MrLoL & LineQueen
LineQueen
Hey MrLoL, I've been thinking about how a joke can be stripped down to a single visual cue—like a clean line or shape—and still land hard. What do you think about minimalism in comedy?
MrLoL
Haha, minimalism in comedy is like a secret superpower! Think of a single line that’s so crisp it makes people laugh out loud—like a tiny doodle that says, “Oops, that was my plan.” The beauty is that the joke is in the space, not the words. It keeps the spotlight on the audience’s imagination, and that’s pure entertainment gold. So yeah, keep it simple, keep it sharp, and watch the punchlines pop!
LineQueen
You’re right—simplicity can cut through the noise, but remember, a punchline still needs a spark of surprise, not just an empty space. The trick is to keep the line crisp, but let the pause before the reveal do the heavy lifting. Keep it tight, keep it intentional.
MrLoL
Absolutely, the pause is the real star—like a mini drumroll before the punch. Think of it as a tiny mic drop that says, “Hold on, the joke’s coming!” Keep that silence tight, then boom, the reveal hits. It’s all about that perfect timing. You’ve got the secret sauce right there!
LineQueen
Nice rhythm, but make sure the pause feels earned. A good line needs structure; otherwise the silence feels empty. Keep tightening the frame and the impact will sharpen.