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Funny Movie Quotes

On writing comedy, acting in it, and movies that truly stick.

These quotes look at what makes a funny movie work, from a comedian rejecting labels around gender and humor to praise for a film like 'A Christmas Story' that endures beyond its jokes. See more on the Funny quotes page.

It's a rare film that has staying power. 'A Christmas Story' is not just a funny movie but something that connects with people.

Quotes by Peter Billingsley

I've never set out to write a funny movie or be a funny comedian as a woman. I am a woman. I don't really have a choice in the matter. My goal is just to be funny.

Quotes by Maya Rudolph

A good actor is someone who knows how to take the part and make it real and make it honest and be effective in it. If it's in a funny movie and, as long as they are cast in an...

Quotes by Ivan Reitman

I really hate misunderstandings - to a degree that it's hard for me to watch sitcoms, or any kind of funny movie where there's, like, this big mishap, or miscommunication. It gives me such anxiety that I almost can't make...

Quotes by Emily Meade

Big Quotes

'A Bug's Life' is a really funny movie and the characters have such different personalities. The movie is happy and then gets really sad and I'm like, W'hoa, I'm feeling this way and this movie is about bugs!'

Quotes by Booboo Stewart

Frequently Asked Questions

Does one comedian reject the idea of being "funny for a woman"?
Yes, one speaker says they never aimed to write comedy or be funny specifically because they're a woman, insisting their only real goal was simply being funny.
What makes an actor good within a funny movie, according to these quotes?
One quote argues that good acting in comedy still requires honesty and realism, even when the humor itself is doing a lot of the work - skill in a funny movie isn't just about landing jokes. See more on the Good quotes page.
Why is "A Christmas Story" mentioned as more than just a funny movie?
One quote credits its staying power to connecting with audiences on a deeper level, arguing it endures precisely because it's more than a string of jokes. Explore Funny quotes for related takes on comedy.
Do these quotes describe discomfort with certain funny movies?
Yes, one speaker admits that cringe-based comedy built on awkward mishaps and miscommunication causes them real anxiety rather than laughter, showing not everyone enjoys that style of humor. See related reactions on the Feeling quotes page.
What overall view of comedy do these quotes share?
Together they suggest good comedy depends on honesty, connection, and personal taste rather than gender or a single formula, and that not every comedic style lands the same way for every viewer.

One quote even admits that cringe-based comedy, built on mishaps and miscommunication, can trigger real discomfort rather than laughter. Explore Good quotes or Feeling quotes for related reactions.