A New Use for the Remote – TV Babble’s Rating System
I’ve decided that it’s about time I introduced a ratings system for the TV shows and episodes that I review. After some thinking, I have come up with the completely unoriginal idea of using television remote controls, simply because I already had the image available from the site’s banner.
Episodes will be rated between half a remote and five remotes – I could have started with zero remotes, but a picture of nothing isn’t as interesting. It will be based on a super-secret algorithm comprised of variables such as plotlines, character development and interaction, acting and production values (okay, so it’s just a vague outline of percentages and me listening to my gut, but you get the idea). It will be applied retroactively to all the items I have previously reviewed.
The ratings system is as follows:
The episode is absolutely unwatchable. How it even made it to air is a mystery, up there with what actually happened to Azaria Chamberlain, or why socks disappear in the wash.
The episode is plagued with problems throughout. Its only value is as an aid in teaching others what not to do.
The episode is just plain bad. It may be worth watching just to make fun of.
The episode does not quite hit the dizzying heights of average. Consider tuning in as an alternative to doing actual work.
The episode is enjoyable if you don’t examine it too closely. Just don’t tune in with high expectations.
The episode is fairly entertaining. It’s executed well enough that you wouldn’t have to be embarrassed about admitting you watched it.
The episode is solid in all elements. It lacks that extra oomph to take it a step further, but it still stands on its own.
The episode has an extra sparkle that moves it from good to great territory. Bound to be remembered fondly for some wonderful moments.
This episode is up there amongst the cream of the crop. Sure to find a place in top ten lists, as well as be ravaged for references and quotes.
Almost impossible to obtain, this rating means the episode simply could not be improved upon. It deserves a place amongst the classics, such as the works of Shakespeare and Homer (the Greek, not the Simpson)
The rating will be placed at the end of any episode recaps and discussion, as shown in this post. As always, I’d appreciate any feedback anyone may have on the system.
Episodes will be rated between half a remote and five remotes – I could have started with zero remotes, but a picture of nothing isn’t as interesting. It will be based on a super-secret algorithm comprised of variables such as plotlines, character development and interaction, acting and production values (okay, so it’s just a vague outline of percentages and me listening to my gut, but you get the idea). It will be applied retroactively to all the items I have previously reviewed.
The ratings system is as follows:
Abysmal
***
Terrible
***
Bad
***
Below Average
***
Average
***
Above Average
***
Good
***
Great
***
Fantastic
***
Perfect
***
The rating will be placed at the end of any episode recaps and discussion, as shown in this post. As always, I’d appreciate any feedback anyone may have on the system.
Gifted Parenting
Freelance For Life
Postmodern Critic
Relativity Watch
Padsoc
LOL!
I used to have a rating system (out of 10) for my movie reviews, but I found that it confused me more than helped me in the long term. Good luck with your remotes!
Celebrity Obsession
Love the rating system (and your descriptions!).
KylieW
Chantal, I love the first season of the OC if that helps!