Men Behaving Badly

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Movies and Life - September 2008

Video experiences - Men Behaving Badly

September 19th 2008 22:30

To celebrate the decision to have both a DVD player and a video in my life, and the revival of my Men Behaving Badly marathons, I thought I would share some vital moments with you.

In case you haven’t seen the program (if so, I would like to know what not), here’s a brief run-down on the important details that will skilfully ease you into its laughter chasm.

Men Behaving Badly embodies the bawdy, larrikin world of two principle characters: Gary (Martin Clunes) and Tony (Neil Morrissey). They live in a dank flat beset by untidy squalor and mismatched furniture. Much of its appeal is the deftly crafted dialogue written by Simon Nye.

Gary’s girlfriend, Dorothy (Caroline Quentin), lives in the flat upstairs with her friend Deborah (Leslie Ash). Dorothy is a quick-witted sometimes acid-tongued nurse. The pair frequently split up, is occasionally unfaithful, but always get back together. Gary runs a dead end, dreary burglar alarms sales office, with two old-fashioned, humming assistants, George and Anthea. Tony stumbles through numerous jobs including modelling, bar work and professional miming, after his record stall (literally) collapses. Tony is obsessed with Deborah, regularly claiming he loves her and would do anything for her, when really he wants to shag her. His drunken attempts meet with firm rebuttals for five years. Admirably or maybe stupidly, Tony’s attempts never falter.

They regularly and earnestly sit on the sofa discussing vitally important subjects such as top ten arses on telly, does a space ship need a glove compartment and why women should have breasts on their back as well as their front. Their main hobbies are drinking, drinking in the pub and drinking on the way home from the pub. Oh and watching telly and trying to meet Kylie Minogue.

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Comment by Sara Dobson

September 20th 2008 01:01

Parents Precinct
My Turn

I used to watch this program occassionallly, but never made up my mind if I liked it or not. I had a friend that used to rave abut it all the time

Comment by Tracy

September 20th 2008 08:38

Movies and Life

Hi Sara

It's not for everyone but I love it (which is probably obvious from this post).

Thanks for popping in!

Tracy

Comment by Michaelie

September 20th 2008 12:33

Flick Wit

Hey Trace,

I haven't seen this in quite some time, since its original run, I would say. It definitely has its moments, though I am not a devoted fan. Martin Clunes puts me off a bit.

When all is said and done, I'd take a Brit sitcom over an American one any day!

Mich

Comment by Tracy

September 20th 2008 20:12

Movies and Life

Hi Mich

Does that mean you don't like Doc Martin if you're not keen on Clunes? I think the best thing about that prog is the scenery!

Oh I agree, British stuff is more subtly crafted and the audience isn't spoon fed.

Thanks for popping in,

Trace

Comment by Carmen

September 21st 2008 05:02

Parent Slate

Hiya Tracy,
I never really watched it, but then I haven't watched much tv at all for years... I know it's hugely popular in the UK and watching those clips, I can see why - funny because it's so believable

(poor Dorothy!)

C

Comment by JohnDoe

September 23rd 2008 07:53

Film & TV on DVD

Hi Tracy,

Im going to blaspheme and say i enjoyed the US version a lot more than the British. Probably because when i was in the UK people like this annoyed the hell out of me.

Comment by Tracy

September 23rd 2008 08:04

Movies and Life

‘Tis not blasphemous at all, John. It wouldn’t be for everyone. I’ve never met anyone like this pair and probably would never want to, but on telly, I laugh my socks off.

I’ve never seen the American version...now I’m curious. I'm sure there's excerpts on YouTube for me to look at.

Thanks for popping in,

Tracy

Comment by JohnDoe

September 23rd 2008 08:15

Film & TV on DVD

The American version is still not must see TV by any means, just a typical sitcom...but i was going through my brief post SNL Rob Scheider faze when it aired. (As goiod an excuse as any)

Comment by Tracy

September 23rd 2008 08:34

Movies and Life

Aha, thanks for that, JD. I'm still curious, I'm not expecting to like it but I might as well have a look.

Comment by Tracy

September 23rd 2008 08:35

Movies and Life

Hi Carmen

Yes, most definitely poor Dorothy. But she is a strong woman and her drop-dead glares are most effective.

Tracy

Comment by Jill Browne

September 23rd 2008 16:50

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I'm becoming intrigued by the early work of Martin Clunes... thanks for this review.

Did not know he was in this show. Heard of it, never seen it.

Comment by Tracy

September 23rd 2008 20:37

Movies and Life

Hello Jill

Thanks for popping in. Martin is completely different to other characters he's played in programs such as William and Mary and Doc Martin. In fact he's vastly different!

Tracy

Comment by Michaelie

September 25th 2008 03:59

Flick Wit

I haven't watched it, but actually he doesn't annoy me so much now he's older.

British and Aussie stuff is best, in fact the only American show I truly love is you-know-what!

Comment by Tracy

October 9th 2008 21:49

Movies and Life

Hi Mich

Yes, British and Aussie stuff are the best with only a couple of exceptions....

Byeee!!

Comment by Miswanderlust

October 12th 2008 01:46

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Tracy
Will have to check it out. Not a fan of the US version. Nice to see you and hope you are well!
Mis

Comment by Tracy

October 13th 2008 10:26

Movies and Life

Hi Mis

I didn't even know there was a US version until JD mentioned it. I had a look on YouTube and I didn't like it much.

Thanks for coming over and yes, I'm well thanks , hope you are too.

Trace

Comment by Michelle Sweeney

January 7th 2009 01:52

Always Learning
Cinema Voyage

I loved this series and am a huge Martin Clunes fan. I actually did some extra work in the UK and got to do a scene which involved him and myself in a telemovie and he was very generous to work with. This series is such a blast from the past! Love it!

Comment by Tracy

January 7th 2009 02:53

Movies and Life

Hi Michelle

It's always good to meet a fellow fan. That must've been quite an experience to actually work with Martin Clunes.

Thanks for popping in, nice to meet you.

Tracy

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