Butterflies - Again

[andy-hughes]

The second series was so much darker than the first - there are long scenes of complete silence from the studio audience - rare in a 70's comedy.

Yesterday's episode contained one of the great visual metaphors of television - as Ben and Ria drive in their cars and turn in opposite directions - each listening to the radio. The Righteous Brothers' 'You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling' plays on both radios, and both of them frown, and turn their radios off.

Classic stuff, and I make no apology for commenting on it again - I think that silent image of a couple confused and frightened by what is happening to them is just wonderful.

[Caran]

I am also enjoying Butterflies, also enjoying Waiting for God, this is one of the best of the oldies in my view. Also just started watching reruns of Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads, also good. It shows the oldies are the best.

[Canary42]

Not all the oldies stand the test of time. I remember loving The Army Game way way back (57-61) but recently discovered extracts on YouTube and was left absolutely cold. May be due to my age of course (at both ends!)

[andy-hughes]

Canary42, indeed, it is often a real let-down when you watch shows you loved, and find them creaky and dated.

I remember when Andy-Pandy was released on video from the late fifties, and there were thick black strings to be seen! Strings!!! I don't remember strings! But I was five in 1959!

[netibiza]

Dear andy-hughes, Remember this and it will serve you well in life: If you are enjoying something, there are always strings attached!!!!