films, etc.

[Robin Campbell]

I recall a TV sketch about failed language learning by the Irish comedian
Dave Allen, broadcast on BBC around 20 years ago. It was part of a series
of weekly gags about Frankenstein and his Monster. It is doubtful whether
a copy exists, but perhaps the gag merits exposure here.

Monster: Kill! Kill! Kill! (energetically squeezing Frankenstein by the
neck)
Dr Frankenstein: (gasping) No, no. Love! Love! Love!

(the exchange is repeated several times), then

Monster: Ahhhhh! (pauses to display comprehension
grimaces) Love! Love! Love! (resumes squeezing operations with renewed
vigour)

One can well imagine this kind of use/mention mix-up occurring between
parent and child. Any examples known?

Robin N Campbell


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