George Lopez has a reputation as a washed-up, one-trick-pony kind of comedian. His shows keep getting canceled, so you'll really only see him as a voice actor in bad kids movies these days. But I'll always maintain, if nothing else, The George Lopez Show was comedy gold.
I'm terrible at describing humor. I just found the show to be very funny, with natural humor. It doesn't feel too far off from what funny people say in real life. Some jokes have quick setups, and blunt, hilarious punchlines.
But a certain success of the series is not its humor, but its conflicts. The worst part about sitcoms is how insignificant their plots are, and how petty their characters. Eventually, many characters will devolve into caricatures of their former selves. The George Lopez Show gives actual characters actual problems. Financial issues, marriage problems, rebellious kids, strained parental relationships. These are far more relateable than, say, worrying your boyfriend watches shark porn. You're nervous for them, and are soooo relieved when they make it through the rain. And they never let the drama take over the comedy.
Comedy is too subjective for me to ever give a hard recommendation. But I'd say give this show a shot. I found the comedy and drama perfectly balanced, and the show is consistently good during its run. I don't think I'll find a sitcom as good anytime soon.
I'm terrible at describing humor. I just found the show to be very funny, with natural humor. It doesn't feel too far off from what funny people say in real life. Some jokes have quick setups, and blunt, hilarious punchlines.
But a certain success of the series is not its humor, but its conflicts. The worst part about sitcoms is how insignificant their plots are, and how petty their characters. Eventually, many characters will devolve into caricatures of their former selves. The George Lopez Show gives actual characters actual problems. Financial issues, marriage problems, rebellious kids, strained parental relationships. These are far more relateable than, say, worrying your boyfriend watches shark porn. You're nervous for them, and are soooo relieved when they make it through the rain. And they never let the drama take over the comedy.
Comedy is too subjective for me to ever give a hard recommendation. But I'd say give this show a shot. I found the comedy and drama perfectly balanced, and the show is consistently good during its run. I don't think I'll find a sitcom as good anytime soon.