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🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Love Lessons to Feel Young Again

Angelo Mellone's innovative approach to discussing modern love through his one-man show 'Ripetizioni d'amore' seeks to navigate the complexities of contemporary romantic relationships.

Mar 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Mark Normand says late night is 'dying' — how the stand-up comic keeps up in a changing comedy scene

Comedian Mark Normand discusses the challenges of modern comedy and the decline of late-night shows in an increasingly polarized culture.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The "Short Circuit" of Living Today Manages to Make You Laugh

Leonardo Manera presents his comedic show 'Short Circuit' that explores the contradictions of modern life at the Teatro Manzoni.

Mar 10 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bruno Jonas at the Artist House: A Bit Too Yesterday

Comedian Bruno Jonas presents his new solo program 'Klappe halten' at a sold-out venue in Munich, discussing the complexities of modern identities and political dichotomies.

Mar 5 • 13:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

GALLERY: Postimees special screening brought film enthusiasts and the cast of 'Säärane mulk' to Ülemiste Apollo cinema

A special screening of the comedy 'Säärane mulk' took place at the Ülemiste Apollo cinema in Estonia, featuring the cast and crew as they introduced a modern interpretation of a classic play.

Feb 26 • 11:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Moses parts the Red Sea — and breaks the fourth wall

A new comedy series, 'The Promised Land,' offers a modern twist on the biblical story of Moses, presenting him as a relatable character in a mockumentary style similar to 'The Office.'

Feb 23 • 15:59 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
Life & Tech

Review: No Other Choice is impossible to predict

A review of Park Chan-wook's film 'No Other Choice', highlighting its blend of dark comedy, thriller elements, and commentary on modern job hunting.

Feb 18 • 22:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The Background of Weird Comedy [Dokkdo! Korean Society]

The article discusses the notorious stand-up joke 'The Aristocrats' and its implications on societal views of the upper class, framed as a critique of modern media.

Feb 11 • 20:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

New Academic Books on February 6th

A summary of three new academic books exploring modern spaces, intimate strangeness, and Dante's 'Divine Comedy' for contemporary self-reflection.

Feb 5 • 11:21 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Vannacci the boasting soldier, a pop version of Miles Gloriosus

The article discusses the modern interpretation of the ancient comedic character Miles Gloriosus, comparing him to contemporary figures like Vannacci.

Feb 4 • 09:56 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Jay Leno laments that modern comedy is overshadowed by the 'outrageous' society we live in

Jay Leno expressed that modern comedy feels overshadowed by the outrageous nature of today's society, especially during Donald Trump's presidency.

Jan 14 • 16:46 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Comedy, earthly and divine / When you no longer understand current news, read Dante

The article discusses the author's struggle to adapt to 21st-century realities, feeling out of place in modern political discourse.

Jan 10 • 08:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Action adventure with 'amazing' cast and Harry Potter star as the bad guy on E4 tonight

The article discusses the airing of 'The Lost City' featuring Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum on E4, which is described as a modern rom-com reminiscent of 80s classics.

Jan 4 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Corriere della Sera
Life & Tech

Cate Blanchett: "I have many desires, they all start with the letter 'p'" | Photo

Cate Blanchett discusses her desires for peace and positivity while addressing the complexities of modern life, especially as a mother and activist, in the context of her upcoming independent comedy at Cannes that critiques global political failures.

May 11 • 08:13 UTC

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