Tripper Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 "The Love Car Displacement" - Tension runs high when everyone is staying at the same hotel for a science event and Bernadette runs into her ex-boyfriend, on THE BIG BANG THEORY, Thursday, Jan. 20 (8:00-8:31 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Rick Fox, three-time NBA champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, guest stars as Bernadette's ex, Glenn. Episode Guide | Wiki Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 8, 2011 Posted January 8, 2011 Do you think 'everyone' will include Penny? If so, who would have invited her? Leonard? Please don't have Penny sleep with Leonard. Please don't have Penny sleep with Leonard. *mantra on repeat* 'Cause Lord knows there will be a mini bar and those two (Penny and Leonard) need to drink in order to have sex... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmbt Posted January 16, 2011 Posted January 16, 2011 Hi , pals , i really wonder , is there any hope for (Leonard and Penny) getting back together until the end of Season 4 ? what do you think ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destyre Posted January 16, 2011 Posted January 16, 2011 Hi , pals , i really wonder , is there any hope for (Leonard and Penny) getting back together until the end of Season 4 ? what do you think ? It's obvious that they are going to do that at some point as they are hinting at it all the time. How long they wish to drag it out for is anyone's guess though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl1970 Posted January 16, 2011 Posted January 16, 2011 Do you think 'everyone' will include Penny? If so, who would have invited her? Leonard? Please don't have Penny sleep with Leonard. Please don't have Penny sleep with Leonard. *mantra on repeat* 'Cause Lord knows there will be a mini bar and those two (Penny and Leonard) need to drink in order to have sex... Obviously, the only episode you watched of Season 3 was the finale, because they had plenty of sex during the 3rd season where they weren't drunk or no alcohol was involved. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 16, 2011 Posted January 16, 2011 Obviously, the only episode you watched of Season 3 was the finale, because they had plenty of sex during the 3rd season where they weren't drunk or no alcohol was involved. Obviously you're rude and lack a sense of humour. It's obvious that they are going to do that at some point as they are hinting at it all the time. How long they wish to drag it out for is anyone's guess though. Lord only knows how long the on again off again whirlwind 'romance' will drag on for. As for the episode in question, they probably won't have sex but will come close to it, sharing a bed, etc. Joy of all joys. Please let Raj or Sheldon mess it up! ^_~ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackWhiteRose Posted January 17, 2011 Posted January 17, 2011 And here is the promo for thursday! Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destyre Posted January 17, 2011 Posted January 17, 2011 Meh looks like an Amy-heavy episode, and as Bernadette has already been mentioned to be a focal point... God damn it, why is this show about dating and relationships now, just like every other mediocre sit-com!? BORING! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillF63 Posted January 17, 2011 Posted January 17, 2011 Meh looks like an Amy-heavy episode, and as Bernadette has already been mentioned to be a focal point... God damn it, why is this show about dating and relationships now, just like every other mediocre sit-com!? BORING! The show has always been about dating and relationships or the lack their of. The thing that makes the show so good is that these geniuses are socially inept and are, like most normal people (except Sheldon) are looking for love. So without that component the show would be nothing but geeks talking about comic books and science fiction movies. That would get boring after a while. I know I have said it again and again, and I will say it once more I don't think there is really chemistry between Penny and Leonard as a couple and I think the show is funnier when they're apart and Leonard is longing for what he cannot have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 18, 2011 Posted January 18, 2011 I know I have said it again and again, and I will say it once more I don't think there is really chemistry between Penny and Leonard as a couple and I think the show is funnier when they're apart and Leonard is longing for what he cannot have. ...Will you marry me? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destyre Posted January 18, 2011 Posted January 18, 2011 Meh looks like an Amy-heavy episode, and as Bernadette has already been mentioned to be a focal point... God damn it, why is this show about dating and relationships now, just like every other mediocre sit-com!? BORING! The show has always been about dating and relationships or the lack their of. The thing that makes the show so good is that these geniuses are socially inept and are, like most normal people (except Sheldon) are looking for love. So without that component the show would be nothing but geeks talking about comic books and science fiction movies. That would get boring after a while. I know I have said it again and again, and I will say it once more I don't think there is really chemistry between Penny and Leonard as a couple and I think the show is funnier when they're apart and Leonard is longing for what he cannot have. It's a part of the show but I don't think that it should be a focal point and I'm not sure that agree that the show has ever been ABOUT relationships up until late season 2 anyway; about the boys and their issues with women and desires maybe. My main beef is when the whole episode focuses on Bernadette and Howard, Penny and Leonard, Sheldon and Amy and each couple's issues with each other, while the other cast members who are not central to that particular drama at that time are merely background noise like glorified extras. And sure, it's bound to happen but these types of episodes just seem to be getting more and more frequent in the show. It's kind of killed the core cast's personalities abit and the show is losing the essence that made it great; for me at least. But that's just my opinion and I'm just concerned that it's going to become unrecognisable to what it started as before long... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pomita Posted January 18, 2011 Posted January 18, 2011 I don't think they're making this show too much about dating or relationships - they still have brilliant episodes like 'Justice League Recombination' and not-so-brilliant episodes like 'Bus Pants Utilization' which are almost exclusively focused on geeky stuff and the dynamics between the core friend group. As for the additional female characters and relationship issues - let's face it, we've been seeing these guys from years, they're going to 'grow up' and have normal lives - nerdy or not. I don't find it inappropriate that the show highlights this aspect more as the time goes on, it's just character development. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destyre Posted January 18, 2011 Posted January 18, 2011 I don't think they're making this show too much about dating or relationships - they still have brilliant episodes like 'Justice League Recombination' and not-so-brilliant episodes like 'Bus Pants Utilization' which are almost exclusively focused on geeky stuff and the dynamics between the core friend group. As for the additional female characters and relationship issues - let's face it, we've been seeing these guys from years, they're going to 'grow up' and have normal lives - nerdy or not. I don't find it inappropriate that the show highlights this aspect more as the time goes on, it's just character development. I quite liked the Bus pants Utilization personally, apart from how overbearing Sheldon was; but aside from that it was good. The guys will grow of course over time, but it's important to keep that nerdy essence in there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl1970 Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 Hey Incongnito, I have a great sense of humor and you obviously don't understand sarcasm. I'm hoping we get some L/P scenes for this episode. L/P scenes have been almost non-existent which is a tragedy because they have great romantic chemistry. The few L/P scenes that they have done for Season 4 have been fantastic and hopefully we will get more of them as this season goes. Overall Season 4 has been a disappointment compared to Season 3. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 Hey Incongnito, I have a great sense of humor and you obviously don't understand sarcasm. That wasn't sarcasm. That was being flippant and rude. And it's Incognito. If you have a beef with me, take it up in PMs. If not, I suggest we avoid each other on here and not look for opportunities to insult. Sound good? Awesome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillF63 Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 Meh looks like an Amy-heavy episode, and as Bernadette has already been mentioned to be a focal point... God damn it, why is this show about dating and relationships now, just like every other mediocre sit-com!? BORING! The show has always been about dating and relationships or the lack their of. The thing that makes the show so good is that these geniuses are socially inept and are, like most normal people (except Sheldon) are looking for love. So without that component the show would be nothing but geeks talking about comic books and science fiction movies. That would get boring after a while. I know I have said it again and again, and I will say it once more I don't think there is really chemistry between Penny and Leonard as a couple and I think the show is funnier when they're apart and Leonard is longing for what he cannot have. It's a part of the show but I don't think that it should be a focal point and I'm not sure that agree that the show has ever been ABOUT relationships up until late season 2 anyway; about the boys and their issues with women and desires maybe. My main beef is when the whole episode focuses on Bernadette and Howard, Penny and Leonard, Sheldon and Amy and each couple's issues with each other, while the other cast members who are not central to that particular drama at that time are merely background noise like glorified extras. And sure, it's bound to happen but these types of episodes just seem to be getting more and more frequent in the show. It's kind of killed the core cast's personalities abit and the show is losing the essence that made it great; for me at least. But that's just my opinion and I'm just concerned that it's going to become unrecognisable to what it started as before long... I do think relationships should be the focal point of the show. Originally the focal relationships were the four guys and Penny with the subsets of the Sheldon/Leonard Sheldon/Penny and Penny/Leonard relationships. I think the issue is that these relationships had to move along or the show could become static and stale. But what has happened is now that Penny & Leonard have had their relationship and Sheldon is in some type of relationship and Howard has Bernadette I do think the group has become more fragmented because of these other relationships. So On that point I would like to see a little return to the core group of interactions between Sheldon, Leonard, Howard, Raj & Penny. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destyre Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 Meh looks like an Amy-heavy episode, and as Bernadette has already been mentioned to be a focal point... God damn it, why is this show about dating and relationships now, just like every other mediocre sit-com!? BORING! The show has always been about dating and relationships or the lack their of. The thing that makes the show so good is that these geniuses are socially inept and are, like most normal people (except Sheldon) are looking for love. So without that component the show would be nothing but geeks talking about comic books and science fiction movies. That would get boring after a while. I know I have said it again and again, and I will say it once more I don't think there is really chemistry between Penny and Leonard as a couple and I think the show is funnier when they're apart and Leonard is longing for what he cannot have. It's a part of the show but I don't think that it should be a focal point and I'm not sure that agree that the show has ever been ABOUT relationships up until late season 2 anyway; about the boys and their issues with women and desires maybe. My main beef is when the whole episode focuses on Bernadette and Howard, Penny and Leonard, Sheldon and Amy and each couple's issues with each other, while the other cast members who are not central to that particular drama at that time are merely background noise like glorified extras. And sure, it's bound to happen but these types of episodes just seem to be getting more and more frequent in the show. It's kind of killed the core cast's personalities abit and the show is losing the essence that made it great; for me at least. But that's just my opinion and I'm just concerned that it's going to become unrecognisable to what it started as before long... I do think relationships should be the focal point of the show. Originally the focal relationships were the four guys and Penny with the subsets of the Sheldon/Leonard Sheldon/Penny and Penny/Leonard relationships. I think the issue is that these relationships had to move along or the show could become static and stale. But what has happened is now that Penny & Leonard have had their relationship and Sheldon is in some type of relationship and Howard has Bernadette I do think the group has become more fragmented because of these other relationships. So On that point I would like to see a little return to the core group of interactions between Sheldon, Leonard, Howard, Raj & Penny. Precisely my wish too (with regards to your final sentence). I'm not saying that I want all relationships out of the show and for them to only talk about comics; merely that they should not forget what the show is about: The close friendship of 4 geniuses and a waitress who lives next door. The core hanging out together always works, they don't even have to try, so I'm with you there. But having the show revolving around relationships... well I could just go and watch Friends or Sex in the City for that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pomita Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 I don't think they're making this show too much about dating or relationships - they still have brilliant episodes like 'Justice League Recombination' and not-so-brilliant episodes like 'Bus Pants Utilization' which are almost exclusively focused on geeky stuff and the dynamics between the core friend group. As for the additional female characters and relationship issues - let's face it, we've been seeing these guys from years, they're going to 'grow up' and have normal lives - nerdy or not. I don't find it inappropriate that the show highlights this aspect more as the time goes on, it's just character development. I quite liked the Bus pants Utilization personally, apart from how overbearing Sheldon was; but aside from that it was good. The guys will grow of course over time, but it's important to keep that nerdy essence in there. So did I; it was a bit predictable, but the agreeable feeling of the 'core group dynamics' was there. On the other hand, as BillF63 says, it's also important to have new characters and interactions and changes in a show which might hopefully last 7 or even 10 years! The good thing about it is that the different kinds of episodes (repisodes, Shepisodes ) attract different audience sections, so it's good for the show's reach. I'm happy as long as they keep making both kinds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destyre Posted January 20, 2011 Posted January 20, 2011 I don't think they're making this show too much about dating or relationships - they still have brilliant episodes like 'Justice League Recombination' and not-so-brilliant episodes like 'Bus Pants Utilization' which are almost exclusively focused on geeky stuff and the dynamics between the core friend group. As for the additional female characters and relationship issues - let's face it, we've been seeing these guys from years, they're going to 'grow up' and have normal lives - nerdy or not. I don't find it inappropriate that the show highlights this aspect more as the time goes on, it's just character development. I quite liked the Bus pants Utilization personally, apart from how overbearing Sheldon was; but aside from that it was good. The guys will grow of course over time, but it's important to keep that nerdy essence in there. So did I; it was a bit predictable, but the agreeable feeling of the 'core group dynamics' was there. On the other hand, as BillF63 says, it's also important to have new characters and interactions and changes in a show which might hopefully last 7 or even 10 years! The good thing about it is that the different kinds of episodes (repisodes, Shepisodes ) attract different audience sections, so it's good for the show's reach. I'm happy as long as they keep making both kinds. Yeah was a good one. Sheldon was way too insane there though to the point of annoyance, but as you said, felt nice with the main cast together through-out. I don't mind different episodes, but I just hate to see it being about the same old romance cliches, just like every single other sitcom ever in the history of television and possibly before if they had sitcoms on stage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted January 21, 2011 Posted January 21, 2011 Well, this was fun! Not the best episode of the series by any means, but an enjoyable half hour with some of my favorite people (and one or two of my not-so-favorite ones). Steve The Wiki Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted January 21, 2011 Posted January 21, 2011 Amy was enjoyable, and Sheldon's facial expressions during the panel were awesome. :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pomita Posted January 21, 2011 Posted January 21, 2011 This was a nice episode, I thought, with a lot of laughs and the whole ensemble (old and new characters) working together rather well. The road trip and 'musical-bedrooms' ideas were fresh. Amy-haters would probably have balked at it though! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destyre Posted January 21, 2011 Posted January 21, 2011 Was an ok episode, not amazing but pleasing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozblues Posted January 22, 2011 Posted January 22, 2011 Enjoyed it, but I started worrying that it was yet another "Sheldon takes over" Ep, but that didn't last long. I'm getting bored with Amy, but am really enjoying "Bernie", she's fun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen Penelope Posted January 22, 2011 Posted January 22, 2011 My husband SWEARS Penny and Sheldon will end up together at some point in the future. I think it's far-fetched, but he's usually right-on with his predictions. http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Give-us-a-Memaw-appearance-on-Big-Bang/182219421801145 Join my Facebook campaign to get Memaw on the show!! I don't care if I ever see Howard's mom, but I think a Memaw appearance would be HILARIOUS!! Click on the link above to join the movement!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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