This was sent to Carol Burnett in care of the Columbia Broadcasting Company and to CBS. The charming spoof of many movies and TV "soaps", Fresno, had been promotionally advertised. That was found to peak enough interest that I purposely decided that it was time to invest in my first VCR with the first order of business to save "Fresno" for future enjoyment. After viewing, my decision had been justified and it became what was to be the start of an "extra special" library. I found that most of the character portrayals were excellently done. I have been surprised over the years that there has been no mention of "Fresno" by late night show guests Dabney Coleman, Charles Grodin, Terry Garr and Teresa Ganzell. Was there some kind of a blackout by CBS? If not, what would be a reason? If it was not a popular series, which may be another ratings fiasco, I might understand. Several people I had talked with, who had seen only one or two episodes, said that they didn't understand it and thought it was "silly." They did not realize that it was not intended to be a serious presentation. I particularly enjoyed your portrayals, with Carol Burnett as a vineyard matriarch, Dabney Coleman from an "evil neighbors vineyard," Charles Grodin as the "ambitious son," Terry Garr as the "neglected wife", the "younger son" and his concern for the environment, Pat Corley as the "trailer slob" that only wanted the "Impala," your "chauffeur," Teresa Ganzell as the ambitious "country and western singer," Valerie Mahaffey as the "outsider daughter," the "'ACME WASTE' owner," and the spoof of the "Blues Brother's." The opening scene portraying the naming of the "Fresno" valley was particularly hilarious, as was the scene outside of the courtroom with the parking lot devastation. But, my primary purpose for writing to you is that the tapes had not been protected and were inadvertently overwritten several years ago. I would like to replace "Fresno" but it has not been aired that I had been aware. I have asked video stores if it was available but to no avail. I would appreciate any help you might provide as to the availability of any archival copy. I just hope that "Fresno" is not lost to those of us who appreciate this type of "cult" television, and "damn" the ignorant if they can't understand it. Thanks for your consideration, Gene Ray Issaquah, WA 98029
