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There’s a reason why Curb Your Enthusiasm is regarded as such a classic comedy, and you’ll find plenty of further evidence in season eight of the show. It retains the uncomfortable, honest approach to its comedy, with Larry David playing a fictionalised take on himself. There aren’t too many parameters holding the show in, and it continually strays beyond lines that many others wouldn’t go near. Fortunately, it’s all done by such a skilled bunch of people, that the end result is more gut-bustingly funny than the majority of its contemporaries.
Season eight of the show sees Larry as a single man, following his divorce from his wife, Cheryl, and the location of the series shifts from Los Angeles to New York, too. It doesn’t impact the barbs, the cutting lines and the quality of the comedy though, and it’s hard to get across just how brilliant Larry David is here. Curb Your Enthusiasm benefits from a strong supporting cast, willing to join in with the improvised nature of much of the script, but it’s David who steals pretty much every episode.
Season eight finds Curb Your Enthusiasm in refreshingly rude health, and this release adds in some extra value, with New York-focused extra features. Boasting some of the show’s funniest episodes though, it’s the wonderful comedy that remains the star attraction, and Curb Your Enthusiasm’s courage and quality shows no sign of waning at all. --Jon Foster
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You thought you had problems? Try being an incomprehensibly successful writer with a gorgeous wife. Unfortunately for Larry David, co-creator of SEINFELD, $400 million and the woman of his dreams (Cheryl Hines) are no match for the constant turmoils that wreak havoc on his daily life. With the help of his manager Jeff (Jeff Garlin) and best friend Richard Lewis (Lewis, playing himself), Larry tries to maintain some semblance of order, but when trouble seems to find you everywhere, that isn't so easy. CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM is, quite simply, television at its finest, a brilliant and hysterical work of comic genius that absurdly and seamlessly blends reality with fiction. Includes all episodes from series eight.
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By L. Upton
Format:DVD
Ok, so I know a lot of people think that this season isn't as good as previous ones, and they have a point I think the show misses something without Cheryl, I agree the New York move was a pointless one, and yes the dynamic between Larry and Leon has become tired.
So if I think that then why I am still giving five stars? That's simple it's still laugh out loud funny, beautifully awkward and incredibly well written. It is still my favourite current sitcom on air, and the pit falls are nothing when stacked up against what made and continues to make this show great. I compare this season to 8 and 9 of Seinfeld (when Larry left the show) yes you can criticise it but only because of how great it was in the first place. It is easily still a 5 star show and it is still outstanding to its long standing fans and new fans alike.
If you're a fan of Larry, Seinfeld, Curb, sitcom, or just great TV this season deserves a place in your DVD collection.
So if I think that then why I am still giving five stars? That's simple it's still laugh out loud funny, beautifully awkward and incredibly well written. It is still my favourite current sitcom on air, and the pit falls are nothing when stacked up against what made and continues to make this show great. I compare this season to 8 and 9 of Seinfeld (when Larry left the show) yes you can criticise it but only because of how great it was in the first place. It is easily still a 5 star show and it is still outstanding to its long standing fans and new fans alike.
If you're a fan of Larry, Seinfeld, Curb, sitcom, or just great TV this season deserves a place in your DVD collection.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By N. McDade
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Just when you think he's worn the gags out, Larry puts a fresh spin on it and makes you fall about laughing all over again.
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I gave it 3 stars as a few episodes were very good, a couple very average and a couple poor.
Having said that still a worthy purchase for the collection.
Having said that still a worthy purchase for the collection.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
So funny!!
I love Larry David! It seems it's getting better and better. How is it even possible? Definitely one of the best US series.
Published 19 days ago by Caux Hervé
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gets better all the time!
What can you say about Curb that has not been said already. This season has but a couple of low points, but the highs are genius! Read more
Published 22 days ago by Ricardo Lacombe
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typical Larry David
Another great series of curb your enthusiasm. Larry continues to build great narrative on some of life's little frustrations. Read more
Published 29 days ago by Mr. Ag Williams
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The greatest comedy show ever made
Curb is simply stunning.great cast performing a superb script . The outline of a story apparently only known to them the day before. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Tone
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Larry David is king
Contains classic Curb moments you really wouldn't want to miss. I love Curb, and I love this series. Highly recommended.
Published 2 months ago by J. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
FANTASTIC SERIES!!
brilliant!! ...................if you want seasons 1-8, the cheapest way to buy them, is buy seasons 1-7 in a boxed set, then buy season 8 on its own!! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Nunnerley
5.0 out of 5 stars
Must Have
Larry David must be one of the funniest, deadpan guys about. This is a great series and I would recommend this if you have a sense of humour
Published 3 months ago by Chivas Brothers - S Watson
5.0 out of 5 stars
More of the same, exactly what we want.
Surprisingly just as good as any of the previous series. Same box style as the others. If you haven't seen any of Larry David's escapades yet, buy series one. Simple.
Published 3 months ago by games_joe
5.0 out of 5 stars
a must buy boxset.
Simply the best show on Tv.I have every curb your enthusiasm box set and it keep getting
Better and better,you must buy this DVD its the best!!!!
Better and better,you must buy this DVD its the best!!!!
Published 3 months ago by jeremy
4.0 out of 5 stars
"Dat's What'I'm Talkin' 'Bout Larry!"
The great thing about Curb is that Larry David won't just make them religiously every year, he takes a break, and after a few years, Larry was ready to come back to CYE and really... Read more
Published 4 months ago by DL Productions UK
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