Mother Quote by Mae West
“His mother should have thrown him away and kept the stork!..”
About This Quote
Source Film: She Done Him Wrong, 1933
A hyperbolic expression of extreme disdain, using humor.
In simple terms: Extreme dislike expressed humorously.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hyperbole as comedic exaggeration.
Themes
humor
exaggeration
disdain
Mood
witty
sarcastic
Type
comedic
satirical
When to use this quote
- social criticism
- personal insults
- entertainment
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Comedy
satire
social commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor soften harsh statements?
- When is hyperbole effective?
A Different Perspective
May be misinterpreted as literal.
