Being funny Quote by Roger Ebert
“There are few lonelier sights than a good comedian being funny in a movie that doesn't know what funny is.”
About This Quote
Source Film review: Review of a comedy film, 1995
A good comedian feels isolated when the movie lacks genuine humor, highlighting a mismatch between performance and material.
In simple terms: Comedians can feel lonely in unfunny movies.
Key Takeaway
Seek projects where humor aligns with talent.
Themes
film
comedy
artistic integrity
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analysis
opinion
When to use this quote
- movie casting
- script development
- director‑actor collaboration
Key Concepts
performance
script quality
audience expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a comedy film succeed?
- How can actors influence a film’s tone?
A Different Perspective
Even great comedians can’t fix a weak script.
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