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Top Ten TV Programmes...Ever! |
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04/07/07 (254 review reads) |
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Advantages: large variety of shows old and new provide hours and hours of entertainment
Disadvantages: some have to be imported or sourced from importers
Admittedly this is a bit of a fluff review. I think it does serve a purpose, however. Firstly, people can look at my profile and read reviews I may have done on the programmes I mention (I have covered some of these, but not all…YET). Secondly, broadcasters and merchants can make money off those who decide to check the shows out in person. Not a bad deal, and at the very least, you the reader will get a bit of insight into me the person. These are not necessarily in order.
10. Star Trek
I am going to include ALL the series shown on TV here, but kudos go out to the original most of all. These set a benchmark that the others followed. Idealism to the ready! What do i like most about this show? It taught me a lot about implementing tolerance and helped kindle a love for science and space in particular.
9. Firefly
Joss Whedon came up with another fantastic idea for show after Buffy and Angel, and Fox butchered its release. This is the little show hardly anyone heard of, that has become a cult phenomenon. Funny, thought provoking, and just damn good. Watch it. You have NEVER seen anything like it. I hate to say anything more really, as I could go on and on about. You can however, read more by looking the series up on here; I wrote a nice little review and you can see there exactly why I am so potty about it.
8. Battlestar Galactica
The new series. Stunning visuals, and long arcing storylines, I am finding myself watching to see how the next episodes that follow on clear up what previously seemed pointless, irrelevant, or anticlimactic. Why? Because one thing I have learned from this show, is nothing is ever what it seems, especially with those Cylons. It is also a show that draws unashamed parallels to current political events, giving the “good guys” black eyes when they deserve it, revealing all too well the human frailty of our leaders, and the foibles of the public. It also poses interesting philosophical questions about responsibility. I find myself looking as much forward to the conclusion to see it all wrapped up as I am dreading losing such an experience from my live TV viewing schedule.
7. JAG.
Gripping storylines, and providing a fascinating look into the US Code of Military justice and its application, this character driven show combined very serious topics with a touch of humour. The storylines encapsulate current involvement in the Gulf War and the War on Terror, being of recent vintage, and in many ways came to loosely be a sort of MASH, dealing with honour, justice, and integrity, but from the dedicated career officer with a conscience point of view, and set in the legal field as opposed to the medical. I gained a lot of respect for the Navy watching this (saying a lot as being from an Army background, we traditionally have a rivalry lol). Think Perry Mason in the navyy and much dishier looking lead!
6. The Andy Griffith Show.
Sheriff Andy Taylor is a widower trying to raise his son in rural North Carolina. His Aunt Bea is there to lend a female touch to the household, and his cousin Barney is generously given the position of deputy though he is an utter boob. In turns deeply comic as well as serious in some of the topics handled, this show was number 1in the US for several years in the 60’s, yet somehow missed being imported here during that eras vigorous importing of American television. It is treat that was sorely missed, as attested to my friends and family here who have became staunch fans and nag for us to get the next box set. I have to say outright here we all love this show because it is gently humourous, but each one has food for thought.
5. Gomer Pyle.
This is another little gem from the 60’s that never made it over and is a spin of The Andy Griffith Show. Poor gormless Gomer goes from garage petrol pump attendant in Mayberry to the US Marine Corps, where the hapless Sgt. Carter tries to mold him into a Marine. This is pure comedy gold and is suitable for the entire family. This show is legendary in the US and has been honoured in reality by the US Marine Corps.
4. Bewitched.
I remain as entranced by the delightful escapades Samantha found herself in today as I first did in the 70’s when I first watched this. Barely dated, this is a comedy classic that stands the test of time well. I have to admit she was one of my big TV role models for being a housewife and mother , though sadly I can't twitch my nose like that!
3. LOST.
This is a seriously odd programme. We know what has happened, but are completely in the dark about what has been going on. This makes it compulsive viewing, as we hope to find out the answers. ARGH! It’s too long 'til the next series!
2. NCIS.
When is a spin off not a spin off? When the plot that introduces the series is merely a crossover episode and happens to take place at the same Naval premises. Watch these guys go after murderers, terrorists, treasonous members of the Navy/Marines or their civilian employees, and get ready for more forensics than CSI can shake a stick at. The twists and turns are unpredictable and despite each epsiode wrapping up the case, there are longer story arcs to keep the flow going, just as it would in a real place. The quirky mix of cast helps enliven the storylines and makes for very entertaining TV.
1. MASH.
This is one of the very few shows that I can watch episodes from an unlimited number of times, and stop everything else to pay attention to it. Relevant today and perhaps sadly undated, it speaks to a part of the psyche that we often ignore to our detriment. I think we should make the politicians sit and watch these in marathons from the DVDS.
So there you have it. It may seem an eclectic mix, but nonetheless these are the top ten faves you will catch me watching. Now had it been top 20….
Summary: Thanks to Sattelite and proliferation of DVD boxsets, I always have something great to watch
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