Comments on: What the Manolo Is…

By: Jenzilla

Jenzilla — Thu, 17 Nov 2005 04:40:07 +0000

“South Park” has good storylines and situations. There’s a moral in every episode.

You know, I learned something today…

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 21:43:12 +0000

Jed . . . Jedi. . . Coincidence? I don’t think so. . .

By: Almost Girl

Almost Girl — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 21:12:38 +0000

I had no idea tha Manolo was so into academic fashion!

By: Donna B

Donna B — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 20:17:06 +0000

I hate that show. But thoughtful analysis of any creative endeavor is always intriguing to me. In this case, the critic trumps the work of “art”!

By: Norma Desmond

Norma Desmond — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 19:48:42 +0000

“NO YELLING”….

Er, which Beverly Hillbillies are you remembering, dear? My recollection is of Granny howling at the top of her lungs at every opportunity. However, that is probably because the show set my teeth on edge. If you enjoyed it, mazel tov.

By: Mimi

Mimi — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 17:23:13 +0000

Once again the Manolo has identified virtue in the so-called ordinary, and has eloquently and succinctly described it. And Foreigndevil has taken it a step further. Thank you both—I’ve always loved The Beverly Hillbillies and Green Acres, and I couldn’t agree with you more.

By: Uncle Miltie

Uncle Miltie — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 16:46:30 +0000

The “Wise Fool,” a truly ironic character, has been a staple for the ages, and Jed is a fine one.

By: foreign devil

foreign devil — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 16:03:44 +0000

We didn’t realize how lucky we were when they had comedy as innovative as the ‘Hillbillies’. Well written, cute and funny with well-drawn stereotypes and NO YELLING which is supposed to pass for hilarious comedy. I always found it a bit too cute for my taste but if you like half-hour comedy stuff, this show and ‘Green Acres’ set the Gold Standard. After this came shows like ‘Maude’ and then ‘Golden Girls’. Still half-hour comedy format but not the ‘relentless’ push on every line being funny the way they’re written today. The story line was allowed to develop throughout the show and each week one character’s ‘personality or character flaws’ would lead the rest of the cast on a merry dance. When you really examine the premise behind each show, there was always a kernel of ‘truth’ on which they were based, which in proving true, was the punchline as well. Today, comedy is personality driven and therefore there’s no story line. It’s merely a showcase for the ‘star’s’ quirks and to give the fans a taste of their idol each week. Not based on good storylines and situations.

By: The Scarlett

The Scarlett — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 14:45:26 +0000

Gah! make that “coupled” and “surprised” … cursed submit thingy without the ability to edit!!!!

By: The Scarlett

The Scarlett — Tue, 15 Nov 2005 14:43:42 +0000

OMG … Mr. Dysdale as Id and Miss Hathaway as Super Ego?? Anyone attempting to psychoanalyze The Beverly Hillbillies has way more time than sensibility.

A suprising choice, Manolo, especially when couple with your listening and reading selections! It’s nice to be surpised, no?