What type of comedy is Sennett known for?
Romantic
Dramatic
Slapstick
Horror
Answer
Slapstick comedy, epitomized by Mack Sennett, relies on physical humor, exaggerated movements, and sight gags to evoke laughter. It often involves pratfalls, collisions, and other slapstick routines, frequently employing props like pies and custard. Sennett's mastery of this genre revolutionized early cinema, laying the foundation for countless comedic masterpieces that followed.
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