SCTV, Volume 2 (5 Disc Set)
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Movie Reviews of SCTV, Volume 2 (5 Disc Set)
Movie Review: SCTV Volume 2
Summary: 5 Stars
More laugh out loud comedy from SCTV. If you've never seen this parody of a TV Network you are in for a treat.Movie Review: Gotta be Good
Summary: 5 Stars
I haven't seen this DVD, as it hasn't been released yet, but I know it's gotta be good... 5 stars!Movie Review: SCTV Now Begins Its Programming Day...on DVD
Summary: 4 Stars
Okay, the holidays are here and you've decided to spend a few extra dollars on an SCTV box set as a present for that special someone - but which one should you buy? Maybe I can help you decide.
When SCTV moved into an expanded timeslot in 1981, the first batch of episodes featured a great deal of older material from the late seventies, such as their full-length "Fantasy Island" parody. Although some of these earlier sketches had dated badly, it was simply the most effective way of introducing the cast of characters to the new viewers who hadn't seen the syndicated episodes.
The second cycle of episodes had a higher amount of newly-written material, although the quality of the shows became less consistent from week to week as the writers struggled to meet the demand for fresh new comedy. There was also the challenge of having to write sketches for guest musicians who just couldn't act. The show desperately needed a new energetic, creative writer-performer; unfortunately, Martin Short would not arrive until the start of the third series.
It should be pointed out that each sketch on the second box set is indexed for easy access. This is not the case with the first box set, which can lead to some frustrating moments as you impatiently scan through five identical-looking discs trying to find your favorite moments. You can look for clues by checking the episode summaries in the accompanying booklet, but it's no substitute for index stops. In addition, disc 5 from the first set suffers from audio dropouts.
Both box sets are excellent overall with a high percentage of laugh-out loud moments (Sammy Maudlin's ill-timed coughing fit during his rendition of "Here Comes Santa Claus" is a riot), but I'm recommending the second one slightly over the first - not just for the technical reasons listed above, but also for the bonus commentary tracks from Catherine O'Hara and Andrea Martin, which are gossipy and hilarious. Fans of Martin Short are advised to hold out for Volume 3.
Movie Review: Lust For Paint
Summary: 4 Stars
This set features some great moments from SCTV history. Of the shows presented here, I am particularly fond of "Zontar," "CCCP 1," and "The Godfather." Catherine O'Hara and Andrea Martin steal the show, with any appearance by Perini Scleroso, Mrs. Falbo, or Edith Prickley being comedy gold. "The Great White North" and Guy Caballero's rants are particularly entertaining here as are Count Floyd and Dr. Tongue (especially in "Dr. Tongue's Evil House of Pancakes.") As brilliant as I think Eugene Levy is, I still don't enjoy the Sammy Maudlin bits, which are formulaic and un-funny compared to the rest of the show.
Although some of the humor is a bit dated now (as many there are numerous references to then-current events that younger viewers may not grasp), this is still a wonderful and very funny set of DVDs, which I recommend.
Movie Review: From LaRue to You (part two)
Summary: 4 Stars
hello, i am bill needle, and this my beat, DVD Review. You know, its one of those reviews that lets you read whats on the dvds without buying and then go and talk to your friends like you have seen it. WELL BILL NEEDLE DOESNT PLAY THAT GAME! If you want to know how good these dvds are, fork out the greenbacks and go buy the damn thing. I dont like DVD Beat folks, so maybe i will be back or maybe i wont.
PS If any of you poor slobs out there cant afford to buy the dvds, why dont you get a damn job like I did...i have been working since I was 13...nobody gave me any money to buy some damn dvds..whats wrong with you people....