Quote by Atom Egoyan

That is where the irony of the film comes off, in terms of the language it employs - where he tries desperately to be a 'TV Dad,' to give advice and it's so pat it becomes ridiculous.

That is where the irony of the film comes off, in terms of t

Summary

This quote highlights the irony present in the film's use of language, specifically the character's attempts to act as a typical "TV Dad" by giving advice. However, the advice is overly simplistic and contrived, reaching a point where it becomes absurd. This irony emphasizes the dissonance between the character's aspirations and their actual effectiveness, ultimately revealing the comedic or satirical element of the film's depiction of the character's attempts at mentoring.

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By Atom Egoyan

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