Comedy | October 28, 2009 | 69 comments

Larry David Blasted for 'Curb' Episode Where He Urinates on Jesus Painting

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"Comedian Larry David is under attack from critics who say he pushed the mocking of religion and Christian belief in miracles over the edge in the latest episode of his HBO series "Curb Your Enthusiasm," which the cable network defended as "playful."

On the show's most recent installment, which aired Sunday, David urinates on a painting of Jesus Christ, causing a woman to believe the painting depicts Jesus crying.

Deal Hudson, author and publisher of InsideCatholic.com, said he doesn't find any humor in the episode."

The world,especially,the religious right, has lost its sense of humor. Lighten up.

What would Jesus do?

HE'D FREAKING LAUGH!!!
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69 comments // Larry David Blasted for 'Curb' Episode Where He Urinates on Jesus Painting

  • maasanova
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      maasanova  
    • @ochreRobot

      According to our self appointed masters, the Anti-Defamation Leage, Dr. Makow was not very far off in his statement that what Larry David would have been classified as a hate crime should the situation had been reversed and let's say a white Christian male had urinated or splashed upon a Menorah or any other jewish religious symbol:

      What Larry David did is not exactly a hate crime, but it's as close as one can get to a hate crime, and even moreso that it was broadcast to millions of people. This is from the framework of the ADL's hate crimes legislation. The ADL were the authors of the hate crime bill that Obama just signed yesterday:

      Institutional Vandalism:

      A person commits the crime of institutional vandalism by knowingly vandalizing, defacing or otherwise damaging:

      Any church, synagogue or other building, structure or place used for religious worship or other religious purpose;

      Any cemetery, mortuary or other facility used for the purpose of burial or memorializing the dead;

      Any school, educational facility or community center;

      The grounds adjacent to, and owned or rented by, any institution, facility, building, structure or place described in subsections (i), (ii) or (iii) above; or

      Any personal property contained in any institution, facility, building, structure, or place described in subsections (i), (ii) or (iii) above.

    • 2 years ago
  • majorbscaller
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      majorbscaller  
    • maasanova:

      Hate crimes are done with HATE, not with comical intentions. Larry David doesn't hate christians, and saying he does is irresponsible. Its a joke, he jokes about Jews and African Americans and handicap people, etc. Its a comedy show. Thats what they do. The fact that it gets a rise out of people like you is pathetic. Don't you have more important things to worry about?

    • 2 years ago
  • maasanova
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      maasanova  
    • From a Jewish conspiracy writer Henry Makow Ph.D.

      This is not the first time Christ has been blasphemed in this fashion. In 1987 a photographer won a publicly- funded prize for a picture of a crucifix with Jesus submerged in a vat of urine. It was called "Piss Christ."

      1. No Christian would keep a portrait of Jesus in the bathroom. Only an arrogant, disrespectful, ignorant person like Larry David could imagine that.

      2. No writer with respect for human dignity and decorum talks about toilet accidents. What is this childish fetish comedy writers have with bodily and sexual functions? Is this the last taboo?

      3. This scene would be classified as a hate crime if it were aimed at anyone but Christians. Imagine the reaction if he peed on a Menorah, an Israeli flag or a Koran? I don't believe this scene is an accident. It's a deliberate attack on the Christian majority, designed to humiliate, shame and disinherit.

    • 2 years ago
  • ochreRobot
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      ochreRobot  
    • maasanova:

      "This scene would be classified as a hate crime if it were aimed at anyone but Christians."

      Do you know what a hate crime is? Just wondering because this statement makes me think that you have no idea.

    • 2 years ago
  • maasanova
  • sidpena
  • Daniel_Goodwyn
  • Daniel_Goodwyn
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      Daniel_Goodwyn  
    • "Anyone who follows Curb Your Enthusiasm knows that the show is full of parody and satire," the statement read. "Larry David makes fun of everyone, most especially himself. The humor is always playful and certainly never malicious."

    • 2 years ago
  • josh_piers
  • norml37
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      norml37  
    • Like I said let Larry do it with pic of Mohammad!! Let any Mainstream comic do something to the HOLY KORAN and, then just sit back and watch?
      IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN, NOT EVEN BORAT IS THAT BRAVE

    • 2 years ago
  • Daniel_Goodwyn
  • matlaroche
  • thepatient
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      thepatient  
    • He'j a fucken geniuth! I mean who gives a fuck about other people's beliefs anyway?! We should all just disrespect each other. You guy's rock!

    • 2 years ago
  • Terrorist
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      Terrorist  
    • There are two fundamental confusions within this ridiculous argument. One of which has been danced around but not really cleared up. That is that Larry David is making fun of the imbeciles who see Jesus in their toast and dogs butts.

    • 2 years ago
  • zphoenixdownz
  • PsychoAlan
  • dalistuff18
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      dalistuff18  
    • I like reading the bible more, it has better drama : Rape, Murder, incest, deceit and a lot of comedy.
      Laughter heals the mind and body, although it might be the devil's work religious entities should give it a try.

    • 2 years ago
  • Whitz
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      Whitz  
    • Hm. Free speech is great and funny as this may be, I still find it offensive. It is sad that a symbol people found deeply meaningful 200 years ago is now disregarded as a tool for mockery. People all around the world still derive positive comfort and meaning out of religion, and modern-day atheists call these people stupid and mock their holy symbols. Empathy, people.

    • 2 years ago
  • RudyRudell
  • unimatrix0
  • dirtymilk
  • Mcellie
  • sidpena
  • wintermadness90
  • g543993
  • KSirys
  • norml37
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      norml37  
    • I will no longer watch Curb!! Also, if he's such a comedy Genius. Why doesn't he piss on a depiction of Mohammad?
      Answer- He's scared to.

    • 2 years ago
  • shockdoctrine
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      shockdoctrine  
    • norml37:

      good luck finding a picture of mohammed in a muslims bathroom. part of the comedy genius is the pushing of the bar and mocking peoples delicate sensitivities , whether it be of their fairy tale religions (no matter which one) or just about anything else that's skewered.

    • 2 years ago
  • SonnyBee
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      SonnyBee  
    • I am a spiritual person and I found nothing wrong with the episode! I love the show. I'm black and to see Larry with the black family living in his house is gut-busting-funny to me. The way they interact together is so funny. I love it. It's all in good fun people, relax!!!!!!!!

    • 2 years ago
  • Hunnter
  • mark1957
  • hpseaton
  • vesher
  • CitizenX
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      CitizenX  
    • I knew I liked this guy. Yeah!!! Go Larry David for having the balls to mock the, Jesus is the son of God, ruler of the world and if you do not believe I will spit hate at you and your beliefs Christian agenda". I hope he does not back down about this. Spoofing a crying Jesus painting is funny almost as funny as people who believe there are crying Jesus paintings for real. HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA.

    • 2 years ago
  • hcice
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      hcice  
    • I am Christian and I like Curb; I'm also Libertarian. While I don't think I would find this particular part of Curb that amusing (I have yet to see it), I don't have the right to be unoffended by someone else. If I end up finding it too distasteful, I will stop watching the show (and thereby supporting it with my money). That's how this country is supposed to work!

      By the way, once more people figure out that they don't have the right to be unoffended, this country will greatly improve!

    • 2 years ago
  • maasanova
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      maasanova  
    • If a Christian pissed on a Menorah he'd have the Anti-Defamation League and their bullshit hate crimes bill all up his ass.

      Talk about a double standard, but then again, this is why I don't watch tv regularly: it's full of filthy scumbags like Larry David. OK I admit this show is pretty funny from what I've seen of it, but he's still a scumbag.

    • 2 years ago
  • KSirys
  • majorbscaller
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      majorbscaller  
    • maasanova:

      you guys comparing a painting of christ to a menorah are hilarious. the ADL cares about antisemitism. a show where a guy accidently gets some splash on a menorah wouldn't warrent a letter from them. this is an overreaction. get a sense of humor its really not that offensive.

    • 2 years ago
  • maasanova
  • unimatrix0
  • KSirys
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      KSirys  
    • maasanova:

      wow matrix, there you go again.. classifying people like you know everyone... I'm going to assume that you know the world, met them personally and told them that they are scumbags, since you called everyone a scumbag... how long did that journey take? or was it your neglected childhood that made you feel this way?

      Seek some help bud, it's not late!!

    • 2 years ago
  • KSirys
  • majorbscaller
  • KSirys
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      KSirys  
    • KSirys:

      Um, that's my picture and not some made up jpeg I found on the internet... and how does someone have anger management issues? or were you trying to imply, i have an anger issue? if that's what you mean, then no... I just like commenting on smart remarks.

      Thanks for the concern champ!

    • 2 years ago
  • majorbscaller
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      majorbscaller  
    • KSirys:

      ok sport, so the expression "anger management issues" means that one has issues managing their anger. i mention this because you seem to get really mad at people with different opinions then you. which is kinda douchey. considering this is a website where people post anonymously and say things to instigate people like you.

      and we're all real proud of you for putting your pic in your avatar, like that makes you tough or something. keep up the good work chief.

    • 2 years ago
  • KSirys
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      KSirys  
    • KSirys:

      No, i don't get mad or upset at folks and their opinions, but I do wonder why a douchey like yourself, is still around wondering about little ol' me.

      Come on major! sometimes you have to wonder and ask yourself why would you go and start another profile with a different name and continue the dumb comments. Are you not happy with one profile? do you need to have several profiles to make a point? or do you feel the need in showing your ideas with several accounts and think that makes you strong! Major?

      Well, one might not be able to get all the answers in one lifetime, since you're probably Joe right now and then Jane in two minutes... what can you do...

      Best of luck Major!

    • 2 years ago
  • majorbscaller
  • KSirys
  • unimatrix0
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      unimatrix0  
    • KSirys:

      @ksyris
      People who use terms like "pricks" and "pussies" in a derogatory fashion reveal psycho-sexual dysfunction (often a poverty of intellect and/or character attends such manifestations).
      I am sorry you are unhappy, and I encourage you to seek out counseling.
      It will get better little buddy.

    • 2 years ago
  • KSirys
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      KSirys  
    • KSirys:

      sexual dysfunctions? is that your expert opinion? coming from a cookie like yourself? nah... I know who I am and what my problems are and none include anything of what you said... Also, not knowing who I am and attacking me because I went after your boy, shows the "intellect" you have. I live in reality...

      You might want to check and seek counseling for yourself though... Last time I checked, the matrix and the picture you use were for scifi movies and characters. Do you think you're in the matrix? Or maybe you're a borg trying to save humanity from it's "poverty of intellect"? Let me know which one is it, because Gandhi might just show up and take you away...

      Later bud...

    • 2 years ago
  • thepatient
  • iammyfathersson
  • KSirys
  • majorbscaller
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      majorbscaller  
    • KSirys:

      Um... Christ is supposed to be your savior... A menorah is somethign that holds candles for 8 days a year. Difference?

      Get over it, or, don't complain when muslims get mad at us drawing a cartoon mohamed. Its religion, its a joke anyway.

    • 2 years ago
  • KSirys
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      KSirys  
    • KSirys:

      Um, Christ is not my savior and I don't believe in any religion dumb ass, think before you assume next time... and I watch Bill Mahr and love his shows! but when this prick does it, to only one religion, than i can say whatever I want...

      So, get over it and don't complain... or are you going to flag me? =(

    • 2 years ago
  • majorbscaller
  • KSirys
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      KSirys  
    • KSirys:

      lol, that's the best you can do champ? lol.. I don't care if you care or if anyone cares who I like or don't... but you seem to take notice on my comment, so I replied back...

      take it easy bud...

    • 2 years ago
  • sidpena
  • CPTM
  • hpseaton
  • JanforGore
  • clish1
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      clish1  
    • jeffreyak:

      Click on the link and read the whole article. Thes idiots bitch about that also.

      The episode is hilarious by the way.

    • 2 years ago
  • jeffreyak
  • Koringe
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      Koringe  
    • I really want to see this episode now. I don't usually go out of my way to watch Curbed but this sounds too hilarious!

    • 2 years ago
  • mako2424
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      mako2424  
    • Thanks for, once again, manufacturing outrage and twisting the information to fit your Christianity-is-the-victim agenda, Fox News.

      As they have you believe from reading the title and, to a lesser extent, the article, the Larry David character put a picture of Jesus on the toilet and pissed on it. Far from it. *Spoiler Alert* His super-powerful stream splashed a single, ricocheted drop on the painting. (:D) Ridiculous, I know, but it needed clarification nonetheless.

    • 2 years ago
  • majorbscaller
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