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Making a Point with Humor: Parody and Satire Explained

Delve into the world of parody and satire, where humor meets wit to critique society with a chuckle. Learn the subtle differences between parody and satire and explore how these genres make serious points in a light-hearted manner. From mocking pop culture icons to satirizing political affairs, discover the power of humor in dissecting societal issues. Unravel the techniques of exaggerated imitation and humorous commentary on various subjects. Explore famous examples from SNL to The Onion and grasp the essence of using comedy to convey powerful messages through artful mimicry.

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Making a Point with Humor: Parody and Satire Explained

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  1. Parody and Satire Let’s make a point… and be funny. 1

  2. usually sarcastic funny (not so much ‘haha’) often involves exaggeration Parody Satire Satire and Parody: The Difference is Subtle makes a serious point using humor to point out weaknesses of people and society using humor to mock or imitate a person or situation ‘haha’ funny 2

  3. Parody Satire Satire and Parody: The Difference is Subtle Although satire is usually meant to be funny, the purpose of satire is not primarily humor in itself so much as an attack on something of which the author strongly disapproves, using the weapon of wit. A work created to mock, comment on, or poke fun at an original work, its subject, author, style, or some other target, by means of humorous, satiric or ironic imitation 3

  4. Examples of Parody • SNL: Justin Timberlake-Beyonce • Monty Python • Weird Al • Scary Movie series • Not Another Teen Movie 4

  5. Examples of Satire • Campaign Ads: Viral Video Film School • The Colbert Report • The Onion (www.theonion.com) • Animal Farm • Political cartoons 5

  6. Global Warming? 6

  7. Global Warming Hoax 7

  8. Christmas in Debt 8

  9. Crying Elephant 9

  10. It is easier for a camel… 10

  11. Family Values / Affairs 11

  12. King of Golf 12

  13. International Relations 13

  14. The News Today 14

  15. The Economy this Christmas 15

  16. Santa and the Economy 16

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