The 'Watching X' meme format is a classic comparison template used to contrast reactions between two different types of media or scenarios. Usually featuring a split-screen or multi-panel layout, it depicts a character's neutral reaction to something standard versus a horrified or shocked reaction to something taboo, illegal, or 'cursed.' This meme thrives on shock humor and internet subcultures, often serving as a hyperbolic commentary on the consequences of browsing the darker parts of the web. It is frequently paired with reaction images of law enforcement or the 'FBI Open Up' trope to emphasize the severity of the 'X' content being watched.