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Thursday, October 20, 2005
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
PTC Top 10
Today the Parents Television Council released its list of the 'Top Ten Best and Worst Shows for family viewing on prime time broadcast television.'
Among the 10 'worst' shows for families were the following:
Family Guy
American Dad
That 70's Show
Arrested Development
Somehow The Simpsons did not make the list. Here is their review of Family Guy:
"This unbelievably foul animated series made a strong come back after being off the air for two years, thanks to the success of DVD sales among young males. The raunchy series follows the Griffins, a blue-collar New England family which includes a martini-swilling, talking dog and a matricidal baby bent on world domination. The show bases its humor on scatological and sexual references (including masturbation, incest, bestiality, necrophilia), and spoofs on popular culture. Institutions such as the church and family are held up to ridicule on a near-weekly basis. One episode this season featured Meg being deflowered by Jimmy Fallon on Saturday Night Live."
If I had never seen the show (god forbid) this review would have hooked me. I realize this was not their goal. They went on to say:
"Parents of young children should be especially concerned because Family Guy’s animated format is sure to attract young viewers. Shockingly, since its return in May, Family Guy is the highest ranked show among 12-17 year olds, and the fifth highest ranked show among children ages 2 to 11."
My response to this? If you don't pay attention to what your toddler is watching, you deserve what you get. If you still believe that every cartoon is made for children AFTER 17 SEASONS OF THE SIMPSONS then you are completely clueless and the PTC cannot help you no matter how many scathing reviews they write.
Among the 10 'worst' shows for families were the following:
Family Guy
American Dad
That 70's Show
Arrested Development
Somehow The Simpsons did not make the list. Here is their review of Family Guy:
"This unbelievably foul animated series made a strong come back after being off the air for two years, thanks to the success of DVD sales among young males. The raunchy series follows the Griffins, a blue-collar New England family which includes a martini-swilling, talking dog and a matricidal baby bent on world domination. The show bases its humor on scatological and sexual references (including masturbation, incest, bestiality, necrophilia), and spoofs on popular culture. Institutions such as the church and family are held up to ridicule on a near-weekly basis. One episode this season featured Meg being deflowered by Jimmy Fallon on Saturday Night Live."
If I had never seen the show (god forbid) this review would have hooked me. I realize this was not their goal. They went on to say:
"Parents of young children should be especially concerned because Family Guy’s animated format is sure to attract young viewers. Shockingly, since its return in May, Family Guy is the highest ranked show among 12-17 year olds, and the fifth highest ranked show among children ages 2 to 11."
My response to this? If you don't pay attention to what your toddler is watching, you deserve what you get. If you still believe that every cartoon is made for children AFTER 17 SEASONS OF THE SIMPSONS then you are completely clueless and the PTC cannot help you no matter how many scathing reviews they write.
Ferrell Strikes Again
If you're a fan of Anchorman, you're sure to love the new Will Ferrell/Adam McKay movie High, Wide, and Handsome. If you're not a fan of Anchorman, well, there's something wrong with you.
The movie features Ferrell as NASCAR driver Ricky Bobby and co-stars John C. Reilly and Sasha Baron Cohen (Ali G). If these pictures are any indication, it's gonna be awe-some. Just the idea of a team sponsored by Perrier is funnier than most other comedies.
The movie features Ferrell as NASCAR driver Ricky Bobby and co-stars John C. Reilly and Sasha Baron Cohen (Ali G). If these pictures are any indication, it's gonna be awe-some. Just the idea of a team sponsored by Perrier is funnier than most other comedies.
Monday, October 17, 2005
Rocky VI
Apparently Sly Stallone has written and will direct the sixth installment of the Rocky series. Here's the description:
"Rocky, lonely and retired in Philadelphia, comes out of retirement, intending to fight a few low-profile local fights. He's approached to fight a match with reigning heavyweight champ Mason "The Line" Dixon, and soon his comeback ignites a media firestorm."
Shooting is scheduled to begin in December. Here is an analysis of the box office grosses for the past Rocky films and my prediction for the new one.
"Rocky, lonely and retired in Philadelphia, comes out of retirement, intending to fight a few low-profile local fights. He's approached to fight a match with reigning heavyweight champ Mason "The Line" Dixon, and soon his comeback ignites a media firestorm."
Shooting is scheduled to begin in December. Here is an analysis of the box office grosses for the past Rocky films and my prediction for the new one.
Sunday, October 16, 2005
MusiCured
There is now a pillow with built-in speakers that plays Mp3s. It was developed to play specific relaxing music. I would like to market a modified version that comes preloaded with Adore by Prince and a 100% get-laid-guarantee.
And don't even get me started on these new-fangled musical breast implants...
Friday, October 14, 2005
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
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