For someone who loves comedy, I was hooked the 1st time I saw the pilot episode for "The Big Bang Theory". Sheldon Cooper was amusing when he demanded for the return of his sperm cell to the disbelief of the nurse on duty at the sperm clinic. From that moment on, I knew I could never miss a single episode of the show and now four season running, I'm right here blogging about my top pick for a 30 minute comedy show on tv.
Probably one of the funniest comedy sitcoms on air today, The Big Bang Theory is giving the word Geek a whole new meaning. Geek has become the new Cool and Science has never been this interesting. Instead of your usual comedy programs which has the lead doing some crazy stunts or stupid things to illicit laughter from the audience. The Big Bang Theory’s comic relief lies mainly on the language and conversations within the show. The scripts for each episode are well written and the contrasting attitudes of the characters are also elemental on the show’s success. Conversations are smart and witty, that even the actor’s facial expression alone can make me laugh. The show has successfully incorporated elements of science, religion & human relationships and came-up with a unique 30 minute comedy (20 minutes minus commercials) sitcom guaranteed to give viewers some good laugh. What’s also great about the show is the solid cast from season 1 all the way through Season 4. Headed by CalTech physicist/roommates Leonard Hoftstadfer (a lactose intolerant experimental physicist with an IQ of 173 attracted to Penny and more socially adept than Sheldon’s) and Sheldon Cooper (a child prodigy who started college at 11 years old. He is a theoretical physicist who also happens to be the most socially in-adept in his group though having an IQ of 187. He is an obsessive-compulsive individual who has no sense of humor and cannot detect sarcasm. Sheldon’s odd behavior, arrogance and his perceived idea that he is always right often contrasting from that of his peers often resulting in a lot of funny moments . Their co-workers and equally geeky friends, Howard Wolowitz, a Jewish aerospace engineer unsuccessfull playboy living with his mother. He is often deemed by Sheldon as someone inferior in their group for his lack of a PH.D unlike the rest of his co-workers. His bestfriend is Rajesh Kootrappali, from India is an astrophysicist who has what his friends refer to as selective mutism wherein he is incapable of speech in the presence of attracted women unless he is under the influence (or thinks that he is under the influence) of alcoho l. And adding flavor to the mix is Penny (last name never made known), the aspiring actress from Nebraska, working as a waitress and living in the apartment across Sheldon and Leonard. She has been known to date attractive men with little to now success. Since the 1st episode of the 1st season, it has been revealed that Leonard is attracted to Penny (much to Sheldon’s disapproval).
The cast and characters are a terrific bunch. Jim Parsons as arrogant and annoying Sheldon I love and hate (frankly I can't think of any actors that fitted Sheldon the way Jim Parsons does.) Johnny Galecki is a perfect fit as the mild mannered and patient Leonard. Kaley Cuoco's doing a great job as Penny, the blond street smart waitress who never fails to cause disturbance to Sheldon's well planned and organized routine and the object of Leonard's affection. Kunal Nayyar plays the role of shy Rajesh with childlike innocence to which I just find amusing and Simon Helberg's portrayal as Howard, the ever creepy geeky playboy completes the wacky cast as they go about adventures and misadventures throughout the show's 30 minute run. The cast complemented well with each other resulting in a wonderful, quirky and just downright funny show I've seen on television. Notable guest star is Mayim Bialik who is perfect as the eccentric Amy Farrah Fowler, Sheldon's female counter-part literaly and figuratively. Introduced in the last episode of Season 3 and continuing with a recurring role in Season 4. And yes to any of you people wondering why she looked familiar and reminded you of someone? Not exactly someone you knew but someone you've seen... on TV (that is if you're as addicted to TV as I am ) Well let me refresh your memories with just one word "Blossom ". Remember the sitcom that made Joey Lawrence a teen hearthrob in the 1990's? Yep, ladies and gentlemen, the awkward teenager from blossom has grown into a lady.
Now 4 seasons later The show is still running at its best providing us amusement through their antics, gags and famous cathphrases...Sheldon's "that's my spot, you're in my spot" & "this is my spot" , his signature knock...3 consecutive knocks on the door before calling for the person's name repeating the same pattern until someone answers the door. When they say laughter is the best medicine, Immediately I think of this show.
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