Humor is just another defense against the universe.
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I've been accused of vulgarity. I say that's bullshit.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Mel Brooks defends his use of vulgarity as an expression of artistic freedom.
In this quote, Mel Brooks addresses the criticism he has faced regarding his use of vulgar language in comedy. He dismisses these accusations as unfounded, asserting that vulgarity is a legitimate form of artistic expression that contributes to the humor and authenticity of his work.
Themes
VulgarityArtistic FreedomHumorComedyExpression
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a speech about artistic expression in comedy.
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