Sitcoms on IceSitcoms are generally considered to be one of the most popular programs on television, in Australia and around the world, but what makes sitcoms so appealing to the masses? Fox 8's The Simpsons is an American animated sitcom that appeals to the general public due to its hilarious humor and the unidentifiable fact that the series draws you in and makes you feel like you are part of the Simpson family, Matt Groening and James L. Brooks's groundbreaking episode of The Simpsons, "Lisa on Ice," supports the argument that sitcoms should not be pureed. From the beginning to the end of each series, there are many comedy and humor techniques, character stereotypes and camera techniques to help give the series a more original perspective. Throughout The Simpsons episode "Lisa on Ice", there is a lot of different comedy and humor. techniques used. These techniques are a big part of what makes The Simpsons so popular with millions of people around the world. These are recognized by their unruly callousness and absurdity in the context of the situation. An example of this absurdity is the sign outside the youth center that reads "SPRINGFIELD YOUTH CENTER 'BUILDING UNREALISTIC HOPES SINCE 1966'". This depicts a satirical value of humor, in the performed scene from the episode "Lisa on Ice". Another example is. 'Chief Wiggum: "All right, I'll make a little deal with you, my mugs." I'm going to let you go out and watch my team play the hockey game. If! You promise to return to your cells. Prisoner Snake “Sorry, pig. We cannot make this promise. » Chief Wiggum “Alright, I'll sweeten the deal. You can see the game and you don't need to come back. But you have to promise not to commit any more crimes, okay? Snake. “No” Chief Wiggum “I’ll take that as a yes. » This represents a...... middle of paper ...... experience of many of the issues, values, and themes presented in The Simpsons. The essay contains many points about comedy, humor and camera techniques, characters, stereotypes as well as values, issues and themes that were used throughout the episode "Lisa on Ice ". All these techniques were used to make the program more entertaining for the viewers. This animated sitcom blew the scales and still tops the charts today as expected, thanks to its incredibly stereotypical family, which provides a glimpse into the daily life of an American family. The Simpsons is an example of a classic sitcom, and this essay proves that The Simpsons shouldn't be beaten to a pulp. This is due to the hilarious humor and different techniques used to draw you in and make you feel like part of the Simpsons family. This is what makes The Simpsons so popular with the general public..