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Seinfeldian Lore

by Dan Riffle
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A nice stroll down memory lane:


11 Behind-The-Scenes 'Seinfeld' Stories For Those Who Love The Show About Nothing
  • Profile picture of the author Claude Whitacre
    Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

    I loved the show. The utter pettiness of the characters, the cringe humor that George produced. It was fun, watching him get caught in a lie. One of my favorite episodes involved the word Bosco. Do you remember that one?
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    • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
      Originally Posted by Claude Whitacre View Post

      Do you remember that one?
      Yes.

      My favorite episodes, off the top of my head, are the Anti-Dentite episode, the one where George abstains from sex and becomes a genius, and the bet episode where the four try to not, uh, self-pleasure. (I can't seem to get myself to type "masturbate.") (Dammit.)
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      • Profile picture of the author lanfear63
        Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

        Yes.

        My favorite episodes, off the top of my head, are the Anti-Dentite episode, the one where George abstains from sex and becomes a genius, and the bet episode where the four try to not, uh, self-pleasure. (I can't seem to get myself to type "masturbate.") (Dammit.)
        It's difficult with only one hand free.
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        • Profile picture of the author perryny
          This happened to be the very first episode I've ever seen, and remains my favorite clip of all time. Everything about this exchange is perfect.

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          • Profile picture of the author discrat
            Dan,
            I sincerely do not want to rain on anyone's parade, but I could never get into that show.

            Never thought Seinfeld was funny. His comedy just never resonated with me. I honestly cannot put my finger on it, either

            Iam sure he is talented but just not my thing.

            I know a lot of people think differently.

            P.S. I watched the above video and Seinfeld just does not have that X factor when it comes to comedy. Its not believable. And he has no Charisma. At least Charisma compared to a Steve Martin or Chevy Chase.

            its just not there. The high pitch inflection he does with his voice is just not funny to me. Its annoying and the fact that he has no Charisma makes it even more annoying to me.

            Actually, I do like Dreyfus. Unlike Seinfeld, I always thought she was a big talent and had real comedic skills.
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            • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
              Originally Posted by discrat View Post

              Dan,
              I sincerely do not want to rain on anyone's parade, but I could never get into that show.

              Never thought Seinfeld was funny. His comedy just never resonated with me. I honestly cannot put my finger on it, either

              Iam sure he is talented but just not my thing.

              I know a lot of people think differently.

              P.S. I watched the above video and Seinfeld just does not have that X factor when it comes to comedy. Its not believable. And he has no Charisma. At least Charisma compared to a Steve Martin or Chevy Chase.

              its just not there. The high pitch inflection he does with his voice is just not funny to me

              Im probably just weird

              Yeah it must be me Im weird like that LOL
              Different strokes, different folks. Comedy is nothing if not subjective. Personally, I was never really into Seinfeld's standup. However, the show was brilliant.
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      • Profile picture of the author Claude Whitacre
        Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

        Yes.

        My favorite episodes, off the top of my head, are the Anti-Dentite episode, the one where George abstains from sex and becomes a genius, and the bet episode where the four try to not, uh, self-pleasure. (I can't seem to get myself to type "masturbate.") (Dammit.)
        My favorite episode is where you took my quotes out of your signature.
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        • Profile picture of the author Dan Riffle
          Originally Posted by Claude Whitacre View Post

          My favorite episode is where you took my quotes out of your signature.

          It was time for a change. Besides, everyone is now well aware that you're a jackass. No need advertising it any more.
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          • Profile picture of the author Claude Whitacre
            Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

            It was time for a change. Besides, everyone is now well aware that you're a jackass. No need advertising it any more.
            If it was anyone else that said that, I wouldn't be angry. Taking down my quotes is Libel. My lawyer will be in touch.
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  • Profile picture of the author whateverpedia
    I always thought that George's parents deserved their own show.
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    • Profile picture of the author Kurt
      Originally Posted by Dan Riffle View Post

      Originally Posted by whateverpedia View Post

      I always thought that George's parents deserved their own show.
      Seinfeld is probably my favorite sitcom of all time. The reoccurring supporting characters are the best, like Peterman, Jackie Chiles, Newman, the Soup Nazi.

      Originally Posted by Claude Whitacre View Post

      I loved the show. The utter pettiness of the characters, the cringe humor that George produced. It was fun, watching him get caught in a lie. One of my favorite episodes involved the word Bosco. Do you remember that one?
      Never watched Seinfeld. I don't know what you're talking about. We have nothing in common.
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      • Profile picture of the author Claude Whitacre
        Originally Posted by Kurt View Post

        Seinfeld is probably my favorite sitcom of all time. The reoccurring supporting characters are the best, like Peterman, Jackie Chiles, Newman, the Soup Nazi.


        Never watched Seinfeld. I don't know what you're talking about. We have nothing in common.
        But you just said......................................!

        Wait a minute, are you trying to insult me? Admit it!
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  • Profile picture of the author Cam Connor
    I always thought Seinfeld kinda sucked... Curb Your Enthusiasm on the other hand, now that's a good show... pretty, pretty, prettyyyyyyyy, pretty good.
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    • Profile picture of the author Claude Whitacre
      Originally Posted by Cam Connor View Post

      I always thought Seinfeld kinda sucked... Curb Your Enthusiasm on the other hand, now that's a good show... pretty, pretty, prettyyyyyyyy, pretty good.
      The best parts of Seinfeld, to me, was George and his family....and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

      It was the writing that kept it going.

      Watching George sweat it out, after he lied, were golden moments for me.

      Watching a slightly unlikable person, slowly unravel, is pure nirvana.
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      • Profile picture of the author Cam Connor
        Originally Posted by Claude Whitacre View Post

        The best parts of Seinfeld, to me, was George and his family....and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

        It was the writing that kept it going.

        Watching George sweat it out, after he lied, were golden moments for me.

        Watching a slightly unlikable person, slowly unravel, is pure nirvana.
        Have you seen Curb your Enthusiam?

        I'd highly recommend it to anyone who liked Seinfeld. It's basically the same type of humor, and it stars Seinfeld's co-creator Larry David.

        Also, sometimes random peeps from the ole' Seinfeld gang make an appearance.
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        • Profile picture of the author Claude Whitacre
          Originally Posted by Cam Connor View Post

          Have you seen Curb your Enthusiam?

          I'd highly recommend it to anyone who liked Seinfeld. It's basically the same type of humor, and it stars Seinfeld's co-creator Larry David.

          Also, sometimes random peeps from the ole' Seinfeld gang make an appearance.
          I've watched it. Yeah, it's the same "Cringe Humor" that was in some of Seinfeld.

          I love watching all of that.

          My newest best show is Archer. I have every episode recorded.
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