StyleSk8r
At first rather annoying in its heavy emphasis on reenactments, this movie ultimately proves fascinating, simply because the complicated, highly dramatic tale it tells still almost defies belief.
Sameer Callahan
It really made me laugh, but for some moments I was tearing up because I could relate so much.
Kaydan Christian
A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.
kosmasp
The Cosby Show is one of classic TV shows. And if you haven't watched it yet and start with Season 1, you will see why that is. It might have dated (style/clothing wise), but its core values remain intact and relatable. It is really strong, especially the first episode is so good, because while it has morality in its center it is not looking down on the viewer. It is cleverly written and not bound by color, race or anything else some people would like to read into it.The "family" is put nicely together, though the setting (playing in front of a live audience) limits the set ups a little bit. If you really want, you can see through the blueprints of the show. But that is not a bad thing. And while there were problems (outside the show) with one family member (Lisa Bonet), it is waved into the story somehow.Unfortunately there comes a time, when the Cosby show is not on its top game anymore. It doesn't get boring, but you can see, that there is no ore family stories/values to be said anymore. Still Cosby is or could be your favorite TV dad ... flaws included!
Peter S
Bland,boring,not very funny.I cannot understand why The Cosby Show did so well in the ratings when it originally aired on television.The only reason could be is by the mid 1980s television "started" it's decline to the point where the shows made now are un-viewable.So possibly due to lack of competition the show did well.Who knows?If this show was introduced during the Golden Age of American television the 1950s-1970s,I think it would probably not have even made it on the air or would have been cancelled within 10 weeks.About the only positive things I can say about this show is they had a few interesting guest stars,and it was filmed in color.I personally know of no-one who watches it any more.So why do stations still put it on the air?I've never seen the show My Mother The Car,but it's got to be much better than Cosby.
sarah-giggles
This show is probably the best show that has ever been on TV. My mom loves it, and so does my brother and my friends that have seen it. This is one of those rare shows that kids and adults can sit down and watch together and both really enjoy.Bill Cosby was always funny and always kept the show fresh. Raven Symone in the later seasons did a better job at acting than she did in "That's So Raven." Rudy was just the cutest little girl! This show was extraordinary, and so many people watch it, even still to this very day. Whether you're watching your first or one hundredth episode, it is just as entertaining. What made this show so entertaining and memorable was that they portrayed things that would happen in every day life. Many times when I watch this show I laugh just thinking that that sounds just like my life.Whenever I'm sick or depressed I watch one episode of "Cosby" and I already feel better. I would definitely recommend this show.
davulture
You'd have to be crazy to think the Cosby Show wasn't the most dominant network show on television during the 80's. The Show focused on an upper class family living in Brooklyn. Bill Cosby as Cliff Huxtable creates an uncanny charm as a great father to his children but at the same time he himself is childish in behavior. Claire Huxtable portrayed by Phylicia Rashad is very assertive and has a dominant role despite the fact she is second to Bill Cosby. She gracefully commands a scene. Plus the kids of the Huxtables are all portrayed to perfection from Theo, Denise, Sondra, Rudy, etc......even the guests including Earle Hyman as Cliff's father are interesting and un-pretentious. My only beef with the show would be the last two years when the cast addition of Pam was introduced the Huxtable kids become to old. The show toward the end became a flutter of characters but still very good. Great 80's show and the finale was probably one of the best I've seen on television. Amazing.
