A Sketch by Jean-Pierre Martinez
Two characters enter. As they pass each other, they stop.
One – Why are you looking down on me?
Two – I’m not looking down on you.
One – Then why are you giving me that sideways look?
Two – I’m not giving you a sideways look, I’m looking at you in profile.
One – If you’ve got something to say, say it.
Two (standing directly in front of him) – From the front, it’s not much better.
One – And you’re saying that to my face?
Two (walking behind him) – Would you prefer I said it behind your back?
One – What now?
Two – It’s even worse from this side.
One – Are you mocking me or something?
Two – No, it’s just that, no matter how I look at it, your face doesn’t sit right with me.
One – I’m really sorry about that.
Two – Don’t apologise. It’s not your fault you’ve got a stupid face.
One – You think I’ve got a stupid face?
Two – Oh, absolutely. In fact, you’ve perfected it. From every angle… yes, you’ve got a real stupid face.
They exit.
Blackout.
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