Surreal comedy articles
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Kill comedy, kill truth
French playwright Moliere once said, ‘The duty of comedy is to correct men by amusing them.’ As the share of television…What to read next: Free speech … for how much longer? | The World Health Organisation’s plan for you this May | Ten-year Tim condemns Victoria to years of penury | Open all hours! Australia’s north is in big trouble
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A Steve Carell Comedy Planned for HBO
The comedic wit of Steve Carell will someday soon join the ranks of Gary Shandling, Robert…
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How Judd Apatow Lost His Comedy Crown
Comedy all-stars come with expiration dates. Jim Carrey ruled Hollywood until he embraced his serious side (and Trump Derangement seeped into his canvases). Eddie Murphy could read his fan mail in the 1980s, and it would break box office records. He later made 'Norbit.' It happens to the best of the best including Judd Apatow. The triple threat - writer, producer and director - had the Midas touch for a good, long while. He directed 'Knocked Up,' 'The 40-Year-Old Virgin' and 'This Is 40.' He...