ShootingEgg Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 One thing I got out of it is that I need to save around 30k to buy a nomad.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danger-Mouse Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 The guys on it before actually came across as being friends, and the dialogue between them was natural rather than forced, this was all painfully obvious scripted stuff that they'd learned before the show, I'm sure they had a script before, but it wasn't obvious. . It was scripted before, mostly, if not all, written by Clarkson, IIRC he once laughingly complained that Top Gear had been put up for a best unscripted TV show award. The fact it came across that way is a testament to his skill and the natural rapport amongst the 3 amigos. Anyone can do the format, that`s easy. It`s re-creating that magic between the hosts that`s the difficult part. That`s why the US and Aussie versions aren`t as popular as the old shows with Clarkson, May and Hammond. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesey1981 Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 It was scripted before, mostly, if not all, written by Clarkson, IIRC he once laughingly complained that Top Gear had been put up for a best unscripted TV show award. The fact it came across that way is a testament to his skill and the natural rapport amongst the 3 amigos. Anyone can do the format, that`s easy. It`s re-creating that magic between the hosts that`s the difficult part. That`s why the US and Aussie versions aren`t as popular as the old shows with Clarkson, May and Hammond. Yeah, I agree with that, even the cheering from the audience grated, sounded like a 70s sitcom where they were all being held at gunpoint, or even worse, Saturday morning kids tv. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul1440 Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 (edited) To be fair.. I think that May had said (before it was taken out of their hands it only had 1 or 2 years left in the format as anyway and were looking to bail on the near future anyway. It's funny that Sitcom gas been mentioned. I read somewhere that the programme was more akin to a Sitcom as it had little to do with cars... I guess you couldn't do friends successfully with totally different characters/ actors either. Edited May 31, 2016 by Paul1440 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 A bit like waggon wheels , a lot smaller than the original . Harnser Not had one for years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodp Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 Rubbish, too false. Watched ten minutes and turned it over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymo Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 Just seen 'Extra Gear' and miles n miles better than TG- presenters who are actually 'involving' and personable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKPoacher Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 It was scripted before, mostly, if not all, written by Clarkson, IIRC he once laughingly complained that Top Gear had been put up for a best unscripted TV show award. The fact it came across that way is a testament to his skill and the natural rapport amongst the 3 amigos. Anyone can do the format, that`s easy. It`s re-creating that magic between the hosts that`s the difficult part. That`s why the US and Aussie versions aren`t as popular as the old shows with Clarkson, May and Hammond. I don't remember there being the cohesion in the early Clarkson, Hammond May Top Gear shows. James May seemed desperately out of tune with the other two, especially Jezza. But they grew together and obviously became very good mates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danger-Mouse Posted May 31, 2016 Report Share Posted May 31, 2016 I don't remember there being the cohesion in the early Clarkson, Hammond May Top Gear shows. James May seemed desperately out of tune with the other two, especially Jezza. But they grew together and obviously became very good mates. You may well be correct. I can`t really recall the earlier shows tbh. Evans and LeBlanc may eventually gel into a cohesive unit and the show could improve. However, unlike when Clarkson brought the show back, they have far more public scrutiny and probably pressure to succeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougall Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 having listened to Chris evans on R2 this morning all he could talk/boast about was his Top Gear viewing figures?!...his ego astounds..I do hope alot of people felt I'll see the New Top gear and give it a chance....and now turn off...a gloating Chris Evans is not something to wake up to.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinchesterDave Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 To be fair I watched it and quite enjoyed it, some bits made me giggle especially the catering joke at the start lol... Granted, Evans was trying to impersonate Clarkson for a bit of it but I thought for a first showing, it was good and hopefully they will all gel together in the future to make it as good as the original. Only time will tell, but ill be watching other episodes certainly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
four-wheel-drive Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 Just had a quick look at it on I player and to me it seemed like utter rubbish but then who am I to judge they have lots of people on TV today that they say are comedians now that is a joke I used to love the old wheel tappers and shunters now they really could make you laugh not squirm with embarisment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 I didn't fancy watching, but did. Massive mistake. Chris Evans clearly regards himself as something special, which eludes me. Amateurish in the extreme. Painful viewing which I won't repeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunkield Posted June 1, 2016 Report Share Posted June 1, 2016 I watched it last night and enjoyed it, so that's just me and James May then... Evans needs to stop shouting so much and it could do with tidying up in places, but other than that a good show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wisdom Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 It was ok just ok.Chris Evans really needs to calm down.Will watch again and see how it develops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
secretagentmole Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 (edited) Chris Evans reminds me of a Cocker Spaniel on Red Bull, all yap and wriggle. If he calmed down, tried to develop his own style instead of trying to do a Clarkson it may work. Le Blanc seemed to suffer a bit with the format and the script, but he seemed to get into the swing of things a bit better than Evans. I thought the best line was when they were talking about the tame racing driver, "We got custody!" Edited June 2, 2016 by secretagentmole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuji Shooter Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 Removed from series link - enough said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granett Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 (edited) Isn't the feeling that Evans is "copying" Clarkson just the result of him delivering lines written for him by the same team that supplied them for his predecessor? A friend has always said that Top Gear is a sitcom made to look like a car documentary (and didn't intend it as a criticism), and that particularly rang true this episode, I thought. I personally felt that everything felt a bit worn, tired and creaking. I think the presenting team could work quite well, if the producers could inject some new life into the scripts. Edited June 2, 2016 by Granett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danger-Mouse Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 Isn't the feeling that Evans is "copying" Clarkson just the result of him delivering lines written for him by the same team that supplied them for his predecessor? . It isn`t the same team though. Clarkson himself had a huge input into the scripts and the script editor who worked with him also quit after the "fracas". A nice review of how it used to work here. http://jalopnik.com/how-we-made-top-gear-1713882209 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 Chris Harris should have been on the main programme along with a female driver presenter and le blanc for the yanks. Evans should stick to shouty silly stuff like TFI Friday and radio. Chris Harris on cars channel on you tube is a much better watch than top gear. Still a **** Top Gear is better than no Top Gear and getting more reality rubbish forced on us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashman Posted June 2, 2016 Report Share Posted June 2, 2016 British TV can be described in a couple of clichés: 1. Chris Evans is everywhere 2. Yank voices in every programme The BBC used to make a programme for the natives, hosted by three chaps to whom the viewer could relate - middle-aged, white men. Now it's not and the BBC ruined it in the hope of attracting continuing BBC Worldwide sales. I presume the production crew is also new because gossip from Dunsford Aerodrome is that the new lot are choppers - and I don't mean 1970's bikes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisjpainter Posted June 7, 2016 Report Share Posted June 7, 2016 with a combination of head in hands and the fast forward button I've got through the first two episodes. Chris Evans is going to kill it. Replace him with Charlene Spiteri. pretty ropy start really - I'm not sure i'll make it through the other four episodes! viewing figures for episode 2 were down by a third on episode 1, which in itself recorded a record low for a TG opener for ten years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted June 7, 2016 Report Share Posted June 7, 2016 I enjoyed Sunday's episode. plenty made me laugh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougall Posted June 7, 2016 Report Share Posted June 7, 2016 British TV can be described in a couple of clichés: 1. Chris Evans is everywhere 2. Yank voices in every programme The BBC used to make a programme for the natives, hosted by three chaps to whom the viewer could relate - middle-aged, white men. Now it's not and the BBC ruined it in the hope of attracting continuing BBC Worldwide sales. I presume the production crew is also new because gossip from Dunsford Aerodrome is that the new lot are choppers - and I don't mean 1970's bikes... agreed. funny how after 1 st programme all he talkrd about monday was the ratings...after 33% drop off he says ''ratings no longer way to judge a show and dont matter...!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted June 7, 2016 Report Share Posted June 7, 2016 with a combination of head in hands and the fast forward button I've got through the first two episodes. Chris Evans is going to kill it. Replace him with Charlene Spiteri. pretty ropy start really - I'm not sure i'll make it through the other four episodes! viewing figures for episode 2 were down by a third on episode 1, which in itself recorded a record low for a TG opener for ten years. I'm a TG devotee but am afraid I forgot it was on; caught the last 15 minutes and have no intention of watching it on iplayer. Great shame, it was once a must see programme for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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