Comedy Quote by Martin Landau
“I always say, if I tell you a joke right now and it's funny, you laugh. Now, we set the lights, and I tell you the joke again, it's hard to find it funny the second time.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Big Lebowski, 1998
Humor loses impact when repeated quickly because novelty fades and expectations shift.
In simple terms: Jokes get less funny on repeat.
Key Takeaway
Vary timing or context for humor.
Themes
humor
novelty
expectation
Mood
playful
reflective
Type
observational
entertaining
When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- presentations
- teaching
- advertising
Key Concepts
psychology
repetition
attention
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you refresh a joke on second tell?
- What role does surprise play in laughter?
A Different Perspective
Repeated jokes may feel stale; audience may anticipate punchline.
