I've seen this episode many times over the years, including in it's original run in '76, and I cringe every time I see Ann/Bonnie flirt and tease and bump her way into her daughter's date's heart (or whatever). I realize Franklin didn't write the episode, but her performance is so over the top -- as it usually is -- that I can barely watch it. Ann bolsters her own ego and deflates Julie's, the mark of a great mom. Somehow I think this episode would be less cringe-worthy with a better actress. Richard Masur is always great, Mackenzie Phillips is good as the pissed off, rejected daughter, Valerie Bertinelli is still learning how to perform, Robby Benson is good as a horny, insecure college boy.
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Jerry and George buddy episodes
3 October 2022
There's interplay between Jerry and George, and between the two of them and others, that is reminiscent of some of the best buddy relationships from comedy tv history. Very different from the usual Seinfeld humor, it's so goofy, but so funny, especially the bit at the public phone. (Watch for Jerry's brief homage to Barney Fife.)
Kramer's story is funny, but the bit actors they hired (the Norma Desmond-like neighbor and crazy van guy) are a riot, as is usually the case with the one-offs the production brings on.
I've seen both parts of The Trip more times than I could count and I still laugh each time.
Kramer's story is funny, but the bit actors they hired (the Norma Desmond-like neighbor and crazy van guy) are a riot, as is usually the case with the one-offs the production brings on.
I've seen both parts of The Trip more times than I could count and I still laugh each time.
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