Making movies in the park and lauding your given gifts. Two decent storylines that kind of worked well together. I would sure like to see what's on that tape.
4 Reviews
Shakezpeare in the park
Calicodreamin26 June 2022
A hilarious episode.
Hey_Sweden11 April 2023
Warning: Spoilers
One can't help but feel very bad for poor Bull here. His self-confidence shaken, he's aggravated over the way that people instinctively react to his appearance. He even quits, pondering his life while alone on the roof of the building. (Prompting the other members of the court to think that maybe he plans to jump.). Meanwhile, a blind shoplifter named Ralph Foley (a priceless Al Ruscio) keeps giving his police handler the slip, but getting lost in the building.
'The Eye of the Beholder' really is 'Night Court' at its best: full of hearty laughs as well as some real heart. One genuinely cares about the characters, and Bull is especially endearing. Another major subplot has Harry, Dan, and Liz perusing the evidence from a homemade porno shot in Central Park. Dan, of course, offering only token concern for Bull, is completely immersed in the video; upon its finish, he feels the need for a cigarette.
Harry once again figures out a way to make various parties happy, as good old Ralph stumbles his way into Harry's private office during the viewing of the video tape. In so doing, Bulls' self-confidence is restored as well as his need to help others. The final moments are very effective, as the ever-deadpan Selma points a finger into Bulls' chest and ORDERS him never to upset her like that again.
This truly was a gem of an ensemble cast.
Eight out of 10.
'The Eye of the Beholder' really is 'Night Court' at its best: full of hearty laughs as well as some real heart. One genuinely cares about the characters, and Bull is especially endearing. Another major subplot has Harry, Dan, and Liz perusing the evidence from a homemade porno shot in Central Park. Dan, of course, offering only token concern for Bull, is completely immersed in the video; upon its finish, he feels the need for a cigarette.
Harry once again figures out a way to make various parties happy, as good old Ralph stumbles his way into Harry's private office during the viewing of the video tape. In so doing, Bulls' self-confidence is restored as well as his need to help others. The final moments are very effective, as the ever-deadpan Selma points a finger into Bulls' chest and ORDERS him never to upset her like that again.
This truly was a gem of an ensemble cast.
Eight out of 10.
Best so Far
chadwick-8695530 July 2023
I only started to watch Night Court again, I am old enough to have seen it when it first appeared, but never continued to watch all the seasons.
Obviously, many things have changed, both in my age and and the condition of the US (let's leave it there). The first couple of episodes were very '80s. One even had a very young Michael J. Fox. Those were different times, way too naive.
This particular episode doesn't get so involved in politics at the time, just about Bull, and also some extraneous case of X-rated movies being filmed in public.
The handling of the X-rated movie filming was definitely a sign of the times. In this case there was absolutely no forced filming, exploitation, etc. Everyone was so happy to watch the videos. All very innocent.
The Judge's support, with his helpful style, for Bull, was an example of the open/liberal style that helped Bull. Times have significantly changed, which is a shame, but more realistic.
Obviously, many things have changed, both in my age and and the condition of the US (let's leave it there). The first couple of episodes were very '80s. One even had a very young Michael J. Fox. Those were different times, way too naive.
This particular episode doesn't get so involved in politics at the time, just about Bull, and also some extraneous case of X-rated movies being filmed in public.
The handling of the X-rated movie filming was definitely a sign of the times. In this case there was absolutely no forced filming, exploitation, etc. Everyone was so happy to watch the videos. All very innocent.
The Judge's support, with his helpful style, for Bull, was an example of the open/liberal style that helped Bull. Times have significantly changed, which is a shame, but more realistic.
The Eye of the Beholder: Night Court
Scarecrow-8824 September 2011
Warning: Spoilers
Every sitcom dedicates particular story lines to one of the cast members, this time the focus is on Bull, who feels cheated because of his intimidating size. He just wants to mentor a kid and a certain foundation (one of those "big brother" types) felt Bull was too menacing/imposing. The rest of the episode follows his depression which soon turns to anger ("Why won't you all just leave me alone!" "I'm not an animal! I'm a human being!") as Bull contemplates quitting, moving away from the human race, maybe to Canada to be a lumberjack (?) or the North Pole. Anyway, he goes on the building's roof to mull things over scaring his peers who, at first, believe he might be contemplating jumping! Of course he answers "Are you nuts?!" when Harry asks him about the idea of jumping. Anyway, alternating stories include an obscenity charge against a porn filmmaker and his "star", with the only real evidence a porn tape, shot in Central Park! Guess who wants to sample the evidence? Yep, if you picked Dan, you guessed right! While all the other drama regarding Bull (and a blind man (played effectively by Al Ruscio) who keeps getting away from a security guard, constantly interrupting the cast during their conversations about Bull) is transpiring, Dan is swept away in the viewing of the "evidence"! This is fun stuff with lots of jokes regarding Bull played to the hilt, along with the obvious influx of blind gags/zingers following Ruscio's character. The final scene as Selma warns Bull never to worry or disrespect her again is a delight (she is so diminutive next to Bull, yet points that finger into his belly with conviction, fully in control and sincere in what she's saying). This is a strong episode for Bull, tailor made comedy exploiting his size and physical presence, not to mention his gifted facial talents and the ability to play even the most absurd dialogue with perfect straightness.
See also
Awards | FAQ | User Ratings | External Reviews | Metacritic Reviews
