First off I have to confess I am a fan of Bonnie Hunt. She is a great comedian with a sense of humor that is sharp, educated and damn right funny.
Today aired the first episode of her daily talk show appropriately called "The Bonnie Hunt Show."
I hope it was the first show jitters, but I was a little disappointed. I didn't find that the show flowed from segment to segment. It seemed like it was all over the place. for example, I would have liked it to have a little more 'ta-da' for being the first show. She explained how and why the opening titles were created. Also, fellow comedian Robin Williams delivered flowers to her and there was the small mention of the Chicago Cubs jerseys being worn by the shows staff because Hunt is a long time Cubs fan. And was about it. I know the show wants to be a current with the days events, well I think they missed the point by trying to cram too much into the first episode. The days event was that it was the 'first show'. Just to give you an idea of all that went on, there were Culver City firemen sliding down a pole, talk of Dean Martin, a short guest interview with Hunt's niece, Robin Williams, singer-songwriter Meiko, a pizza delivered from Chicago, interviews with kids at her sister's school in Chicago, food being passed out for the audience, etc. I think you get the point.
As for the good parts, Bonnie Hunt still has the goods. The set is awesome. The 'live' band is swinging. And Hunt is funny.
In conclusion, Hunt is a comedian and needs to let the jokes work for her and not be so wrapped up in the gimmicks of the day. The show has great potential and I hope they find a groove to settle into to make it work.
And by the way, why isn't "The Bonnie Hunt Show" being recorded and broadcast in high definition?
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