Tv Series Critique

A fairly current TV series that centers around work is Home Improvement, featuring Tim Allen. The plot of the show is based upon the difficulties a young family encounters while trying to balance the demands of work and home-life. In this case, Tim Allen is the co-founder of a TV series, "Tool Time" with a co-host who he finds often hinders the success of the show rather than helps it. However, since the two are long time friends, Tim is never capable of severing their work partnership. Tim occasionally struggles with managing the stress of the tv series and having to help raise three teenage boys at home. This gives rise to conflict between Tim and his wife and sometimes he and the boys. After an argument between he and his sons or wife, Tim often seeks out advice from his "friend from over the fence" who always seems to have helpful words of wisdom that can usually help to resolve the issue. While this tv series represents an unlikely family situation for many American families, it is an entertaining family show that many people enjoy.
Although the show is entertaining, it is flawed because the setting is difficult for others to relate too. Shows that have a similar plot to the lives of American families are very successful due to the fact that others can easily relate to the situation. Fortunately for Home Improvement, people were able to enjoy the show despite this factor. I think that the plot of the series represents a fantasy lifestyle that many families enjoy being a part of when they watch the show. This could be why the show was and is still so successful. I did not however, enjoy the large amount of conflict that seemed to be consistently present in each show. I feel that constant arguing sets a poor example for children to watch and can make others think that it is normal and acceptable to argue with your spouse and children on a regular basis. Despite these few flaws, the show is enjoyable ad entertaining to watch overall.