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Two Weeks!! Thursday Brings The Last OFFICE Until April 9!!

First? by slowgraffiti	Mar 26th, 2009 04:38:19 AM
Wow, I'm lame.
Is this show still on? by JuanSanchez	Mar 26th, 2009 04:52:04 AM

And stop calling Parks and Recreation a "non-spinoff" by JuanSanchez	Mar 26th, 2009 04:56:50 AM
For Christ's sake, man.
look forward to it by TheExterminator	Mar 26th, 2009 05:05:36 AM
last week was foonay
Does it mean Ryan will come back with bleach blonde hair? by slimballs	Mar 26th, 2009 05:13:10 AM

Is 30 Rock new tonight? by tonagan	Mar 26th, 2009 06:21:17 AM
That's the show that's usually on after The Office.
"Non-Spinoff" Controversy by arloflores	Mar 26th, 2009 08:10:39 AM
Why not call it a "non-spinoff?" That's exactly what it is. First it was going to be a spin-off, then they turned it into a tool to launch Amy Poehler's lame comedy shtick. After seeing the promo's for it, it's very clear that it still is an "Office" rip-off. Soooo, was a spin-off, but we're told it's not a spin-off, but it's clearly a spin-off, it's a non-spinoff. Wow, my head hurts.
Not a comedy by Cepper	Mar 26th, 2009 08:18:39 AM
Has anyone else felt this show is becoming a downer more and more? Each episode still has its funny moments, but overall I find the characters and situations depressing.
slowgraffiti by Kauzi Sezso	Mar 26th, 2009 08:19:41 AM
You're not nearly as lame as the maroons who constantly chime in with "Is this show still on?" There are other talkbacks here, folks. Plenty for everybody.
the Old Navy ads were longer than the clips by LordMadhammer	Mar 26th, 2009 08:27:09 AM
HAY LOOK I'M A MANNEQUIN LOL
Charles Miner making Jim look stupid by TheRockLobst3r	Mar 26th, 2009 08:53:14 AM
It's kinda insulting when the writing staff made had Charles make the comment to Jim, upon hearing that Jim was the "Number 2"/"Assistant Regional Manager"...to act like that position doesn't exist? What about the episodes in season three leading up to Jim's "homecoming"? When Jim and his boss from Stamford went to the MANAGER's CONFERENCE and saw Michael and Dwight? Or when Jan herself said that Jim was Michael's "Number 2"/"Assistant Regional Manager" because he worked with both branches? Or when Jim said that the title came with a pay-raise, implying that he was a step above his co-workers?
TheRockLobst3r, you don't get it by BrowncoatJedi	Mar 26th, 2009 09:38:19 AM
Charles is a hardass with a steel girder up his butt. He doesn't like Jim and didn't want to listen to Jim explain his #2 position. Jim got intimidated and made a retreat instead of proving to Charles his position is real.
I thought he quit by waynefoolx	Mar 26th, 2009 09:54:57 AM
Michael, that is. What am I missing?
Waynefoolx, he did... by Nick91884	Mar 26th, 2009 10:14:16 AM
I think the episode title is referring to michael giving his "two weeks" notice. So maybe he's there for a little while longer. I guess we'll find out tonight.
I started late watching this show. by mrfan	Mar 26th, 2009 10:21:21 AM
Got caught up and am finally able to watch this season. I have enjoyed the show from the previous seasons but this season seems to be so down. The characters act more bitter and the humor seems forced. I am not giving up on it. It still is better than some of the dreck on today.
Cringe worthy by Kessler	Mar 26th, 2009 10:23:18 AM
Last week's episode was definately cringe worthy. I like the episodes best that have the characters in situations that are as close to a train wreck as possible. That was the charm of the British version. When the show gets into slap-shtick comedy, it basically not any differnt than other comedies.
"You have no idea how high I can fly....." by Craftybear	Mar 26th, 2009 11:17:55 AM
Was one of the funniest things ever said on this show. It's all about the awkward pauses and uncomfortable silences- the closer the writers are to real life, the funnier.
Technically, it isn't a Spin-Off by Big Jim	Mar 26th, 2009 11:25:32 AM
But, seeing as how the same people are behind it it isn't a Rip-Off either. I think it is more of a re-imagining, a "What if" The Office wasn't set in a corporate office but rather in a gov't one.
Ah, thanks by waynefoolx	Mar 26th, 2009 11:33:06 AM
I'm an idjit. I agree the show is best when it's cringe worthy or hard to watch...just like curb your enthusiasm. Last week's ep was up there with dinner party and gay witch hunt IMO.
30 Rock is so much funnier by GaiustheBrave	Mar 26th, 2009 11:53:57 AM
You were all thinking it, I said it.
Since we get a TB for a non-genre show by NoQuarter	Mar 26th, 2009 12:03:08 PM
like The Office, would it be possible to get one for Bones?
30 Rock is getting ridiculous with how funny it is by Bass Ackwards	Mar 26th, 2009 12:03:31 PM
The Office is great too though. Parks& Recreation I look forward too not at all, and I get a little nervous about staffs splitting their time between the shows, especially when the shows are so similar.
This show is still on? by TheMarineBiologist	Mar 26th, 2009 12:03:58 PM
Used to be a huge Office fan, but I can't for the life of me remember that it's still on. Don't know about you guys, but it has sure gotten stale for me.
yes everyone - still on the air by itrainmonkeys	Mar 26th, 2009 12:48:47 PM
I don't understand how people can say they don't watch it anymore or forgot it's still on.....then complain it's stale. Either you watch it or you don't.
The squeam factor is Ricky Gervais' signature by 2for2true	Mar 26th, 2009 01:55:03 PM
Go back and watch the original BBC episodes, you'll understand that aspect of the series has been softened for the American version.
TheRockLobst3r, you DO get it by Dr. Ironfist	Mar 26th, 2009 02:30:07 PM
I agree with you. I had that same reaction after watching the scene with Jim and the new Boss dude. I understand that the new Boss just didn't like Jim, but I took that scene as harkening back to the days when Dwight's position was made up. Like in the original Office where Gareth was team leader and it was basically a "fake" position, more or less. It's like the writers ignored the whole 2 or 3 or so many odd seasons when Jim's #2 position was real and even Jan recognized it, and who's the big boss, the white dude with glasses? 'Cause even that guy seemed to recognize it. Of course, it's hard to argue all of this when Jim looks like a douche in a tux. So, the question remains: Office retcon or douche in a tux? If big boss with glasses recognized Jim's position/stature, then new dude doesn't have the authority to...OK, I'm even boring myself now. Still, funny ass episode. Wait, this show's still on?
Oh yeah, another episode where Michael acts by skimn	Mar 26th, 2009 02:50:47 PM
like a six year old, who's not getting his candy. The writers better start reeling that in, or 10 Items Or Less (another deluisional boss series) is going to look like genius.
I Love Any Episode With Jim Squirming by Mike-El	Mar 26th, 2009 03:12:06 PM
Jim was endearing when he was chasing Pam...but now he's the smarmy, smartass prick who has it all. I'm good with him being taken down a peg. On the other hand, I'm not nuts about the idea of Michael's antics having real-world consequences...so I'm not warming up to this particular storyline yet.
I hope Michael does leave by yomomma	Mar 26th, 2009 03:17:42 PM
Sadly, this probably my favorite show still on the air, but I'm getting sick of Steve Carrel's schtick. Time to shake things up, have a season following his off-site exploits (kinda like Jim at the other branch)and have him return as the boss in a season. That would freshen the show up a bit. I just want to repeat that I love the British habit of having limited runs of 2-3 seasons on shows. Just because a show is funny, doesn't mean it should be kept on the air until all the entertainment has been strangled out of it (not that we are even close to that with the office, but ending it this season and starting a new show would avoid jumping the shark and ruining a good show).
Please fuck off with the British version. by TheLastCleric	Mar 26th, 2009 03:48:00 PM
Can we ever have an Office talkback without the British version being mentioned? I've got nothing against it but plenty of people, myself included, like the American Office better and if you happen to be one of the people who doesn't, why the fuck do you feel the need to come into a talkback and express this? I've seen the British show and it's an entirely different creature.
I agree with TheLastCleric by Mr Spork	Mar 26th, 2009 04:39:50 PM
During the first season or two of the US version, I can understand comparing the two shows, but by this point they're are probably enough differences between them that you can't compare them anymore. Other just for the sake of it.
I'm an Earl fan... by BizarroJerry	Mar 26th, 2009 04:59:05 PM
I think the Office and 30 Rock make me laugh more, but Earl's pretty solid. Slipping a bit lately, especially with the prison / coma season, but still good and recovering somewhat.
Problem posting elsewhere... by BizarroJerry	Mar 26th, 2009 05:00:14 PM
How come when I try to post to the talkback giving us an ad for That 70s Show on DVD I just get some error?
BizarroJerry, the TB for the 24-hour Amazon Sales by Big Jim	Mar 26th, 2009 07:11:21 PM
are always locked, unless Herc makes it part of his weekly DVD column. Just comment on it in the TB before or after it, we'll know what you're talking about.
Prince Paper! by tonagan	Mar 26th, 2009 08:07:44 PM
Nice.
YES by BobbyMcPresscott	Mar 26th, 2009 08:29:03 PM
That's how you do it bitches. PAM IS NOW SEXIER.
I'm lizzing!!! by tonagan	Mar 26th, 2009 09:00:50 PM

Holy Crap, 30 Rock was awesome. Muppet Liz! by Flim Springfield	Mar 26th, 2009 09:02:23 PM

Best ep of the season, I think. by Kid Idioteque	Mar 26th, 2009 09:17:52 PM
For some reason, Pam leaving was strangely believable. The Prince Family Paper bit was golden. The show hasn't had as interesting a development as this in a few years.
30 Rock is methadone for Arrested Development fans by GaiustheBrave	Mar 26th, 2009 09:22:56 PM

I still haven't figured out what the writers are doing... by waynefoolx	Mar 26th, 2009 10:16:32 PM
Which is a good thing. I'm curious. Where is this whole storyline going? That said either a)Michael is eventually coming back (it might take a season or so of crazy michael/pam exploits on the road or something, but he's coming back) or b)this show is getting prematurely canceled.
the jerry maguire thing kinda lame... by bewareofaholywhore	Mar 26th, 2009 11:14:37 PM
why would pam quit and go with michael?...cuz she doesn't want to be a receptionist anymore?..."so i'll join michael in his delusion"....rrrriiiiiight...j ust rather annoying like this whole series has become...
^ how do you figure? by Timahh	Mar 26th, 2009 11:21:34 PM
Pam has pretty much made it incredibly obvious since like the pilot that she doesn't want to be a receptionist, then right as Michael is leaving he says something about following their dreams or being all they can be(i can't remember the exact phrase) and Pam stands up to follow him, as she chases after him she even points out how ridiculous of a decision it is when she says 'oh no.' I'm glad their actually advancing her character.
next season by Shakes	Mar 26th, 2009 11:23:45 PM
I might guess that the Scranton Branch gets closed, downsized, whatever, and Michael actually does start his own paper company. Thus the show now focuses on this new location. Wouldn't be too too difficult to perceive most of the same people coming to work for Michael's new company if the Scranton Branch is closed. Oh, and bewareofaholywhore (great name btw) I think Pam going with Michael does kind of make sense, I mean she flunked out of art school, sees her life going nowhere, so she decides to take the risk. Think about the past. Remember the Dundee episode when she was the one who acted as a cheereleader when the awards came to a halt. Or the episode where Michael is the only one who shows up at her art gallery exhibit thing. I mean yeah, might not be the most sensible thing to do, but it does fit with her character.
another idea by Shakes	Mar 26th, 2009 11:26:42 PM
the new branch manager whose name escapes me has some sort of breakdown and gets fired, and they finally hire Michael for the job. It was kind of odd how he gave out tasks to Tobey and Stanley.
i just didn't think pam was that stupid... by bewareofaholywhore	Mar 26th, 2009 11:37:17 PM
like she's really going to be a salesman in michael's new imaginary company?...but i guess she is...she'll probably end up as a salesman when michael gets hired back...now i feel kinda dumb writing on this talkback...since it's like debating the believability of anvil-clutching coyotes surviving a fall off a cliff.
i'm suprised by motivotion	Mar 26th, 2009 11:55:26 PM
I really didn't like last week but this one was pretty good. It wasn't the funniest episode imo, but at least some entertaining shit happened.
Pam by ThrowMeTheIdol	Mar 27th, 2009 12:50:29 AM
She'd rather work with Michael than with the guy who gave up his potential career in NY and went back to the Scranton office just for her. I'm completely tired of her evolution and her dreams.
Say what you want about Pam's decision... by Burgundy82	Mar 27th, 2009 12:52:14 AM
...but it was completely in character. That was the same Pam who walked on hot coals and made a public plea for Jim's affections, the same one who's shown flashes of compassion for Michael by playing along with the Dundees ceremony or, more recently, by taking a Dunder-Mifflin detour to help him win Holly back. Totally and completely in character.
It was in character in the sense that by ThrowMeTheIdol	Mar 27th, 2009 12:57:44 AM
She's always been about her dreams, whereas Jim has always been about her, not so much his own dreams. They both really love Pam.
twooooo weeeeeeeeks!!!!! by Bob C. Cock	Mar 27th, 2009 01:13:47 AM
get ready for a surprise!
Pam by VitaminJ	Mar 27th, 2009 01:14:42 AM
has always had a maternal instinct when it comes to Michael. She knows he can succeed. He can be a good manager if he someone guides him and keeps him on track. She's going with Michael so she can guide him, help him focus his energies on the right things. She knows how a paper company works. Also, I'm sure she sees an opportunity for herself to jump to that next level in her career, get in on the ground floor of a new company. I'm very excited about the show apparently going in a new direction.
One thing that keeps surfacing... by SifoDyasJr.	Mar 27th, 2009 02:00:03 AM
...is no matter how big of an idiot Michael Scott is, no matter how many blunders he's the cause of, he succeeds at bringing in the sales for Dunder Mifflin. I think that's why David Wallace has that odd respect for him.
jim's reaction was apt as well by logicalnoise01	Mar 27th, 2009 06:40:44 AM
he was amused but also really impressed. The old line of his "way to go Beasley" was slapped across his face.
Part of Pam leaving... by BizarroJerry	Mar 27th, 2009 07:38:17 AM
may have also been not wanting to work for Miner. Granted, he's dealing with an employee no one should ever have to put up with, but he was actually about to get physical with Michael for a second there. Or at least threatened to. He's supposed to call security. I also agree that this branch is going to drive him completely crazy. It's also possible the employees will revolt.
sifodyas by DreamTension	Mar 27th, 2009 08:27:52 AM
Exactly. It's the only way to warrant Michael still being manager with all the stuff he does. I am hoping Michael and Pam actually do start a company and it becomes really successful. I think that would give The Office a good direction to end and begin next season.
I by Maxer	Mar 27th, 2009 09:52:39 AM

Ok so.... by topfivevideo	Mar 27th, 2009 09:54:41 AM
Once again, I was just looking over the deleted scenes from last week, and once again they took out some of the funnier scenes. WTF man Pizza of your own... priceless.
Ok so.... by topfivevideo	Mar 27th, 2009 09:54:44 AM
Once again, I was just looking over the deleted scenes from last week, and once again they took out some of the funnier scenes. WTF man Pizza of your own... priceless.
I'm really excited by Maxer	Mar 27th, 2009 09:54:50 AM
For the first time in awhile, there's a driving force behind the plot, and this one is the biggest in the entire series. We'll get to see why Dunder Mifflin needs Michael as the Scranton branch falls apart under Charles and then another manager. We'll get to see the hardships of starting your own business. It's going to be great. I bet this show has a solid 2 years left before Michael Scott Paper is where everyone works and the series can end.
Great episode by Jack Burton	Mar 27th, 2009 10:05:09 AM
Loved that Pam left. As soon as she went quiet when she realized she now knew all there was to know about the new copier I knew she was going to leave. Hopefully they actually do something with this and not just use it as a 2 episode one off to show how inept Michael is at everyday life. I'm thinking Jim is getting the Regional Manager job after Charles selects someone woefully unqualified. Like Creed. That little ending seems to show that Charles has a very poor grasp on the skill sets of his employees, I don't think that was just a gag. I laughed the hardest when Andy revealed Michael's plan to Dwight and then slid out the door with Michael distracted. Also it is fun to see Jim take shit from Charles since he's usually the one dishing it out.
How many eps left of Office? by Jor-El23	Mar 27th, 2009 10:13:17 AM
Anyone?
Don't forget how supportive Michael has been to Pam. by TheLastCleric	Mar 27th, 2009 10:35:00 AM
He was one of the only people who cared about her art show and he even bought her painting of the office building. Michael's a clusterfuck but he's a good-hearted clusterfuck and his staff loves him because they understand how earnest and sincere he really is. This new boss is a typical douche with no real heart or concern for his employees. I just wish Dwight had attacked him like he protected Jim from Pam's old flame when he moved towards Michael aggresively.
Wow I'm amazed how many have completely not gotten Pam by Lovecraftfan	Mar 27th, 2009 10:36:37 AM
Didn't anybody see her devastated face when she realized putting together the copier was her greatest accomplishment. Or her face as she's walking away with Michael at the end and the reality of the siuation comes to them. The whole episode tonight was a like a symphony of anguished faces that tell completely different stories. Teh shows not perfect and it has problems but its more exciting than its ever been as feels much more free to let anger and self-pity thats always been there come right to the surface.
I think they'll show how Michael Scott lives like a kid by Quin the Eskimo	Mar 27th, 2009 10:41:54 AM
but like an idiot savant, excels at selling paper.
I can't believe no one has put forth the theory by Quin the Eskimo	Mar 27th, 2009 10:49:39 AM
his business will be successful, and he'll sell it to Dunder Mifflin. With the stipulation he becomes boss again. It'll also be a good chance to introduce some new characters.
Did anyone find Charles' decision to pick Stanley racist? by The Winged Doucheman	Mar 27th, 2009 11:44:56 AM
That was my first reaction. The commenter above may be more on point though that he just doesn't get his employees.
All this talk about Pam by haggardatbest	Mar 27th, 2009 11:45:40 AM
and no one has mentioned her breasts. Or legs. Damn that Beasly is hot! If my co-workers looked anything like her or Kelly or even Angela, I might not want to shoot myself by lunchtime every day. And I hope Charles sticks around for a while. His character's personality fits perfectly in a show about business.
1-900-OKFACE by The Winged Doucheman	Mar 27th, 2009 11:46:31 AM
Why no 30 Rock Talkback? That show is geeksoup for the soul.
doucheman by haggardatbest	Mar 27th, 2009 11:57:29 AM
"That's not even enough numbers!". Classic episode.
can anyone help me? by imascooby1985	Mar 27th, 2009 01:00:26 PM
My dvr cut out before the little coda came on. Can anyone tell me how the episoe ended? I saw everything with michael and pam leaving and then it cut to commercial. Was there anything after that? I appreciate the help.
High 5 to Lovecraftfan by Sonny_Williams	Mar 27th, 2009 01:04:33 PM
You nailed it! This ep was indeed a symphony of faces, it could have worked as a silent movie. Virtually every character had at least one scene where their expression spoke volumes! Not the funnest of times at Dunder Mifflin, but one of the best episodes this season, imho.
I saw Charles' choice of Kevin & Stanley as him having by Big Jim	Mar 27th, 2009 01:30:32 PM
no clue who these people are. He choses Kevin, probably the least technically-savvy employee, to handle the phones; he choses Stanley, a guy who spends as much time as he can at the office doing crossword puzzles, to be his Productivity Czar. I loved the look they both had at the end, neither one has any idea how to do what they have been asked to do.
Office "Fans" by Ryang	Mar 27th, 2009 01:36:50 PM
The last handful of episodes have been surprisingly better. Tune in sometime.
I almost thought... by exie	Mar 27th, 2009 02:06:22 PM
Charles was going to hit Michael and rough him up at the end of last night's episode and that was going to get Charles fired and Michael re-hired. I'm so glad they instead did what they did. This is the twist this show needed and it's going to make it all fresh. Love it.
Stanley / Kevin by Steve Young	Mar 27th, 2009 02:19:57 PM
Either Charles is "out of touch", or more likely, he picked what he perceived as the two slowest / laziest employees and assigned them something to DO for once. Charles is the opposite of Michael. When he gives an order, he's not going to explain WHY. "Just do it." (As incompetent as Michael is, I hate bosses like Charles, even if they get results). Oh, and say what you will about Creed's laziness - he's more of a con man, and can make anything think he's saddled with work.
exie - Charles fired? by BrannigansLaw	Mar 27th, 2009 03:28:29 PM
I don't think so. Remember, Michael was previously escorted from the building. By sneaking back into the building, i.e. TRESPASSING, Michael was breaking the law.
If you don't understand why Pam left... by BrannigansLaw	Mar 27th, 2009 03:33:09 PM
then you don't know anything about The Office. That move was perfect and totally in character. Besides, it's less of a risk for her since she keeps Michael on track and ensures that he deals with the important biz issues. And she will have greater status should the business take off.
Charles fired & Michael re-hired? by haggardatbest	Mar 27th, 2009 03:42:09 PM
What is this, fan-fiction? Maybe next Jim & Pam and Ryan & Kelly and Michael & Holly will TOTALLY have a triple wedding! Michael quit. He's not getting "re-hired" because someone hits him. And Charles is a breath of fresh air for this show.
This could be brilliant by SifoDyasJr.	Mar 27th, 2009 04:08:23 PM
We've seen Michael Scott fail and we've seen him wallow in mediocracy, now I want to watch him succeed beyond anyone's wildest dreams. "You have no idea how high I can fly..."
The Jim/Charles dynamic should be interesting. by Kid Idioteque	Mar 27th, 2009 04:14:39 PM
I'm sure they won't hire another regional manager and will have Charles fill that role (being there as much as he can). They've already set up Charles hating Jim so I can definitely see Dunder Mifflin employees trickling off to Michael's company. This really is a great way to bring Michael's character full circle, redeeming him entirely.
Charles is entirely out of touch by Larry Sellers	Mar 27th, 2009 04:38:05 PM
This is the one really interesting story that's come out of this season. The last scene in "New Boss" was pretty unexpected. I'm not so skeptical about Michael being re-hired as Charles being fired. Charles is here to stay. Even if he lacks an understanding of employees he understands how a business is run which is totally consistent with Dunder Mifflin's past decisions. Remember, Michael has been more competent in season 5 than any other so far. His branch has been more successful than any other, he infiltrated and shut down a possible threat to DM's business, and he even showed that he's capable of initiating great, though half-assed, ideas (golden ticket completely back-fired but still...). David Wallace knows Michael has stepped up even if Michael himself isn't aware. I have no idea where the show's going but it's exciting. Also keep in mind that David Wallace is in love with Jim. If something happens between Jim and Charles, it's very likely that David will intervene.
the end of this episode by Magic Rat	Mar 27th, 2009 06:48:04 PM
reminded me of the end of The Graduate.
The last scene in New Boss was... by Thrillho77	Mar 27th, 2009 08:48:40 PM
so unexpected, only because it was so bogus. What a unbelievable group of characters this has become. This show was so refreshing when these characters all just had their foibles...when you thought they were normal, but just on the fringe, so to speak. Now, they're just a ridiculous bunch of maniacs and retards.
Thrillho77... Wha...? by BrannigansLaw	Mar 27th, 2009 09:35:02 PM
Are you sure you're watching the right show? That's "The Office" on NBC @ 9PM. Yeah, you must be lost...
30 ROCK by Harold The Great	Mar 27th, 2009 11:05:16 PM
came close to arrested development greatness yesterday. Holy shit, the "Kenneth vision", and it's transition to Liz completely floored me, couldn't stop laughing for minutes. That only happened for me at AD's infamous "Giant Mole Fight" scene.
Loved this week's episode by SmallTuna	Mar 28th, 2009 09:16:54 AM
Thought it was hilarious and reminded me of the best moments this show can offer. Like old-school, good, The Office.
30 Rock by BizarroJerry	Mar 28th, 2009 11:34:52 AM
"...and kill an Ewok!"
Michael's new company by BizarroJerry	Mar 28th, 2009 11:38:21 AM
I hate to inject a sense of reality into a sitcom, but does anyone really think Michael can possibly start a successful competing company in the bad climate for the industry -- which even Andy seems to understand? Just doesn't seem very possible. He understands some aspects of the company, but he doesn't understand higher up corporate level thinking and the logistics of things. The only thing I can see is him somehow being able to siphon off the clients that he's brought in. His insane way of making a sale somehow works.
Michael will do well on his paper route. by mrfan	Mar 28th, 2009 02:51:37 PM
Pam will do good at wrapping the newspapers. Hope they get a good route.
BiszrroJerry by BrannigansLaw	Mar 28th, 2009 03:30:45 PM
So... you're injecting a sense of reality into a sitcom by essentially repeating what Jim Halpert and Oscar Martinez said directly to Michael in that same ep?
I could see Michael setting up shop by Rev. Slappy	Mar 29th, 2009 04:09:39 AM
where the Prince Family paper company used to be. I thought that was the funniest part of thep, when Michael called them and got the answering machine.
The Darkness/Bitterness by Bunch-backdToad	Mar 29th, 2009 01:31:21 PM
I, for one, love the new, more bitter/"down" feel that The Office has. The tone of the show is becoming something unlike almost any other comedy I've seen on American television. It nowhere near being a drama or even a "dramedy," but there's a lot of serious stuff dealt with amongst the humor. The major characters more and more have a very Chekhovian feel to them, that sense of being trapped and wanting to do something else, but being unable or unwilling to do so.
Hey, Brannigan... by BizarroJerry	Mar 30th, 2009 01:23:02 PM
(Great username, btw) I guess what I really meant was I was trying to inject some reality into the talkbacks here, where some people seem to think it's reasonable Michael could compete with a bigger company. And also, aside from those characters saying that, I don't expect a sitcom to be fully realistic. One random comment here, but is anyone else really starting to like Oscar? (No, I don't mean in a gay way...) He is emerging as the only actually intelligent person on the whole show. They even let him have the last word of the teaser.
bitter tone... by BizarroJerry	Mar 30th, 2009 01:24:59 PM
I think I agree, Bunch-backdToad... that may be an aspect of the show that is making it lean slightly back in the direction of the more dreary Brit version. I love the subtle change in Pam and Michael's expressions as they round the end of the fence and go from hopeful and excited to afraid.

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