Come Quote by June Whitfield
“The BBC say we need more working-class comedies, which is rubbish. We need funny comedies; it doesn't matter where they come from.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Television Panel, 2000s
Comedy should be judged by humor quality, not the social class of its creators.
In simple terms: Funny content matters more than creator background.
Key Takeaway
Value comedy for its laughs.
Themes
class
humor
media criticism
Mood
lighthearted
critical
Type
analytical
humorous
When to use this quote
- stand‑up shows
- scriptwriting
Key Concepts
cultural bias
comedic standards
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a comedy genuinely funny?
- How does audience perception affect comedic value?
A Different Perspective
If a comedy relies on stereotypes, class may still matter.
![“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)
