I’ve complained in the past that this season the writers were turning Andy into an almost literal overgrown baby, and that the only time he ever seems remotely adult-like is when he is focused on MouseRat. Well my wishes were heard, and we had an almost completely normal Andy tonight! Except for the strange tantrums that he was throwing in the recording studio, this practically seemed like the normal Andy from the first season. It was also nice to have him doing something constructive for the campaign, in this case writing a campaign song. So no more ‘Get On Your Feet?’
Apparently the Ann and Tom relationship is going to play out for at least a few more episodes. Not sure yet if this is a good thing or a bad thing, but I suppose giving these two often sidelined characters something to do can only be a plus. Also, Tom may be achieving some character growth by learning to dial back his inherent douchebaggery. My only question was why wasn’t Chris upset that they’re dating? Sure they’re not in the same department or managing each other, but I thought the rule was no dating your coworkers?
Sorry for the shorter-than-usual and late-ish review. I usually type these up on my lunch at work, but we had an office party today for lunch so that set me back. Also, that double episode of 30 Rock last week was not good enough to justify missing Parks and Rec last week. We have seven episodes left in this season and it looks like next week we take a break from the campaign for a Jerry pity party; it looks like the gang forgot his birthday! Also Ann and Tom continue their relationship and clash about music.
Thanks so much for reading, I will see you again next Friday! And as always please leave me any comments or thoughts!
Random Thoughts:
- Here’s a really random thought; there should be a post-apocalyptic style film where Tom Haverford is the last man on earth, and he attempts to seduce the millions of women who remain in an attempt to repopulate the earth. I have a feeling that humanity would die out.
- I love how Ben’s awkwardness around cops has now morphed into complete and total fear.
- Don’t know if I’ve mentioned this before, but I love the police talking heads where they give an official report instead of a normal explanation. Genius.
- Love the semi-return of Duke Silver, it’s been so long I’ve almost forgotten about him and his middle-aged panty-dropping saxophone solos.
- Oh man, Chris singing. No words, no words. Just, no. No.
- I did not see the handcuff moment coming, not at all. AMAZING. Poor Ben, if he wasn’t paranoid before about cops he damn sure is now.
- We never got to hear exactly what Dave wanted to say, which is a shame.
- Really Tom, waiting in the rain? That doesn’t even make sense in the situation.\
- Of course a room full of cops would think that Ben’s pulling a gun out of his coat pocket instead of a piece of paper! I laughed my ass off at this, hence why I chose it for my main image at the start of the review.
Favorite Quotes:
- “I feel like you’re embarrassed by me.” “That is accurate.”
- “I’m not afraid of cops, I have no reason to be because I never break any rules, ever. And that’s because I’m afraid of cops.”
- “Weirdo can come too.”
- “I don’t know how many of you have heard, but there’s a flesh eating virus going around. Yeah, it’s called music.”
- “I’m going to the gas station, to get a frozen burri-to, and eat it right there at that table.”
- “I’ve heard he makes mature women swoon when he plays.”
- “When you two spoon, who spoons who?”
- “He’s a gorgeous genius people! Don’t question his methods.”
- “You look like I could use some company.”
- “He’s in love with you and he has a GUN.”
- “I don’t wanna brag, but I have a ton of experience with women being mad at me.”
- “Well he’s shrimpy. And small.”
- “I wrote a new song called ‘The Promise of Tomorrow’s Wings’.”
- “Now if you’ll excuse me I’m about to endorse ten beers into my mouth because this has been an incredibly stressful evening.”
- “The four sweetest words in the English language; You Wore Me Down.”
