That 80's show was yet another sitcom that catered to a specific generation. Due to lack luster ratings it was canceled after only thirteen episodes.
After watching all thirteen episodes earlier today, I have come to the conclusion that the oft made comparison to that 70's show is unfair. That 80's show has far less in common with its 70's counter part and more in common with period 80's sitcoms like family ties.
Instead of focusing on the circle of friends and their comic antics, that 80's show derives two thirds of its content from the extended family dynamic with very little success. At the same time the show neglects the most interesting characters.
I can see why the show flopped, Characters such as the bisexual gold digger, the father, the cutesy save the planet sister all do not add much to the show. The Son also presented a rather obtrusive barrier to me as well.
There were only three reasons I found to watch the show. The bizarre stories from the record shop owner, the theme song(which ironically mocks the 80's) and most importantly Tuesday.
If you are like me, you were only watching the show to see Tuesday, and let me tell you that every second of air time she got was worth it, unfortunately it wasn't very much.
After watching all thirteen episodes earlier today, I have come to the conclusion that the oft made comparison to that 70's show is unfair. That 80's show has far less in common with its 70's counter part and more in common with period 80's sitcoms like family ties.
Instead of focusing on the circle of friends and their comic antics, that 80's show derives two thirds of its content from the extended family dynamic with very little success. At the same time the show neglects the most interesting characters.
I can see why the show flopped, Characters such as the bisexual gold digger, the father, the cutesy save the planet sister all do not add much to the show. The Son also presented a rather obtrusive barrier to me as well.
There were only three reasons I found to watch the show. The bizarre stories from the record shop owner, the theme song(which ironically mocks the 80's) and most importantly Tuesday.
If you are like me, you were only watching the show to see Tuesday, and let me tell you that every second of air time she got was worth it, unfortunately it wasn't very much.