I've often found that most films that pass for comedy these days are ones I simply don't find amusing.
I used to wonder, is that because I don't "get" the joke? Is it directed at a younger crowd? What am I missing?

I think I don't get the joke because I just have a higher expectation than fart jokes and making fun of someone, or laughing at someone else's expense. (I always identify with the person who is the butt of the joke).

I want my movies to entertain me, sure. But I also expect them to make me think, to struggle, to piece things together and form thoughts, and want to talk about them afterwards.

I know that's a lot to expect, but I think if we all had higher expectations, the movies they make would be better.

Wishful thinking, I suppose.


Now, that's not to say I don't enjoy a good Austin Powers or Monty Python and the Holy Grail moment every once in a while.