Diane Morgan’s character, Philomena Cunk, is blatantly stupid but also strangely wise. She first appeared on TV in Charlie Brooker’s “Weekly Wipe.” Against the pretentiousness common in modern media, she stood out as someone who wasn’t intelligent. Cunk’s humor, which combines innocent questions with deadpan delivery, makes you think about the very nature of knowledge and experience.

Cunk has changed over time, going through shows that deal with weighty topics like Shakespeare and history. From a simple spoof to a philosophical comedy that makes us question the basis of our beliefs, what started as a joke has grown into a satirical lens through which we look at the absurdities of life.

Diane Morgan does a great job with her role. She exudes a rare combination of sincerity and absurdity while maintaining a detached demeanor that heightens the comedic effect. Lines like “Does God have a brother named Simon?...