The ‘Inside Amy Schumer: Compliments’ Video Plays on I
Jennifer Gosnell — May 23, 2013 — Pop Culture
References: buzzfeed
The ‘Inside Amy Schumer: Compliments’ sketch on Comedy Central plays on the notion of people awkwardly using self-deprecation to put themselves down in the face of a compliment.
Former SNL alum, Amy Schumer meets up with her friends in the video and they make hilarious and somewhat off-color remarks about their personal appearance or life situations. Quotes include, “I look like a golden retriever’s dingle-berry,” and “of course I see everyone when I look like Susan Boyle’s toothbrush.” The video takes on the task of pointing out the ridiculousness of lengths that some people go to to avoid accepting a compliment. The video ultimately ends with someone saying a simple “thank you,” and the rest of the group dying from the shock of it.
Former SNL alum, Amy Schumer meets up with her friends in the video and they make hilarious and somewhat off-color remarks about their personal appearance or life situations. Quotes include, “I look like a golden retriever’s dingle-berry,” and “of course I see everyone when I look like Susan Boyle’s toothbrush.” The video takes on the task of pointing out the ridiculousness of lengths that some people go to to avoid accepting a compliment. The video ultimately ends with someone saying a simple “thank you,” and the rest of the group dying from the shock of it.
Trend Themes
1. Humorous Self-deprecation - Opportunity to create comedic content that highlights the absurdity of downplaying compliments.
Industry Implications
1. Comedy Entertainment - Potential for comedy TV shows, online videos, and stand-up acts that explore the humor in self-deprecating remarks.
2. Psychology - Opportunity for psychologists and therapists to examine the psychological reasons behind self-deprecation and its impact on individuals.
3. Advertising - Possibility for brands to incorporate self-deprecating humor in their marketing campaigns to connect with consumers who resonate with this type of humor.
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