Comedy Quote by Keith Johnstone
“I was crazy about silent comedy - in the old days, and crazy about Japanese movies.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Theatres of the Mind, Keith Johnstone, 1979
The speaker loved both silent comedy and Japanese cinema, highlighting diverse comedic tastes.
In simple terms: Appreciation for varied comedic styles.
Key Takeaway
Explore multiple comedy forms.
Themes
comedy
culture
film
history
Mood
enthusiastic
curious
Type
analytical
creative
When to use this quote
- film studies
- creative writing
- stand‑up comedy
- media production
Key Concepts
cross‑cultural humor
genre appreciation
Questions to Reflect On
- Which comedy style challenges you most?
- How does cultural context shape humor?
A Different Perspective
Preference may limit exposure to other genres.
