Saturday Night Live: The Use Of Satirical Techniques

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Techniques that we still display are social relevance and plots. Several comedic writers utilize real time events as the subject matter. We have “Saturday Night Live,” that mocks current events and public figures. Parodies that have content of serious events, allows the audience to engage and be more aware. Some people may not watch traditional news reporting but might watch comedic shows. Introducing these audiences to current events that they were not aware of. In addition, parodies, give an opportunity for interpretation and criticism. Revealing the truth behind the joke. Take Tina Fey and her mockery of ex presidential candidate Sarah Palin. Her relentless jokes of Palin became mainstream. Outside media coverage picked up the comical content

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