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Dean Winchester · 11-09-2007, 01:31 AM

while "Curb Your Enthusiasm" is the logical 00's Seinfeld, since it was created by the same guy (Larry David), it's technically cheating so I'd exempt that from the list even tho I really do like that show as well.

It's dawned on me the more I watch the show that with all of the shows that have played the "We're the new Seinfeld" card, Corner Gas is the only one that seems to really deliver. Brent is very much the Jerry of the ensemble, and the intertwining storylines, distinct music score, "no hugging, no learning" situations, character interactions, etc... reminds me a lot of Seinfeld, which is a really good thing. It accomplished on many levels what a lot of shows have tried to do but failed. Plus, unlike the Seinfeld wannabes, Corner Gas managed to be something, a key element that only Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm has succeeded at being: FUNNY.

Ireneparalegal · 11-09-2007, 01:38 AM

I never thought of the comparison to Seinfeld, but now that you have pointed it out, I can surely see it. CG is definitely unique, as was Seinfeld. CG is a small cast. It doesn't rely on big name celebs to star on the show.
The several storylines that we are presented in each episode are done in such a way that they don't drag on. The current show PUSHING DAISIES has a narrator on the show who feels the need to tell the audience exactly what they are watching, apparently viewing the actors doing something isn't enough, you must be told as well what is playing out.

CG has those "quick takes" where we are shown something real fast to help tell the story.

Mikado · 11-09-2007, 02:47 AM

It's been compared to Seinfeld for years, up here in Canada , mind you, other than the stories not really having a "point", i dont really see it

I would like to see the relationship between Brent and Lacey heat up a bit...not to the point of kissy-mushy, but, at least to the point where you KNOW they love each other "deep down", at this point, it's suggested , but, you never are totally certain about it< Which works ok, but, gets kind of tedious after awhile

Mikado · 11-09-2007, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

CG has those "quick takes" where we are shown something real fast to help tell the story.

Those are my favorite part of the show, whether its to show a Howler headline, something a character is thinking (but not saying) or, to screw around with TV convention, such as the time Brent and Hank are recalling when they played a game of knuckles for Hanks hockey card, and Brent says "I remember that game......" and they quick take to a couple kids who look like a young Brent and Hank playing knuckles, only....it turns out to be a couple kids who just happen to be playing the game as the real Hank and Brent walk by, rather than a flashback!

< now THAT is Brent Butt's GENIUS!!!!!

yup! yup!

Ireneparalegal · 11-09-2007, 11:34 PM

The show Bernie Mac did those quick takes too. I love Bernie Mac. It is also unique and had its own style of telling a story.

Mikado · 11-10-2007, 12:42 AM

Ive never seen that show Irene

Ireneparalegal · 11-10-2007, 12:44 AM

I know you haven't. I talked abt it before and you said you weren't familiar with the show. It was on FOX. It is now seen in syndication.

Mikado · 11-10-2007, 12:56 AM

I think YOB is watching it NOW

Ireneparalegal · 11-10-2007, 12:57 AM

YOB is so damn cute. He is right up there with Stewie...you know, it isn't easy being green.

Mikado · 11-10-2007, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

YOB is so damn cute. He is right up there with Stewie...you know, it isn't easy being green.

Someday in the near-future, you'll have changed your avatar and someone will be reading this and going "HUH??"

Ireneparalegal · 11-10-2007, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Mikado

Someday in the near-future, you'll have changed your avatar and someone will be reading this and going "HUH??"

This is true.

They might think it was Kermit and we are dorks for posting YOB!

11-09-2007, 01:31 AM	#1
Dean Winchester Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 28, 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 14,803	worthy of being the Seinfeld of the 00's? while "Curb Your Enthusiasm" is the logical 00's Seinfeld, since it was created by the same guy (Larry David), it's technically cheating so I'd exempt that from the list even tho I really do like that show as well. It's dawned on me the more I watch the show that with all of the shows that have played the "We're the new Seinfeld" card, Corner Gas is the only one that seems to really deliver. Brent is very much the Jerry of the ensemble, and the intertwining storylines, distinct music score, "no hugging, no learning" situations, character interactions, etc... reminds me a lot of Seinfeld, which is a really good thing. It accomplished on many levels what a lot of shows have tried to do but failed. Plus, unlike the Seinfeld wannabes, Corner Gas managed to be something, a key element that only Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm has succeeded at being: FUNNY.

11-09-2007, 01:38 AM	#2
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,689	I never thought of the comparison to Seinfeld, but now that you have pointed it out, I can surely see it. CG is definitely unique, as was Seinfeld. CG is a small cast. It doesn't rely on big name celebs to star on the show. The several storylines that we are presented in each episode are done in such a way that they don't drag on. The current show PUSHING DAISIES has a narrator on the show who feels the need to tell the audience exactly what they are watching, apparently viewing the actors doing something isn't enough, you must be told as well what is playing out. CG has those "quick takes" where we are shown something real fast to help tell the story.
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11-09-2007, 02:47 AM	#3
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,880	It's been compared to Seinfeld for years, up here in Canada , mind you, other than the stories not really having a "point", i dont really see it I would like to see the relationship between Brent and Lacey heat up a bit...not to the point of kissy-mushy, but, at least to the point where you KNOW they love each other "deep down", at this point, it's suggested , but, you never are totally certain about it< Which works ok, but, gets kind of tedious after awhile

11-09-2007, 11:34 PM	#5
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,689	The show Bernie Mac did those quick takes too. I love Bernie Mac. It is also unique and had its own style of telling a story.

11-10-2007, 12:42 AM	#6
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,880	Ive never seen that show Irene

11-10-2007, 12:44 AM	#7
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,689	I know you haven't. I talked abt it before and you said you weren't familiar with the show. It was on FOX. It is now seen in syndication.

11-10-2007, 12:56 AM	#8
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,880	I think YOB is watching it NOW

11-10-2007, 12:57 AM	#9
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,689	YOB is so damn cute. He is right up there with Stewie...you know, it isn't easy being green.