The Sad State of Comedy

This is my video essay on the comedic brilliance of Police Squad. A TV show that despite being canceled over 40 years ago, still feels like such a breath of fresh air compared to the comedies today. But why is this the case? Why does it seem like we’re settling for comedies that aren’t as smart or witty when it comes to their presentation? With Police Squad there’s just so much going on in any scene that can make you laugh. So many clever gags that can keep you guessing where the next joke is going to come from. One moment you’ll find yourself paying attention to what the characters are saying and then the next you’ll notice something hilarious in the background. But how does Police Squad achieve this? What makes it so brilliant in its delivery and presentation? And importantly, which lessons can we learn from its hilariously clever writing so that today’s comedies can be elevated to that same high standard? This is my video explaining how. Thank you to my incredible Patreon