Ep 2. If Mirrors Could Speak
- July 1, 2008
- 10 min
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In RiffTrax Shorts season 2 episode 2, titled 'If Mirrors Could Speak', the hilarious trio of Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett take on a variety of short films that all center around the theme of reflections. From a cautionary tale about vanity to a comically bizarre animated short featuring a time-traveling mirror, this episode is full of absurd and entertaining content.
One of the standout shorts in this episode is a surreal film called 'The Red Hen', which follows the titular character as she tries to navigate a world where everything is backwards and upside down. Mike, Kevin, and Bill have a field day poking fun at the nonsensical dialogue and strange visuals, making this one of the funniest segments of the episode.
Another highlight is a public service announcement from the 1950s that aims to warn young women about the dangers of using too much makeup. The guys have a blast riffing on the outdated gender roles and cringe-worthy dialogue, and there are plenty of jokes at the expense of the overly dramatic acting.
Throughout the episode, the RiffTrax team also takes aim at a variety of other shorts, including a bizarre educational film about the different ways mirrors can be used, a musical number about the joys of cleaning, and a truly bizarre animated short featuring a singing, time-traveling mirror that is equal parts hilarious and confusing.
Overall, this episode of RiffTrax Shorts is packed with laughs and absurdity, making it a must-watch for fans of the show and newcomers alike. With some of the funniest riffing yet from the always-entertaining trio of hosts, 'If Mirrors Could Speak' is sure to leave audiences in stitches.