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Satirical Anti-Trump Representation in the Sitcom Will and Grace Mini Episode and Season 9 Episode 1 As the TV satire become popular in the 21st century, humor is utilized to problematize phenomenon in humans’ lives (Gray et al.: 2009). Will and Grace is one of great American sitcoms using elements of satire to make the audience laugh. Having a unique storyline of friendship between a gay lawyer, Will, and a straight architect named Grace captivated the audience attention among mainstream…

The iconic TV show "Leave It to Beaver" broke TV records and stole the hearts of millions of Americans with its depiction of the ideal suburban family of the 1950s. Its loyal viewership guaranteed it a run of six seasons and movie spinoffs. What made "Leave It to Beaver" such a good TV comedy was its witty dialogue, comical situations, and relatable characters. One of the things that made "Leave It to Beaver" such a good comedy of its time is the witty and well written dialogue. We see…

Family members share much of the same things in life. Children are born to the same mother, raised in the same house, and experience many of the same hardships. Dee and Maggie were born to a poor life that was filled with hardship. And, as they grew older their experiences led them down separate paths with separate mindsets. Dee and Maggie lived in a home that a was no better than a shack and had a hardened mother who worked through hard labor to provide. Although they were raised under the same…

Compare and Contrast Sitcom- Essay Throughout the decades we as viewers witnessed various family TV sitcoms evolve as generation’s change, with many managing to maintain several of the same family core values. I strongly feel that The Brady Bunch, which debuted in the 1960’s and Full House debuting in the 1990’s best illustrate a significant gap between two generations of families that share similarities amongst family values despite their difference in family structure and roles. Both sitcoms…

In a two part series named The Cartoon Wars, the writers of South Park go after the question of freedom of speech and censorship on television. In Part 1, there is a national concern that a Family Guy episode featuring an image of Mohammed should not be broadcast. Family Guy is another animated TV show that the writers are trying to poke fun at. In the episode, Family Guy is aired on Fox Network and in Part 1 of the series, the network censors the image of Mohammed. “Family Guy is known to be an…

In our American culture we're raised on shows like Mickey Mouse, Tom and Jerry and any another nutty characters that kid's shows expected, for kids. Presently don't misunderstand me that is all fine and dandy reason I was clearly a kid that watched and appreciated them at one point also. Yet, it's pitiful to see that our childhood is to a great degree delicate to the Adventures of a feline and mouse, talking creatures and bunches of pointless ridiculous roughness. In any case, America, stood…

computer screens, but rather, we’d use to gather about the tube and sift through the various channels before settling on something agreeable. One particular program often piqued enough interest in everyone to keep its place on the screen; The Simpsons. The Simpsons offered something for everyone. There was always a character you can relate to; whether it’s the underappreciated and overworked housewife, the blue collared father who despite always having the best intention can’t seem to get…

adolescents, companies are merely capitalizing on the trend to sell their products without regards for their impacts. Our society defines people by appearance, and individuals cannot escape those superficialities impressed on them at a young age. Marge Piercy’s “Barbie Doll”, Langston Hughes’ “Theme for English B”, and Paul Monette’s “No Goodbyes” are poems that illustrate the harms done. Although degrading standards are endorsed and supported by the public, adverse effects manifest in all and…

expecting that he or she will speak up upon them to help make changes for the best. This is why i present to you, Lisa Simpson - one of the most well know and trust worthy. At her young age she has proven to be brilliant and one of the most passionate about the environment. Beyond all her qualities she knows how to be a leader; She is what Spring feel needs. Lisa Simpson from the Simpsons show should be the future President of Spring Field. She has many appealing qualities that would fulfill her…

The Truthful Humor of “Rick and Morty” Many people in today’s American culture take a rather pessimistic view of the world. With prospects for retirement at a low, and a life of uncertainty ahead of them, humor with a nihilist spin is one way to confront these heavy issues in a light-hearted way. Cartoon Network’s comedic Adult Swim program “Rick and Morty” harnesses the uncomfortable dark feelings of a society, and uses humor in a typical cartoon fashion to provoke the minds of viewers as well…