Sitcoms on Ice Sitcoms are commonly seen as one of the most popular programs on TV, across Australia and the world, but what makes sitcoms so engaging for the masses? Fox 8's The Simpsons is an American animated sitcom and appeals to the masses due to its hilarious humor and the unidentifiable fact that the show draws you in and makes you feel like a part of the Simpson family, Matt Groening and James L. The groundbreaking episode of The Simpsons Brooks' "Lisa on Ice" makes the case that sitcoms shouldn't be ruined. From the beginning to the end of each show there are many comedic and humorous techniques, character stereotypes and camera techniques that help give the show a more original perspective. In the Simpsons episode "Lisa on Ice", there are many different comedy and humorous 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 undisciplined senselessness and absurdity in the context of the situation. An example of this absurdity comes from the sign outside the youth center that reads "SPRINGFIELD YOUTH CENTER 'BUILDING UNREALISTIC HOPES SINCE 1966'" This portrays a satirical value of humor, in the played scene of the episode "Lisa on Ice". Another example is. 'Chief Wiggum: "Okay, I'll make a little deal with you idiots. I'll let you all come out to watch my team play the hockey game. If! Promise to go back to your cells." Captive Snake “Sorry, pig. We can't make that promise” Chief Wiggum “Okay, I'll sweeten the deal. You can watch the game and don't have to go back. But you have to promise not to commit any more crimes, okay?" Snake. "No" Commissioner Wiggum "I'll take that as a yes."' This depicts a...... middle of paper...... experience of many of the problems , values ​​and themes shown in The Simpsons. This essay contains many points about comedy, humor and filming techniques, characters, stereotypes and 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 viewers. This animated sitcom caused a sensation and is still at the top of the charts today, as expected, thanks to its incredibly stereotyped family, which offers an insight of the daily life of an American family. The Simpsons is an example of a classic sitcom and this essay proves that the Simpsons should not be pulped. This is due to the hilarious humor and various techniques used to involve you and make you feel part of the family of the Simpsons, this is what makes the Simpsons so popular among the masses.