| Author | Message | ||
     Jaimec |
Why do I picture Jerry in a rocking chair on his porch yelling: "HEY YOU KIDS! GET OFF MY LAWN!!" | ||
| Sifo |
Does it matter that it's a cartoon, poorly animated or not? Taking it a step further, radio can do great shows with zero visual effects. The point is that the quality of the show isn't limited by the visual aspects, far from it. The truth is that South Park is a far better show than most of what's on TV. If you don't care to watch it, good for you. If you have a closed mind just because of the "poor animation" then perhaps you just have closed your mind to certain ideas. Having said all that, the OP was all about gay innuendo and loud pipes. I would have to go with condemn the whole thread or none at all.  | ||
| Oldog |
Ferris, I still laugh at the SP episode, But its getting a little long in the tooth. Blubb Blubb side wise to a fello rider whos seen that is not going outa style in one sceene the "harley riders" are doing outlandish things to draw attention to them selves one character has a rotating beacon strapped to his helmet. I visited M2nc & Ulywife last new years, I had the helmet decorated with christmas lights, and was wearing my Hivis yellow one piece "banana" suit When I arrived it spurred much laughter and a few blubb blubbs the one premis that I agree with that straight piped motos are at times annoying and it will provoke action on all of us I did bike week in '06 on the steet side of the hotel, at 3:00 AM strait piped bikes metric and HD are making full power passes, not conducive to sleep. I guess technicaly My X1 is a FAG bike by the SP deffinition, loud, grabbs attention, and some old fat guy riding a "sport" bike so I'm a fag? [ insert oldog / spidy pic here ] na just an old attention starved metro sexual | ||
| Crusty |
I thought that meant that you were Bike-Curious? | ||
| Cyclonedon |
My world doesn't have time for cartoons mine doesn't either! Nor do I have time to spend reading about politics or political views, especially on what is suppose to be called a motorcycle forum! I'll just stick to riding! | ||
| Whatever |
I wonder what this researcher would say about the CHROME BALLS hanging off the back fender??? | ||
| Bikertrash05 |
LOL, Jerry the Tank? | ||
| Ted |
i agree sifo, along with Simpsons, family guy are better than any current 'sitcom. the satire and social commentary is what makes these shows. i like how they poke fun at groups and current trends ,eg southparks Facebook episode. | ||
| Bikertrash05 |
I don't think I have ever had to defend South Park before, where do I start? Yes, the animation isn't the best, but they know that and made fun of themselves for it in their South Park movie. The best episodes are ones where they reveal current events for what they are. In a recent episode, KFC restaurants are banned, and the former KFC buildings are now Marijuana dispensaries. The 2008 election results episode was also good, making fun of both sides. The Somalian pirates, the economy, Scientology, .... The recent Islam episodes really pushed some buttons, but showed how absurd the Islam religion is compared to other religions by the reactions the episodes received. Buddha was snorting coke, Jesus was surfing porn, and Muhammad wasn't even shown, yet who did Matt and Trey receive death threats from? | ||
| Sifo |
I'm disappointed in the Comedy Channel for censoring the recent episode on Muhammad, but they are planning a new show poking fun at Jesus. South Park handled censoring Muhammad in a great way IMO, actually poking fun at the "censoring". Further censoring by the Comedy Channel really ruined it though. | ||
| Denisea |
hmmm... "no inner child"... Now THAT was funny. Guess he doesn't know you at all, sweetie. Not sure why I felt compelled to post here, truly is a waste of time that I could be gearing up. Speaking of, Stations Inn is calling... pirates and all. | ||
| Froggy |
"Cartoons" are a hundred times better than the "reality" junk that is all over TV. | ||
| Danger_dave |
lols - What gets me more than the annoying voices and lame animation is South Park is I was too sophisticated for turd jokes when I was seven. | ||
| Paw |
This is the first few lines in the story. "Ladies - You may want him rev his engine before taking him home. Study links loud exhaust noise to small penis size." I heard the same thing about men and lifting their trucks and putting huge tires on them. (Message edited by paw on May 09, 2010) | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
Crusty, I'd say that debating political opinions, regardless of the venue, is an honorable pursuit, key word "debating." Yeah, BWB is a motorcycle forum, but do you want Blake to enact and enforce a rule that the ONLY topic that can be discussed is motorcycles? The political threads are easy to avoid, as easy as it is for me to avoid South Park (which I've done successfully for the entire tenure of the show). This is way off topic, of course, but since you asked: Discussing politics should be encouraged, not discouraged, IMO. Not arguing, not name-calling, not crude and rude inane, uninformed commentary, but actual debate. Interest regarding the fundamental workings of our country seems an honorable exercise, IMO. Watching a trash-talking cartoon that the creators have somehow managed to convince y'all is providing insightful social commentary is a waste of all-too-precious time, IMO. Regards, FB | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
Jaime, is that supposed to be funny, or an insult, or perhaps both? Is that the best you can do?  FB | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
Sifo, not sure if this is directed to me. If so, I don't have a "closed mind" because of the animation. I actually think the animation is clever (and it probably keeps production costs to a minimum). I have a "closed mind" because you fans of South Park seem to think the creators of the show have some special insight into the workings of the world, that they're saying something sage and important, social satire and all that. Geez, it's nothing but potty-level shock talk. South Park is no more "important" or enlightened or socially relevant than Howard Stern. That South Park is apparently so wildly successful isn't due to what they have to say, it's how they say it. When my two kids were still under my roof I was pretty conservative as to what was OK in terms of TV viewing. In fact, for many years we didn't have a TV. My kids read a lot of books, which was a good thing in many, many respects. Having watched about half of the "Fags" SP episode, I can tell you it wouldn't have been allowed in my household. I'm also of the opinion that the majority of television programming these days is pablum, spoon-fed to the mindless masses. I don't watch TV - I don't have the time, and there's very little on there worth the investment even if I did. There's a reason it's called the boob tube. FB | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
Oldog, I'd take that a big step further and say that ALL inconsiderate behavior is annoying, and, in the extreme, will provoke action on all of us. An example that all of us can relate to is the presence of the heavy law enforcement which now looks to be permanent fixture at Deals Gap. I agree that riders of motorcycles with "loud" exhausts can be rude at times. But I'd argue that the problem of "inconsiderate" motorcyclists is much larger than a few Harley riders. I'd also argue that rude, inconsiderate behavior on behalf of society in general should be shunned, even on "just" a motorcycle forum. Take care, my brother. FB | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
Don, why do I seem your name pop up on so many "political" threads? FB | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
I've got some sheetrock to hang. Hope y'all have a great Monday. FB | ||
| Guell |
Watching a trash-talking cartoon that the creators have somehow managed to convince y'all is providing insightful social commentary is a waste of all-too-precious time, IMO. I myself have never thought it was insightful. I enjoy how it pokes fun at current situations and i watch it because its funny. Its a funny cartoon, nothing more. | ||
| Ezblast |
quote: Why do I picture Jerry in a rocking chair on his porch yelling: "HEY YOU KIDS! GET OFF MY LAWN!!" Actually after meeting you a few times Ferris/Jerry - yes - that is funny! LOL EZ | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
Short break from sheetrock (shhhhhhhhh, Denise is taking a well-earned nap...) EZ, yeah, that prolly is funny, maybe enough so there's a future SP episode in the making? FB | ||
| Sifo |
Jerry_haughton, It was Crusty that made the comment about poor animation, so it was more of a response to his comment, but not necessarily limited to him either. I don't really think many people thing SP reveals any real insights into society. It's just entertainment. We all need some down time. If you don't care for it, please do choose something else for your down time. The reasons I like SP are because they (mostly) attack just about everyone equally. The recent Muslim bit was a sad exception to that rule, largely imposed by the cable company. It actually forces you to laugh at yourself. The other part that makes it a good show is that the writers react quickly to current events. This doesn't make their "insights" good or bad, it just relates the show to life. For what it's worth it took me years to warm up to South Park. It took my wife a few years more. Now we both enjoy it greatly. It's way better than any "reality" show they have come up with. You are more that free to keep it out of your house though. BTW, my wife and I have said many times that if we had kids, SP would not be viewed in our home. | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
I watched a portion of the "Fags" episode. It's the only SP I've ever watched. I couldn't believe the amount of vulgar language (I wonder how many children watch SP with their parents on a regular basis?), and I was all done when they portrayed human feces on the motorcycle seats and one of the bikers vomited. I truly don't understand how anyone finds this kind of humor "funny," much less socially relevant (I suspect the creators of the show share the same sentiment...)
Thank you. FB | ||
| Aesquire |
I thought the comment on BMW ( car ) drivers was brilliant. If anyone missed it, it's a joke. South Park? I don't watch often, but they sometimes really nail a subject. Intolerance and lack of humor is a common theme, that goes back to Mark Twain at least. If you have Jesus swearing & Buddha snorting coke, the Scientoligists holding a town hostage unless they get to talk to Mohammed...... as the set up to the "joke" that his image is forbidden, and go to great lengths to never, ever show him, and still get death threats.....I'd say your show is beheading edge. Like the sign I once saw on tv said. "We'll kill you if you say islam is violent". It would be hilarious, if they didn't actually murder people for telling the truth about their religion. Not, by any means all followers, but enough that honest discussion is feared. Comedy central gave in to that fear, and it got them a bomb parked in front of the building anyway. Cowards just get shot in the back. I'm big on toleration, but respect must be earned. The "FAGS" episode was very funny to me, since I've been to Sturgis.  I also have a Wileyco muffler, and love to hear the music while passing under bridges..... but would not act like the South Park bikers. It's not even a fine line to me, it's a fuzzy zone. Is my behavior going to endanger another? Then don't, idiot. Is my behavior going to annoy others? How much? Why? so.....judgement call. Mine may be good on any given day, or not. | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
I've been to Sturgis twice. South Park still sucks. | ||
| Spiderman |
You suck!  I always picture Ferris like this...  | ||
| Pwnzor |
South Park still sucks. Thanks for your opinion. It's wrong, but thanks anyway. | ||
| Crusty |
I haven't been to Sturgis. But I'll be going there right from Homecoming. South Dakota is the one state of the 48 contiguous States that I haven't ridden a motorcycle in. Fortunately, Terri and I will be riding through there a month before Bike Week. |
