I can do comedy, so people want me to do that, but the other side of comedy is depression. Deep, deep depression is the flip side of comedy. Casting agents don't realize it but in order to be funny you have to have that other side.

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This quote suggests that there is a connection between comedy and depression. The speaker states that in order to be funny, one must also experience deep levels of sadness. They imply that comedy and depression are two sides of the same coin, and that casting agents may not understand this. It highlights the idea that humor can often serve as a coping mechanism for individuals grappling with underlying pain or sadness.

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