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Please, Marge. How often can I see a movie of this caliber on late night tv?
— Homer · The Simpsons
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Our reading
An editorial interpretation.
Homer pleads with Marge as though a late-night movie were a rare event. The word 'caliber' does the comic work, dressing up whatever's on with great seriousness. His plea makes television time sound precious, something he simply can't miss.
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