Is Ricky Gervais still funny?
Last night over my brother’s birthday dinner, conversation turned to whether or not Ricky was still funny, following the excellent article with a similar title in last weekend’s Telegraph.
Hmm… I think that I will have to go and see him live to see if he delivers the goods, but watching him at the Diana Concert was more painful than having my wisdom teeth removed!
I thought that The Office was excellent (especially the Christmas special), but I never got a chance to watch ‘Extras’ and so I don’t know how it compares.
What I do know is that he seems to struggle on the spot. He’s not as funny as the sort of stand-up comics you get a dodgy pubs in Islington, but perhaps his TV shows are genius and where he should focus his efforts.
However, what’s really interesting is the Press’ desire (need?!) to destroy people that are doing well and being successful… He’s taking more heat than David Cameron at the moment, and I do wonder if all of the Ricky-sniping is part-driven by jealously - didn’t a lot of showbiz journalists actually want to be in showbiz?
Damian did remind me about the woeful episode of “The Simpsons” where Ricky made a guest appearance. I thought it was the worst episode of The Simpons ever. It’s the only one where I didn’t laugh once. Damian watched it with me and speechless in disgust.
Maybe the little fella just needs to stick to what he is good at? I’ll certainly be looking out for his TV show, but I won’t be inviting him to perform at my wedding!
