Most often, On the other side The panels come from the deepest depths of Gary Larson’s imagination. He drew catchy joke ideas, proverbs, word games and everything that could possibly draw his attention. While the band worked for decades, it was natural that he draws from the comedy of everything.

Films, of course, have become an important source for Larson’s ideas. As westerns have been a must -have in Hollywood for over a century, Larson had many bands that used anyone who loves the Western genre. While On the other side He himself is not part of this kind, he always calls on the Western public.

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The flight stages are not like trains

You can just pull the engines

One of the most exciting parts of any Western film is delivered with the Practically inevitable chase scene. The characters jump at the top of a train, a scene or a horse and desperately try to put an end to the pursuit before it spends too long. Sometimes this can mean that the characters are forced to jump from one horse to another while trying to stop a scene safely.

In On the other sideThe version of history, however, horses have less rights. Rather than trying to save the horses, a bandit simply pulls them, bringing the scene to an unhappy stop. It is a safer way of stealing his victim, but it makes a difficult escape opportunity, since there are no more horses to fly. Anyway, it’s a particularly dark band.

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You can always cut them at the collar

It is a common Western Trope

Because the prosecution scenes are so important in the westerns, there are tropes entirely dedicated to Western prosecution. After all, a spectator can always expect a driver to be followed by an entire horde. Although they seem to have an advance on their pursuers, there is always a means of “”Cut them to the collar“”.

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In On the other sideThis reality is even more literal, because there are physical signs that ask the pursuers to cut the victims “the pass.“It is surprising that the original rider has always chosen the most difficult path, but that could very well be an attempt to prove themselves. This, or they do not have the capacity to read. One or the other of the options is possible.

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Cowboys learn the magic word

Always say please

Each culture has its own beliefs about politeness, but it is a generally lasting concept. Although it can be polite to refuse food in certain cultures, others may demand that customers participate in each refreshment. In the representation of Gary Larson of the Far West, Cowboys are polite to a faultBut they are generally by default words.

Even during the preparation of the shootings, the cowboys demand that their rivals shoot their weapons before lifting theirs. In doing so, however, they must say “The magic word“, which is probably nothing more than”Please.“It is a ridiculous concept when they are about to shoot their opposition, but no one has ever said that On the other sideHumans are particularly logical.

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Cowboys do not always understand their work

Horses are very important

While Western films generally portray cowboys as swirling warriors who will do everything to defend their herd, They were not always competent Regarding other tasks. After all, asking the cowboys to torture everyday people would probably end with confused cowboys.

In On the other sideWhen asked to drag a victim, the cowboys neglect to realize that they are supposed to wear it behind their horses. It should have been a tortuous death, but it is rather a beautiful trip through the desert. It’s a bit ridiculous, but that’s what makes this band so fun.

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Cowboys and extraterrestrials work well together

The extraterrestrials even make good cowboys

Cowboys and extraterrestrials have been a lasting concept for decadesAlthough the two cannot be more distinct. Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford even played in Cowboys and extraterrestrials In 2011, mixing two genres in a single confusing film. Unfortunately for them, Larson first thought of the idea.

On the other sideThe extraterrestrials live a bit like humans. Although they can have gigantic eyes, green skin and closing teeth, the extraterrestrials had a wild to the west, with a living room, drinks and cowboy hats. Unfortunately, their huge eyes mean that they are always looking at everyone around them, causing the classic Western line, “What do you look at?“At the bar.

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Aboriginal Americans had an advantage

Sometimes just light stages on fire

In the fight between American settlers and indigenous Americans, Pilgrims and cowboys generally had a major advantage: firearms. Although they have little knowledge of the earth and its inhabitants, they had rifles that could get more, cause more death and were generally easier to master. Unfortunately for them, they did not have a line: fire.

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Indigenous peoples, which sometimes used arrows, could put their trees and burn in whole cars. Fire arrows have been used in real life, and they could cause massive damage, although they are more difficult to control than ordinary blows. It is funny to imagine that Western travelers realize that their so-called superior weapons could not burn an arc.

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Each cowboy needs a good acolyte

Who else is there to teach?

In the westerns, the protagonist sometimes has a faithful follower to follow and take care of all their needs. Sometimes they are apprentices, hoping to learn the trade tips of a cowboy or an accomplished sheriff. Sometimes, however, they simply existed to provide comic relief.

In On the other sideCowboys could recruit their acolytes in the local general store. These acolytes went from old men to indigenous peoples, who aspired to be selected by the protagonist. While This comic strip is rightly controversialGiven the coloring of the native man, he laughs at an absurd Western Trope.

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There are always harmonics, unfortunately

It’s like in the West West

In Western films, it seems that each trip to the West West is accompanied by a man with a harmonic. The musician, who always performs perfectly without any hesitation, will entertain the camp overnight. Sometimes, Harmonica music even plays without a nearby interpreterAlthough the characters never notice it.

In On the other sideMusicians do not always need appearance to torment the casting. A group of pilgrims was forced to listen to strange harmonica noises each time they have settled to go to bed. It is a haunting thought, especially because they heard music and have never been sure where he came from.

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Some cities were more deadly than others

You didn’t want to get caught in this city

As it was in the Middle Ages, life in the West West often left everyday people in situations of life or death. In westerns, there is always a strict police force, but many characters do not take into account the law. They choose to live a life of crime, without ignoring how many people they kill along the way. When it is caught, They could be imprisoned or executedAccording to the whims of local sheriff.

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In the world of Larson, however, there is an even greater punishment for criminals to fear: tickling. Each criminal is suspended along a tree, while the deputy for the sheriff tickles his armpits tirelessly. Although absurd, it is difficult to imagine anyone who wants to commit crimes knowing that such a fate could expect them. With this band, Larson could be on something.

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Never go sunset

It becomes very hot very quickly

Many westerns end with the protagonists who offer farewell to a city in the West West and heading towards sunset. They leave behind a besieged city, never to come back as the sun rises or sets in front of them. It represents the dawn of a new era, the end of an old conflict and a period of renewal for people who desperately need it.

In On the other sideHowever, The sun is much closer to the earth than it seems. When cowboys go up to sunset, they come back with burning clothes, melting skin and injured pride. It is one of the most absurd concepts of On the other sideMake an extremely literal quirky sentence, but it is undoubtedly extremely funny.

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Gary Larson

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Universal Press Syndicate

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Gary Larson