If SEINFELD was not unique enough already focusing on the "normalcy" of life, the episode "The Contest" has continued to make an impact on viewers and critics alike for nearly a decade. Solely focusing on masturbation, or lack of, during the entire episode was enough to catch one's attention. Maybe I am behind on my sitcom knowledge, but I do not believe that another sitcom has ever considered such a private topic as the basis for an episode, and especially made a joke about it. Although this idea may seem crude at first, after viewing "The Contest" one can see that SEINFELD writers approached the topic of masturbation in such a unique way that the word masturbation itself is never even said, yet viewers know exactly what the characters are trying to convey. This creative insight, combined with a comedic background is what continues to make "The Contest" a favorite episode ten years after SEINFELD'S finale.
Friday, March 21, 2008
#9 Interesting Contest
If SEINFELD was not unique enough already focusing on the "normalcy" of life, the episode "The Contest" has continued to make an impact on viewers and critics alike for nearly a decade. Solely focusing on masturbation, or lack of, during the entire episode was enough to catch one's attention. Maybe I am behind on my sitcom knowledge, but I do not believe that another sitcom has ever considered such a private topic as the basis for an episode, and especially made a joke about it. Although this idea may seem crude at first, after viewing "The Contest" one can see that SEINFELD writers approached the topic of masturbation in such a unique way that the word masturbation itself is never even said, yet viewers know exactly what the characters are trying to convey. This creative insight, combined with a comedic background is what continues to make "The Contest" a favorite episode ten years after SEINFELD'S finale.
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Shana--thanks for the early posting. I appreciate it.
You mention several times that the episode was a "creative" one. Could you provide me with some evidence to support your opinion?! For instance, HOW does the audience "know exactly what the characters are trying to convey." And what is creative about this approach? Thanks!
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