When to Use
- Sending this when my friend ignores all my logical advice.
- When I am trying to explain the joke to someone who doesn't get it.
- Use this when you are talking to someone and you realize their brain is completely empty.
This clip perfectly captures the frustration of trying to get through to a brick wall. Whether it is a dense friend, a stubborn coworker, or an ex who has zero brain cells left, this template hits home. The visual of the old guy looking absolutely desperate to share a thought while the gorilla just stares back with a look of pure, primal detachment is peak comedy. It is the ultimate reaction for when you are speaking logic, but the person on the other end is literally a primate who cannot comprehend basic human interaction.
An elderly man is standing next to a glass partition, talking to a large silverback gorilla sitting on the other side. The man makes expressive gestures and movements with his mouth, appearing to try to communicate with the animal.
This video is used to represent one-sided conversations, talking to someone who doesn't care, or trying to explain something to someone who has no idea what is going on. It can also be used ironically to show someone being completely ignored.