This is truly such an insightful and enjoyable video. Rowan Atkinson is such a brilliant man and truthfully as are all of the pioneers of staple comedy. One of my favorite bits is starting at 27:52. As Mr. Atkinson was saying, I am so invested in what I'm watching and after repeatedly seeing a chair be moved over or break as you sit down (as that's the joke) I am fully expecting that chair to move/break (at some point) but it doesn't causing it to be even funnier. It's because although I know in real life that a chair won't move and shouldn't move and therefore as he sat should not be funny... It is. It's because of his little smile and nod to the audience saying "I know what you're thinking" or how he leans back with his leg up so confidently as he imitates someone who knows that we just watched people falling off/breaking chairs... But don't worry silly audience, that's just in the movies. Therefore when it doesn't happen you truly find yourself waiting... Almost longing for the punch line so that after it happens you can say "I knew it!" and laugh... Yet at the same time if you're left with the curiosity of 'if' and 'when' it's much like a child's anticipation growing for a present to be opened on Christmas to see if he got what he wanted or not. I can not truly articulate just how incredible all of these artists are for their perceptions and abilities for being able to do what they do and be so insightful to the human condition. Because we all innately have it, but only some can truly put it into words, let alone teach it. Such an incredible video.
And then after doing this Drama/Comedy, Mr. Rowan Atkinson based his life's biggest gag "Mr. Bean" on "Kevin" and was recognized by everyone on the planet and won the hearts of everyone a like and continuous to do so for the upcoming generations. If Chaplin was the master, and the 3 Stooges continued Chaplin's work of art with some dialogue, BEEN (Rowan Atkinson) took a step back with small talk and has been the Genius of our lifetime in comedy.
@@KazzamPsycho is there a word for this? Something that both informs competently, yet at the same time, parodies other instances of the very format that the media is set?
Chaplin's style isn't as relevant today because it is fairly challenging for the audience to relate to the silent film era, a war-torn world and such extreme financial depravity showcased in his films. No matter what though, Chaplin's style remains the most studied and explored in the modern times, for he lead a revolution of sorts. I also don't think there's anyone who hasn't at least watched a few clips of his.
Chaplin is the ultimate. It is like we have gotten less sophisticated! His act did everything... for the kids, grown-ups...amused men or women... the artistically inclined, the boisterously loud... the cinema goers, the home theatre buffs... for the one who looked for a message; and the one who wanted to forget it all!!
It’s a half-shoot or a semi-work, however you want to phrase it. In the generation since this appeared, Chaplin, Keaton and, yes, Langdon have been re-embraced by my comedy students.
he actually realized british jokes and roles like blackadder etc was too high intellect for everyone to understand, maybe that's why as a true comedian at heart, he changed his strategy.. to a format where even a baby could laugh watching him-a visual comedy
Atkinson is right to lambast academics that attempt to define comedy or identify underlying structures. You simply can’t pin down what is funny. Being funny is not so much a formula as it is spontaneous and what is funny at one point in time might not resonate in another. On the other hand, Rowans mastery of facial expressions and physical comedy are quite unique. Also those Terry Gilliam cartoons made me titter. There was in fact a BBC series from a university don called Seriously Funny which I believe was an attempt to academify humour but I don’t remember if it was any good - I suspect it was bollocks though.
9:35 I am almost certain I have stepped into an alternate universe. I am being schooled on comedy by a comedian who doesn't speak. 14:44 So you are telling me we have an innate joy from peek-a-boo lol
I think it was Charlie Chaplin that pioneered a form of physical comedy that is, in essence, a bait-n-switch (I can't remember the actual name of it). 1: The set up. The audience sees someone walking on the sidewalk towards a banana peel. 2: Expectations. The audience now knows the set up and know what the delivery is going to be...walking person steps on banana peel, slips and falls down. 3: Unexpected delivery. Just before walking person steps on banana peel, he is hit with a wrecking ball or the peel explodes like a landmine or the banana peel screams in pain from being stepped on...then asks walking man if he's got a spare cigarette. Combining physical/visual comedy with the verbal element can complement one another in the most unexpected and delightful ways. For excellent examples of what has been discussed in this video and what I described, I'd like to recommend the following movies; Top Secret, Hot Shots, Airplane is always a good one and finally Scary Movie.
Apparently "Turning one thing into another" translates to Gedaanteveranderingen in this language (dutch, is it?) Do you people not space out your words?
For me, visual comedy is rarely as funny as verbal comedy. At the beginning, Hugh Laurie, dressed as a police officer, wiggles his legs for 15 seconds...mildly entertaining. Exclaiming: "This job of mostly leg work"...Hilarious! Nearer to the end, the baton battle, barely funny. The woodpecker joke, funny. Verbal humor almost always wins out for me.
I guess it's mainly a matter of personal taste, but slapstick has definitely declined in popularity over time, as audiences became a bit more sophisticated. Personally, I liked physical comedy a lot more as a kid, but grew out of it, and tend to find adults that laugh out loud at pratfalls and comedy violence to be a bit dim. Rowan, of course, is an absolute master at clowning, and I still laugh at some of his physical routines, but I definitely prefer his wordplay in Blackadder over his Mr Bean and Johnny English stuff.
Thankyou oh for so much-needed mind laughing. I have this opportunity to learn from you. I also have this opportunity to tell you how much you are loved. From ,,,,Shoe Clicker... East End Bethnal Green 36 Bishops Road 1897.
never thought I'd see a masterclass on physical comedy by the legend himself 👍
Laughing while learning.. they should use these techniques in schools
Thats Rowan Atkinson
Education has been a joke for years.
I watched this so many times as a kid, now I'm a part time comedian. Thank you Rowan.
This is so impressive. Rowan Atkinson is a genius
never knew so many aspect of comedy, undoubtedly a living legend.
久々の「ローワンアトキンソンinコメディ」を観ました。ローワンアトキンソンさんが「Mr.ビーン」の時と同じテーマで演じてるシーンが多く観られました。今でも笑えます。😆🤣😆🤣😆🤣ローワンアトキンソンさんはコメディの天才です。😁
This might be the best parody ever written while teaching what might be the best ever masterclass on comedy. A comedic documentary, perhaps?
That last sentence changed everything though
I can't tell you how grateful I am, I have been searching for this for YEARS. :)
This is truly such an insightful and enjoyable video. Rowan Atkinson is such a brilliant man and truthfully as are all of the pioneers of staple comedy. One of my favorite bits is starting at 27:52. As Mr. Atkinson was saying, I am so invested in what I'm watching and after repeatedly seeing a chair be moved over or break as you sit down (as that's the joke) I am fully expecting that chair to move/break (at some point) but it doesn't causing it to be even funnier. It's because although I know in real life that a chair won't move and shouldn't move and therefore as he sat should not be funny... It is. It's because of his little smile and nod to the audience saying "I know what you're thinking" or how he leans back with his leg up so confidently as he imitates someone who knows that we just watched people falling off/breaking chairs... But don't worry silly audience, that's just in the movies. Therefore when it doesn't happen you truly find yourself waiting... Almost longing for the punch line so that after it happens you can say "I knew it!" and laugh... Yet at the same time if you're left with the curiosity of 'if' and 'when' it's much like a child's anticipation growing for a present to be opened on Christmas to see if he got what he wanted or not. I can not truly articulate just how incredible all of these artists are for their perceptions and abilities for being able to do what they do and be so insightful to the human condition. Because we all innately have it, but only some can truly put it into words, let alone teach it. Such an incredible video.
Cool
Аткинсон великолепен !!!
Rowan Atkinson is today the master of visual comedy
A truly wonderful comedian. Would love to see more of these from the series.
I absolutely adore Rowan to the moon and back. Been watching him for the longest time.
Thankyou so much Rowan...
This is a brilliant find. I love Rowan, and this is like a good Ted talk. Or masters thesis.
great class! I've watched it I guess twice or three times. Rowan is great
This is a very complete essay or dissertation on comedy. Well-explained and thorough.
All while being a comedy itself. What a guy!
Thank you, Rowan and colleagues! You've been the greatest performers of the art.
And then after doing this Drama/Comedy, Mr. Rowan Atkinson based his life's biggest gag "Mr. Bean" on "Kevin" and was recognized by everyone on the planet and won the hearts of everyone a like and continuous to do so for the upcoming generations.
If Chaplin was the master, and the 3 Stooges continued Chaplin's work of art with some dialogue, BEEN (Rowan Atkinson) took a step back with small talk and has been the Genius of our lifetime in comedy.
This is basically the theory preparation for Mr. Bean
well M.Bean sums up all those techniques
"so if you like, you can ignore everything I've said" -Rowan Atkinson
this is incredible. thanks for uploading!
I love chaplen I actually still laugh at his jokes and i am 19 years old
It's chiplan*
😆😆👍
Why does age matter? Comedy isnt restricted by age
If its rowan i will watch it. Legendary comedian
mr bean holiday was good
Absolutely fantastic, thank you and your fellow comedians. Utterly amazing 👏
This man is the legend of legends...
The physical comedian is not only indestructible, he also has the last word.
Don't know how long I've been looking for this video for. Thanks for posting!
And while Rowan Atkinson is explaining the components of comedy he is making fun of Carl Sagan explaining which books to read
.... and then there was Spike Milligan, the only man I know capable of doing visual comedy on the radio. The Goon Show contains many examples.
Visual comedy on the radio?
I need to -see- hear this!
True, but might I add Chech and Chong? I'm specifically thinking of the "I'm glad I didn't step in it" sketch.
4:30 His zelfvoldaanheid face makes me happy.
I genuinely don't know if he is trolling, or actually giving an actual video lecture to actual Oxford comedians.
its a piss take spoof :)
Both. That's why this is great.
Yes.
@@KazzamPsycho is there a word for this? Something that both informs competently, yet at the same time, parodies other instances of the very format that the media is set?
@@EvilGremlin100 no clue!
Chaplin's style isn't as relevant today because it is fairly challenging for the audience to relate to the silent film era, a war-torn world and such extreme financial depravity showcased in his films. No matter what though, Chaplin's style remains the most studied and explored in the modern times, for he lead a revolution of sorts. I also don't think there's anyone who hasn't at least watched a few clips of his.
Chaplin is the ultimate. It is like we have gotten less sophisticated! His act did everything... for the kids, grown-ups...amused men or women... the artistically inclined, the boisterously loud... the cinema goers, the home theatre buffs... for the one who looked for a message; and the one who wanted to forget it all!!
4:22 best expressions❤️😄
That was great!
Thank u so much scapino
Amazing
41:47 Don't think this bit would be happen in a 2021 comedy
Grandiose!
barely two minutes in and I'm already laughing my arse off
Hacker news brought me here
thanks for sharing especially since it has dutch subtitles
Sono una fan di atkinson da sempre. Peccato non aver trovato la traduzione in italiano. Sarebbe davvero utile. Lo trovo davvero unico e geniale.
Behind the scenery
It’s a half-shoot or a semi-work, however you want to phrase it. In the generation since this appeared, Chaplin, Keaton and, yes, Langdon have been re-embraced by my comedy students.
lovrly
Young Lynne Benfield.
hi fellow classmates
who
Today is Sunday
Gotta learn from the best right😉
chapplin make me crack up
So Mr. Bean's first name must be Kevin 😉
Years of exposure to ironic humor has totally destroyed my ability to appreciate high comedy :(
What do you mean?
Brilliant!! HAHAHAHAHAH I wish he'd used Three Stooges footage!
14:59 Hey look the Germans and the soviets are at it again.
Cosmos - From Rowan Sagan
When was this film made?
It was broadcast by the BBC as part of the series 'Funny Business' in 1992. Wikipedia has a decent write-up if you're interested.
he actually realized british jokes and roles like blackadder etc was too high intellect for everyone to understand, maybe that's why as a true comedian at heart, he changed his strategy.. to a format where even a baby could laugh watching him-a visual comedy
Atkinson is right to lambast academics that attempt to define comedy or identify underlying structures. You simply can’t pin down what is funny. Being funny is not so much a formula as it is spontaneous and what is funny at one point in time might not resonate in another. On the other hand, Rowans mastery of facial expressions and physical comedy are quite unique. Also those Terry Gilliam cartoons made me titter.
There was in fact a BBC series from a university don called Seriously Funny which I believe was an attempt to academify humour but I don’t remember if it was any good - I suspect it was bollocks though.
Ho to be human 101
When?!
What?!
🥳
Evolution of mr bean
oh ya
4:49 Mr Bean
9:35 I am almost certain I have stepped into an alternate universe. I am being schooled on comedy by a comedian who doesn't speak.
14:44 So you are telling me we have an innate joy from peek-a-boo lol
I think it was Charlie Chaplin that pioneered a form of physical comedy that is, in essence, a bait-n-switch (I can't remember the actual name of it). 1: The set up. The audience sees someone walking on the sidewalk towards a banana peel. 2: Expectations. The audience now knows the set up and know what the delivery is going to be...walking person steps on banana peel, slips and falls down. 3: Unexpected delivery. Just before walking person steps on banana peel, he is hit with a wrecking ball or the peel explodes like a landmine or the banana peel screams in pain from being stepped on...then asks walking man if he's got a spare cigarette. Combining physical/visual comedy with the verbal element can complement one another in the most unexpected and delightful ways. For excellent examples of what has been discussed in this video and what I described, I'd like to recommend the following movies; Top Secret, Hot Shots, Airplane is always a good one and finally Scary Movie.
Apparently "Turning one thing into another" translates to Gedaanteveranderingen in this language (dutch, is it?)
Do you people not space out your words?
@Tobias Bulk As a German, that's an amusing thing to think of. What our space exploration future looks like in the light of that... Oh dear
Why make words into more words ?
@@AngelitaPreciosa88 exactly, it's one word both ways. Veränderung in German is the same meaning basically to change something to something else.
For me, visual comedy is rarely as funny as verbal comedy. At the beginning, Hugh Laurie, dressed as a police officer, wiggles his legs for 15 seconds...mildly entertaining. Exclaiming: "This job of mostly leg work"...Hilarious! Nearer to the end, the baton battle, barely funny. The woodpecker joke, funny. Verbal humor almost always wins out for me.
I guess it's mainly a matter of personal taste, but slapstick has definitely declined in popularity over time, as audiences became a bit more sophisticated. Personally, I liked physical comedy a lot more as a kid, but grew out of it, and tend to find adults that laugh out loud at pratfalls and comedy violence to be a bit dim. Rowan, of course, is an absolute master at clowning, and I still laugh at some of his physical routines, but I definitely prefer his wordplay in Blackadder over his Mr Bean and Johnny English stuff.
The nazi copper bit was brilliant
Deutschland uber alles in the backgound 🤣
12:02 🤣🤣
The presenter is obviously a Carl Sagan inpro.
The Benny Hill library……Ha
2:30
Is it on 3:35 hugh laurie?
Apparently this was before Mr Bean, right?
Yup
10:07 HE STOLE THAT FROM ANIMATOR320!
Thankyou oh for so much-needed mind laughing.
I have this opportunity to learn from you.
I also have this opportunity to tell you how much you are loved.
From ,,,,Shoe Clicker... East End Bethnal Green 36 Bishops Road 1897.
I suspect the German subtitles are all jokes. As in not actual German.
You are correct to say they aren't actually German. The subtitles are in Dutch, which some might say is the comedy version of German.
31:05 "hardly anyone laughs at him now" WRONG !!!!!!!!! HOW COULD YOU MAKE SUCH A TERRIBLE MISTAKE !!!!!!!!!
Quality humour stands the test of time.
The 'direct' approach has not aged well
The Professor sought to eliminate the actor once he had no more use for the man now that his lesson was recorded and complete.
god this is so not funny at all