When you look through the reviews for the sketch comedy show "Big Train", you'll likely notice either glowing reviews with scores of 9 or 10...or reviews by folks who hate the show and give it a 1 or 2. It's rare to see such a show...with no reviews in the middle. Well, I love British comedy (such as "Little Britain", "The Vicar of Dibley", "Monty Python" and "Mr. Bean"), so the fact I was so unimpressed by "Big Train" is saying something. What didn't I like? Well, the writing....as I never smiled nor laughed while watching a few episodes. I also found the laughtrack annoying as I heard guffaws again and against when NOTHING funny is happening. I finally just gave up on the show. Now I know some say season two was better, but season one was so dull and unfunny, I cannot see giving the show another chance. Life is too short to waste my time and I actually LIKE comedy that is funny...go figure.
If you insist on watching the program, the DVDs are available from Netflix here in the States.
If you insist on watching the program, the DVDs are available from Netflix here in the States.