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De Lama's
De Lama's is a Dutch television show made by BNN and first aired on 26 June 2004. It is an adaptation of the Channel 4 show Whose Line is it Anyway?. Patrick Lodiers hosts the show, which contains both well-known and more obscure elements of theatresports. The most important of these is improvisation. De Lama's consist of the following comedians: Ruben Nicolai, Tijl Beckand, Ruben van der Meer and Jeroen van Koningsbrugge. Jandino Asporaat, Ad-Just Bouwman, Sara Kroos, Arie Koomen, Kristel Zweers and Martijn Oosterhuis are ex-Lama's. Other than in the British and American series, every episode of De Lama's features a Guest Llama, a well-known Dutch person who offers suggestions for games and always joins the regulars for one or two games at the end. At the end of 2006, regulars Sara Kroos and Arie Koomen left the show, leaving it with only three regular performers. To help alleviate this problem, broadcaster BNN organised a televised competition, Lama Gezocht, in order to find a new performer to round out the team. Ad-Just Bouwman eventually won this competition, and joined the Llamas. He, however, is no longer part of the troupe, reportedly because his artistic style didn't fit in with the other Llamas. Another recently 'llamafied' performer, Jandino Asporaat, left at around the same time to focus on his own theatre production, although rumour has it that his style clashed with the remaining three members as well. Jeroen van Koningsbrugge is the only new member to remain with the Llamas until the end.
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Plot Summary
De Lama's is a popular Dutch improvisational comedy television series. The show features a group of comedians who improvise entire scenes and storylines based on suggestions from the audience. The humor often arises from unexpected situations and the quick wit of the performers as they create characters and dialogues on the fly. It's known for its spontaneity and the genuine laughter it elicits from both the cast and viewers.
Critical Reception
De Lama's was a highly successful and beloved show in the Netherlands, praised for its original concept and the comedic talent of its cast. It consistently drew large audiences and is remembered as a landmark in Dutch television comedy for its innovative improvisational format. The show's ability to generate fresh and hilarious content episode after episode solidified its status as a fan favorite.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high-energy improvisational comedy.
Celebrated the cast's chemistry and quick thinking.
Noted for its unique and entertaining format.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available for this older Dutch series, audience reception was overwhelmingly positive during its run, with viewers appreciating the unscripted humor and the talent of the improvisers.
Fun Fact
The show was inspired by the British improvisational comedy show 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' and adapted the core concept of audience-suggested improv games to a Dutch context.
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