RiffTrax Shorts Season 20 Episode 4 What Are Letters For?

In season 20 episode 4 of RiffTrax Shorts entitled "What Are Letters For?", the team takes on a classic educational short from the 1950s that attempts to teach young children the basics of reading and writing. The short starts with a group of kids playing a game of baseball when one of them finds an old letter on the ground. Confused as to what it is or what it's for, the kids turn to a friendly mailman who proceeds to explain the importance of letters and written communication.

Throughout the short, the RiffTrax crew offers hilarious commentary and witty observations about the dated educational techniques and questionable fashion choices of the time. With their trademark sarcastic humor and expert timing, they poke fun at the overly dramatic acting, cheesy graphics, and bizarre script that make this short a perfect target for riffing.

As the mailman takes the kids on a journey through the history of writing, from cave drawings to the printing press, the RiffTrax team adds their own unique spin, riffing on everything from ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics to the pros and cons of handwritten letters versus digital communication.

The short also includes some truly bizarre musical numbers, including a strange song about punctuation that seems to have no rhythm or melody, much to the confusion of the kids watching. The RiffTrax crew jumps in to add their own catchy lyrics and jokes to the tune, turning it into a hilarious sing-along that viewers won't soon forget.

Overall, "What Are Letters For?" is a fun and entertaining episode of RiffTrax Shorts that offers plenty of laughs and insight into the quirks and oddities of educational films from the past. With its sharp writing, clever references, and expert riffing, this episode is sure to keep viewers entertained from start to finish.