Quote by Colin Hanks

Religion theme aside, most of the time I'm in some sort of comedy and I'm a straight man and it's really just, let's wind this guy up and see him explode.

Religion theme aside, most of the time I'm in some sort of c

Summary

This quote suggests that the individual often finds themselves in humorous situations, playing the role of the serious and rational character. They perceive their role in comedy as a target for provocation, where others intentionally provoke them to elicit an explosive reaction. Despite any religious undertones, this quote emphasizes the repetitive nature of being the straight man in comedic scenarios and the anticipation of the comedic payoff when tension builds and the individual eventually explodes with a humorous reaction.

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Religion

By Colin Hanks

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