motion Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 A drama? You're joking right? It's a comedy.
rokhed00 Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 A drama? You're joking right? It's a comedy. If it was a comedy it'd be funny, or at least make more of an effort to be funny. I suppose you think shite like Sex & the City is comedy too. I feel sorry for you, really I do.
Dante Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 If it was a comedy it'd be funny, or at least make more of an effort to be funny.I suppose you think shite like Sex & the City is comedy too. I feel sorry for you, really I do. Bad news Rokhed00, US TV are now making clones of it. The broadcast networks have pretty much finalized their pilot production slates for the 2007-08 television season. Least surprising trend: almost no intricately-serialized dramas. Blame the ratings disappointment of last year's 'Kidnapped,' 'The Nine,' and 'Six Degrees,' all of which tried, in different ways, to build on the aesthetics of shows like 'Lost' and '24.' Semi-surprising trend: Despite yet another bad year for half-hour comedy, networks in total ordered a few more sitcom pilots than they did last year. Just as orders were being finalized, lo, a genuine new comedy hit emerged: 'Rules of Engagement' on CBS. It's kind of the un-'Office': stalwart, multi-camera, domestic, broad. Its success may mean a tapering of edgier, failed fare like this year's big hopes 'Big Day' and "Knights of Prosperity,' at least on broadcast networks, and a retrenchment of traditional multi-camera shows. Overall trend in the drama pilots: Lots of female protagonists, lots of funny. The 'Ugly Betty' effect.
motion Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 If it was a comedy it'd be funny, or at least make more of an effort to be funny. It is funny. Hence why everyone on this topic likes it, except you. I suppose you think shite like Sex & the City is comedy too. Don't watch Sex in the City, but that's not a comedy. Ugly Betty is. I think it has drama aspects but if you had to file it under one header, it would be comedy. Just because YOU don't find it funny, doesn't make the genre of the show different. I feel sorry for you, really I do. Excuse me? Stupid tw@t.
mr_bogus Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 It's a drama in much the same way Ally McBeal was, they have comedic bits but it's still about the characters & their emotional issues.
Rummy Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 I'd say it's not a comedy, but it isn't drama either because it's so over the top. It's closer to comedy than drama, but I prefer calling it a dramedy
Katie Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 I watched it last night because my friend keeps saying how good it is but I still don't think much of it, and what's with those scenes that look like they're supposed to be in another show? (About a woman being dead/alive).
rokhed00 Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 It is funny. Hence why everyone on this topic likes it, except you. Selective blindness at work, I'm not the only person here saying it's not funny, or that they don't like it. It may have the odd amusing moment, dependent on whether or not you fit the shows obvious target demographic (female/metrosexual/gay), but at no time is it properly 'laugh out loud' funny. Don't watch Sex in the City, but that's not a comedy. Ugly Betty is. I think it has drama aspects but if you had to file it under one header, it would be comedy. Just because YOU don't find it funny, doesn't make the genre of the show different. If Sex in the City isn't a comedy why is it shown on the comedy channel? Ugly Betty is clearly the same type of show aimed at the same sort of people, along with other shows like Ally McBeal and Desperate Houswives, but yet again selective blindness stops you from seeing this. Excuse me? Stupid tw@t. Again, I pity you dearly.
motion Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 Selective blindness at work, I'm not the only person here saying it's not funny, or that they don't like it.It may have the odd amusing moment, dependent on whether or not you fit the shows obvious target demographic (female/metrosexual/gay), but at no time is it properly 'laugh out loud' funny. If Sex in the City isn't a comedy why is it shown on the comedy channel? Ugly Betty is clearly the same type of show aimed at the same sort of people, along with other shows like Ally McBeal and Desperate Houswives, but yet again selective blindness stops you from seeing this. I really really pity you mate. Bloody hell, can't imagine what it's like to think like that and be like you. I feel sorry for you. Never mind, chin up eh?
rokhed00 Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 can't imagine what it's like to think like that and be like you. That's what becomes of being closed minded.
Jav_NE Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 Hate it. Think its unbelievably shallow and i cannot believe it won awards over more funnier shows like Desperate Housewives that actually have content. Piffle. Just goes to show how fickle alot of our population is, how they can sit and enjoy watching a show about appearances.
AshMat Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 It's not a comedy. I haven't laughed at it once but i love it for the storylines. Y'know motion, stuff doesn't have to be a comedy for people to like it.
Daft Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 All I have to say is, who gives a rats arse! Selma Hayek is in it! Nuff said!
motion Posted February 25, 2007 Posted February 25, 2007 It's not a comedy. I haven't laughed at it once but i love it for the storylines. Y'know motion, stuff doesn't have to be a comedy for people to like it. Who said they did?
AshMat Posted February 25, 2007 Posted February 25, 2007 Who said they did? It is funny. Hence why everyone on this topic likes it, except you. You're basically saying everyone lieks it because it's funny. Which it isn't.
motion Posted February 25, 2007 Posted February 25, 2007 No, re-read what I said. Perhaps slower this time so you can understand properly. You think it's not funny, I do. Some on this thread do, some don't.
rokhed00 Posted February 25, 2007 Posted February 25, 2007 No, re-read what I said. Perhaps slower this time so you can understand properly. You think it's not funny, I do. Some on this thread do, some don't. You also said that everyone, except for me, likes it, which is clearly a big bag of bollocks. You are obviously suffering from the 'I like it so what anybody else thinks is irrelevant' syndrome.
motion Posted February 25, 2007 Posted February 25, 2007 Ok, "most people" then. As opposed to you who hates it so suddenly decides that anyone who does actually like it needs help?
Caris Posted February 25, 2007 Posted February 25, 2007 People dont watch it for the comedy, cuase there isnt any. people watch it for the story.
motion Posted February 25, 2007 Posted February 25, 2007 I suppose you must be partial to the fashion world/lifestyle.
rokhed00 Posted February 25, 2007 Posted February 25, 2007 Ok, "most people" then. As opposed to you who hates it so suddenly decides that anyone who does actually like it needs help? When did I say I hate it, not once have I expressed my opinion on the show other than it's labeling as a comedy. It's not my cup of tea, but I'm sure it's a well put together drama, whether you like it or not, for its target audience
Slaggis Posted May 4, 2007 Posted May 4, 2007 Its got way better now, its turned into more of a comedy. + Lucy liu's now in it, how can u not watch it?
mcj metroid Posted May 4, 2007 Posted May 4, 2007 i've never actually seen it ....ok i'll leave quietly
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