A piada da censura: L. L. e o discurso cômico controverso

Abstract

This paper aims to discuss the normalization that has been given to the speeches of comedian L. L., and how they are quickly commented and shared as just a joke. The increase of this kind of Stand Up comedy and how the digital space has an influential role was noticed. In this way, L. L. uses the digital space as a way to promote a "free manifestation", as if there was no ethical regulation in society. Based on the understanding of the political role of comedy and the social function of humor, we propose a Content Analysis (CA) of L. L.' posts, seeking to approach the understanding of the social problems that involve his discourse on the Internet, having as a central term, the signifier "censorship". With this analysis, the research suggests that the comedian uses two strategies to convey his message. The first is controversy, through the use of the word censorship, as a vector to gain audience and visibility in the network economy. The second, the use of the word censorship also with an active discourse, when he suffers attempts to ban his speech.