There are two ways to truly successful irony. The first one is exaggeration. Subtlety is for sissies, real pros push it. Include every available stereotype and as much blunt generalization as you possibly can. Use obvious visuals and straightforward language and one to explain the other. A single extreme example is not gonna do it, one cheesy comment doesn't get your point across - remember to take it to the limit. And then one step further.
The second key to savvy sarcasm is of course to tell your audience that they have just been punked. Don't take a risk, don't let your irony pass unnoticed. Not everybody is as smart as you are, some folks just need a bit of support so make sure you draw the conclusions for them. Ensure everybody knows what a witty wag you are by telling them what a witty wag you are.
See, its really easy. After all, its irony, not rocket science.
PS: In case you didn't notice: This was ironic. The video. The viral site.
And the above paragraph. Just to make sure...
Now go and turn of your PC (or Mac for that matter) and every single one of your 50 light switches and save the earth. Cause thats pretty damn serious.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
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1 comment:
tee-hee. love it moni.
you rock.
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