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TV KID · 01-02-2004, 07:45 PM

Here I am, a grownup now, working in entertainment. I live here in Hollywood, know and work with producers, directors, actors, etc. and I still beef about how we're not making shows as great as The Andy Griffith Show.

In short, this show was about people and the human spirit. About tolerance and communication, misunderstandings and forgiveness. Honor and courage to boot.

In shorter: Family.

Not just blood kin, but the family that grows from faith and friendship.

I still say to this day, the rise in crime in the U.S. was in direct relation to when the Andy Griffith Show went off the air. Because not only was everyone at home watching it back then and didn't have time to commit crimes, but because they were reminded each week of why we should respect one another and stand by our values.

In addition, when I was a kid TV was only 10 years old. In those days actors were hard put to portray the type of characters that grabbed our attention that we could familiarize with. Reason being is in those days, we the people were our entertainment. So when a tv character had the chutzpah to get our attention it was a feat. We couldn't wait til the next week to see what would happen to Andy and the gang.

They still stand strong to this day.

bandito · 01-02-2004, 09:30 PM

Well said!

James · 01-07-2004, 01:09 AM

TV KID · 01-07-2004, 01:23 AM

Thanks gang!

Glad to know there are still folks who remember what 'Mayberry' means.

shutupdummy · 04-19-2004, 05:12 PM

Right on!

I love this show!
I think it just might be my favorite of all time?

barneyfife888 · 04-25-2004, 01:51 AM

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Originally posted by TV KID
Here I am, a grownup now, working in entertainment. I live here in Hollywood, know and work with producers, directors, actors, etc. and I still beef about how we're not making shows as great as The Andy Griffith Show.

In short, this show was about people and the human spirit. About tolerance and communication, misunderstandings and forgiveness. Honor and courage to boot.

In shorter: Family.

Not just blood kin, but the family that grows from faith and friendship.

I still say to this day, the rise in crime in the U.S. was in direct relation to when the Andy Griffith Show went off the air. Because not only was everyone at home watching it back then and didn't have time to commit crimes, but because they were reminded each week of why we should respect one another and stand by our values.

In addition, when I was a kid TV was only 10 years old. In those days actors were hard put to portray the type of characters that grabbed our attention that we could familiarize with. Reason being is in those days, we the people were our entertainment. So when a tv character had the chutzpah to get our attention it was a feat. We couldn't wait til the next week to see what would happen to Andy and the gang.

They still stand strong to this day.

I could not have said it any better, bravo.

nerrad · 04-28-2004, 02:56 PM

Well said.

TV KID · 04-28-2004, 03:26 PM

Thanks gang!

Feels real good to know that this show is remembered and still loved.

I wish they would do a new 'Return to Mayberry' thingie. I would write the script for free!

Matter of fact, lemme contact one of my agents and see what he says. What I have in mind is funny enough and pays great tribute to the actors and crew and fans of the show.

nerrad · 04-28-2004, 03:46 PM

The Andy Griffith Show is one of my top three favorite shows, ever. And this is coming from someone who is 36 years old. And black. I know that doesn't make a difference, but I grew up loving good times, the jeffersons, what's happening, etc. But I been attached to TAGS ever since I was a kid. If I were to tell friends that, they would think I was crazy. I don't care. I guess I loved it because:

My parents are from North Carolina and they could relate in a way. They used to always talk about how friendly the country is, everyone knowing one another, if you would do something bad, the neighbors would give you a spanking or snitch to your folks, how cheap everything was, how you could leave your door open at nights without any problems. And TAGS was exactly the same. I used to love listening to them (they're still living, by the way. In their 70's) reminisce about the good old days. I would joke about how happy Opie would be to get a nickle, and they would be like "Yeahhhhh, for a quarter, you could buy a whole bag of candy. And don't get a dollar".

I just became attached to it for those reasons and still love it to this day. I'm still waiting for the Official first season to come out. I've read where it was in the works.

TV KID · 04-28-2004, 03:57 PM

Nerrad, it doesn't matter what color you are to enjoy that show.

It had blacks in it but gradually. The later shows had more. It's just a sign of the times back then. Often on the show a different ethnic group would be spotlighted like when that Italian family moved into Mayberry and no one knew how to greet them. I will NEVER forget that when the Mayberry choir tried to make the Italian family feel welcome they sang what they thought was the Italian national anthem and they banged out a chorus of " O Sole Mio'.

People were screaming with laughter all through the neighborhood that night. It was the talk of the town for months and we have a large Italian American community in upstate NY.

The Andy Griffith Show was about 'people'. Good folks. That's all. It was about that transition from the old days to the new age of technology and how the things that are most important are how we treat one another.

My Dad came from the Carolinas too. He was glued to the set each week. I remember as a kid digging through a map of N. Carolina and seeing 'Mayberry' there. I thought it was real. I forgot if it was something someone put in the map as a joke or if there really was a Mayberry. I'll go check.

But you're right. Looking at those episodes and seeing things like bread costing 10 cents and a gallon of gas 35 cents is a shock.

I grew up that way. Didn't have to lock doors til the late 70s. Heck, a burglary was big news back then! They were rare because people had dogs at every house and other critters who'd chase a burglar down! I remember pet pigs tearing a burglar's ankles up big time back then.

I think in today's world the populations are so large it's tough to get to know one another. Some parts of the country it's simpler though.

01-02-2004, 07:45 PM	#1
TV KID Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 02, 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 6	They Don't Make Em' Better Here I am, a grownup now, working in entertainment. I live here in Hollywood, know and work with producers, directors, actors, etc. and I still beef about how we're not making shows as great as The Andy Griffith Show. In short, this show was about people and the human spirit. About tolerance and communication, misunderstandings and forgiveness. Honor and courage to boot. In shorter: Family. Not just blood kin, but the family that grows from faith and friendship. I still say to this day, the rise in crime in the U.S. was in direct relation to when the Andy Griffith Show went off the air. Because not only was everyone at home watching it back then and didn't have time to commit crimes, but because they were reminded each week of why we should respect one another and stand by our values. In addition, when I was a kid TV was only 10 years old. In those days actors were hard put to portray the type of characters that grabbed our attention that we could familiarize with. Reason being is in those days, we the people were our entertainment. So when a tv character had the chutzpah to get our attention it was a feat. We couldn't wait til the next week to see what would happen to Andy and the gang. They still stand strong to this day.
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01-02-2004, 09:30 PM	#2
bandito Going Topless Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 28, 2002 Location: The Steel City Posts: 6,320	Well said!
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04-28-2004, 02:56 PM	#7
nerrad Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 06, 2003 Location: pfunkytown Posts: 1,253	Ditto Well said.

01-07-2004, 01:09 AM	#3
James Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Jan 07, 2001 Location: Dayton, Ohio, USA Posts: 6,370

01-07-2004, 01:23 AM	#4
TV KID Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 02, 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 6	Thanks gang! Glad to know there are still folks who remember what 'Mayberry' means.

04-19-2004, 05:12 PM	#5
shutupdummy Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Feb 19, 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 36	Right on! I love this show! I think it just might be my favorite of all time?

04-28-2004, 03:26 PM	#8
TV KID Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 02, 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 6	Thanks gang! Feels real good to know that this show is remembered and still loved. I wish they would do a new 'Return to Mayberry' thingie. I would write the script for free! Matter of fact, lemme contact one of my agents and see what he says. What I have in mind is funny enough and pays great tribute to the actors and crew and fans of the show.

04-28-2004, 03:46 PM	#9
nerrad Member Senior Member Join Date: Oct 06, 2003 Location: pfunkytown Posts: 1,253	The Andy Griffith Show is one of my top three favorite shows, ever. And this is coming from someone who is 36 years old. And black. I know that doesn't make a difference, but I grew up loving good times, the jeffersons, what's happening, etc. But I been attached to TAGS ever since I was a kid. If I were to tell friends that, they would think I was crazy. I don't care. I guess I loved it because: My parents are from North Carolina and they could relate in a way. They used to always talk about how friendly the country is, everyone knowing one another, if you would do something bad, the neighbors would give you a spanking or snitch to your folks, how cheap everything was, how you could leave your door open at nights without any problems. And TAGS was exactly the same. I used to love listening to them (they're still living, by the way. In their 70's) reminisce about the good old days. I would joke about how happy Opie would be to get a nickle, and they would be like "Yeahhhhh, for a quarter, you could buy a whole bag of candy. And don't get a dollar". I just became attached to it for those reasons and still love it to this day. I'm still waiting for the Official first season to come out. I've read where it was in the works.

04-28-2004, 03:57 PM	#10
TV KID Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 02, 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 6	Nerrad, it doesn't matter what color you are to enjoy that show. It had blacks in it but gradually. The later shows had more. It's just a sign of the times back then. Often on the show a different ethnic group would be spotlighted like when that Italian family moved into Mayberry and no one knew how to greet them. I will NEVER forget that when the Mayberry choir tried to make the Italian family feel welcome they sang what they thought was the Italian national anthem and they banged out a chorus of " O Sole Mio'. People were screaming with laughter all through the neighborhood that night. It was the talk of the town for months and we have a large Italian American community in upstate NY. The Andy Griffith Show was about 'people'. Good folks. That's all. It was about that transition from the old days to the new age of technology and how the things that are most important are how we treat one another. My Dad came from the Carolinas too. He was glued to the set each week. I remember as a kid digging through a map of N. Carolina and seeing 'Mayberry' there. I thought it was real. I forgot if it was something someone put in the map as a joke or if there really was a Mayberry. I'll go check. But you're right. Looking at those episodes and seeing things like bread costing 10 cents and a gallon of gas 35 cents is a shock. I grew up that way. Didn't have to lock doors til the late 70s. Heck, a burglary was big news back then! They were rare because people had dogs at every house and other critters who'd chase a burglar down! I remember pet pigs tearing a burglar's ankles up big time back then. I think in today's world the populations are so large it's tough to get to know one another. Some parts of the country it's simpler though.