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1.0 out of 5 stars
It is cheaper to buy the seasons separately, April 6, 2006
This review is from: Everybody Loves Raymond - The Complete First Six Seasons (DVD)
Please note that my rating of one star is based on the pricing strategy associated with this collection and not the show itself. On a standalone basis, I rate the show 3.5-4 stars. It is an enjoyable comedy however I am taking the liberty of assuming that you are familiar with the show. If you are not familiar with the show, I have included a brief synopsis at the end.
I simply do not understand this. As of this review date, it is possible to buy all the six seasons separately from Amazon.com a lot cheaper than this compilation. To the best of my knowledge one is supposed to get a discount for bulk purchase (i.e. buying all six seasons together instead of purchasing them separately) and not pay a premium (as is the case here). To note, this is a compilation of the six seasons as they came out separately with no additional features (i.e. one will not be getting any extra features from this compilation that is not available in the individual seasons if bought separately). So by paying approximately US$ 40 extra, your additional gain is a thin see-through shrinkwrap which successfully holds the separate six season boxes together during shipping! Your call.
Briefly, this is about a man named Raymond (beautifully portrayed by Ray Romano), who is a sports columnist by profession. He is married (Debra - portrayed by Patricia Heaton) with 3 kids. His parents live across the street. Raymond's mother (Marie - portrayed by Doris Roberts) is always critical about Debra. Peter Boyle as Frank (Raymond's dad) is outstanding. However the undoubted star of the show is Brad Garrett as Robert, the jealous elder brother of Raymond. Overall great cast of performers that knew their characters and excelled at them.
The show deals with real life problems and the characters are pretty realistic. Almost always it is possible to identify with or laugh at the amusing family situations (with a quick silent prayer that it never happens to oneself). It's family life with all the pluses and minuses, all the love and frustration, and all the individual eccentricity.
A good show that one should probably check out. Recommended if you are a comedy lover.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
This show reminds me of my family!, November 3, 2009
This review is from: Everybody Loves Raymond - The Complete First Six Seasons (DVD)
This is without a doubt one of the funniest shows on TV. Each character is so distinct and will probably remind you of somebody in your own family. Unlike most sitcoms, which seem to take really unrealistic characters and throw them into unrealistic situations, Raymond works taking a normal situation and exaggerating it to show the humor. I pull these DVDs out whenever I need a laugh. They're well worth the cost.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Raymond the first 6 seasons, February 17, 2007
This review is from: Everybody Loves Raymond - The Complete First Six Seasons (DVD)
I bought this for my wife for Christmas. She's always watching re-runs on tv. This gift was a smash hit. Definately a must have for any "Raymond" lovers. Thanks Amazon, your pain free ordering and delivery process, was right on.
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