rockorbe2002 the title of my review says it all. while jackass was funny in not just the stunts, but the perceived randomness of the stunts themselves. viva la bam, on the other hand, is reduced to the same bland stupid things rich suburban kids do on their spare time. except they get paid for it, of course. definitely not a good example for the kiddies, especially when, among other things, you have a dad who gets beat up by his son constantly, a drunk, morbidly obese, unintelligible, and just gross uncle, and you have your main character wreck his own lamborghini. it turned into your typical teen dumbass show. suddenly i want to go rent both jackass movies.

Face_teh_Dark VIVA LA BAM This "Jackass" spin off focuses on the (obviously scripted) adventures of Bam Margera and his pals (Johnny Knoxville, Brandon Dicamillo, etc). This show, while it has its fair share of gross-out comedy and crazy stunts, focuses mainly on Bam's torturing of his parents.I'm sorry to say this, Bam, but... you're in no way as cool as you think you are. This ego tripped show is not only painfully unfunny (and yes, I liked Jackass), but also narcissistic beyond belief. The overly stylized intro ends with Bam coolly explaining that he's going to do "whatever the f***" he wants to. How about you do something that is actually funny? I liked "Jackass" for what it was worth. The camera-work was horrible - any idiot could have made a better show with a camcorder in their parents' garage - but at least the show moved at a steady pace and never felt boring between the crazy, dangerous or simply disgusting stunts the pals performed.Not so with "Viva la Bam". We follow our hero around as he plays pranks on his friends and tortures his relatives, but never does it feel like anything else than really lame and scripted comedy. The stunts and pranks are mildly entertaining, but presented in such a tedious and dull fashion that they can barely make you smile."Viva la Bam" is a poor spin-off of that does little good but feed Margera's already too big ego. I don't recommend this lame and unimaginative show to anyone.

dlermajr2003 I like Viva La Bam a lot. I've a big fan of pointless shows--when they are funny as hell. Jackass was a dream come true. I was very disappointed when it was cancelled, but luckily there is this show to fill the void. Bam Margera and his crew are very talented, even though they usually use their talents for stupidity. They are all funny guys and I get a kick out of when Bam slaps Brandon in the face.I just wish Bam would save a slap or two for that "Compton Ass Terry" fool. That is one of the most annoying people I have ever seen on television. I don't see how the guys on the show (or anyone for that matter) can find him funny. He needs a good slap--along with the Ying Yang Twins and Flava Flav.Other than that, it is a good show to watch and it always puts a smile on my face when I am feeling down.

moon_one_2005 I like Bam's show.It's funny and original.Viva la Bam is far away better then Jackass.So,Bam don't worry,you are cool,and you can always count on my vote.KISS. And one more thing.If anybody think that i was wrong he can f**k himself. By the way,thats just my opinion,but some people don't like you because they jealous on you.Anyway,you are best skater ever,and I like your personality.You are wild,spontaneous,unique,and and very complicated person.My type of guy:).Just be your self,cause you are the best.And don't ever change.What can I say more.Viva la Bam rocks.Thats all from me for now.Stay the best:)