Having 'found' Still Game on BBC2 a couple of years ago it has consistently delivered great comedy. I was fortunate enough to be given the Series 1-5 on DVD at Christmas which has brought the opportunity to view the 'Scotland only' episodes. So many things explained..so many laughs I would not have had!
As for criticism of the accents / language etc. - it's nae for wee bairns noo.. Put the subtitles on or roll back the DVD scene. Easy.
Like all good comedy programmes, Still Game has the power to engage its audience in taking them on an emotional journey ranging from sadness to hilarity - as evidenced in Jack and Victor's trip to Canada followed by the gift review at The Clansman.
Good writing that has improved as the characters develop (check out the early episodes of 'The Fast Show' and see how their characters do the same). Most episodes have the ability to make me laugh out loud.
Sadly, I'm now at the end of Series 6 so have to wait and see whether there will be Series 7.. Just don't kill Jack or Victor yet please.
They may be old but they're definitely Still Game!
As for criticism of the accents / language etc. - it's nae for wee bairns noo.. Put the subtitles on or roll back the DVD scene. Easy.
Like all good comedy programmes, Still Game has the power to engage its audience in taking them on an emotional journey ranging from sadness to hilarity - as evidenced in Jack and Victor's trip to Canada followed by the gift review at The Clansman.
Good writing that has improved as the characters develop (check out the early episodes of 'The Fast Show' and see how their characters do the same). Most episodes have the ability to make me laugh out loud.
Sadly, I'm now at the end of Series 6 so have to wait and see whether there will be Series 7.. Just don't kill Jack or Victor yet please.
They may be old but they're definitely Still Game!