Always the brilliant show and never afraid to test the waters. This season-closer is no different – and I sense (once again) all is not what it seems. From the first time I watched this program I was hooked and became an instant, dedicated "Big Bang" fan. I don't know who is doing the behind-the-scenes-strategerizing
but they are doing an awesome job. Not afraid to test the waters with new characters, the show's puppet masters are always teasing the audience with unique situations and people. The production team bates the hook with 'that new character' and then they tug the line a tad, waiting for a response. If the newbie generates a sluggish response
the studio tosses the 'unsuitables' back – now if the new addition stimulates an audience-feeding frenzy – the initiate is 'golden' and added. The cast grows in depth while their comedic strengths continue to blossom (with Blossom). And talk about a funny and friendly group. The trailblazers (Leonard, Sheldon, Raj, Howard and (of course – big 'sister') Penny) are such a solid foundation. Some new characters have come and gone but the valuable ones have stayed and I – for one – am very pleased. Those latecomers have been spectacularly weeded from the loser-herd and are now just too important to release. Malissa 'Squeaky Voice' Rauch – outstanding; Mayim 'Sheldon's Girl' Bialik – perfect, and Kevin 'Too Nice for Vice' Sussman – just too important – have their own individual niches-of-importance. Normally I don't like cliff-hangers, but I am definitely looking forward to next season. To jump on the assumption that, 'the ring' is actually an engagement ring...especially coming from Sheldon...might be a mistake. I hope it is not, but if it is...keep up with the brilliant writing. Like I said – all is not what it seems.
Now if I am completely wrong about the stupid ring - I will quickly eat crow and agree with those who see some sick-serious twist. I hope 'Big Bang' remains funny, serious turns have a historical habit of tanking good comedy. An example of comedy-destruction would be the old TV show M.A.S.H. Once Alan Alda demanded and was awarded more control over the program, it turned into potty-water. This move did succeed in three things though. It built up Al's already huge ego; lots of actors lost their jobs prematurely and insulted his audience. I guess it is all in how one measures success.
Now if I am completely wrong about the stupid ring - I will quickly eat crow and agree with those who see some sick-serious twist. I hope 'Big Bang' remains funny, serious turns have a historical habit of tanking good comedy. An example of comedy-destruction would be the old TV show M.A.S.H. Once Alan Alda demanded and was awarded more control over the program, it turned into potty-water. This move did succeed in three things though. It built up Al's already huge ego; lots of actors lost their jobs prematurely and insulted his audience. I guess it is all in how one measures success.