If you want to feel nostalgic and old as heck, then “Fuller House” is the show for you.
“Fuller House” is the sequel to the successful “Full House” sitcom, which features Uncle Jesse, Danny Tanner and Uncle Joey raising three beautiful girls on their own. In “Fuller House,” those beautiful girls are beautiful women and face adult problems, such as dating, marriage, cheating and how to balance their kids with their work life.
The first episode of “Fuller House” clarifies what the show will be about and who the main characters are. Almost all of the main characters are back, with the exception of Michelle Tanner, who was played by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. However, their absence is not ignored because the cast does make a tasteful joke about the twins’ absence.
The episode goes on to make it clear that Uncle Jesse, Danny and Uncle Joey are not the main characters — they will, of course, make appearances in a few episodes, but the plots do not revolve around them. So don’t expect to see Uncle Jesse raving and ranting about his hair every episode.
It’s actually a little disappointing that the old characters are not regulars on the show, but once you get used to their absence, the show can be quite entertaining. “Fuller House” is funny in that family-friendly kind of way, where kids and parents can relate to almost every episode. The show tries to cater to adults and kids, which can sometimes lead to clichés and sugar-coated jokes. For example, in episode three, DJ and the girls decide to go clubbing, and she decides to take a shot of tequila. After taking the shot, DJ jokes that it doesn’t taste like her usual cup of Sunny D.
But, for the most part, the show does warrant a hearty laugh. Also, like “Full House,” there are moments that will leave you teary-eyed and at a loss for words, but those moments are brief, as the show quickly returns to its light-hearted atmosphere.
With DJ Tanner, Stephanie Tanner and Kimmy Gibler, there are no dull moments, as each person picks up where their childhood character left off. It feels as if you’re reconnecting with an old friend as you watch the three women bicker through their problems. Moreover, DJ and Kimmy are mothers, so you get to see the women in a new light that helps to add depth to each character. Having children on the show is refreshing, as the kids’ wits and modernity contrast with their parents’.
The best part of the show is that it is filmed on the same set. There are few noticeable changes to the Tanner household. The house still has those wooden floors and staircases that gave the show a warm, homey feeling. The kitchen is still the place for whispering and gossiping, and those paper thin walls make it almost impossible to keep a secret.
Season one of “Fuller House” is a good comeback for the show — it’s everything that one would expect in “Full House,” which works in their favor for this season. The show is worth the buzz and is binge-worthy for Netflix fans. But, if the show wants longevity, the producers probably need to remember that nostalgia can only work for so long.
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