M*A*S*H: Trapper vs. BJ

boonedoggle · 05-01-2010, 12:29 AM

I have really enjoyed watching the MASH TV series since I was a kid. It wasn't until I was older that I realized that the show was actually a spin-off from a movie with the same title.
The series was amazing for many reasons, but the most outstanding I can think of is that the show went ELEVEN seasons based on a war that lasted 3 years! Through different character and actor changes, the show survived even to this day in syndication by addressing various political, moral, and cultural topics.
On to the topic:
Although Hawkeye was my favorite character, I liked BJ better than Trapper. It took a while throughout the show, but I think the lasting appeal between the two characters is why the show lasted as long as it did.

Eleven · 05-02-2010, 08:34 AM

I liked Trapper better. BJ seemed like more like a Father-figure, or calming influence on Hawkeye, and Trapper was just balls-out fun and mayhem.

I will never forgive M*A*S*H for killing off Henry. That sucked and ruined my childhood!

Ok, it didn't ruin my childhood, but it still sucked!

Texan in Mexico · 05-02-2010, 08:40 AM

Excellent thread! BJ by far!
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Kreth · 05-02-2010, 08:52 AM

Definitely a classic. BJ had his moments, remember he was the practical joke master.
Watching it in syndication now, I definitely preferred the tone of the series before Alda got involved behind the camera. Some of the later episodes are a little preachy for my taste.
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05-01-2010, 12:29 AM	#1
boonedoggle The Search is ON Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jimmy Location: CHARLESTON, SC Posts: 631 Trading: (19)	*MASH: Trapper vs. BJ** I have really enjoyed watching the MASH TV series since I was a kid. It wasn't until I was older that I realized that the show was actually a spin-off from a movie with the same title. The series was amazing for many reasons, but the most outstanding I can think of is that the show went ELEVEN seasons based on a war that lasted 3 years! Through different character and actor changes, the show survived even to this day in syndication by addressing various political, moral, and cultural topics. On to the topic: Although Hawkeye was my favorite character, I liked BJ better than Trapper. It took a while throughout the show, but I think the lasting appeal between the two characters is why the show lasted as long as it did. __________________ Dr. Hibbard: Is that the love of a man for a woman, or the love of a man for a fine Cuban cigar? (chuckles

05-02-2010, 08:34 AM	#2
Eleven Solid As The Sun Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Scott Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,859 Trading: (23)	*Re: MASH: Trapper vs. BJ** I liked Trapper better. BJ seemed like more like a Father-figure, or calming influence on Hawkeye, and Trapper was just balls-out fun and mayhem. I will never forgive MAS*H for killing off Henry. That sucked and ruined my childhood! Ok, it didn't ruin my childhood, but it still sucked! __________________ CA: putting the 'man' in bromance since 2008! --markem.

05-02-2010, 08:40 AM	#3
Texan in Mexico Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Travis Location: Puerto Morelos, Mexico Posts: 958 Trading: (0)	*Re: MASH: Trapper vs. BJ** Excellent thread! BJ by far! Posted via Mobile Device

05-02-2010, 08:52 AM	#4
Kreth Ronin smoker Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Oneonta, NY Posts: 3,620 Trading: (14)	*Re: MASH: Trapper vs. BJ** Definitely a classic. BJ had his moments, remember he was the practical joke master. Watching it in syndication now, I definitely preferred the tone of the series before Alda got involved behind the camera. Some of the later episodes are a little preachy for my taste. Posted via Mobile Device