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Originally Posted by Cecil Terwilliger
I don't think 99% of comedies deserve to be there, especially something like Bridesmaids, at least for the BP category.
Screenplay, editing and acting? Sure I could see the odd comedy getting in. Thing is, most comedies nowadays are downright stupid. That's not to say they aren't enjoyable or funny, they're just shamlessly stupid. Last comedy I can think of that deserved a nod or two was Bad Santa. Billy Bob for acting for sure.
I could see some of the smarter comedies making it. Royal Tenanbaums, In Bruges etc but I don't think that's the kind of movies you were referring to.
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No, I'm with you. Those last 2 examples are the kind of thematically interesting comedies I'm referring to. However, they border on dramedy or "dark" comedy, so people don't think of them as pure comedies.
I just think Seth MacFarlane's quote is B.S. because his type of comedy isn't regarded very highly, so it's a little sour grapes on his part. If he thinks that Ted or Ted 2 deserved even a sniff of an award (and I'm not saying he does), he should get a reality check.
What it boils down to is that BP nominees are usually films that resonate with audiences and leave a lasting impression. The drama genre is best suited to create those types of films. It's not bias in my opinion.