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TVFactFan · 08-13-2004, 08:35 PM

that John Amos did not appear in?

The Baby
Michael's Big Fall
A Place to Die
J.J in Trouble

"Michael's Big Fall" was good but the episodes-(The Baby) and (J.J in Trouble) was very UNWATCHABLE IMO

vashti1999 · 08-13-2004, 08:53 PM

I'd say both "Michael's Big Fall" and "The Baby" were kind of boring but they weren't unwatchable to me. I thought "JJ in Trouble" was a funny episode, and I already told you about "A Place To Die". I'm the type where I'm still gonna like the episodes because it's a show I grew up watching and liking alot, so I'm going to like almost every episode regardless if it's not as good as others. The only unwatchable episode for me is "The Judy Cohen Story"

TVFactFan · 08-13-2004, 08:58 PM

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Originally posted by vashti1999
I'd say both "Michael's Big Fall" and "The Baby" were kind of boring but they weren't unwatchable to me. I thought "JJ in Trouble" was a funny episode, and I already told you about "A Place To Die". I'm the type where I'm still gonna like the episodes because it's a show I grew up watching and liking alot, so I'm going to like almost every episode regardless if it's not as good as others. The only unwatchable episode for me is "The Judy Cohen Story"

What was boring about Michael's Big Fall?

vashti1999 · 08-13-2004, 09:38 PM

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Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
What was boring about Michael's Big Fall?

It didn't seem like a typical GT episode with James and the family, it was pretty much getting familiar with Lou Gossett's character, then a visit to Michael's school.

laneyday · 08-14-2004, 08:11 PM

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Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
that John Amos did not appear in?

The Baby
Michael's Big Fall
A Place to Die
J.J in Trouble

"Michael's Big Fall" was good but the episodes-(The Baby) and (J.J in Trouble) was very UNWATCHABLE IMO

I thought they were alright but for some reason I was thinking that John Amos was starting to have problems with the producers at this point when he was absent. That's just my first thought I could be wrong.

TVFactFan · 08-14-2004, 10:40 PM

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Originally posted by laneyday
I thought they were alright but for some reason I was thinking that John Amos was starting to have problems with the producers at this point when he was absent. That's just my first thought I could be wrong.

THat was the reason. He was having disagreements with the writers and producers which is why he was missing in 4 eps of that season. Esther Rolle was also having problems with the producers which is why she was absent in the episode J.J in Trouble.

laneyday · 08-15-2004, 12:20 PM

I thought so.

TVFactFan · 08-15-2004, 12:25 PM

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Originally posted by laneyday
I thought so.

Did you the crazy explanation for his absence in the episode-"A Place to Die" He was supposed to be working at a job out of town-LOL

laneyday · 08-15-2004, 01:14 PM

Yeah I remember that. That's when I really got suspicious.

TVFactFan · 08-15-2004, 01:18 PM

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Originally posted by laneyday
Yeah I remember that. That's when I really got suspicious.

When i heard that i said to myself-"He is Out of town at a job doing WHAT??????-LOL

Lady T · 08-18-2004, 01:42 PM

So far...I have enjoyed the 3rd Season DVD of Good Times; though John Amos was not in a few episodes; I still consider the 3rd season to been one of my favorites

Lady T · 08-18-2004, 01:44 PM

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Originally posted by TVShow Analyzer
that John Amos did not appear in?

The Baby
Michael's Big Fall
A Place to Die
J.J in Trouble

"Michael's Big Fall" was good but the episodes-(The Baby) and (J.J in Trouble) was very UNWATCHABLE IMO

I thought "The Baby" episode was very enjoyable, regardless if James Evans was absent or not...

knl9674 · 08-18-2004, 04:28 PM

I am enjoying Season 3. But I notice that this season, they seem to dive into juicier and more socially relevant topics (STDs, drugs, healthcare) vs the family getting hustled for some encyclopedias. The show is much more serious and not has heavy on the laughs...there are some teary scenes with both the family and their guests.

Another thing, this is the breakout of JJ. If you notice, he has more lines than anyone else on most of the episodes. Also, notice the opening credits. Originally, each of the adults had their own spot and the kids were all together. Jimmie Walker is not solo with his nameslot and even gets a reference to his character. This was the telltale sign where the show was headed and obviously explains all of the probs that John and Esther were having with the creative direction of the show.

My husband was not a fan but got one look at Thelma and BAM, anytime I put on the DVD, he's right there. Thelma is truly a natural beauty...this can not be said about many of the AA women on television today. I think she is beautiful and would like to know what she's doing now...if anyone knows.

ALSO: is it just me, or is Michael starting to act just a little gay? I've always thought that he was (I do believe he is in real life) but you can really see it here. Especially in his rendition of "When you're in love" on the "Rent Party" episode. Nothing wrong with that, but I've always thought that about him.

My fav episode: JJ Fiance. Where exactly was Debbie Allen going with no money (Thelma's purse was left in the room) in Indiana?

Just my 2 cents...

Lady T · 08-18-2004, 07:17 PM

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Originally posted by knl9674
I am enjoying Season 3. But I notice that this season, they seem to dive into juicier and more socially relevant topics (STDs, drugs, healthcare) vs the family getting hustled for some encyclopedias. The show is much more serious and not has heavy on the laughs...there are some teary scenes with both the family and their guests.

Another thing, this is the breakout of JJ. If you notice, he has more lines than anyone else on most of the episodes. Also, notice the opening credits. Originally, each of the adults had their own spot and the kids were all together. Jimmie Walker is not solo with his nameslot and even gets a reference to his character. This was the telltale sign where the show was headed and obviously explains all of the probs that John and Esther were having with the creative direction of the show.

My husband was not a fan but got one look at Thelma and BAM, anytime I put on the DVD, he's right there. Thelma is truly a natural beauty...this can not be said about many of the AA women on television today. I think she is beautiful and would like to know what she's doing now...if anyone knows.

ALSO: is it just me, or is Michael starting to act just a little gay? I've always thought that he was (I do believe he is in real life) but you can really see it here. Especially in his rendition of "When you're in love" on the "Rent Party" episode. Nothing wrong with that, but I've always thought that about him.

My fav episode: JJ Fiance. Where exactly was Debbie Allen going with no money (Thelma's purse was left in the room) in Indiana?

Just my 2 cents...

BernNadette Stanis is now working on a project titled Land of the Free which is currently in pre-production. Stanis will be playing a psychiatrist...

TVFactFan · 08-18-2004, 08:39 PM

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Originally posted by knl9674
I am enjoying Season 3. But I notice that this season, they seem to dive into juicier and more socially relevant topics (STDs, drugs, healthcare) vs the family getting hustled for some encyclopedias. The show is much more serious and not has heavy on the laughs...there are some teary scenes with both the family and their guests.

Another thing, this is the breakout of JJ. If you notice, he has more lines than anyone else on most of the episodes. Also, notice the opening credits. Originally, each of the adults had their own spot and the kids were all together. Jimmie Walker is not solo with his nameslot and even gets a reference to his character. This was the telltale sign where the show was headed and obviously explains all of the probs that John and Esther were having with the creative direction of the show.

My husband was not a fan but got one look at Thelma and BAM, anytime I put on the DVD, he's right there. Thelma is truly a natural beauty...this can not be said about many of the AA women on television today. I think she is beautiful and would like to know what she's doing now...if anyone knows.

ALSO: is it just me, or is Michael starting to act just a little gay? I've always thought that he was (I do believe he is in real life) but you can really see it here. Especially in his rendition of "When you're in love" on the "Rent Party" episode. Nothing wrong with that, but I've always thought that about him.

My fav episode: JJ Fiance. Where exactly was Debbie Allen going with no money (Thelma's purse was left in the room) in Indiana?

Just my 2 cents...

It was mentioned in the 1975 Issue of Ebony Magazine that the show was going to deal with more serious issues for season 3 and that they were going to give J.J a job. Also i agree with you, Michael's feminine ways were more noticeable in the 3rd season. It was also strange for a 14 year old boy to call his father-"DADDY"-LOL Michael called him Daddy a lot in that season.

08-13-2004, 08:35 PM	#1
TVFactFan Member Forum Junkie Join Date: Aug 17, 2002 Posts: 99,062	Question for Those who bought season 3 DVD, what are your thoughts on the Episodes that John Amos did not appear in? The Baby Michael's Big Fall A Place to Die J.J in Trouble "Michael's Big Fall" was good but the episodes-(The Baby) and (J.J in Trouble) was very UNWATCHABLE IMO

08-13-2004, 08:53 PM	#2
vashti1999 NY METS - #1 Forum Fanatic Join Date: Oct 14, 2003 Location: The world's greatest city - New York City Posts: 11,404	I'd say both "Michael's Big Fall" and "The Baby" were kind of boring but they weren't unwatchable to me. I thought "JJ in Trouble" was a funny episode, and I already told you about "A Place To Die". I'm the type where I'm still gonna like the episodes because it's a show I grew up watching and liking alot, so I'm going to like almost every episode regardless if it's not as good as others. The only unwatchable episode for me is "The Judy Cohen Story"
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08-15-2004, 12:20 PM	#7
laneyday Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 18, 2003 Location: brampton, ontario Posts: 313	I thought so.

08-15-2004, 01:14 PM	#9
laneyday Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 18, 2003 Location: brampton, ontario Posts: 313	Yeah I remember that. That's when I really got suspicious.

08-18-2004, 01:42 PM	#11
Lady T Member Forum Star Join Date: Apr 20, 2003 Posts: 17,361	So far...I have enjoyed the 3rd Season DVD of Good Times; though John Amos was not in a few episodes; I still consider the 3rd season to been one of my favorites

08-18-2004, 04:28 PM	#13
knl9674 Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 18, 2004 Location: NYC Posts: 231	I am enjoying Season 3. But I notice that this season, they seem to dive into juicier and more socially relevant topics (STDs, drugs, healthcare) vs the family getting hustled for some encyclopedias. The show is much more serious and not has heavy on the laughs...there are some teary scenes with both the family and their guests. Another thing, this is the breakout of JJ. If you notice, he has more lines than anyone else on most of the episodes. Also, notice the opening credits. Originally, each of the adults had their own spot and the kids were all together. Jimmie Walker is not solo with his nameslot and even gets a reference to his character. This was the telltale sign where the show was headed and obviously explains all of the probs that John and Esther were having with the creative direction of the show. My husband was not a fan but got one look at Thelma and BAM, anytime I put on the DVD, he's right there. Thelma is truly a natural beauty...this can not be said about many of the AA women on television today. I think she is beautiful and would like to know what she's doing now...if anyone knows. ALSO: is it just me, or is Michael starting to act just a little gay? I've always thought that he was (I do believe he is in real life) but you can really see it here. Especially in his rendition of "When you're in love" on the "Rent Party" episode. Nothing wrong with that, but I've always thought that about him. My fav episode: JJ Fiance. Where exactly was Debbie Allen going with no money (Thelma's purse was left in the room) in Indiana? Just my 2 cents...