When I heard Tim Vine had a new DVD coming out, I was excited. So I watched "So I said to this bloke" to get me in the mood. Then I thought, 'how can he top that'. Then Punslinger came along. Let's get one thing straight. Tim Vine is not one of the best comedians on TV. He's one of the best ever. He has no need for purposeful insults, or hollow controversy for the sake of controversy. His idea is simple. Keep the jokes short, keep the laughs coming. If you didn't like that one, the next will bowl you over (though the chances of not liking them are slim) Tim is misunderstood, mostly by those who are new to his comedy, for being a throwback to the one liner, clean cut comedians of yesteryear. What they don't realise is the irony, and the self awareness that accompanies Tims' style. He often takes a minute to himself with that, 'what the hell am I doing' sort of look.
So, if you like Tim Vine, in anything, live at the apollo', on 'not going out' (also fantastic) or on stage, this is very much for you. If you have never seen him live, this is for you even more. I sincerely hope Tim Vine starts getting a lot, lot more recognition. I hope he does more TV work, but most of all I hope he, or his associates read this, and let it be known he is not undervalued, or over-hyped. He's just a damn funny bloke.