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A clever “Two Ronnies” skit, probably written by Ronnie Barker himself. He does a good impersonation of an Anglo-Orthodox Jew.
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As usual, an excellent sketch from the two Ronnies. Almost all comedy pokes fun at race, nationality, religion, political belief, appearance, social standing, gender or level of intelligence. If you have a problem with that then don’t watch comedy.
Ive never seen this before on the two ronnies and I dont get what they are saying through it maybe thats why I didnt think it was funny! nh
LIGHTEN UP!
they are not offensive
they are not taking the mick
they are just being funny in a nice way
so cheer up and enjoy!
“One pound a moneth? I’ll take it!”
@londoner432 I’m not a jew and I loved it, also
barker genius
Offensive, no… But its also not funny.
Chill out Brother ! It’s a comedy sketch,not a flippin debating subject….Lighten up!!
Anyone who finds this sketch offensive, really needs to get a life.
To johnsongbird….Absolutely agree….Fantastic sketch :-}
@cagedkiller
I think the greatest comedy, such as here, is not only funny but also touches on subjects which are seriously thought provoking.
I think a forum such as this is perfect for not only showing your appreciation of the great comics but also to discuss related and relevant issues which arise out of watching it.
A lot can be learnt from the greats and also from commrnenters who share their reactions and reflections.
Sorry is this a comment on the video or part of another one of those senseless unrelated debates that usually end up getting nowhere? I’m sorry if you want your ‘freedom of speech’ but if you could do it outside of the Internet it would be much appreciated.
hahahahaha
Ser plutselig at det der kom ut feil. Jeg skammer meg ikkefor å VÆRE antisemmitt, men jeg lo uten å være redd for å bli kalt en. Skjønner? Alltid greit å lese gjennom før en sender kommentar. Jeg er altså IKKE antisemmitt. Jøder, muslimer, kristne, sihker og alle andre religiøse er like lurt alle sammen
I am grateful I do not have to take life so seriously as to get in a heavy discussion about something so funny as the Two Ronnies. I think it must be miserable to think every one is out to get you.
I respect anyone’s beliefs – in whatever they wish, as long as it doesnt effect me or others. If all were to do so it would mean the disappearance of racism and other evils inherent in coexistence.
The trouble is that many beliefs are, by their own definition, exclusively devoted to spreading to and cohercing others to adopt them. Therein, I think, lies the danger.
“Nor make fun of anyone because of his faith, sex, race” I’d disagree on the faith bit. Inherent respect for arbitrary beliefs is dangerous.
great stuff , i think it was brilliant –im a jew and i loved it. two ronnies are great
Huh? unclear!. But if your’e saying we must not make fun of the Jew I heartily agree! Nor make fun of anyone because of his faith, sex, race etc. In brief theres a line which shouldnt be crossed -that of laughing at and of laughing with. Ronnie here is definitely laughing with!
@johnsongbird Yes we must not make fun of the jew, Mr zionist!
Amazing how Ronnies genius for comedy turns what could have been a nasty anti-semitic caricature into a warm, humourous portrayal. Full of compassionate identification with the orthodox Jew, but at the same time ironic and just super funny. In short theres a lot of Jewish humour in this sketch!
its the 2 ronnies u fekin dikheads go and watch question time or jeremy kyle if u want to see something topical
Condoms aren’t a cure for AIDS…but they are an extremely effective preventative measure. Babyshambler is absolutely right in pointing out that the Catholic Church is complicit in the spreading of AIDS by denouncing the use of condoms. It is despicably naive to expect millions of people to avoid STD’s with nothing more than abstinence to protect them.
As for condoms “killing off the population”, that would be the case…if they were used for 100% of sexual encounters, which is pure fantasy.
The look of the “Hymie” character is based on Adolfo Celi’s appearance in the much-reviled 1981 BBC series “The Borgias”.
When did AIDS come into the sketch? Some people hey. Too political and rant obsessed :S I agree with quicker2006, just watch the video!