Really? Who finds Jerry Seinfield's stand up funny?

Post by **smjmcomic** » Fri Mar 19, 2004 1:25 pm

If you ask me I think Seinfeld is the most overrated comic working today. His stand up is not funny at all. I know what you are thinking "Yeah Shawn but he's show was great" Well I have news for you the only reason that show was good was cuz a writter by the name of Larry David was the head writter Jarry just showed up read his lines and jumped back in his porsche and that was that. What's yer take on our ole'pal Jerry?

Post by **Hicks4000** » Fri Mar 19, 2004 4:22 pm

smjmcomic,

I agree. totally. he bores me.

Post by **cbreez0101** » Fri Mar 19, 2004 5:06 pm

smjmcomic,

no way, guys! he's the bomb! the king of 'did you ever notice'

Post by **smjmcomic** » Fri Mar 19, 2004 6:05 pm

cbreez0101,

Oh yeah big time
:p

Post by **NickFlanagan** » Fri Mar 19, 2004 9:34 pm

smjmcomic, even though he's not my favourite comic in the world,I think Seinfeld probably had enough to do with the show
that bore his name to have earned some credit for its radness.
I must admit, I bought a copy of Seinlanguage at a garage sale and some of it was funny...and I actually liked his material in that movie Comedian. I don't think he's the greatest, but I think that Jerry Seinfeld has his place in the annals of comedy. The only problem is I don't know what 'annals' means.

Post by **Jennifer** » Sat Mar 20, 2004 4:28 am

NickFlanagan,
LOL-over the annals thing-that's funny dude!!

Post by **jane_haze** » Sat Mar 20, 2004 9:38 am

cbreez0101,

Ummm.....NOT ME!!!! As I was listening to something of his, I was thinking today how much he makes me cringe everytime I hear him. He's the king of hack! And not funny.

Post by **SweetLuchia** » Sat Mar 20, 2004 10:19 am

jane_haze,

Jerry Seinfeld a hack? Oh NO honey! I admit he's a FAR cry from the comedian Mr. Pryor is but he certainly isn't a hack by any means. Seinfeld achieved levels in the comedy industry that 99% of comics can ONLY dream of. You don't reach those levels by being a hack. You reach them by busting your ass, staying focused and working extremely hard.
I must say tho I totally enjoy watching you 19 and 20 year olds put your feet in your mouth:lol: When you grow up and look back at all the times you spoke without thought, you'll understand why

Post by **jane_haze** » Sat Mar 20, 2004 11:11 am

SweetLuchia,

I still say that he sux and "what is up with..." ahhh!!! I cannot stand that. He can be a hack with a good work ethic. That would be the difference. My theory, as of yet, is if one bust his ass, as it were, and stick to whatever (this case stand up) with the energy of a benny addict (borrowing from Jack Keruoac), he can get some acclaim. The masses have no taste. If they did, Survivor, Big Brother, Dating Shows, and the Majority of reality tv would not be popular.

Why do I know the names of Bil Dwyer and Dat Phan if work ethic and perservering were not part of it? Granted, these guys will never reach Jerry Seinfeld level (God willing). Networking and hard work will get you to a decent level of success in any career...that's just the way the world works. I'm 19, but I've seen a little bit more of the workings of the world than most people my age.

Jane

Post by **MisterTee** » Sat Mar 20, 2004 11:24 am

Yeah, I agree with jane. I'm 32 and bristle at Jerry Seinfield's "Did you ever notice..." material and that voice. I've seen five or six epsiodes of Seinfield and his show was funny; because of the characters (except Jerry) and the writing. But what I have seen of his act, it's sorely lacking. Same with Drew Carey; subpar act, great show.

Sienfeld's best work was in 'Pulp Fiction' when he burst through the bathroom door with the gun and tried to shoot
Jules and Vincent. Great dramatic acting.

Other comedians who annoy me: Howie Mandel and Bobcat (though Bobcat had some good material) and Paulie Shore.
Why was that guy famous? Yeah I know everyone in the business loves Paulie and his mom Mitzhi Shore is a legend who many owe their careers to, but Paulie isn't his mama and being a great guy doesn't make you talented.