Is Comedy DEAD? (feat. Marvel, Jordan Peele, Men In Black) – Wisecrack Edition

The video explores the decline of traditional comedy films, attributing it to the rise of streaming services and the focus on international markets. It highlights the cultural specificity of comedy, making it hard to export. The video introduces Geoff King's theory of comedy as a mode rather than a genre, showing how comedy is integrated into various film genres today. Despite fewer comedy films, comedic elements thrive in other genres, suggesting comedy's evolution rather than extinction.

Why might comedy films be considered an endangered species today?

What role do international markets play in the production of American films?

How has the definition of comedy evolved according to the text?

What are some characteristics of the comedic mode as described in the text?