Comedies Quote by Dexter Palmer
““Still, though, he picked movies that someone his age should have had zero interest in—comedies about rich, lonely old men having their lives redeemed by perky, quirky women half their age; turgid tales of couples who lived in improbably spacious Brooklyn brownstones and who were forced to come to terms with their inherently adulterous natures.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch, 2016
He chooses films that contrast his age, highlighting absurdity of expectations and desire for youthful redemption.
In simple terms: He watches movies that clash with his age and expectations.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unexpected tastes without judgment.
Themes
age
expectations
media
humor
relationships
Mood
reflective
ironic
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- media consumption
- relationship dynamics
Key Concepts
cultural critique
generational gap
irony
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we seek media that defies our identity?
- How does humor challenge age norms?
A Different Perspective
These choices may reinforce stereotypes about age and gender.
![“Comedy is lively, comedy is joy, and that's what keeps us [people] going, we've got to look forward to little, little happiness's. Little, little joys, and comedy is very, very important, it's a vital. We underestimate its value, but we should see more comedies. Comedy is life giving, it's…” quote by Mel Brooks](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/936/mel-brooks-2308_believe_comedy-is-lively-comedy-is-joy-and-that_36043.jpg)
