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The 12 episodes of Frasier Series 3 Box 1 find the show at the peak of its form: this is part of the golden era between the introduction and establishment of the characters and the inevitable, but anticlimactic, resolution of the tension between Niles and Daphne in a later series.
Frasier is now so much a part of the furniture of global television that it is easy to forgot how boldly it defies many sitcom conventions: it would have been much easier, for example, to invent a brother for Frasier who was a boorish, slovenly mechanic, rather than another prissy, pseudish psychiatrist. As it is, the alternating competition and solidarity between the pair, which reaches an apotheosis in the episode included here in which they try to share an office, is much more believable, and the show's occasional forays into seriousness are plausible rather than mawkish as a result.
The best of the episodes in this box set are, as ever, those which give centre stage to the ambition, vanity and ego of Frasier himself (who, despite these defects never becomes unsympathetic, a further testament to the writing and acting). These traits are thrown into sharper relief than usual in these episodes by the introduction of Kate, the new boss of the radio station which employs Frasier; again, a bit-part player who could--and in most other sitcoms would--have been written as a one-dimensional battle-axe, yet is endowed with genuine warmth and wit. –-Andrew Mueller
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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Frasier has become one of the most popular US sitcoms since it's conception in the early 90's. It has risen in popularity, though it has become a definite aquired taste amongst most people. Only those who have enjoyed Frasier since the early years appreciate the show to this day, to others it is a meaningless comedy which demonstrates no comedic value. To those people in particular I would say this: do yourself a favour and buy this box set, although I would recommend buying the series 1 first.
Frasier has an extremely funny group of chracters, you can't help but love Frasierthe psychiatrist, who is more need of mental help than any of his patients due to his nuerosis and morality. Frasier's brother Niles is endearing with his ongoing pursuit of Daphne, together the brothers create chaos with their sibling rivalry and pompous airs which has carried the show on into it's ninth year. Add Frasiers father Martin into the fray, with his common touch which Frasier and Niles never apreciate and Martins dog Eddie who provides many a canine comedy sketch and you just feel part of the family.
It's easy to get lost in a Frasier marathon for the whole weekend, and when the whole season is finished you just can't wait untill the next release.
On a final note I must say that I have never seen such value for money, in comparison to Friends the Frasier videos are half the price, but just as good in comedic value. Just make sure you aren't a simpleton or many of the jokes may float over your head, which is precisely the reason why Frasier isn't popular amongst a lot of people in England: they find 'Big Brother' has more to offer - Oh the shame.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
An excellent set of twelve episodes from the earlyish days of the series before Niles and Daphne got together and the programme started going downhill. Includes the episodes beginning the break-up of Niles and Maris.
Should delight any Frasier fan!
3 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Frasier has matured into one of the highest quality, most amusing US sitcoms from the last decode. Add this to your collection, it will be viewed with pleasure time and again.
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