In-laws Quote by Mack Sennett
“We never make sport of religion, politics, race or mothers. A mother never gets hit with a custard pie. Mothers-in-law-yes. But mothers-never.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Keystone Cops, 1915 (silent comedy)
Humor should respect sacred or personal subjects; mocking mothers is off‑limits.
In simple terms: Don’t joke about mothers.
Avoid jokes that disrespect mothers.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- stand‑up routines
- family gatherings
- media scripts
- online memes
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why are mothers a protected subject in humor?
- How do cultural norms shape comedic limits?
Humor varies across cultures; some may find light‑hearted jokes acceptable.