Throw_away_migratorJul 30, 2023

What movies, books or tv shows are meant to spoof/parody a particular genre while actually being a great example of the genre?

https://lemmy.world/post/2362721

What movies, books or tv shows are meant to spoof/parody a particular genre while actually being a great example of the genre? - Lemmy.world

The 3 that come to mind for me are Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz and The Princess Bride. All three are poking fun at their respective genres but also are great examples of the genre. I’m curious if Lemmy has other such examples.

Show threadMushuChupacabraJul 30, 2023
The Orville. Homage more than parody I’d say.
Show threadBlamemetaJul 30, 2023
Better Star Trek than a lot of actual Star Trek
Show threadyukichigaiJul 30, 2023
After watching Season 2 of The Orville I’m of the opinion that Seth MacFarlane should be put in charge of the next mainline Star Trek series. The man truly gets Roddenberry’s vision.
Show threadKingJalopy Jul 30, 2023
Damn, really?? I never watched it because I can’t stand McFarlane but I have loved trek my whole life. I figured it would be a family guy version of Star trek.
Show threadTippon
The humour in the first season can be a bit forced, and it can feel like they’re stopping the show for the scheduled joke, but it’s worth sticking with 👍
Jul 30, 2023 at 1:23pmWeb