There seems to be a substantial portion of the population who thinks that comedy is someone else in pain. Yes, it's funny, but it also argues that one has little empathy with dumb animals like Moe, Larry and Curly, as well as their intellectual superiors, the dogs whom Jules White stuffed into costumes, and wired into poses. This is some peoples' idea of funny. It is not mine.

That said, we are confronted with this episode of the Dogville series that White and his cousin, Zion Myers, did for MGM after his brother, Jack White got rid of him. Would these shorts have been funny, and would this short in particular, have been funny if instead of mistreated dogs, they had mistreated some human being, say Buster Keaton, as they would soon after? I think if your answer is "ye" then you can gain some enjoyment from this. If not, then no.

The comedy genre refers to a category of entertainment that aims to amuse and entertain audiences by using humor, wit, and comedic situations. Comedies are created with the primary intention of eliciting laughter and providing lighthearted enjoyment. They encompass a wide range of styles, tones, and themes, appealing to various tastes and audiences.

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The crime genre features criminal activities, investigations, law enforcement, crimes, and the pursuit of justice. Crime stories often revolve around the planning, execution, and consequences of criminal acts, as well as the efforts to solve and prevent such acts. They explore various aspects of criminal behavior, motives, and the moral dilemmas faced by both perpetrators and those seeking to uphold the law.

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The family genre features stories specifically created to be suitable for a wide range of age groups within a family. Family-oriented content is designed to be enjoyed by both children and adults, often providing entertainment that is wholesome, relatable, and appropriate for all members of a family to watch or experience together.

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The mystery genre features the investigation and solving of a puzzle, typically a crime or an enigmatic event. Mysteries are known for their suspenseful narratives, intricate plots, and the challenge they present to readers or viewers to piece together clues and solve the central mystery alongside the characters.

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The short form refers to creative works characterized by their brevity and concise storytelling. Unlike full-length feature films, short films have a running time of less than 45 minutes, while TV shorts have a running time of less than 22 minutes.

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In this Dogville mystery, a wealthy resident leaves his fortune to his nephew, who is then kidnapped by jealous relatives. Detective Phido Vance tries to find the nephew before any harm can come to him.

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