I must say I agree with the “Film Theory” opinions but I think he does ‘Film Theory’ a disservice by being so reductive. Yes I’m a grumpy old bugger but assertions are one thing and assertions with an agenda are something that is very Youtube and needs a a lot more rigor.
As someone who is absolutely fascinated by the genre of comedy (specifically audience based stand up) I’m fascinated by the transition of these comedians going from a ‘live’ show with a live audience to direct to camera.
For example Conan, for me, was never really hitting it as a presenter and interviewer compared to his sketch spots. However in the lock down his interviews really shine.
Colbert and Myers were floating at sea in their first lock down episodes but found different and interesting ways to present without an audience.
This post live audience night show format has seen a rise in the camera performance comedy of Chaplin and Hill where the writing, editing and personality of the artists that make this stuff happen come to the front.
