The Slapstick The phrase comes from the ‘slapstick’ — a club-like object composed of two wooden slats. When struck it produces a loud smacking noise. Actors.

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The Slapstick The phrase comes from the ‘slapstick’ — a club-like object composed of two wooden slats. When struck it produces a loud smacking noise. Actors can then hit one another repeatedly with great audible effect while causing no actual physical contact.

- Boisterous Comedies - Light and humorous dramas - Involves an enormous amount of exaggeration…

WALT: Understand the characteristics of Slapstick Comedy. Classic Slapstick WALT: Understand the characteristics of Slapstick Comedy.

So what are the characteristics of a slapstick comedy? (write each of them down, there are 7 of them)

Improbable Situations

Practical Jokes

Chases

Unrealistic Action

Extreme Physicality

Comical Trips or Collisions

Exaggerated Violence

Modern Slapstick

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