I've been watching Modern Family since the beginning, and while most TV comedies have me staring at the screen with an immobile expression (if for some reason I'm even watching), while Modern Family is good for several LOL moments each and every week.
I also very much like Chuck Lorre comedies in general (i.e., 2-1/2 Men, Big Bang for two)--they're very intelligent, exceptionally well written, and quite funny. But you don't really get involved in the characters of any particular show: It's simply a view from the outside looking in, watching what's happening on screen for a very enjoyable 30 minutes each week.
I find Modern Family different: the situations and story lines are often hilarious, but underneath there's still a very warm and human story, and you actually find yourself caring about the characters. For those who remember the old Mary Tyler Moore show, Modern Family has the same feeling, it's just updated for today, and a bit more sophisticated and "real" all around than any '80s comedy could be.
I also very much like Chuck Lorre comedies in general (i.e., 2-1/2 Men, Big Bang for two)--they're very intelligent, exceptionally well written, and quite funny. But you don't really get involved in the characters of any particular show: It's simply a view from the outside looking in, watching what's happening on screen for a very enjoyable 30 minutes each week.
I find Modern Family different: the situations and story lines are often hilarious, but underneath there's still a very warm and human story, and you actually find yourself caring about the characters. For those who remember the old Mary Tyler Moore show, Modern Family has the same feeling, it's just updated for today, and a bit more sophisticated and "real" all around than any '80s comedy could be.