Some Things Just Aren't Funny
Comedy show devolves to new low27 total reviews
Comment from Judy Lawless
Although we tuned in a few times to check out Baldwin as Trump, and found it hilarious, I haven't watched SNL regularly for years. I can't stay up that late any more! lol. Sorry to hear that they are trying to find humour in death.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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Although we tuned in a few times to check out Baldwin as Trump, and found it hilarious, I haven't watched SNL regularly for years. I can't stay up that late any more! lol. Sorry to hear that they are trying to find humour in death.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation!
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
I agree with you that the TV just goes from bad to worse. We kept the licence on for the news, but that is so biaised we never watch it. The TV in our house is a dark, shadowy, silent sculpture.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I agree with you that the TV just goes from bad to worse. We kept the licence on for the news, but that is so biaised we never watch it. The TV in our house is a dark, shadowy, silent sculpture.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation!
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
The show has a huge following and a huge expectation. I for one have not been one of the followers. It does seem however that they are afraid to do skits about Biden. Or am I wrong? You are certainly right in your declaration. "There is nothing funny about murder."
Ralf
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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The show has a huge following and a huge expectation. I for one have not been one of the followers. It does seem however that they are afraid to do skits about Biden. Or am I wrong? You are certainly right in your declaration. "There is nothing funny about murder."
Ralf
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation! Not sure about Biden--haven't been watching much.
Comment from humpwhistle
Frankly, I found little to laugh at during Trump's presidency. Early on, I kept waiting for the punch line. Surely, such outrageous behavior must be leading up to a joke. No such luck.
I think SNL has fallen victim to all innovation--eventually, it gets old. Perhaps I have a low tolerance for retreads because I gave up on SNL after the first two or three seasons. Since then, the show has become a stoner's cult, and a parody of itself.
It's not the President who's to blame, but a tired formula.
Peace, Lee
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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Frankly, I found little to laugh at during Trump's presidency. Early on, I kept waiting for the punch line. Surely, such outrageous behavior must be leading up to a joke. No such luck.
I think SNL has fallen victim to all innovation--eventually, it gets old. Perhaps I have a low tolerance for retreads because I gave up on SNL after the first two or three seasons. Since then, the show has become a stoner's cult, and a parody of itself.
It's not the President who's to blame, but a tired formula.
Peace, Lee
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation!
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
SNL has not been funny for at least 25 years. In fact, the "funny" left with Phil Hartmann. Actually, I didn't even know it was still on TV. They not only fail at dark humor, they fail at all humor and everything else they pretend they're good at.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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SNL has not been funny for at least 25 years. In fact, the "funny" left with Phil Hartmann. Actually, I didn't even know it was still on TV. They not only fail at dark humor, they fail at all humor and everything else they pretend they're good at.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation!
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You bet.
Comment from AnnaLinda
Liz,
You've written a great opinion piece on SNL...Giving a little history to let us know how and why you found it funny in the past and what has you totally
turned off now.
I like how you end with "News Flash" and the flash font is bent. Just like their humor...Good use of give it up or you will give them up.
Anna
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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Liz,
You've written a great opinion piece on SNL...Giving a little history to let us know how and why you found it funny in the past and what has you totally
turned off now.
I like how you end with "News Flash" and the flash font is bent. Just like their humor...Good use of give it up or you will give them up.
Anna
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation!
Comment from Ric Myworld
Well, finally, someone is starting to see a side of SNL that I've been noticing since the very first few shows I ever watched. Although I've tuned in from time to time over the years to catch splotchy bits of humor wedged between boring babble, I stopped tolerating the sporadically-funny farce long ago. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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Well, finally, someone is starting to see a side of SNL that I've been noticing since the very first few shows I ever watched. Although I've tuned in from time to time over the years to catch splotchy bits of humor wedged between boring babble, I stopped tolerating the sporadically-funny farce long ago. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation!
Comment from kmoss
I'm a big fan of dark humor of course. I'm not a fan of SNL. I don't watch that much tv. I've probably only watched two episodes ever. But I agree with your comments here. Murder is only funny when it was deserved, and there are times it is deserved.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I'm a big fan of dark humor of course. I'm not a fan of SNL. I don't watch that much tv. I've probably only watched two episodes ever. But I agree with your comments here. Murder is only funny when it was deserved, and there are times it is deserved.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation!
Comment from Begin Again
Yes, some people appear to believe there is no limit to how far they can take their sick humor and label it "fun". There is nothing remotely funny or respectful to the family, etc. with their skit. Smiles - Carol
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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Yes, some people appear to believe there is no limit to how far they can take their sick humor and label it "fun". There is nothing remotely funny or respectful to the family, etc. with their skit. Smiles - Carol
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation!
Comment from BethShelby
I've not seen Saturday Night Live lately but I did enjoy Alex Baldwin's portrayals of Trump. I do know quite a few people in the area where I live that didn't enjoy their hero being laughed at as the fool he was. I can't imagine anything being funny about a murder trial and in seems in poor taste that they would dare go in that direction. There are still enough stupid politicians out there to mock. Surely there is no of material.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I've not seen Saturday Night Live lately but I did enjoy Alex Baldwin's portrayals of Trump. I do know quite a few people in the area where I live that didn't enjoy their hero being laughed at as the fool he was. I can't imagine anything being funny about a murder trial and in seems in poor taste that they would dare go in that direction. There are still enough stupid politicians out there to mock. Surely there is no of material.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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I figured most would agree that these sort of skits are NOT funny. I posted this at 11:59 p.m., having started writing it at 11:45 as the skit was in process. Thanks for the validation! And the bonussssss!