 467 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Comedian and activist Cho's righteous comic rage finds its targets with pinpoint accuracy and is meant not only to entertain but also to champion the civil liberties and raise awareness for the social injustices that are her impassioned causes--among them freedom of expression; gay rights; racial discrimination; and capital punishment. It is this blend of comedy and fervor that awakens the devotion of her legions of fans and permeates this book--her vehement, principled, and resoundingly funny political platform to shake us loose of the politics of disillusionment and get us through the years ahead. This book chronicles Cho's adventures and misadventures in political activism and lays out what's right in no uncertain terms.--From publisher description

Friendsgiving( Visual )

6 editions published in 2020 in English and held by 457 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Plans for a quiet Thanksgiving between two friends go up in smoke when their party is crashed by a comically chaotic group of friends, lovers, and relatives

Drop dead diva( Visual )

13 editions published between 2009 and 2018 in English and held by 401 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"Life can really throw you curves--especially in this breakthrough comedic drama. "Drop dead Diva" tells the story of Deb, a shallow model who dies in a sudden accident. By a twist of fate and a bolt of divine intervention, her soul resurfaces in the body of Jane, a smart, plus-sized and recently deceased attorney. As she confronts the challenges of her adventurous new life, love and career, she must learn to reconcile her beauty queen ways with her brilliant new mind--finding surprises at every turn"--Container

Drop dead diva( Visual )

10 editions published between 2010 and 2018 in English and held by 315 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Continues the story of a shallow model who dies and comes back as an intelligent, overweight lawyer seeking the meaning of inner beauty

The lost room by Craig R Baxley( Visual )

6 editions published between 2007 and 2009 in English and held by 299 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

In the 1960s, an unknown event at the Sunshine Motel caused ordinary things in Room 10 to transform into items of wonder: indestructible objects with extraordinary powers that are sought by those who know their secrets

I'm the one that I want by Margaret Cho( Visual )

7 editions published between 2001 and 2011 in English and held by 292 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This film captures comedian Margaret Cho at home in San Francisco, in her first appearance at the Warfield Theater. The spine of the show is the appalling true story of her experiences starring in the short-lived ABC sitcom "All-American Girl," the first mainstream television comedy built around an Asian-American family. Although her character was based on herself, the network decided to revamp her appearance and her personality. Her kidneys collapse, her show is canceled, and she begins a descent into booze, pills, and self-loathing. Ms. Cho spins lack of self-esteem into comic gold, and the eventual resurrection of her own voice, her own shape, and satisfaction with being the one she wants

Drop dead diva( Visual )

12 editions published between 2011 and 2018 in English and held by 286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Following the car accident that left Grayson in a coma, Jane finds herself struggling with her desire to reveal herself as Deb when he wakes up; Teri enlists Grayson to help her firefighter boyfriend after he is sued for rescuing a neighbor from a burning building; Parker organizes a bachelor party for Grayson, who incidentally gives a stripper legal advice that leads to her subsequent firing; Jane is held at gunpoint while picking up the wedding rings; and much more

Call me lucky( Visual )

9 editions published between 2015 and 2020 in English and held by 266 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"Call me lucky tells the story of Barry Crimmins, a beer-swilling, politically outspoken and whip-smart comic whose efforts in the 70s and 80s fostered the talents of the next generation of standup comedians. But beneath Crimmins' gruff, hard drinking, curmudgeonly persona lay an undercurrent of rage stemming from his long-surpressed and horrific abuse as a child, a rage that eventually found its way out of the comedy clubs and into the political arena"--Container

M. Butterfly : a drama by David Henry Hwang( Recording )

6 editions published between 1996 and 2016 in English and held by 264 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Story of a French diplomat and a Beijing Opera star who carry on a love affair over almost 20 years before the diplomat discovers something shocking about his lover

Drop dead diva( Visual )

7 editions published between 2013 and 2018 in English and held by 250 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Lifetime's critically acclaimed hit series, 'Drop Dead Diva, ' returns for a fourth season with 13 new episodes. Joining the series' roster of top name guest stars is Kim Kardashian ('Keeping Up with the Kardashians'), who makes her multiple episode debut in the season opener

Drop dead diva( Visual )

6 editions published between 2013 and 2018 in English and held by 223 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Brooke Elliott stars as Jane Bingum, a shallow model who dies and is reincarnated as an excellent, plus-sized attorney. Jane suddenly has a new guardian angel and several new cases, including a student accused of cheating on the SATs, a baseball player tagged for murder, and a beauty pageant contestant who believes the contest she is in is fixed. Not only that, 'Old Jane' returns in another person's body. Let the fun begin!

Pioneers of television( Visual )

1 edition published in 2014 in English and held by 214 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"More than 200 breakthrough stars bring their stories to life in season four of the Emmy-nominated documentary series ... Each episode melds compelling new interviews with irresistible clips to offer a fresh take on TV's biggest celebrities"--Container. Some of the shows highlighted include: Seinfeld, Miami vice, Roseanne, ER, I love Lucy and Star trek

Mae West : dirty blonde( Visual )

1 edition published in 2020 in English and held by 214 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Mae West achieved great acclaim in every entertainment medium that existed during her lifetime, spanning eight decades of the twentieth century. This is the first major documentary film to explore West₂s life and career, as she 'climbed the ladder of success wrong by wrong' to become a writer, performer, and subversive agitator for social change

The Art:21 collection. art in the twenty-first century( Visual )

3 editions published in 2012 in English and held by 188 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Documents the difference in various styles of twenty-first-century art through interviews, commentary, and behind-the-scenes footage

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