There are two things you can't argue in film: comedy and eroticism. If something doesn't make you laugh, no one can tell you why it's funny, and it's difficult to reason someone out of an erection.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Comedy and eroticism cannot be logically argued; humor is subjective and sexual response is instinctual.
- In plain terms
- You can’t reason why something is funny or erotic because they’re personal experiences.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept that some artistic reactions are beyond rational debate.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you explain why you find something funny?
- Can erotic art be evaluated critically?
Another view
Even subjective areas can be discussed in terms of technique and context.
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