It's even more underrated than Arrested Development, and unlike AD, it actually has some decent role models. Now this show is by all means not for children. There is very heavy swearing and unlike most comedy like this, it's uncensored, so you've been warned. Overall, give it a shot. It's brilliantly written, has some great and funny characters and, well, it's unexpectedly great.
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Slings and Arrows
(Rated TV-14, Comedy, Starring Stephen Ouimette, Paul Gross, Martha Burns, Where to watch: Sundance Channel, DVD)
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Forsooth! Smart, mature comedy goes backstage.
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for Ages 16–18
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About Slings and Arrows
Parents need to know that this intelligent, creative Canadian ensemble comedy series is definitely intended for adults. Characters swear, drink, and use drugs, and there's brief partial male nudity (buttocks) and some strong -- albeit funny -- simulated sex scenes. The sophisticated writing and focus on classic Shakespearean theater probably isn't for a lot of teens, but those who've been in plays or taken drama classes may enjoy the mix of behind-the-scenes humor and contemporary comedy.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the tension that exists between theater as an art and as a business. Do you have to compromise your artistic vision in order to have the money to perform? What do you think the life of a regular working actor is like? What's the appeal of theatrical life? Families can also talk about the works of William Shakespeare. Even though his works are centuries old, why do people still read and perform them today? How have Shakespeare's works been made interesting and relevant to contemporary audiences? Can you think of any modern movies based on Shakespeare's plays?
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Another well-written and underrated comedy
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