Asks Quote by Tommy Cooper
“Two cannibals eating a clown. One asks the other, 'Does this taste funny to you?'”
About This Quote
Source Comedy routine (unknown source)
A dark joke juxtaposes cannibalism with clown humor, highlighting absurdity and discomfort in taboo subjects.
In simple terms: Absurd humor about taboo.
Use shock to provoke thought.
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When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- writing
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we laugh at uncomfortable topics?
- When is dark humor appropriate?
May offend or alienate audiences.