Community Television Series

Community is a television sitcom that is based at Greendale Community College. It was created by Don Harmon and airs on NBC, debuting in September 2009. Harmon based the show on the experiences he had while attending Glendale Community College in the northeast of Los Angeles. Community is filmed at Los Angeles City College, California.The show uses an ensemble cast made up of Joel McHale, Danny Pudi, Gillian Jacobs, Alison Brie, Yvette Nicole Brown, Donald Glover, Chevy Chase and Ken Jeong

The premise of the show is that an unlikely study group forms when Jeff Winger (McHale) pretends to be a Spanish tutor in order to spend time with Britta (Jacobs). However, she invites Abed (Pudi) to the group, who also invites Shirley (Brown), Annie (Brie), Troy (Glover) and Pearce (Chase). The group soon learn of Jeff's deceit, but eventually decide to remain in the study group together. Despite their very different backgrounds and circumstances, the group becomes friends. They all begin to see things from other people's views, and Jeff in particular evolves due to his interactions with the group. The setting, Greendale Community College, is filled with crazy scenarios, inspired in no small part by Dean Pelton (Rash). Pelton is constantly trying to legitimise Greendale as a college and elevate its status.

Jeff Winger is the sarcastic but grounded character who is constantly pointing out the ridiculousness of the events happening at Greendale. Jeff is the main focus of Community, although the show is largely an ensemble effort. Winger was a lawyer who was disbarred for exaggerating his law degree. He is attending Greendale to get a legitimate law degree. McHale will be familiar to television audiences as the host of The Soup.

Community relies heavily on popular culture references and meta-humour. This is to stay it draws attention to its own status as a television show and pokes fun at itself. It is more self aware than most TV shows. The main source of this humour is Danny Pudi's Abed Nadir. Abed is one of the breakout characters of the show. Another audience-favourite is Senor Chang, played by the familiar Ken Jeong. Chang begins series one as the study group's Spanish tutor. However, it turns out his situation is similar to Jeff Winger's and he is faking his job credentials. He then returns as a student and is desperate to join the study group.

Community is sure to gather a cult following due to its unique take on the sitcom genre and it has already been renewed for a third season.

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Main Characters of The Lord of the Rings Series

The Lord of the Rings is one of the world's most popular and well-known high fantasy series, one that has and always will be one of the greatest series in its' genre for all of time. Over the course of the series several characters are introduced, here are the details about the main characters. In The Lord of the Rings Frodo Baggins, Bilbo Baggin's "nephew," is tasked with casting the One Ring into the fires of Mount Doom in Mordor.

His best friend Samwise Gamgee is there with him every step of the way, carrying and encouraging the both of them when Frodo feels that he cannot go any further. Samwise Gamgee is in some ways more of the hero than Frodo himself. He goes to great lengths to protect Frodo, and his love and loyalty is nearly incomparable to any other character in the saga. He is even willing to set aside his obvious dislike and distrust of Gollum in order that he and Frodo may complete their quest. Meriadoc Brandybuck, also known as Merry, is regarded as one of the more perceptive characters in The Lord of the Rings. He is one of Frodo's closest friends and a relative as well.

Peregrin Took, also called Pippin, is one of the youngest characters in the series. He is also one of the more resourceful members of the fellowship, displaying surprising levels of bravery as a soldier in the Army of the West. Gandalf the Grey is a mighty wizard. His power is one that is subtle, nearly unrecognizable beneath his plain robes of grey as he travels leaning on his gnarled staff. After his two day and two night battle with the terrible Balrog where he met his end, Gandalf was sent back stronger and more powerful as Gandalf the White.

Aragorn was known as Strider in the beginning of the journey, but later went by his true name when the joined the fellowship. Aragorn is soon revealed to be the next King of Arnor. He is a rather grim character, hardly ever showing emotion except in brief, unexpected moments. Legolas is an Elf hailing from the Woodland Realm; he also serves as the Fellowship's archer, and as leader after Gandalf's "demise." As an elf, he has several gifts and advantages that other members of the fellowship do not such as a degree of immunity from the effects of the elements and excellent eyes and ears.

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Old TV Series - The Best There Is

I love old television series. My favorites generally include those which were made before I was born. The shows were generally family friendly, had moral stories, and you didn't have to follow the entire series to find out what is going on.

Today, shows are completely different. The humor is different. The writing is different. Even the camera work is different. Everything is different besides both being on television.

My favorites are as follows:

Mr. Ed

A freaking talking horse! How great is that? When I was younger, I'd always watch the re-runs all the time. Classic humor. And a freaking talking horse!

Hogan's Heroes

This is probably my most favorite. Although historically inaccurate in many ways, the show is amazingly funny. Hogan and Schultz are probably my most favorite characters of any TV series. Hogan is like the cool guy who is nice to everyone and Schultz is like the bubbly kid who just wants to have fun. Two great, great actors with a wonderfully written story.

I Love Lucy

Who doesn't love Lucy? She is one of the most famous actresses in the history of television. She helped break through the gender barrier and help other women become lead actresses for generations to come.

M*A*S*H*

Alan Alda plays an excellent Hawkeye. His wit and humor make an excellent character to love and follow. Honestly, the TV series is by far my favorite between it and the movie.

The Andy Griffith Show

Growing up in a small town, I can easily relate to Mayberry. People are friendly, everyone knows each other, and if someone new comes to town, the sheriff knows about it quickly.

Cheers

This show isn't completely before my time; however, it ended during my early childhood so I don't remember too much of the show when it was actually on. It is now considered a classic and amongst some of the best television shows of all time. A show that takes place in a bar. Excellent.

Taxi

Andy Kaufman is a comedic genius, but he doesn't completely make this show. Danny DeVito, Tony Danza, Christopher Lloyd, and Judd Hirsch are whom make this it so entertaining and amazing.

If you happen to love watching television, check out these old TV shows. They are well worth the time and will give you a few laughs in the process. Old is the new 'new'. Check them out while you are waiting for your favorite new shows to come on television.

Gary R. Hess is a writer, poet, and lover of television shows. Be sure to check out his article on the Best TV Show Quotes.

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