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Are You There, Chelsea?
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Handler-inspired comedy has edgy humor, lots of alcohol.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this comedy series is based on edgy late-night comedian Chelsea Handler's best-selling autobiographical book. It's milder than her signature late-night show but still includes some of her typical humor, from strong language ("bitch," "ass") to crude sexual references ("boner, "slut"). There's also lots of drinking and references to intoxicated behavior, including a DUI. Despite all of this, the show highlights some positive themes, like the importance of a loving family relationship and close friendships.
What's the story?
Based on Chelsea Handler's best-selling book, Are You There Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea... the sitcom ARE YOU THERE, CHELSEA? stars Laura Prepon as Chelsea Newman, a wild twentysomething barmaid who decides to turn her life around after being arrested for a DUI. Despite her best efforts to calm her life down, things sometimes get a little crazy thanks to her friend/boss, Rick (Jake McDorman), and co-worker Todd (Mark Povinelli). Friend Ali Wong (Olivia) and new roommate Dee Dee (Lauren Lapkus) are pretty eccentric, too. But her close relationship with her family, which consists of her loving but colorful dad (Lenny Clarke) and her ultra-religious but sarcastic sister Sloane (Handler), reminds Chelsea what's important in life.
Is it any good?
This loosely autobiographical series calls attention to some of Handler's own experiences during her wild 20s by highlighting endless sexual encounters and lots of drinking. But it also creates a strong family that's relentless in their support of each other, despite their differences in lifestyles and belief systems.
Are You There, Chelsea? is funny -- and definitely a milder version of the comedian's traditional fare -- but its humorous approach to alcohol use, especially, makes it inappropriate for most teen viewers. Nonetheless, the series has enough sharp wit and crass humor to make it feel genuine, and even non-Handler fans (as long as they're old enough to handle it) may find it entertaining.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the way women are portrayed in TV comedies. Does Are You There, Chelsea? do anything different with its female leads? Are any stereotypes challenged or reinforced in the show?
What's the show's attitude toward alcohol use? Do you think it's OK to make light of getting a DUI or binge drinking? What are the real-life consequences of drinking lots of alcohol regularly?
What kind of changes have to be made in order to make a book into a successful show or movie? Who makes these changes? Have any of your favorite books been adapted to TV or film?
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not so sure
well the show was ok and mildly amusimg but i was a little offended by the opening sceen witch shown her praying to vodka and i as a christian was very offended by the prayer but the rest of the show was kind of funny and cute and i may try agin some time ps. i do adivse parents with small children please be warned this show is not for them and has no parental advisary before it so i say watch at your own risk
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Not for Kids
This has no place for kids, nor was it written for kids. The book it is based on (much better than the show) is for adults about Ms. Handler's sex life. This is NOT for kids and I doubt anyone involved with the show would argue the merits for any child to watch.
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Disgrace to Society
I think this show is disgusting much like her other show just typical promoting sex, drugs , alcohol and herself this is nothing for children to see she is a disgrace and she needs to stay on her own generic "E" channel stop trying to being a super star shes low class and vial.
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Enough Chelsea Lately
This show is so stupid Chelsea is a very ego inflated self serving alcoholic she serves no purpose and this show is yawn worthy.
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Go to rehab
This show is rediculous and chelsea needs rehab she is clearly promoting being a drugged out and boozing all the time she looks like shes in her 50s acts like a child she needs to grow up and im not impressed with anything she does or says.
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| Topics: | brothers and sisters, friendship |
| TV rating: | TV-14 |
| Network: | NBC |
| Cast: | Chelsea Handler, Jake McDorman, Laura Prepon |
| Genre: | Comedy |
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