Why Most Comedy Articles Fail the ‘Obsession’ Test
The One Simple Shift That Makes Short Sketches and Articles Unforgettable
I’m writing and producing a mini-mockumentary for FunnyCon this week. It’s not a comedy sketch, so to speak. It’ll probably be 3-5 minutes long but meant to feel like a full documentary.
As a result, a key comedy principle has been on my mind, one that’s critical for any comedy that’s 3-5 minutes long.
The principle: staying on track.
Staying on track mean…




