Wet Hot American Summer and the Smart "Stupid" Movie
My sister loves Seinfeld . I don't. I don't get the brand of humor where people overreact to small incidents, usually incidents that aren't really that bothersome. And yet, what does it say that I absolutely love movies that consist of people doing nothing but going crazy at small things? It goes without saying (but I'll say it anyway) that humor is highly subjective. Reasons one person finds certain situations funny can be a complete mystery to someone else. I can't fully explain why I'm such easy prey for the smart "stupid" movie, but I'm going to try. The smart "stupid" movie is usually part of the parody genre, which mocks movie trends and offers insights into the mindset of a specific era. When done right, the smart "stupid" movie can leave you rolling on the floor with laughter, while also recognizing that the movie just gets it somehow. When done wrong, the smart "stupid" movie is just... stupid. ...