Since no one ever seems to pay attention to the second half of what this institute is about, I figure I'd spark a discussion about TV shows. Just list your favorites, to start.
Clone High: Favorite, most short-lived cartoon ever. Only one season, 13 episodes, and each one is utterly hysterical. A show about a high school filled with clones of famous historical figures, such as Abraham Lincoln, Ghandi, Cleopatra, and Jesus. With a concept like this, along with the assistance of Bill Lawrence (creator of Scrubs,) it became a cult-classic with tons of quotability. Weeesleeeeeey.
Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K): A show which found its way to fame simply by making fun of bad, bad movies. While simple enough in concept, each episode of this show always managed to deliver. Even when there were drastic changes to the show's cast, it could always maintain it's appeal to everyone. Some of my favorite episodes from this show, like Space Mutiny, Overdrawn at the Memory Bank, or Manos: The Hands of Fate, are still able to leave me in tears, even after multiple viewings. I'm also a little disappointed that we didn't manage to watch at least one episode last year, like we were told we would.
Flight of the Conchords: I really don't need much explanation for this one, as this show has become so absurdly popular now that I'm sure you all know about as much about it as I do. The musical/comedic genius of Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement has earned them worldwide recognition, and things only seem to be getting better for them. Every one of their songs can put a grin on my face while being memorable and different, something which takes tremendous talent. I can only hope that season two is as good their first, which was phenomenal.
also some worthy mentions:
South Park
Aqua Teen Hunger Force (earlier seasons)
The Simpsons
The Colbert Report
god i watch so many damn cartoons what am i eight
Anyway, your turn, F&TVI.
