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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
I saw this show live in Reading - because Tim didn't come to Oxford again. Grrr! - some time ago and was overjoyed to see this appear for release. I treated myself to this for Christmas and watched it on Christmas Day with my family. For starters, this is probably the only stand-up video out there that everyone - old and young - can sit down and watch.
That doesn't mean however, that it is cheap, lame Chucklevision style humour. Well, maybe the "Mati-neigh" jokes are, but don't let that put you off.
What marks Tim shows out from other short gag merchants is that he thoughtfully intersperses them with some of the most bizarre and silly skits and props you've ever seen. As a fan of pure silliness, I think there's a lack of downright sillines in comedy at the moment - and there's nothing sillier than a load of Kellogg's variety cereal boxes attached to an umbrella frame. I've seen people like Stewart Francis and as funny as he is, it can get a bit heavy going and tedious with nothing else to break it all up, but as I say, Tim provides plenty of visual gags, songs and antics to stop the monotony.
The show itself I have to say, does seem to to start a little slowly. Personally I would say the stronger jokes come in later. That said, there are still some decent chuckles to be had along the way.
"Punslinger" lacks the strength of classic skits like 'Flag Hippo' or 'Pen Behind The Ear' (although do watch out for the encore) but there are still plenty of absurdities in a similar vein - 'Sheepy Up' and 'Ventriloquism' to name but a few.
There are some interesting extras too. For example, a film of Tim trying out all manner of strange and silly new material in order to prepare for the tour. There's also an old home-made movie by Tim and John Archer about two useless detectives who struggle even to solve parking problems, let alone crimes. Oh and watch out for the wonderfully named Mayor too!
Overall, I think "So I Said To This Bloke" is possibly a touch stronger than "Punslinger" but the simple fact is this - If you love Tim, you'l love this. And I do.
That doesn't mean however, that it is cheap, lame Chucklevision style humour. Well, maybe the "Mati-neigh" jokes are, but don't let that put you off.
What marks Tim shows out from other short gag merchants is that he thoughtfully intersperses them with some of the most bizarre and silly skits and props you've ever seen. As a fan of pure silliness, I think there's a lack of downright sillines in comedy at the moment - and there's nothing sillier than a load of Kellogg's variety cereal boxes attached to an umbrella frame. I've seen people like Stewart Francis and as funny as he is, it can get a bit heavy going and tedious with nothing else to break it all up, but as I say, Tim provides plenty of visual gags, songs and antics to stop the monotony.
The show itself I have to say, does seem to to start a little slowly. Personally I would say the stronger jokes come in later. That said, there are still some decent chuckles to be had along the way.
"Punslinger" lacks the strength of classic skits like 'Flag Hippo' or 'Pen Behind The Ear' (although do watch out for the encore) but there are still plenty of absurdities in a similar vein - 'Sheepy Up' and 'Ventriloquism' to name but a few.
There are some interesting extras too. For example, a film of Tim trying out all manner of strange and silly new material in order to prepare for the tour. There's also an old home-made movie by Tim and John Archer about two useless detectives who struggle even to solve parking problems, let alone crimes. Oh and watch out for the wonderfully named Mayor too!
Overall, I think "So I Said To This Bloke" is possibly a touch stronger than "Punslinger" but the simple fact is this - If you love Tim, you'l love this. And I do.
33 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Obviously I haven't actually seen the DVD, but I was lucky enough to be at the recording and it is absolutely brilliant - Tim Vine at his absolute best.
That said, it should come with a health warning that you could actually become damaged from laughing so much - there were several points at the recording where I did worry that I might stop breathing or similar.
So buy it - but be careful!
That said, it should come with a health warning that you could actually become damaged from laughing so much - there were several points at the recording where I did worry that I might stop breathing or similar.
So buy it - but be careful!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I think Tim Vine is great and have four of his DVDS - I watched this and to be a little harsh was a bit disappointed, on the other hand he still came out with some hilarious things like the goose walk, and some great jokes. However a lot of the jokes were very lame and not at all funny and he fell flat with the auidence a couple of times. The ewe in midair was pointless and I think all the songs were not funny in this DVD, the leaning song was long winded and got annoying as did the ventriloquist part, I found this a bit too childish and annoying again. His other DVDs I watched and laughed right through from beginning to end but this act to me was a bit filling in with anything. The DVD started hilarious but by midway I was kind of bored :(
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Tim Vine - Punslinger
This is a fantastic dvd to watch and you can watch it over again and never get board
love it. it is funny and is a fantastic comedian. Read more
love it. it is funny and is a fantastic comedian. Read more
Published 5 months ago by dmaxie
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Simply outstanding from Tim. By making his act more animated and more varied, with the inclusion of more crazy songs, his performances go strength to strength. Read more
Published 7 months ago by N. Shabibi
Well worth watching - believe me Pt 1
Have been a fan of Tim Vine for a while without realising that he had issued any DVD's of his material. Having "introduced" him to the rest of the family we are all fans. Read more
Published 7 months ago by maxmca
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Great product fast turn around item exactly as description a real pleasure to do business with this supplier will definitely buy from them again
Published 7 months ago by pcrepairman
Not his best work.....but still funny.
I have all of Tim Vine's DVDs. Whilst I think this is funny, it's not as good as the others. I'm a big Tim Vine fan, and I would say that if you don't have the other two DVDs then... Read more
Published 9 months ago by A. Clancey
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Punslinger is very funny. Of course it is. Tim Vine is one of the best comedians around. His jokes are primarily silly puns - but don't let that put you off, he is brilliant. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mr. K. Orourke
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One of the funniest dvd's i've seen. It's fast and a relentless attack on your sense of humour. Brilliant after a couple of drinks, or not , as I found when re-watching it the next... Read more
Published 11 months ago by kevin7
Not As Funny As His Last DVD, But Still Great!
I'm an American and I somehow stumbled upon a Tim Vine set on youtube and 3 DVD purchases later he's my favorite comedian. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Sean
Tim Vine does it again
The master of the one liners does it again. Funny, quick, witty and downright daft - all you could hope for. His DVDs can only be beaten by going and seeing him live.
Published 15 months ago by Grogsound
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This DVD was brilliant. I had only seen Tim Vine briefly on television but always found him funny so took a chance on his DVD not really knowing what to expect. Read more
Published 17 months ago by F. Ford
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