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Comic Quote by David Mitchell

“Clark Kent gives up his powers just to have sexual intercourse with Lois Lane in a glittery bed. Who’d make such a stupid swap? If you could fly? Deflect nuclear missiles into space? Turn back time by spinning the planet in reverse? Sexual intercourse can’t be that good.” quote by David Mitchell
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““Clark Kent gives up his powers just to have sexual intercourse with Lois Lane in a glittery bed. Who’d make such a stupid swap? If you could fly? Deflect nuclear missiles into space? Turn back time by spinning the planet in reverse? Sexual intercourse can’t be that good.””

David Mitchell

About This Quote

The quote mocks the idea of sacrificing extraordinary abilities for ordinary pleasures, suggesting such a trade is absurd.

In simple terms: It jokes that giving up superpowers for sex is a foolish exchange.

Key Takeaway

Question the value of trivializing great gifts.

Themes

humor satire superheroes sexuality value philosophy

Mood

ironic playful critical

Type

satirical humorous philosophical

When to use this quote

  • comic book fandom
  • relationship discussions
  • ethical debates about power
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

existentialism cultural critique hyperbole

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truly motivates people to give up power?
  • Is pleasure ever worth losing extraordinary abilities?
A Different Perspective

It may oversimplify complex motivations behind human desire.

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