Dramatic comedy is a meaningful artform as it can demonstrate to us elements of our society that are ridiculous and stupid. Without dramatic comedy, there would be no one pointing out the idiotic parts of our society in humorous ways.
Stripes, released in 1981 starring Bill Murray is an aristotillian satirical comedy in every sense. John, played by Bill Murray, is a cynical new york taxi driver with no respect for authority who begins the film with losing his job, car, and his girlfriend. Soon after, with nothing left to lose he decides to join the army in an attempt to improve his fortune. After passing basic training, he and his platoon are sent off to europe to show off the latest military technology. Of course this all goes horribly wrong when the new technology falls into the hands of the Russians, but John saves the day and becomes a famous military hero.
Stripes is a classic example of a satirical dramatic comedy because the protagonist of the film begins as a poor nobody and ends the film as a famous military hero. Throughout the course of the film John proved his character through his perseverance through the intensive military program. Although his problem with authority made his journey much more enjoyable for audiences.
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