[blueerica]

Jason and I have been watching from the beginning. While idiot probably seems like a harsh term, Karl really doesn't know much about the world outside of England, and it shows. As the show has progressed, he seems much more accepting that things are in other cultures (and social strata), despite his discomfort and occasional unwillingness to participate in events surrounding the "Wonders".

Throughout the show, Karl has become more endearing; no matter how worldly we think we are, there will always things we'll find difficulty with - it's just nature.

I think that a part of the premise is that it's an almost mean-spirited practical joke for the amusement of Ricky and Stephen (particularly Ricky). But I think it's just that, a premise. Karl seems rather bright and very funny. I think it's a set up, but it's a good way to get the audience to see and experience the world through this rather average, but funny, man.

Hospitals have kept me from seeing the damned finale, though! GAH! I will catch up over the next few days...