I chose this video to represent pastiche. I really wanted to use some of Dave Chappelle's material but i was not able to find a single clip that i was sure no one would be offended by, although he uses pastiche and parody in most of his clips. In this clip Ben Stiller uses pastiche by playing the character of an ex-con/druggie that is lecturing at a school about the harmful effects of drug use. What makes the clip funny is that he is what i call "perma-fried" that is, the drugs have messed him up so bad he ends up freaking out and jumping out of the window. The kids are like what the heck just happened? And the teacher calmly asks..Any questions? I find that comedians use pastiche and parody a lot in there skits, as they play the role of whoever or whatever they are making fun of which makes a much better show for the audience. This can range anywhere from a full blown costume with props, or just a simple change in voice and facial expression.
Lol!! This is really funny!! Ben Stiller is crazy. I also wanted to say about the comment that you made on my "Is google making us stupid" blog.. About the fast driving.. Did I do that :( I have a long drive home, so I tend to drive as fast as possible. Hope is wasn't me! Anyways good point!
Lol!! This is really funny!! Ben Stiller is crazy. I also wanted to say about the comment that you made on my "Is google making us stupid" blog.. About the fast driving.. Did I do that :( I have a long drive home, so I tend to drive as fast as possible. Hope is wasn't me! Anyways good point!
ReplyDeleteNo it wasnt you. But now i know who to look out for! :)
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