My relationship with this situation comedy began in 2001. It was in October when Bill Lawrence introduced me to the staff at Sacred Heart. And so it began... The perfect dance.
I honestly can't say enough about this (often) excellent show that perfected the single-camera setup style. Most sitcoms would never use such a tactic. This show, unlike most, could go from serious to ridiculous to funny to sad to uplifting in the span of 60 seconds. The balance between the comedy and the drama was always paper thin perfect as some scenes and vignettes would play with audience putting an emotional stamp on an otherwise normal comedic minute. The writing and casting touches were usually spot on as the dialogue was always quick and rich. The voice over effects added so much to the visual...
And... The music. Engaging, appropriate... Mostly perfect with only a few misfires... It was this show that put Colin Hay back where he belonged... A best-kept secret who would charm his way back to all of us... Inside the nearest CD player and next to ears, young and old. No other show would or could ever do that... I could go on here, but I won't... Saving that for another time.
The last episode (at least, for now) aired tonight and they finished their time at Sacred Heart with a touch of class that made me reflect on some of the best finales ever... So many come to mind, but this one was different. Before I knew it... It was over and the ending was less than flashy, but poignant as it prompted me to think about so many of the avenues I've walked down. It was nice.
It was so very nice... Find it. Watch it. Live it.
There's more to say, of course, and I'm sure I'll carry on about it to the next person I see... Until then, I'll reflect on why TV can be good. And yes, there is more to say... Because there is something good about network television. You just have to be patient and you have to be willing to let yourself slide...
Goodnight. bsm* (w/ a 50/50 chance)
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