In my mind, Mr. Show is one of the most underrated sketch comedies ever produced and David Cross is one of the most underrated comedians living today. The above skit is proof. It's got everything: an absurd premise, potential to become overtly offensive, and just enough dose of reality to counter the fantasy.
Indeed, Drugachusettes would be a miserable children's show if actually produced. As I point out time and time again here, absurdity is by no means a guarantee that it isn't going to happen. If some misguided proponent for hallucinogens did decide to create a show for kids trying to raise awareness about the benefits thereof, I imagine it would look like this.
Herein lies the genius of Mr. Show. It may be silly, but not impossibly silly — and laughable if it came to pass. I miss that show.
1 comments:
Oh this is hilarious!