JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Uncancelable Larry David.

  • Published In: Time International - South Pacific Edition, 2024, v. 203, n. 5-6. P. 62 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Berman, Judy 3 of 3

Abstract

Larry David, the creator and star of the TV show Curb Your Enthusiasm, has managed to avoid being "canceled" despite his politically incorrect and offensive humor. While other comedians have faced backlash for their jokes, David's character on the show, also named Larry David, has been able to provoke without endorsing bigotry or injustice. The show's misanthropic humor, which satirizes the self-involvement of its characters, has resonated with audiences. David's indifference to cancellation and his refusal to conform to trends have made him a beloved figure, especially in the era of social media outrage. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time International - South Pacific Edition. 2024/02, Vol. 203, Issue 5-6, p62
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0818-0628
  • Accession Number:175488061
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of Time International - South Pacific Edition is the property of TIME USA, LLC and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.