University Observer
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9th October 2015
Distorting Reality: How Unique is Irish Comedy?
Whenever discussions around television comedy arise, two distinct styles are often pitted against each other: British and American. British comedy champions the downtrodden, all-too-human hero, while American comedy offers a more positive and uplifting outlook on life. Irish comedy, much in the vein of its British counterpart, also stems from a culture of negativity, but is there anything unique about it?