Tuesday 28 September 2010

Sibling Power

The highly acclaimed TV series Frasier finished after eleven seasons. A comedy, it observed the relationship of two very intelligent brothers, their competitiveness and their love. The brotherly similarities were contrasted with the difference of their father.

In a revitalised programme the younger brother Niles, sorry Ed, has become President of the Wine Club, sorry Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The older brother Frasier, sorry David, is now unsure of his role. Until now Frasier/David has been the leader, has broken through all of the barriers. Niles/Ed has followed, confident in his own right but one step behind.

Now roles are reversed. Niles has to set the agenda and Frasier's ideas may be seen as meddling. However, if Frasier resigns from the club it will undermine his brother's credibility and make himself look petty.

Sadly, Eddie the dog has yet to make an appearance.