Armando Iannucci, Jess Phillips and Jan Ravens on Satire in an Age of Absurdity
Intelligence Squared
The Blurred Lines of Satire and Politics
This chapter explores how the improvisational nature of 'The Thick of It' reflects real political situations, blurring lines between satire and legislation. It discusses the current challenges of creating political comedy in an exaggerated reality, particularly in the US and UK. The speakers examine the evolving rules of satire, constraints faced by creators, and the diminishing support for bold comedic voices in today's media landscape.
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