The Simpsons and the Use of Irony
When comparing the ideologies of irony by authors Kevin Dettmar and Carl Matheson, I noticed that their views are slightly similar but primarily differ. When discussing the sitcom, “The Simpsons”, they both agree that the show is unique, but for different reasons. Matheson says “this density of allusions is perhaps what sets ‘The Simpsons’ most apart from any show that has preceded it,” (Matheson Pg. 253). Dettmar, on the other hand, says that “in a program that seeks to expose…...
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Family Guy Analysis
This essay sample on Family Guy Analysis provides all necessary basic information on this matter, including the most common "for and against" arguments. Below are the introduction, body and conclusion parts of this essay.The animated sitcom series Family Guy, which began broadcasting on American television channels in 1999, has always courted controversy. The perceived crude humor and lack of inhibitions in the characters of the show have offended the conservative sections of American society. At times unfavorably compared to The…...
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History Of Sitcoms
The following sample essay on History Of Sitcoms discusses it in detail, offering basic facts and pros and cons associated with it. To read the essay's introduction, body and conclusion, scroll down.My Family are immediately recognised as an upper middle-class family, as they are typical of West London, the ‘soft underbelly’ of the South. The sofa and living room are used as the main setting in both of these 2 sitcoms, but the way that props and cameras are positioned…...
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Examples of Popular Sitcoms
Comedy is work that provokes laughter. Commedia dell' Arte is one type of comedy which was developed in Italy in the 16th and 17th century. It is characterized by improvised text based on plot outlines. It is a fact that the majority of modern-day sitcoms are based on the elements of commedia and satire, because it is a sure thing. A sure thing that it will entertain, amuse and keep the targeted audience occupied. It is the only thing that…...
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The Simpsons Movie
In 'The Simpsons Movie', director David Silverman and his team of producers: James L. Brooks, Matt Groening, Al Jean, Mike Scully and Richard Sakai use humour to incorporate other relevant messages into the film. Three of the most important factors are environment, government and family relationships. At the beginning of the Simpsons Movie, David Silverman uses GreenDay to make the audience aware of the social issues surrounding the environment; not only because of their famous songs, but because the band…...
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On Discussing The Simpsons
The following sample essay on Discussing "The Simpsons" have been up and running on our screens for fifteen spectacular years. Originally the idea for the "the Simpsons" came from a comic strip called "life in hell" ,as this was a comic strip hanging outside of James. L. Brooks office , the executive producer for the "Tracy Ullman Show". "The Simpsons" cartoon was created by Matt Groening. Matt Groening decided to make 30 to 60 second clips of The Simpsons ,these…...
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