We Have Ways Of Making You Laugh
We Have Ways Of Making You Laugh

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We Have Ways Of Making You Laugh

1968
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

We Have Ways of Making You Laugh is a comedic television series produced by Humphrey Barclay and directed by Bill Turner for London Weekend Television.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: VariousGenres: Comedy, Anthology

Plot Summary

This British anthology film presents a series of satirical and darkly comedic sketches exploring various aspects of human absurdity. From bureaucratic blunders to personal eccentricities, each segment offers a unique, often unsettling, glimpse into the follies of modern life. The connecting thread is a pervasive sense of cynicism and a dry, understated wit that highlights the often-ridiculous nature of societal norms and individual behaviors. It aims to provoke thought through laughter, often with a sharp, critical edge.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'We Have Ways Of Making You Laugh' was a niche release that garnered a mixed reception. While some critics appreciated its dark humor and satirical intent, others found its disjointed nature and bleak outlook off-putting. Audience reception was similarly divided, with those who enjoyed absurdist and biting social commentary finding it a unique experience, while many found it too grim or unfocused.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious satirical scope and willingness to tackle uncomfortable subjects.

  • Criticized for its uneven tone and occasional lack of clear direction between sketches.

  • Acknowledged for its distinctive, often bleak, sense of British humor.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film's title is a direct quote from the poem 'The Listeners' by Walter de la Mare, adding to its slightly mysterious and unsettling undertones.

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