Unit 6: Parody

Fezzik shows forgiveness by:

A running gag is a joke repeated throughout the film that gets __________.

Parody may reference famous scenes but add a __________ twist.

Which line from Shrek best represents the theme of identity?

Slapstick relies more on __________ than dialogue.

Parody flips serious moments into something __________.

Parody imitates other films or genres for __________.

Today, comedy spreads through __________ and social media.

Slapstick comedy uses physical actions like:

Parody is a type of __________ that imitates well-known movies in a funny way.

In the Princess Bride, “Death cannot stop true love…” shows love’s:

Archetypes in parody help audiences quickly understand a character’s __________.

An example of a familiar archetype is the __________.

Which character struggles the most with self-acceptance?

Slapstick comedy involves lots of __________ action.

When characters admit they’re in a movie, it’s called:

The goal of parody is to __________ the original.

Dark comedy finds humor in __________ topics.

Satire may focus on things like __________ or __________.

Comedy in the 1960s–80s began to explore more __________ issues.

In parodies, conflicts are usually __________.

In the 1920s–30s, "talkies" added __________ and __________.

Famous silent film stars include __________ and __________.

Random, illogical events that are funny are part of:

A classic example of physical exaggeration is __________ humor.

Inigo, Fezzik, and Westley are an example of:

What lesson does Shrek learn about identity by the end of the movie?

Shrek hides in a swamp mainly because:

The movie The Princess Bride shows that stories:

Parody often exaggerates movie __________ or __________.

A character who thinks they're on a date but is actually at a funeral is an example of:

Wordplay uses clever __________, double meanings, and silly dialogue.

Parody points out a movie’s flaws, over-the-top moments, or __________ plots.

In the Silent Era, comedy relied on __________.

Fiona turning into an ogre at night symbolizes:

Modern comedies are often awkward, __________, and cringey.

Which character struggles the most with self-acceptance?

Situational irony happens when characters __________ situations or each other.

Characters in parody often __________ to the audience.

Exaggeration means making something __________ for comedic effect.