Quebec humor is still popular. Digital platforms have understood very well that a good laugh is always a winner. You don’t have to be live, surrounded by people, and in the dark to have fun. Here are some fun numbers to consume without moderation.
2 minutes to be funny – parts 1 and 2
Some comedians have the luxury of coming up with a funny story, telling a crescendo anecdote, and delivering a “punch” after a few minutes. That is not the case here. Each aspiring artist who picks up the mic has 120 seconds to amuse the audience. In a true race against time, every word and picture counts. You have to hit the target fast and above all stand out from the other comedians (there are 15 per game) to win the favor of the spectators. A great way to discover new faces.
►Available on Crave.
Mathieu Dufour at the Bell Center
Photo courtesy of Netflix
Many artists would dream of headlining the Bell Center, of affording the home of the Montreal Canadiens one night. There are also many who would love to see their show on Netflix. Mathieu Dufour is entitled to both privileges. After cheering up people in the amphitheater last July, he wants to do the same in their living room, thanks in part to his fashion expert and his anecdote at McDonald’s. Its unique and enhanced proposal is in its image. In short, everything to please those who are tired of “conventional” proposals.
►Watch on Netflix.
The big, well-cooked ComediHa!
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Comedians aren’t afraid to poke fun at the failings of our society or poke fun at themselves. So it’s just the return of the pendulum when artists take aim at them and decide to laugh at them… In all humility, several stars have agreed to have their skins peeled for around 90 minutes. The youngest to be sent to the lion’s den: Martin Matte, Normand Brathwaite, Michel— Barrette and Cathy Gauthier. Good players, these comedians listen to what their peers think of them. Since all shots are allowed, it’s better to laugh…
►Shown on True.
Yannick De Martino: Dalmatians are huge on land
Photo by Facebook @monsieurYannickDeMartino
Absurd humor sticks to Yannick De Martino’s skin. The young man takes part in such diverse TV projects as comedy shows, web series, commercials and even sports productions. His reflections, often destabilizing but oh so amusing, follow the same path. Simple in appearance, his unique sense of humor is full of qualities. In his first solo show, it’s questioning time and all themes happen. The artist describes himself as “like everyone else” because he only knows one species of butterfly: the monarch, he admits. Refreshing.
►Available on Tou.tv Extra.
►Also in podcast format on Ohdio.
LOL: Who will have the last laugh?
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When Patrick Huard has left La Tour he certainly shouldn’t be resting on his laurels. Success, he still wants to taste. And why not rely on two of his strengths: humor and animation. So he directs a new reality show with a very simple $100,000 jackpot: In the same loft, 10 people don’t have to laugh for six hours while everyone is antics. Among the participants we find Arnaud Soly, Christine Morency and Laurent Paquin. No, the six-episode role isn’t pre-won.
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