Most sit-coms are aimed at a relatively low denominator of intelligence. This one has the distinction of almost being exceptional. It is truly unfortunate that someone on the production team was influential enough to introduce a trio of characters that were actually out-of-character to the rest of the line-up. I'm referring, of course, to Larry and the two Darryls. Not only are they a throwback to the level of the average sitcom viewer, but their attempts at humor fail miserably - usually leaving one annoyed at the vulgar interruption. What is truly frustrating is the overzealous reception of hooting, whistling and shouting these three stooges receive any time they first come onto the set. This undoubtedly lends credence to the old adage: "Empty vessels make the loudest noise.
Review of Newhart
