| Title: |
The Last Man. |
| Authors: |
BESSNER, DANIEL (AUTHOR) |
| Source: |
Nation. Apr2024, Vol. 318 Issue 4, p76-81. 5p. 1 Cartoon or Caricature. |
| Subjects: |
PERFORMING arts, GENDER nonconformity, CELEBRITIES, COMEDIANS, STAND-up comedy, SOCIAL conflict, TEMPERAMENT |
| Abstract: |
This article highlights Larry David, a Brooklyn-raised comedian known for his acid-tongued and funny Jewish humor. Alongside other Brooklyn Jews like Mel Brooks, Woody Allen, and Joan Rivers, David used comedy to address dark subjects, including Jewish oppression. While many Jewish comedians have moved away from this focus, David remains one of the few who defies Hollywood's "wokeness" and mocks all people, including himself. The article also provides an overview of David's life and career, including his involvement in creating the successful show Seinfeld. It explores the differences between David and Jerry Seinfeld's comedic styles and characters on the show, as well as David's subsequent projects, such as Curb Your Enthusiasm. The final season of Curb Your Enthusiasm is described as more explicitly political, but the author still admires David's comedic talent and humanistic approach. [Extracted from the article] |
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MAS Ultra - School Edition |
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