That 70's Show

 

Apologies guys as I haven’t had time to update recently! That will change though, going to devote more time to my blog. I’ve also just started writing movie reviews for a local magazine, so fingers crossed that goes well!

So thought I would discuss another one of my favourite TV shows. This week I have chosen to focus on That 70’s Show. 

When That 70’s Show first premiered it hit audiences with a bang as it is something so different and contemporary. It was actually my boyfriend who introduced me to it. I remember coming home from college and watching it on Trouble channel. I love every single character in this show as they are all really likeable. This is a programme that never fails to put a smile on my face. 

The premise behind That 70’s Show is the Forman family from Point Place, Wisconsin. Eric Forman (Topher Grace) is the main character of this show and examines his relationships with his family, friends and his relationship with his next door neighbour and oldest friend, Donna Pinciotti (Laura Prepon). A lot of big name celebrities established themselves on this show and made their way into the Hollywood elite including Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis and Wilmer Valderamma. This show was a huge success, premiering back in 1999.

My favourite character is Steven Hyde. He is one rebellious teenager who loves to bend the rules but also have a good time. I think that Danny Masterson is the ideal actor to play Hyde. He has some of the best lines and plays a huge part in this show, being the best friend of the main character, Eric. There are so many iconic moments and lines from this character however one which sticks out is the Halloween episode of season 2:

I also love Red and Kitty (Eric’s parents) Kitty has an eccentric laugh and I think my reasoning why I like them so much is because they remind me so much of my own mum and dad. In fact come to think of it, Donna and Eric is a lot like my boyfriend and I. The 'circle' part is also classic, I love how the writers thought to include this in most episodes where the characters sit in a circle and discuss things under the influence. This is comedy genius and where most of the best lines take place.

However I will admit that I have never seen past season six as at the later stages I think it went downhill. Topher Grace did keep the show alive and I did see the last episode where he returned to Point Place after an absence of a season. 

My favourite seasons are one and two, so buy the DVDs and give this great comedy a chance! You'll thank me for it.