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MY KID TOO.
@ophiranyc
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Why it worked
The humor in the video comes from the relatable experience of children's changing interests and the unexpected, absurd "gift" of a disassembled air conditioner presented as a "LEGO." This unexpected twist and the comedian's delivery likely resonated with viewers.
Summary
A comedian jokes about how her child's desires have shifted from traditional toys to technology. She humorously describes "gifting" him an air conditioner by disassembling it and putting a piece in a Ziploc bag, likening it to a "LEGO."
Structure
- 1Kids used to want toys, now they want tech.
- 2Comedian asks her child what tech they want.
- 3Child says "I want tech!"
- 4Comedian "gifts" an air conditioner.
- 5She disassembles it and puts a piece in a bag, calling it a "LEGO."
On-screen text
MY KID TOO.
THEY DON'T WANT
TOYS ANYMORE.
THEY WANT NO TOYS.
I ASKED HIM,
I'LL TELL YOU WHAT.
THIS IS FOR REAL.
I WANT TECH!
I WANT TECH!
TECH!!
SO I GOT HIM
AN AIR CONDITIONER AND....
AND I LOOSENED
THE SCREWS,
TOOK OUT A PIECE
IN A ZIPLOC BAG.
SO IT'S
LIKE A LEGO.
YEAH!!
Transcript
Original caption
There was a time when joy came in bright colors and cuteness. Now it comes with OS updates, a myriad of cables, and IT support. Happy Holidays!
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