British vs. American comedy (house, shows, quote, memory, band)

tdoc210 · 12-09-2006, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by adidasss

So, gypsy music....I think it's Esma Ređepova....allright, it can pass off for world music, you did ok Mikey...

Have you seen Borat?
they do a very intersting dance...

Expletive Deleted · 12-09-2006, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by adidasss

What about the wonderful world of bittorrent? That's how I get to see all them wonderful shows...

Too much effort. I only use torrents for music and PC games.

Expletive Deleted · 12-09-2006, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Mamagarmr

Have you seen Borat?
they do a very intersting dance...

Oscar nominations for best song:

“O Kazakhstan” from “Borat Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan”

Wouldn't that be the best acceptance speech ever?

adidasss · 12-09-2006, 05:43 PM

Hmm...true, I suppose only losers from eastern Europe are stuck with downloading Tv shows...:fails at life:

~~[MERIT]~~ · 12-09-2006, 10:36 PM

While I enjoy the british comedy that Ive been exposed to (i.e. Monty Python

, The Office, Da Ali G Show [which actually isnt very funny, just a bit entertaining]), I must say Im partial to american comedy (of course, being american what did you expect?). Comedy Central has brought american comedy to the forefront of american culture, with shows like South Park (which wasnt expected to last past 1 episode), Reno 911 (which is a parody of the show "Cops"), and also by giving the limelight to up-and-coming comedians. NBC's "My Name is Earl" is also near the top of my list. I agree that british humur is more cutting edge and witty, while american humor is more in your face and creates much shock value, which in turn ups ratings, especially with shows like "Jackass" and its spin-offs "Viva la Bam" (which I personally hate) and "Wild Boyz". Fox also has a few gems in the form of "The Simpsons" (which no one can deny is funny), "Family Guy", and my personal favorite "Arrested Development".

Merkaba · 12-09-2006, 11:02 PM

^ I agree Reno 911 is ace, I love that show. On the other hand Jackass and WildBoyz and Viva La Bam all suck shit, and then some. The Simpsons are genius, always have been, Family Guy is cool but isn't half as comprehensive as the Simpsons imo.

Britain does have some of my favourite shows, Thin Blue Line, The Office and recently My Family, even if only for the sarcastic dad and the oldest son who seems to start a new business every day. Though Britain does do bland very well too, but probably not quite to the same shitness that is Will and Grace. And can I get a fuck yeah for Only Fools and Horses?

I like bits and pieces from both places, I love the British comic geniuses such as Ricky Gervais and Derick Haig, but I also love the American style of "piss taking", always entertaining when done well.

~~[MERIT]~~ · 12-09-2006, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Merkaba

^ I agree Reno 911 is ace, I love that show. On the other hand Jackass and WildBoyz and Viva La Bam all suck shit, and then some. The Simpsons are genius, always have been, Family Guy is cool but isn't half as comprehensive as the Simpsons imo.

Britain does have some of my favourite shows, Thin Blue Line, The Office and recently My Family, even if only for the sarcastic dad and the oldest son who seems to start a new business every day. Though Britain does do bland very well too, but probably not quite to the same shitness that is Will and Grace. And can I get a fuck yeah for Only Fools and Horses?

I like bits and pieces from both places, I love the British comic geniuses such as Ricky Gervais and Derick Haig, but I also love the American style of "piss taking", always entertaining when done well.

yeah, i was into "Jackass" when I was like 12, but i now agree its utter fertilizer. So have you ever seen "Arrested Development"? Its by far the best show on american television (with the exception of pro wrestling of course

)

Expletive Deleted · 12-09-2006, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by oojay

yeah, i was into "Jackass" when I was like 12, but i now agree its utter fertilizer. So have you ever seen "Arrested Development"? Its by far the best show on american television (with the exception of pro wrestling of course

)

Yeah, it sure is the best show on TV right now if you overlook the fact that it was cancelled months ago so Fox could make way for whatever ****ty reality show (or are game shows big again?) they put in its place.

~~[MERIT]~~ · 12-09-2006, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Expletive Deleted

Yeah, it sure is the best show on TV right now if you overlook the fact that it was cancelled months ago so Fox could make way for whatever ****ty reality show (or are game shows big again?) they put in its place.

its actually replayed several times a day on G4......................smartass.

adidasss · 12-10-2006, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Merkaba

^ I agree Reno 911 is ace, I love that show. On the other hand Jackass and WildBoyz and Viva La Bam all suck shit, and then some. The Simpsons are genius, always have been, Family Guy is cool but isn't half as comprehensive as the Simpsons imo.

Britain does have some of my favourite shows, Thin Blue Line, The Office and recently My Family, even if only for the sarcastic dad and the oldest son who seems to start a new business every day. Though Britain does do bland very well too, but probably not quite to the same shitness that is Will and Grace. And can I get a fuck yeah for Only Fools and Horses?

I like bits and pieces from both places, I love the British comic geniuses such as Ricky Gervais and Derick Haig, but I also love the American style of "piss taking", always entertaining when done well.

The last couple of seasons of The Simpsons are kinda weak actually...South Park pisses all over them. Not to mention that they're much more provocative.

Oh and Will and Grace is funny whachyatalkaboutfool?? Well not them exactly, but Karen and Jack, and Rosario.

12-09-2006, 05:43 PM	#24 (permalink)
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~~[MERIT]~~ Account Disabled Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Missouri, USA Posts: 4,814	While I enjoy the british comedy that Ive been exposed to (i.e. Monty Python, The Office, Da Ali G Show [which actually isnt very funny, just a bit entertaining]), I must say Im partial to american comedy (of course, being american what did you expect?). Comedy Central has brought american comedy to the forefront of american culture, with shows like South Park (which wasnt expected to last past 1 episode), Reno 911 (which is a parody of the show "Cops"), and also by giving the limelight to up-and-coming comedians. NBC's "My Name is Earl" is also near the top of my list. I agree that british humur is more cutting edge and witty, while american humor is more in your face and creates much shock value, which in turn ups ratings, especially with shows like "Jackass" and its spin-offs "Viva la Bam" (which I personally hate) and "Wild Boyz". Fox also has a few gems in the form of "The Simpsons" (which no one can deny is funny), "Family Guy", and my personal favorite "Arrested Development".

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Merkaba Whitewater! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New Zealand Posts: 2,885	^ I agree Reno 911 is ace, I love that show. On the other hand Jackass and WildBoyz and Viva La Bam all suck shit, and then some. The Simpsons are genius, always have been, Family Guy is cool but isn't half as comprehensive as the Simpsons imo. Britain does have some of my favourite shows, Thin Blue Line, The Office and recently My Family, even if only for the sarcastic dad and the oldest son who seems to start a new business every day. Though Britain does do bland very well too, but probably not quite to the same shitness that is Will and Grace. And can I get a fuck yeah for Only Fools and Horses? I like bits and pieces from both places, I love the British comic geniuses such as Ricky Gervais and Derick Haig, but I also love the American style of "piss taking", always entertaining when done well. __________________ She thinks I'm a reclusive genius, she's going to be very disappointed when she finds out i'm a reclusive wanker