CUSTARD PIE HUMOR Meaning and
Definition
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Custard pie humor is a style of comedy that involves physical slapstick antics, often including the throwing or smashing of a custard pie into someone's face. The term "custard pie" refers to a dessert made with a filling of sweetened, thickened cream or milk. The humor derived from this act is based on the unexpectedness and absurdity of the situation, as well as the exaggerated reactions of the recipient and the onlookers.
Custard pie humor originated in vaudeville and comedic silent films of the early 20th century, popularized by comedians such as Charlie Chaplin, Laurel and Hardy, and the Three Stooges. The act of throwing a custard pie became a trademark physical gag that added comedic value to their performances.
This form of humor is often used to relieve tension or lighten the mood in comedic entertainment. Its purpose is to elicit laughter from the audience through the spectacle of physical comedy and the humiliation of the person being pied. It can also serve as a satirical tool, mocking authority figures or pompous individuals. While custard pie humor is traditionally associated with visual comedy, it can also be used metaphorically or figuratively to describe any kind of unexpected, absurd, or slapstick humor that aims to entertain and amuse the audience.
Common Misspellings for CUSTARD PIE HUMOR
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