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[edit] Comedy Applied (Cross Genre Study) Filmography
Army of Darkness. Dir. Sam Raimi. Perf. Bruce Campbell. Film. 1993.
Example of a horror movie that used comedy to form a new and fresh mix. This film uses the of fish out of water comedy structure, has good action, and is a fun horror flick.
Darkman. Dir. Sam Raimi. Perf. Liam Neeson. 1990.
This movie uses brief moments of humor that surprise its viewers.
Departed. Dir. Martin Scorsese. Perf. Jack Nicholson. 2006.
Crime drama with a unique story line (sort of). It has almost no comedy, which makes it stand out when it happens.
Epic Movie. Dir. Jason Friedberg and Aaron Seltzer. DVD. 2007.
Example of an over-saturated comedy that looses its comic value by not being able to surprise. This uses parody and has a loose messy structure.
Hot Fuzz. Dir. Edgar Wright. Perf. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. Film. 2007.
Action comedy that is a serious action and a serious comedy thus very valuable. It's a crime drama, a fish out of water, and a satire. Refreshingly it is not a romantic comedy but it uses elements of that genre in a wierd way.
In Bruges. Dir. Martin McDonagh. Perf. Colin Farrell. Film. 2008.
Brilliant politically incorrect black comedy. This movie exists in a real world but with very interesting characters. So you can connect with this reality and thus the homur is very effective.
Shaun of the Dead. Dir. Edgar Wright. Perf. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. DVD. 2004.
A well made zombie movie and a very funny comedy laced together in this movie masterpiece. This is a satire, romantic comedy, fish our of water, and with a hint of black comedy.
Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Dir. James Cameron. Perf. Arnold Schwartzenneger. Film. 1991.
This is an action science fiction film that would never belong in the comedy section at Hollywood Video. However, the little scenes of comic relief are very refreshing.
True Lies. Dir. James Cameron. Perf. Arnold Schwarzenegger. Film. 1994.
Example of how comedy is heightened in other genres. This is a romantic comedy, action/adventure, satire, spy thriller.
The Host. Dir. Joon-Ho Bong. Perf. Kang-Ho Song. Film. 2006.
A brilliant monster movie that is littered with jokes and sight gags that keeps it alive. Great cinematography, excellent directing, fantastic action, unique sci fi, and creative structure come together in this very original korean thriller.
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This Is Spinal Tap. Dir. Rob Reiner. Perf. Harry Shearer, Christopher Guest, Micheal McKean. DVD. 1984
A satire of a fictional 80's heavy metal band; mocking the excess and absurdity that was prevalent during the decade.
Spaceballs. Dir. Mel Brooks. Perf. Bill Pullman, Rick Moranis, John Candy. DVD. 1987
A successful parody of Star Was.
Dr. Strangelove. Dir. Stanley Kubrick. Perf. Peter Sellers. DVD. 1964
A great example of Dark Humor.
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou. Dir. Wes Anderson. Pef. Bill Murray, Owen Wilson, Cate Blanchett. DVD. 2004
An equal amount of humor and serious content which is the staple of Tragic-comedy.
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Bamboozled. Dir. Spike Lee. Prod. Jon Kilik and Spike Lee. DVD. 2001
A satirical look at 'Blackface.'
White Chicks. Dir. Keenen Ivory Wayans. Perf. Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Maitland Ward, Anne Dudek. Film. 2004.
One could call this a satirical look at 'Whiteface.'
The Wiz. Dir. Sidney Lumet. Perf. Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Nipsey Russel, Ted Ross, Mabel King, Theresa Marrit, Thelma Carpenter, Lena Horne, Richard Pryor. DVD. 1978.
The African-American version of a film classic, The Wizard Of Oz.
The Wizard Of Oz. Dir. Victor Fleming. Perf. Judy Garland, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolget, Bert Lair, Jack Haley, Bille Burke, Margret Hamilton, Charley Grapewin. DVD. 1939
A classic in the film industry, a fantasy tail of a girl and her adventures to get back home.
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Kikujiro. Dir. Takeshi Kitano. Perf. Takeshi Kitano. DVD. 1999
This film in my opinion, is a good example of a Japanese film that translates well (comedy wise) from Japan to the U.S. The premise is basically an ex-gangster who is trying to help a kid find his mother, and through this awkward relationship, comedy ensues. Original, and very funny. Popular in the U.S.
Le, Placard. Dir. Francis Verber. Perf. Daniel Auteuil, Gerard Depardieu. DVD. 2001
Very "American" comedy straight out of France. I chose this for an example of Francis Verber's work, all of which seems to do well in the U.S. I don't outright know why this film does well, but I laughed quite a bit at this film, and generally recommend it, as a French comedy to see.
Shaun of the Dead. Dir. Edgar Wright. Perf. Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Kate Ashfield. DVD. 2004
A hilarious Edgar Wright film, Shaun of the Dead is a great example of imported British comedy, more attuned to an American audience. Great use of cross genre, and comedy in very uncomplicated terms: two "losers" who love to drink, play video games, and end up fighting zombies. Another film that is very similar to this is Tokyo Zombie which is basically the same film, shot in Japan, with a more "Japanese twist."
Loins of Punjab Presents. Dir. Manish Acharya. Perf. Shabana Azmi, Ajay Nadu, Ayesha Dharker. DVD 2007
