The Simpsons' dry, absurdist wit has clear roots in this short film directed by
and starring Matt Groening's father, Homer Groening.
and starring Matt Groening's father, Homer Groening.
Homer Groening's "Basic Brown Basic Blue" (1969)
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I despised The Simpsons. I'll sound like a close-minded old fart, but when it first aired I could foresee the decay of family structure (respect for father). I wouldn't let my kids watch it. They're grown now, and hardly ever miss an episode. But that's ok because they are adults. Interestingly, they don't (/didn't) let their kids watch it.
Interesting, if you read the first post, it seems Matt was influenced by his Dad's film making and sense of humor. I think his Dad was proud of Matt's TV work.
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I hope he's still proud.
Dunno, he died in 1996. I just meant that I think it is a matter of our individual sense of humor rather than a generational thing. I feel the same way you do.... about South park.
