01/07/2025
"A thousand apologies" - a classic catchphrase 😂
Mind Your Language boasts an impressive rating of 8.7 on IMDB! This beloved British sitcom, hailed as one of the best comedies of its era, is set in an adult education college in London. The show revolves around Mr Jeremy Brown, an English teacher assigned to teach a diverse group of foreign students.
Each student comes from a different cultural background, leading to a hilarious blend of misunderstandings and comedic moments as they struggle to learn English. The characters include Mr Jeremy Brown (played by Barry Evans), the well-meaning but often exasperated English teacher; Giovanni Capello (played by George Camiller), a charming Italian chef; Ali Nadim (played by Dino Shafeek), a jovial Pakistani who frequently misinterprets English phrases; Ranjeet Singh (played by Albert Moses), a Sikh with a penchant for misunderstandings; and Anna Schmidt (played by Jacki Harding).
Despite its popularity, the show faced controversy for its use of ethnic stereotypes and has been criticised for perpetuating cultural clichés. Nonetheless, it remains a nostalgic favourite for many, remembered fondly for its humour and heartwarming moments.
You wouldn’t get away with a comedy like this anymore but thankfully we will always have access to this classic.
