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two problems

posted 15 years ago by xela-12
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firstly though: I LOVE MOCK THE WEEK...but

Why do the studio audience AUTOMATICALLY laugh whenever Andy Parsons merely walks to the mic before even saying a thing? Funny once (No actually not even once), but how many series are we up to now, and still they get a kick out of it! He strolls up.. then smirks, maybe a nod for good measure and... Q laughter!

And why is Hugh's "dear Jimmy" considered for every episode? I'm sure they can edit it out, they have the recording equiptment don't they. Its such a weak gag that he churns out when he can't think of something remotley witty or clever.

[–] RavyDavyGravy 15 years ago

I think that's one of the best bits about Andy Parsons. That and his Bill Oddie voice. The first time I saw him, I actually thought he was doing a Bill Oddie impression.

I will agree with you about Hugh though. Most of his act consists of the usual Showaddywaddy/Car Insurance gags, or otherwise just staring into the camera after one of his comments in the Scenes We'd Like To See round. I don't see why most of the other comedians seem to defer to him.

I'd like to see Johnny Vegas on this show. And David Mitchell is always good value.

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[–] RavyDavyGravy 15 years ago

Johnny Vegas is one of the most intelligent comedians around.

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