The Standoff

The Standoff, as a comedy, primarily elicits Humor, Joy, and Happiness from its audience, driven by the absurd premise of a sleep-deprived endurance contest and the comedic friction between the contestants. Anticipation and Anxiety build as viewers wonder who will win and how the characters will cope with the challenge. Ultimately, Relief and Satisfaction are felt upon the contest's resolution, with minor elements of Anger from the initial character conflicts and Empathy for their shared struggle.