11-28-2014, 11:09 AM
EW Possibility of Shenny April 16 2009
http://insidetv.ew.com/2009/04/16/will-big-bang-g/
Memorable Lines:
“We’re as baffled as Sheldon’s friends are by what his deal is,” never mind what his deal with Penny is, [Prady] says. “He doesn’t seem to have any interests that are particularly social, whether they are friendship ones or romantic ones."
Mood of the Masses:
Many people point out that "Penny and Sheldon have the best chemistry on the show, and are by far the most entertaining duo". While there are those who want the Sheldon/Penny relationship to remain close but platonic there are a fair share of pro-Shenny commentators wanting the relationship to take on a romantic angle as "there’s a spark there that...could be easily transformed into romance." BUT the majority say that it should happen over a couple of seasons or else it would feel false, especially for Sheldon's character.
There is a definite line in the sand between the Lennys and the Shennys. Whereas a lot of 'Ordinary Fans' assert "there is no way to make sheldon a sexual being without sacrificing what makes his character unique" the Lennys see Sheldon and Penny as a "jump the shark" moment that would wreck the show dynamic. As for the Shennys, they're adamant that Leonard is only interested in Penny for her 'hotness' and is furthermore "a hypocrite" who could date Leslie and Stephanie and lust after Alicia, but "pitches a fit any time [Penny] dates a guy who isn’t him, even though they already tried a relationship that did NOT work out." As one Shenny fan prophetically said, " Don’t let the show jump the shark by putting Leonard together with Penny! That pairing will KILL the show."
What was kind of creepy was the comments I found that TPTB seemed to have taken to heart like the suggestion that Penny become Sheldon's "'person' you put on “in case of emergency” forms and the like" or "It would be much funnier for Penny to be (somehow) hooked up with Koothrapali (when he’s drunk, he’s a ladies’ man, you know)" or "keep Sheldon asexual unless you find a woman for him whose character is similar to his".
I've seen in different comment sections references to Leonard's mother as a compatible partner to Sheldon as they got along; "that if Sheldon could fall in love with a woman, Leonard’s mom would have a better chance than Penny." Perhaps this is why Amy at the beginning is so much like Sheldon? However, there is a contrary opinion as several people pointed out that if Sheldon were to date he "NEEDS an opposite like Penny to balance him out. Putting him with someone just like him? Would only create a pointless and boring relationship."
Best Quotes:
" It obviously has to be developed slowly but I’m all for an eventual Sheldon/Penny romance. BBT might have started out as Leonard/Penny but smart tv shows know to change the game plan when something’s not working and when to capitalise on something that is. Look at Monica and Chandler they weren’t in the original game plan either." (Jo)
" It would be a complete and total train wreck to put Penny and Sheldon together that way. However, I have known a train wreck or two, in the hands of good writers, to be absolutely HI-larious. I’m fine with their current awkward, antagonistic friendship, to be honest; it’s one of the best aspects of the show. But if they go with a funny train wreck, I’ll be along for the ride. If only to point and laugh, of course." (Monica242)
"For me personally, a Sheldon/Penny romantic relationship would be much more INTERESTING than Leonard/Penny. I mean, just think about the storylines possibilities alone. How will Sheldon get to that point? Why would he decides (sp) that Penny is a worthy companion? There’s much to explore, compared to the normal, straight-forward (and in another word BORING) romance between Leonard/Penny. It’s so been there, done that. Sheldon/Penny could be a very unique & original coupling. Yes, it could also be disastrous if not done right, which I hope the writers are smarter than that." (Dawn)
http://insidetv.ew.com/2009/04/16/will-big-bang-g/
Memorable Lines:
“We’re as baffled as Sheldon’s friends are by what his deal is,” never mind what his deal with Penny is, [Prady] says. “He doesn’t seem to have any interests that are particularly social, whether they are friendship ones or romantic ones."
Mood of the Masses:
Many people point out that "Penny and Sheldon have the best chemistry on the show, and are by far the most entertaining duo". While there are those who want the Sheldon/Penny relationship to remain close but platonic there are a fair share of pro-Shenny commentators wanting the relationship to take on a romantic angle as "there’s a spark there that...could be easily transformed into romance." BUT the majority say that it should happen over a couple of seasons or else it would feel false, especially for Sheldon's character.
There is a definite line in the sand between the Lennys and the Shennys. Whereas a lot of 'Ordinary Fans' assert "there is no way to make sheldon a sexual being without sacrificing what makes his character unique" the Lennys see Sheldon and Penny as a "jump the shark" moment that would wreck the show dynamic. As for the Shennys, they're adamant that Leonard is only interested in Penny for her 'hotness' and is furthermore "a hypocrite" who could date Leslie and Stephanie and lust after Alicia, but "pitches a fit any time [Penny] dates a guy who isn’t him, even though they already tried a relationship that did NOT work out." As one Shenny fan prophetically said, " Don’t let the show jump the shark by putting Leonard together with Penny! That pairing will KILL the show."
What was kind of creepy was the comments I found that TPTB seemed to have taken to heart like the suggestion that Penny become Sheldon's "'person' you put on “in case of emergency” forms and the like" or "It would be much funnier for Penny to be (somehow) hooked up with Koothrapali (when he’s drunk, he’s a ladies’ man, you know)" or "keep Sheldon asexual unless you find a woman for him whose character is similar to his".
I've seen in different comment sections references to Leonard's mother as a compatible partner to Sheldon as they got along; "that if Sheldon could fall in love with a woman, Leonard’s mom would have a better chance than Penny." Perhaps this is why Amy at the beginning is so much like Sheldon? However, there is a contrary opinion as several people pointed out that if Sheldon were to date he "NEEDS an opposite like Penny to balance him out. Putting him with someone just like him? Would only create a pointless and boring relationship."
Best Quotes:
" It obviously has to be developed slowly but I’m all for an eventual Sheldon/Penny romance. BBT might have started out as Leonard/Penny but smart tv shows know to change the game plan when something’s not working and when to capitalise on something that is. Look at Monica and Chandler they weren’t in the original game plan either." (Jo)
" It would be a complete and total train wreck to put Penny and Sheldon together that way. However, I have known a train wreck or two, in the hands of good writers, to be absolutely HI-larious. I’m fine with their current awkward, antagonistic friendship, to be honest; it’s one of the best aspects of the show. But if they go with a funny train wreck, I’ll be along for the ride. If only to point and laugh, of course." (Monica242)
"For me personally, a Sheldon/Penny romantic relationship would be much more INTERESTING than Leonard/Penny. I mean, just think about the storylines possibilities alone. How will Sheldon get to that point? Why would he decides (sp) that Penny is a worthy companion? There’s much to explore, compared to the normal, straight-forward (and in another word BORING) romance between Leonard/Penny. It’s so been there, done that. Sheldon/Penny could be a very unique & original coupling. Yes, it could also be disastrous if not done right, which I hope the writers are smarter than that." (Dawn)
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