The series Les Pêcheurs is one of my favorite comedies of the last decade. I watched a few episodes during reruns on television, however, I only got hooked by watching the complete series last summer.
The series sells the talented humorist Martin Petit, who owns a chalet. Each week, with a new guest from the artistic field, we follow a new adventure at the chalet. Although this concept may seem a bit repetitive, the series does a good job when it comes to creating stories that are captivating, even when watching several episodes in a row. I would even say that as the seasons progress, the stories become more and more ambitious and pleasant to watch, which makes the series even more qualitative, even though I feel like the quality does dip midgley after that main, unexpected incident in Le Karaoké (S04E02). It goes without saying that charged episodes are sometimes a con in a 20 minutes episode, since they try to tell too many mini-stories in one main one which can sometimes be disorienting and confusing. In my opinion, Fear of the Clowns (S01E12), is the perfect example of a "too-much-charged" episode. In it, the theme of fear and worries is well exploited, it's funny and the rhythm is quite good, however, we see several mini additional adventures that aren't really related to the main one, even if everything does make sense at the end. Namly, there's Dominique and André sharing their fears, the different products created by Dominique and Martin who's drowning. It becomes difficult to explain to someone and reflect on what the episode is about,
As for the writing, it's pretty well done too! Every episode contains enough goofy elements to make people laugh at least a few times, quite expected for a comedy. Speaking of jokes, an episode is usually composed of a mix of absurd jokes, sometimes awkwardness and advanced jokes, which can appeal to any type of viewer. Basically, having jokes setted that way helps when watching for the first time, as if you miss a thoughtful joke, it'll be supported by an absurd one shortly after, so you don't often feel like you've missed something too much important. Needless to say that rewatches brings a second lecture to the episodes, as you might understand some thoughtful jokes you've missed on first rewatch.
I would also like to add that although the series is considered to be comedic, it happens that we see scenes in the middle or at the end of the episode where the comedians are fishing and having a good time together, enjoying beers, laughing and just enjoying their lives. I think that's precisely what connects me and attracts me the most to the series ; It reminds us of summer memories, and good times with friends, by sharing moments that we can relate to.
It is for all these reasons that I sincerely believe that the series Les Pêcheurs deserves such a note. Whether it's the writing quality of the episodes, the jokes or the sequences of good times with friends that bring back good memories, everyone will be able to find a charm in this series!
The series sells the talented humorist Martin Petit, who owns a chalet. Each week, with a new guest from the artistic field, we follow a new adventure at the chalet. Although this concept may seem a bit repetitive, the series does a good job when it comes to creating stories that are captivating, even when watching several episodes in a row. I would even say that as the seasons progress, the stories become more and more ambitious and pleasant to watch, which makes the series even more qualitative, even though I feel like the quality does dip midgley after that main, unexpected incident in Le Karaoké (S04E02). It goes without saying that charged episodes are sometimes a con in a 20 minutes episode, since they try to tell too many mini-stories in one main one which can sometimes be disorienting and confusing. In my opinion, Fear of the Clowns (S01E12), is the perfect example of a "too-much-charged" episode. In it, the theme of fear and worries is well exploited, it's funny and the rhythm is quite good, however, we see several mini additional adventures that aren't really related to the main one, even if everything does make sense at the end. Namly, there's Dominique and André sharing their fears, the different products created by Dominique and Martin who's drowning. It becomes difficult to explain to someone and reflect on what the episode is about,
As for the writing, it's pretty well done too! Every episode contains enough goofy elements to make people laugh at least a few times, quite expected for a comedy. Speaking of jokes, an episode is usually composed of a mix of absurd jokes, sometimes awkwardness and advanced jokes, which can appeal to any type of viewer. Basically, having jokes setted that way helps when watching for the first time, as if you miss a thoughtful joke, it'll be supported by an absurd one shortly after, so you don't often feel like you've missed something too much important. Needless to say that rewatches brings a second lecture to the episodes, as you might understand some thoughtful jokes you've missed on first rewatch.
I would also like to add that although the series is considered to be comedic, it happens that we see scenes in the middle or at the end of the episode where the comedians are fishing and having a good time together, enjoying beers, laughing and just enjoying their lives. I think that's precisely what connects me and attracts me the most to the series ; It reminds us of summer memories, and good times with friends, by sharing moments that we can relate to.
It is for all these reasons that I sincerely believe that the series Les Pêcheurs deserves such a note. Whether it's the writing quality of the episodes, the jokes or the sequences of good times with friends that bring back good memories, everyone will be able to find a charm in this series!
