America's version of The Office is never afraid to take risks.The cliffhanger at the end of Season 2 seemed bold. So did uniting Jim and Pam. But Michael calling it quits? Unfathomable.
I was skeptical at the end of "New Boss". The office itself is so essential to the show - how can the main character leave? Well, last night soothed my doubts.
One way Season 5 stands out from the rest of The Office is its consistent emotional content. Almost every episode has a heart-jerking moment, and the last few have had several. Chalk up Pam breaking down at the end of "Dream Team" and Michael comforting her onto that list. A few episodes this season have left me longing for laughter, but I'll forgive that for the character development.
That's not to say this tandem wasn't funny. It was. The cold open with Kevin at the receptionist desk was priceless. So was Andy and Dwight breaking into a hodown in front of the adorable new receptionist. Jim's failure to get Charles to like him. Ryan at the bowling alley. My funny bone was tickled.
I don't know how long this storyline can last. But "Dream Team" and "The Michael Scott Paper Company" earned it a few more chances to succeed.
2 comments:
how long do you think until Michael storms into Dunder Mifflin and makes a fool out of himself? you know he won't be able to control himself for long.
oh, it's only a matter of time... there are only three or four episodes left in the season, so you know something is going to go down soon
hilarity should ensue
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