Humor Quote by Michael Cera
“There was one thing where David Cross was doing a scene and he was showing me his cutoff shorts and he throws them at my chest. And he had to stop throwing them at my chest because every time he did I started laughing. And it was so funny. It would have been so funny on the show but it's not even on the show anymore because I couldn't do it without laughing. He would just hurl the shorts into my chest. I robbed all the viewers of a funny thing because I couldn't stop laughing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comedy discussion, 2015, unknown platform
He describes a comedic scene where an actor's physical gag caused uncontrollable laughter, ruining the intended humor.
In simple terms: A joke failed because the performer couldn't stop laughing.
Key Takeaway
Control emotions to preserve comedic timing.
Themes
comedy
selfcontrol
performance
humor
Mood
lighthearted
reflective
Type
anecdotal
entertaining
When to use this quote
- stand‑up shows
- film sets
- live theater
- rehearsals
Key Concepts
improvisation
audience reaction
Questions to Reflect On
- How can performers maintain composure during funny moments?
- What techniques help actors stay in character while amused?
A Different Perspective
Laughter can undermine intended comedy.
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