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A genre of film in which the main emphasis is on humor.

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What is the relationship between "multi-camera" and laugh tracks?

This article on the decline of laugh tracks twice contrasts "multi-camera sitcoms" with sitcoms that use laugh tracks. Is that literal? I.e., is there a custom or technical reason that sitcoms with …
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Why are stand-up comedians using corded microphones? [closed]

I've watched a smattering of Netflix productions of stand-up comedians from the last five years and I'm confused: Why are they using corded microphones on stage? I'm almost certain it's not for techn …
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Are shows with laugh tracks considered a lower form of comedy by the TV industry?

Or are laugh-track sitcoms considered equally legitimate forms of the art that can be as demanding as any other comedy? … Would producers be surprised to hear that a writer or actor rejected a job with a comedy solely based on the show having a laugh track? …
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