AFTER leaving the BBC yesterday over his ill-thought phone pranks during his Radio 2 show, Russell Brand could redeem himself tonight as he returns to what he does best - madcap telly comedy. Full Article at The Daily Record
you mustn't swear on someone's answerphone and that is why I would like to apologise.
I've certainly offered him something ... I've let his friends know that if he wants to work with us, we would be more than happy to have him. And I'm pretty sure we're not the not the only one. Though there aren't many outlets for the kind of edgy thing he does.
There is something almost Dickensian about him
All comedians have an ego, it's what makes them get on stage ... But Russell Brand's routines have become all about being Russell Brand and little else. He has become his only frame of reference and that's just not interesting.
Russell Brand's comedy is a perfect match for our audience. He's a fresh new face with a rock-star aura and a unique and unpredictable act that pushes the envelope of comedy ... American audiences who have been exposed to Russell through 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' and the VMAs have seen just the tip of...
Russell Brand's been given so much exposure and is so feted he probably thinks he can say and do anything. This whole situation is a salutary reminder that comedy is of no value if it doesn't take into account the vulnerability of others. If it doesn't it's just bullying.
He has a Marmite effect, you either love him or you hate him
I just see it as entertainment and try to divorce myself from moral obligation
Language is a huge part of the texture of comedy and he uses it in a very interesting and individual way. He sounds incredibly old fashioned and plays around with the tone, making it higher for camp effect. He's almost created his own language.
Few people are ambivalent.
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