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Feb 28, 2010
The Next Seinfeld but on Cable TV
1 of 1 found this helpful Take the best elements from Seinfeld and Arrested Development and you have It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. Combining the social-degenerate-buddy formula (three men, one woman) with the beyond-dysfunctional-family element, Philadelphia creates scenarios that are so hysterical, wrong, appalling, familiar, embarrassing, uncomfortable, and entertaining, the show is addictive like staring at a car wreck when you know you shouldn't, but you just can't look away; it's invigorating like a fresh, loud, wake-up slap on the face. The writing, the quick timing, and the performances are so natural, one wonders if anyone is even acting (but hopes to heaven they are). Danny DeVito joined the cast in the second season, in one of the best roles on TV. DeVito is "Frank," the buddy dad that just wants to be part of the gang, the dad that looks good on paper, but the experience for his kids is more like taking care of a vicious dog that isn't potty-trained. Three of his four talented cohorts (Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, and Rob McElhenney) not only star in the series, but write it as well. Thanks to their new take on old themes and a willingness to stretch the boundaries of appropriateness and exploit the audiences' inner insecurities, originality is back on TV. However, you may find that there's too much whining and not much comedy value instead. I can see it both ways, but I greatly enjoy this show. I was also able to watch the entire first two seasons easily in one weekend. I bought this item on ebay because I knew I could find a better bargain than if I had gone to Walmart or another store.
Feb 28, 2010
A Good Smackdown, Nonetheless
The Marine will trigger a strong sense of deja vu for anyone who recalls the slapdash, slam-bang action fare that was standard-issue drive-in fodder during the 1970s. I was pleased with the Blu ray version with all the glory effects.
Feb 28, 2010
A CBS TV Sitcom Hit
The second season started out with the end of the first date between Penny (Kaley Cuoco) and Leonard (Johnny Galecki). Much of the show is supposed to revolved around them... the nerd wanting the hot chick. Surprisingly, the date seemed to go fine for the most part. It was Penny who made a mistake and let college come between them. It isn't very surprising for Penny to think that Leonard would become bored with her because she hasn't even graduated from a community college. Penny's way of thinking doesn't really change a whole lot through the second season.
I bought season 2 on ebay because I knew I could fine the complete set sealed for a much better value than if I had bought it at Walmart or another store.