slapstick humor

Slapstick humor is a style of comedy that relies on exaggerated physical actions, such as pratfalls, collisions, and comedic accidents, to entertain. It often involves characters experiencing comically over-the-top mishaps, like slipping on banana peels or getting hit with objects, which evoke laughter through their absurdity and surprise. This form of humor emphasizes visual, often exaggerated, physicality over dialogue or complex plots, creating a universal and easily understandable form of comedy that appeals across cultures and age groups. Its roots date back to silent films and theatrical acts, emphasizing timing and visual gags for comedic effect.