K-9 Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 Norman Lear is 96? He looks the same as he did when he launched these two groundbreaking and iconic shows. While the material is still relevant, I lament that today’s generation just can’t handle language. And that’s a shame because it really gets in the way of the message. 4
Gugny Posted May 23, 2019 Author Posted May 23, 2019 1 hour ago, K-9 said: Norman Lear is 96? He looks the same as he did when he launched these two groundbreaking and iconic shows. While the material is still relevant, I lament that today’s generation just can’t handle language. And that’s a shame because it really gets in the way of the message. Even back then, the language was taboo. But TV networks weren't afraid of it. That language ... and shows like All in the Family, The Jeffersons, What's Happenin' and Good Times ... they appealed to RATIONAL PEOPLE and they were educational. They creatively and, with humor, helped people understand that although cultures may be different, people can still be equally good people. Norman Lear is a genius and his heart and brain have always been in the right place. To your point ... it is a Goddamn shame that our society can no longer appreciate, or enjoy, this form of art as a teaching mechanism. 2
Gugny Posted May 23, 2019 Author Posted May 23, 2019 I watched about the first 15 minutes of the All in the Family episode. I didn't realize they were going to be re-creating an actual episode/sticking to script. I thought that was cool. Harrelson and Tomei were good Archie/Edith, I thought. Meathead was good and Gloria was SMOKING HOT. The Mets game was a good one, so I just stuck it back on SNY and kept it there. I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of the special, but I already think it is definitely something that should only be done once in a while.
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 15 hours ago, 4merper4mer said: Spoiler alert:. The Mets blow. who swept the GNATS this series 9 hours ago, Boca BIlls said: Was it good? It was good if you just wanted to see the show as it was line for line with different actors. It was funnier watching Jamie Fox over emulate George Jefferson. His body movements toned down in The Jeffersons segment. I have no idea who the guy was that brought the cake was. Almost useless.
Another Fan Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 31 minutes ago, ShadyBillsFan said: who swept the GNATS this series. It’s actually a 4 game series but it looks like it’s gonna be rained out I can appreciate the effort last night but I’ll stick to the reruns 1
The Poojer Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 (edited) I watched the first 30-40 minutes. thought it was very well done.Marissa Tomei was an awesome Edith. Jamie Foxx was perfect as George. Really enjoyed what i saw 1 hour ago, ShadyBillsFan said: who swept the GNATS this series It was good if you just wanted to see the show as it was line for line with different actors. It was funnier watching Jamie Fox over emulate George Jefferson. His body movements toned down in The Jeffersons segment. I have no idea who the guy was that brought the cake was. Almost useless. That was Irene's husband...can't remember his name but he was a good addition last nite. Wish I'd stuck around for the jeffersons part, heard Marla Gibbs reprised her role Edited May 23, 2019 by The Poojer
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 1 hour ago, The Poojer said: I watched the first 30-40 minutes. thought it was very well done.Marissa Tomei was an awesome Edith. Jamie Foxx was perfect as George. Really enjoyed what i saw That was Irene's husband...can't remember his name but he was a good addition last nite. Wish I'd stuck around for the jeffersons part, heard Marla Gibbs reprised her role yes she did ... with every word I don't remember who Irene was either
Ned Flanders Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 The All in the Family episode was terrible...had to leave 10 minutes in it was so bad. Harrleson's acting seemed forced. Jeffersons was tolerable, Foxx saved that episode. How about Norman Lear at 96? And flying over 50 combat missions during WWII? For that sir, I tip my porkpie hat to you. 1
Misterbluesky Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 5 hours ago, Another Fan said: It’s actually a 4 game series but it looks like it’s gonna be rained out I can appreciate the effort last night but I’ll stick to the reruns Would it have killed Edith or Gloria to buy Arch a Mets t-shirt..they lived Queens for crying out loud. Doug Heffernan was the man...he always sported Mets gear on his two shows.
Another Fan Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 33 minutes ago, Misterbluesky said: Would it have killed Edith or Gloria to buy Arch a Mets t-shirt..they lived Queens for crying out loud. Doug Heffernan was the man...he always sported Mets gear on his two shows. Actually I remember an episode where the meathead was talking about how he was excited about the Mets
Misterbluesky Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 6 minutes ago, Another Fan said: Actually I remember an episode where the meathead was talking about how he was excited about the Mets Be neat if you could find it.?
Gugny Posted May 23, 2019 Author Posted May 23, 2019 17 minutes ago, Another Fan said: Actually I remember an episode where the meathead was talking about how he was excited about the Mets 11 minutes ago, Misterbluesky said: Be neat if you could find it.? After a quick google search, it looks like the Mets were talked about quite a bit during All in the Family and Archie Bunker's place. Meathead, Arch and George Jefferson were all Mets fans. I can't access youtube at work, but you can find them if you look. LGM!!
Another Fan Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 (edited) 49 minutes ago, Misterbluesky said: Be neat if you could find it.? 36 minutes ago, Gugny said: After a quick google search, it looks like the Mets were talked about quite a bit during All in the Family and Archie Bunker's place. Meathead, Arch and George Jefferson were all Mets fans. I can't access youtube at work, but you can find them if you look. LGM!! Go to 21:25. One of the funniest episodes I remember so maybe why it stands out in my head Edited May 23, 2019 by Another Fan 1
Misterbluesky Posted May 23, 2019 Posted May 23, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Another Fan said: Go to 21:25. One of the funniest episodes I remember so maybe why it stands out in my head Thanks..that's some entertaining stuff. Edited May 23, 2019 by Misterbluesky
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