British humour in the US
Feb 8th 2006, 2:41 pm
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by Mad Max7
I can't say that I like American humour its just plain stupid. I do not see what people rave about in Friends, Seinfleld etc. Let me have some Reggie Perrin, Butterflies & Bless this house.
Feb 8th 2006, 11:08 pm
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by rushman
I saw an interview where he claimed they had to do about 10 takes because even thought there was a mattress on the floor its human reaction to reach as you fall. Funny the different stories you hear about the same thing. BTW yours was bollocks mine was true!! 
Maybe. But I wasnt there to confirm it.
Feb 9th 2006, 12:41 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by rushman
Sure!!!!As I'm American, I being perfectly serious.
Feb 9th 2006, 12:42 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by Hiro11
I am absolutely, completely and totally surprised that Rushman, a sage of infinite wisdom and intimate knowledge of all aspects of his adopted homeland, would disagree with me. As I'm dealing with a man who's every post is dripping with unbiased fact, I feel truly chastened. I never really realized just how wrong I was about a place I've lived in for thirty years. In one simple, devestating word, Rushman has disproven my entire thesis. Yes, Americans are truly dullards with all the humor of Mao and the self-seriousness of Nietzsche.
As I'm American, I being perfectly serious.
As I'm American, I being perfectly serious.
Not only is the US humour lacking but so is the school system it seems.
Feb 9th 2006, 12:56 am
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Re: British humour in the US
US comedy does have its moments... but when you see pure genius like Tommy Cooper you realize they have a way to go ...
Feb 9th 2006, 1:52 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by Hiro11
I am absolutely, completely and totally surprised that Rushman, a sage of infinite wisdom and intimate knowledge of all aspects of his adopted homeland, would disagree with me. As I'm dealing with a man who's every post is dripping with unbiased fact, I feel truly chastened. I never really realized just how wrong I was about a place I've lived in for thirty years. In one simple, devestating word, Rushman has disproven my entire thesis. Yes, Americans are truly dullards with all the humor of Mao and the self-seriousness of Nietzsche.
As I'm American, I being perfectly serious.
As I'm American, I being perfectly serious.
Feb 9th 2006, 2:04 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by Ray
US comedy does have its moments... but when you see pure genius like Tommy Cooper you realize they have a way to go ...
Tommy Cooper, David Jason, Ronnie Barker, Leonard Rossiter, Harry Secombe, Spike (Terry) Milligan, Peter Sellers....
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Feb 9th 2006, 3:44 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by BigDavyG
To live ??
You must be ******* minted girl.
I'd like to live there one day - stayed in chipping camden a few times- nice spot and some tiny village just down the road from there - can't remember the name though, but it was nice too.
You must be ******* minted girl.
I'd like to live there one day - stayed in chipping camden a few times- nice spot and some tiny village just down the road from there - can't remember the name though, but it was nice too.
Feb 9th 2006, 4:01 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by Partystar
Not to live, just for a holiday, but I wish we could move back. Maybe I can pursaude hubby in a few years time (doubt it!). Not minted at the moment, but would be if we were back living in England, I had a great job there. Shame really.
Feb 9th 2006, 4:23 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by BigDavyG
I will be happy to go back and keep your job warm for you if you forward me on the details
Feb 9th 2006, 4:24 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by Partystar
Sorry, it was a specialised job that only one other person really knows how to do, that's why my pay was great!!!
Feb 9th 2006, 4:57 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by BigDavyG
Do not underestimate me woman
Feb 9th 2006, 5:32 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by Partystar
Do you like Tony Blair?
Feb 9th 2006, 5:33 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by BigDavyG
No, but for the right price I could 'like' anyone I'm sure
Feb 9th 2006, 5:42 am
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Re: British humour in the US
Originally Posted by Ray
Blowing the muppet ..are you sure!!!!
