Laughing in the cultural industry is mockery of happiness.

Theodor W. Adorno
Laughing in the cultural industry is mockery of happiness.
Laughing in the cultural industry is mockery of happiness.
Laughing in the cultural industry is mockery of happiness.
Laughing in the cultural industry is mockery of happiness.
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In the movie industry, laughing is the norm. It’s not uncommon to see a crew of people on a movie set laughing uncontrollably. However, it’s time to change the mentality of the industry. Unless you believe in being happy, laugh at yourself and laugh with others, it’s a form of mockery.

Religious groups have been using humor to say what they think through comedy skits for centuries. Whether you agree with their message or not, they are breaking new ground by using humor instead of preaching.

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