Discussion
Topic: The Office
Every one says this is a funny show but I watched the first three episodes and didn’t laugh once. What is a good episode to start with so I can understand the hype?
4 comments
Brandon Reed Start at Season Two, though there might be some plot points you don't get.
4 Likes
Carrie T It helps to consider how this was a very different form of comedy at the time, specifically for a 30 min sitcom. No laugh track, many unlikeable yet somehow lovable characters of which routinely break that “fourth wall”. Michael Scott represents the clueless boss we’ve all had at some point. A lot of shows are like this now, but at the time other shows relied on an audience to tell the viewer when to laugh or emote. I hope you persevere (and like it after all), but everyone has their own taste! 😀
1 Likes
J.R. Mulhall I love parks and rec but this just seems different
2 Likes
Brandon Reed I also prefer Parks and Rec, but I like both. Parks and Rec is more joyful. I think that's a lot of the difference.
Like
Carrie T 100% - P&R is much more upbeat and silly. Leslie Knope is such a dear person, unlike Michael Scott!
Like
Aubrey Summers Definitely start with season two!
1 Likes
James Neumann They almost canceled season 1. Just jump to 2 and go back to 1 later
Like