TELEVISION SHOWS OF THE YEAR
Okay, so here are the TV shows of the year from myself (Monsieur Sam) and El Tom(mo) that have most impressed us. Bare in mind Battlestar Galactica fans that I have yet to see the show so don't hate me, hate my lack of time.
Anyway, here is my (Sam) list:
10. I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!!
Its not big, its not clever, but there has been no cheap and shitty reality TV show even close to the sheer entertainment of this. Plus, David Gest is about as different as could feasibly be possible from his tabloid persona. Matt to win!!
9. Brotherhood
Showtime might not quite be HBO yet but this was a treat. Considered, elegant storytelling about two Irish brothers in Rhode Island with one of the year's finest performances from Jason Isaacs who just breathes violence. One to watch.
8. American Dad
Coming on leaps and bounds from shaky beginnings, the third season of the show formerly known as Family Guy's Bitter Cousin is growing a cynical, vicious identity all of its own.
7. The Daily Show
For years one of TVs finest shows and now growing into a genuine hit post-Jon Stewart's Oscar hosting gig. Its Stewart's charming, bewildered persona that represents the beating heart but their quest for good through comedy is a righteous aim that far outweighs the numerous laughs.
6. Arrested Development
Bitter, twisted and never less than deliriously hilarious. The third, sadly killed off season was just astounding in its jam-packed madness of pure jokes and jabs at anyone and everyone. Sadly, deeply sadly missed.
5. Family Guy
Possibly the best animated show currently running (including those Springfield institutions) and its currently going from strength to strength. The writers seem to have no qualms about any taboo joking subjects and (along with South Park) is currently leading the way for politically incorrect jokemaking genius.
4. Deadwood
Cancelled after three perfect seasons, the bloody, muddy and brutal western added more humour and pathos to its final season whilst retaining that astounding dialogue that caused some to dub it 'Shakespeare in the plains'. It also includes a moment of violence so shockingly gory that even I was taken a back.
3. The Office
The best comedy on television, hands down. Yet to put out a weak episode, this has a brilliant central performance from Steve Carell and the finest supporting cast currently working. Rainn Wilson as Dwight reaches new heights of disturbo-comedy but the unspoken love of Jim and Pam is tear stained loveliness incarnate.
2. The Sopranos
Arguably the greatest show of all time and they showed no signs of surrendering that with Season 6. Blistering moments of violence and added humanity plus, the best opening episode of television this year.
1. The Wire
Pipping The Sopranos purely on the sheer bravado of its approach, this is the best show on television. It takes its time to a near painstaking level but my God, the writing is just immense. It allots such a degree of intelligence to its audience, never allowing it to drop throughout its exploration of the Baltimore streets and, with a cast of unknowns and journeymen, drops jaws with the performances. Brutal, compelling, funny, revolutionary television and, indeed, better than any movie you'll see this year.
10. I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!!
Its not big, its not clever, but there has been no cheap and shitty reality TV show even close to the sheer entertainment of this. Plus, David Gest is about as different as could feasibly be possible from his tabloid persona. Matt to win!!
9. Brotherhood
Showtime might not quite be HBO yet but this was a treat. Considered, elegant storytelling about two Irish brothers in Rhode Island with one of the year's finest performances from Jason Isaacs who just breathes violence. One to watch.
8. American Dad
Coming on leaps and bounds from shaky beginnings, the third season of the show formerly known as Family Guy's Bitter Cousin is growing a cynical, vicious identity all of its own.
7. The Daily Show
For years one of TVs finest shows and now growing into a genuine hit post-Jon Stewart's Oscar hosting gig. Its Stewart's charming, bewildered persona that represents the beating heart but their quest for good through comedy is a righteous aim that far outweighs the numerous laughs.
6. Arrested Development
Bitter, twisted and never less than deliriously hilarious. The third, sadly killed off season was just astounding in its jam-packed madness of pure jokes and jabs at anyone and everyone. Sadly, deeply sadly missed.
5. Family Guy
Possibly the best animated show currently running (including those Springfield institutions) and its currently going from strength to strength. The writers seem to have no qualms about any taboo joking subjects and (along with South Park) is currently leading the way for politically incorrect jokemaking genius.
4. Deadwood
Cancelled after three perfect seasons, the bloody, muddy and brutal western added more humour and pathos to its final season whilst retaining that astounding dialogue that caused some to dub it 'Shakespeare in the plains'. It also includes a moment of violence so shockingly gory that even I was taken a back.
3. The Office
The best comedy on television, hands down. Yet to put out a weak episode, this has a brilliant central performance from Steve Carell and the finest supporting cast currently working. Rainn Wilson as Dwight reaches new heights of disturbo-comedy but the unspoken love of Jim and Pam is tear stained loveliness incarnate.
2. The Sopranos
Arguably the greatest show of all time and they showed no signs of surrendering that with Season 6. Blistering moments of violence and added humanity plus, the best opening episode of television this year.
1. The Wire
Pipping The Sopranos purely on the sheer bravado of its approach, this is the best show on television. It takes its time to a near painstaking level but my God, the writing is just immense. It allots such a degree of intelligence to its audience, never allowing it to drop throughout its exploration of the Baltimore streets and, with a cast of unknowns and journeymen, drops jaws with the performances. Brutal, compelling, funny, revolutionary television and, indeed, better than any movie you'll see this year.
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