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What does it mean?
Satire works best when it does not attack the group being portrayed.
In plain terms
My character succeeds because it respects women even when mocking them.
What can you take from it?
Create comedy that entertains without degrading others.

Where it applies

  • writing characters
  • stand-up
  • acting

Putting it to work

  • avoid stereotypes
  • find human traits
  • respect the audience

Questions to consider

  • How do you create respectful comedy?
  • What makes a character likable?

Another view

Balancing satire and respect can be difficult.

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