Animals

As Ricky Gervais's first stand-up special, "Animals" is designed to elicit strong comedic responses. The audience's emotional experience is overwhelmingly dominated by Humor, leading to significant feelings of Joy and general Happiness. Relief is present from the release of tension through laughter, and Surprise often accompanies well-crafted punchlines. Satisfaction arises from enjoying a successful and engaging performance, while Anticipation builds as the audience awaits the next joke or observational insight.