Miranda - Series 1 [DVD]

I have been a fan of Miranda Hart ever since I stumbled upon her series from the BBC called 'Miranda.' I watched all of season one and two on YouTube, (living in America and not having access to the BBC,) though as the series' are copyrighted they were quickly removed from the web. This meant I'd have to purchase the DVD's in order to continue watching and loving the show. Which brings me here! I've just gotten season one and intend to purchase season two, (and eventually three,) as soon as I get my next paycheck! 'Miranda' is such a funny show and reminds me a lot of the American show back in the the fifties called "I Love Lucy." Miranda seems to always get herself in a pickle. She finds herself jumping out of windows, impersonating other people by accident, and searching for love in all of the most unlikely places. At 6 feet tall she seems to be mistaken as a man far too often, and has great adventures with her very short, (but loyal,) best friend Stevie. One of the funniest things about 'Miranda' is the way Miranda Hart speaks to directly to the audience, (I often find that I see myself in her strange and awkward character,) and its very like you as an audience member are going through all of Miranda's crazy antics and adventures along with her. I highly, HIGHLY, recommend this show to anyone 15 and up, (there are some not very child friendly--but, super funny jokes,) and to anyone who likes lots of comic relief at the end of a long day.I did also purchase a second copy of season one in order to spread the Miranda love and send a good friend a gift; I can't wait until she receives it! SUCH FUN!

I watched the first episode of Series 2 last night and have logged on today to check whether my copy of Series 1 is on it's way yet (not quite...) because now I really want to watch the first series all over again.I love sitcoms - mainly American ones. But it takes something pretty special to make me laugh out loud, wipe away tears of laughter, shout encouragement at the screen, cheer and go "awwww" quite as much as I did watching Miranda last night.The first Series was great - especially the episode where she goes on "holiday" round the corner from her flat. Great sympathetic characters, loads of visual and verbal jokes, never takes itself too seriously (in fact it's very silly) but never goes for a cheap laugh either. Enough in-jokes and catchphrases to allow familiarity, but not so many that they breed contempt. And Miranda herself is just brilliant!!!And then there's Gary.......ahhhh.....If last night was anything to go by, the new series is going to be at least as good as the first. Let's hope we don't have to wait another whole year for it come out on DVD!Such fun!

I have only seen two episodes as yet but I must say that I am one of those people who find very few comedians funny, who remain straight-faced when others are having fun and yet, I have not only smiled but laughed watching both episodes. Miranda Hart is heart-warming and the character she portrays is endearingly awkward and very moving as well as extremely funny. I love her facial expressions which are fun without being over the top clownish. It might be an old-fashioned sort of funny but it suits me fine and I have found some moments that were (in my opinion) little gems. The awful mother is a wonderful creation and totally believable in all her nastiness.And watching Miranda's elated face at finding stuff her size in that shop for cross dressers was hilarious , as was her chasing after Gary dressed as a bride. I hope it continues in this vein because then I will be sure to buy the DVD.It is not often I find shows that actually make me laugh! this is one of them!

It's about time we had some fresh, clever, different British comedy from the BBC, and Miranda hits the spot. People often deride comedy that appeals to all the family, but these comedies are usually the ones that stand the test of time through word of mouth, and the ones that are the cleverest. Miranda brings back devices used in the 70s (breaking the 4th wall, mild slapstick) and brings them up to date in the 21st century. This appeals to the nostalgia of the older members of the family while the younger ones discover a new comedy trick. Miranda had little advertising (if any?) for the first series, and I discovered it by leaving the TV on, but word quickly spread as laughter is infections. I'm buying this for my family for christmas- my only problem is who to give it to so the rest aren't jealous!

What can I say? I absolutely love this programme!It is simply comic genius which the whole family can enjoy.Was introduced to this show by my parents, and since purchasing this DVD for my mother for Christmas she has yet to have chance watch this DVD for herself, as it has been passed around the family, and I can honestly say everyone who has seen it has loved it!So great to see a genuine British comedian providing us with good old British comedy! =] a refreshing change to some of the TV shows these days!Also great to see the fabulous Miranda Hart being rewarded for her hard work through the comedy awards =] A deserving winner as she is truly the queen of comedy =]Would definitely recommend seeing it if you haven't already and I will almost be definitely be buying season 2 =]!

The only criticism is that watching the whole dvd in a short space of time you notice the recycling of jokes. However, they reappear because they are characters' catchphrases or integral personality traits. It's reassuring in some way. Miranda is closer to sketch shows than the American type of sitcom, which goes heavily into character development and even pathos. Miranda is a dvd you could watch after the funeral of a close relative and it would cheer you up. It's silly and that 's why it's fun. Yet the characters are recognisably drawn from contemporary Britain. Miranda makes us feel better about ourselves by appearing constantly maladjusted for social scenarios, and yet, I'm sure we'd all like to have her for a friend. I think you've got to giggle at some point, if not the whole way through.