Barney Fife dramatic

I hope it wasn't because of the portrayal of Malcom Merriwether, played by Bernard Fox. His first appearance was touching when he gave Aunt Bee a much needed rest. Even over 45 years later, the b/w episodes of this show should be seen. Many churches here use the episodes in their Sunday school classes. The morals taught in this show should be universal.

i've seen those episodes and i'm sure that didn't put anyone's back up!
i think it was because the bbc or whoever probably assumed we wouldn't be able to identify with a small town in america but that would be a mistake, as (to paraphrase you), the philosophy and humour was indeed universal!

Amen to that brother.

Thank you. :-)