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Every single Britisher I've talked to is almost embarrassed about MYL, and readily declares he doesn't like it. Except one, and he's a Greek Cypriot, whose parents emigrated in the 60s. On the other hand, every Indian I know who's seen the series finds it hilarious. From some forums I came across, it's also true of Pakistanis, Africans, etc. I'm wondering if this is a case of extreme Political correctness on the side of the Britishers? Perhaps the British I met are getting offended on our behalf? :confused:
Cheers, Vıkram.
Carpe Diem.
I barely remember MYL - I don't really watch TV much, but I doubt it's ever been repeated possibly due to PC concerns. The same is - or at least was - true of In Sickness and in Health and whatever the sequel was. Anyway, some more - and better - comedies for you to try: Porridge Rising Damp The Rise and Fall of Reginald Perrin The Likely lads Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads Auf Wiedersehen, Pet! (this one'll clue you in to what Pete O'Hanlon (probably) sounds like)
print "http://www.codeproject.com".toURL().text Ain't that Groovy?
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Every single Britisher I've talked to is almost embarrassed about MYL, and readily declares he doesn't like it. Except one, and he's a Greek Cypriot, whose parents emigrated in the 60s. On the other hand, every Indian I know who's seen the series finds it hilarious. From some forums I came across, it's also true of Pakistanis, Africans, etc. I'm wondering if this is a case of extreme Political correctness on the side of the Britishers? Perhaps the British I met are getting offended on our behalf? :confused:
Cheers, Vıkram.
Carpe Diem.
Oh, and also: Blackadder (series 2-4, but not series 1). And if you can find it, there was a series in the 80's called A very peculiar practice. Which came and then vanished never to be seen again. I know of only three other people on the planet that saw this when it was on - which is the only evidence I have that I didn't dream the whole program up.
print "http://www.codeproject.com".toURL().text Ain't that Groovy?
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I barely remember MYL - I don't really watch TV much, but I doubt it's ever been repeated possibly due to PC concerns. The same is - or at least was - true of In Sickness and in Health and whatever the sequel was. Anyway, some more - and better - comedies for you to try: Porridge Rising Damp The Rise and Fall of Reginald Perrin The Likely lads Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads Auf Wiedersehen, Pet! (this one'll clue you in to what Pete O'Hanlon (probably) sounds like)
print "http://www.codeproject.com".toURL().text Ain't that Groovy?
I used to like "Bottom" and "'Allo 'Allo". "One foot in the grave" was also pretty funny.
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I barely remember MYL - I don't really watch TV much, but I doubt it's ever been repeated possibly due to PC concerns. The same is - or at least was - true of In Sickness and in Health and whatever the sequel was. Anyway, some more - and better - comedies for you to try: Porridge Rising Damp The Rise and Fall of Reginald Perrin The Likely lads Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads Auf Wiedersehen, Pet! (this one'll clue you in to what Pete O'Hanlon (probably) sounds like)
print "http://www.codeproject.com".toURL().text Ain't that Groovy?
Thanks, I'm bookmarking this thread!
martin_hughes wrote:
I doubt it's ever been repeated possibly
It was remade in at least two countries: What a country! in the USA and Zabaan Sambhal Ke in India, though I've watched neither.
Cheers, Vıkram.
Carpe Diem.
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Oh, and also: Blackadder (series 2-4, but not series 1). And if you can find it, there was a series in the 80's called A very peculiar practice. Which came and then vanished never to be seen again. I know of only three other people on the planet that saw this when it was on - which is the only evidence I have that I didn't dream the whole program up.
print "http://www.codeproject.com".toURL().text Ain't that Groovy?
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Would you prefer 'Kate'?
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Oh, and also: Blackadder (series 2-4, but not series 1). And if you can find it, there was a series in the 80's called A very peculiar practice. Which came and then vanished never to be seen again. I know of only three other people on the planet that saw this when it was on - which is the only evidence I have that I didn't dream the whole program up.
print "http://www.codeproject.com".toURL().text Ain't that Groovy?
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Would you prefer 'Kate'?
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I used to like "Bottom" and "'Allo 'Allo". "One foot in the grave" was also pretty funny.
'Allo, 'Allo was great for a couple of series before they flogged it to death, but One Foot in the Grave was great from start to finish!
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Okay, but Kate's a girl's name. I think I'll call you Bob! :-D