Ramy Youssef discusses his journey as a comedian and filmmaker, emphasizing his approach to self-reflection and humor rooted in personal experiences. His new animated series, '#1 Happy Family USA,' showcases a fictional family navigating their identity in post-9/11 America using Egyptian sarcasm and dark humor. Youssef's art reflects his own experiences following the 9/11 attacks, and in his film projects, he collaborates with prominent creators like Jesse Armstrong. Importantly, he stresses that he seeks to represent his own voice rather than speak for others.
Youssef says, "It’s so wild. And it’s, in a lot of ways, one of the craziest things I’ve gotten to be a part of, and one of the most inappropriate things I’ve gotten to be a part of."
In discussing his new animated series, Youssef reflects on the impact of his childhood, especially post-9/11, saying, "OK, it’s not a good time to be at the airport when you look like us."
Youssef emphasizes his approach, stating, "I’m not interested in representing anyone but myself," highlighting his focus on individual storytelling.
Addressing the humor in his work, Youssef notes, "There’s a certain Egyptian sarcasm, dark humor."
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