I thought Rounders was a comic movie in its way. First…
“I thought Rounders was a comic movie in its way. First time I directed a movie, I wanted to do a comedy. I don't like things that are superficially one thing or another, mainly. My favorite comedies are really smart, too, and have a lot of levels to them as well.”
About This Quote
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He desired a comedy with depth, rejecting superficiality, preferring layered humor.
In simple terms: He wanted smart, multi‑level comedy.
Seek depth in humor.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- film directing
- scriptwriting
- comedic performance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define “smart” comedy?
- What layers make a film resonate?
Balancing humor and depth can limit audience appeal.