Believable Quote by Paul Lynde
“Comedy is exaggerated realism. It can be stretched to the almost ludicrous, but it must always be believable.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Mary Tyler Moore Show, 1970s
Comedy amplifies reality, stretching it toward absurdity while keeping it credible.
In simple terms: Comedy pushes reality but stays believable.
Balance exaggeration with plausibility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stand‑up routines
- sitcom scripts
- political cartoons
- advertising
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How far can you stretch truth before it loses impact?
- What makes absurdity feel real?
Excessive distortion can break audience trust.