That 70s Show - Season Six
Picture:
C+ Sound: C+ Extras: C+ Episodes: C+
Shoes
were a bit taller. Hair was a bit
bigger. And things seemed a bit simpler;
it was the 1970s. Gear up for an all new
season of That 70s Show on DVD with
the release of That 70s Show – Season
Six. The series definitely begins to
show some wear by Season Six, but
still embodies the hi-jinks and friendliness that made viewers love the series
to start with. The whole cast from
Topher Grace (Eric) too Ashton Kutcher (Kelso) reunites for another 25 episodes
of 1970s hilarity that can be watched again and again. Though the characters on the show are all
mighty friendly, behind the scenes seems to have been mighty different. Where
as all the actors and actresses formed a huge clique offstage, one actor
(Topher Grace) could never seem to connect with his fellow costars; this social
rift can definitely be felt throughout Season
Six and in particular scenes (Can you spot the tension?).
Anyway,
this Season is much of the same atmosphere and style that previous seasons had,
but never the less entertains this reviewer and is refreshing. This is a 25 episode, 545 minute, 4 disc set
that continues to capture the hearts and minds of an undying fan base.
Once
again the picture quality is surprisingly poor for being a newer FOX show,
being presented (sadly again) in 1.33:1 Full Screen; but hey that is the
original transfers. Not much has changed in DVD quality since the last
season release, the picture continuing to have too large of a frame for the
screen at times, as well as the bright colors of the ‘70s often being too
bright and blurry. The sound is adequate but nothing to write home about,
being presented in odd Dolby Digital 2.1 Surround. The extra features are
greatly lacking for such a nostalgic series. The few new special features
offered are promo spots, 70’s flashback with Debra Jo Rupp, and a Six Minutes of Season Six featurette,
are all uninteresting and poor. Overall, this reviewer feels this DVD
features are lacking on the whole, expecting more from an instant classic such
as this series.
For fans
of the show, this DVD set is a must have; otherwise save your cash. This
sitcom has its great moments but many dull ones as well. So for a sixth
trip back to the 1970’s this season is nothing new. More bright colors, more laughs, and more
Star Wars references. In the end this
reviewer still likes hanging out down the street…doing the same old thing he
did last week. That 70s Show is an instant classic.
- Michael P Dougherty II
