Spaceman Spiff 0 Report post Posted April 3, 2008 So, any idea what this new "Office spin-off" that was announced on NBC's lineup is going to be about? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord of The Curry 0 Report post Posted April 3, 2008 Nothing good? I know originally they wanted it to focus on Dwight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fuzzy Dunlop 0 Report post Posted April 3, 2008 I just hope that if they do this, they do it with the same writers and without taking any of the main characters off the original. These are probably both way too much to ask for, but I did hear one rumor that it might take place at Dunder-Mifflin headquarters with Ryan, and I guess they're looking at bringing in Will Arnett (which would of course be awesome). I don't know if any of that's true, I just read it on another board. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mik 0 Report post Posted April 3, 2008 Will Arnett would go a long way to selling me on this being a good idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A Happy Medium 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2008 A nice little bump for the thread. I for one am really looking forward to the episode tomorrow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ghost of bps21 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2008 I am too. I'm hoping that they spent the time away from writing during the strike refreshing their batteries so we can get back to the goodness that was seasons 1-3...and not what I've really not enjoyed thus far this year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Th 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2008 http://www.zap2it.com/tv/news/zap-theoffic...0,2115638.story Nice little interview about the show returning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gary Floyd 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 Damn, awkward doesn't begin to describe that episode. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Teal-y Dan Report post Posted April 11, 2008 Pretty good episode, but I feel like the show is starting to wind down. Good symbolism with the repairing of the Dundie because they're broken people and all that jazz. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steviekick 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 I enjoyed the episode, but at times Michael's over-the-top behavior really gets annoying. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
treble 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 There were a bunch of little things I liked (the small TV, the tour of the condo, stuff like that) enough that I liked the episode overall. They really need to spend more time in the actual office, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Th 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 I enjoyed the episode, but at times Michael's over-the-top behavior really gets annoying. Yeah, but he wasn't that bad in this one. He was the worst in "Phyllis' Wedding." I enjoyed this episode. It was just nice to see my favorite show back. I think if this was a "normal" season, then I might not have liked it. But it was new, so kudos. Plus Paul Feig directed, which is always a plus. B+ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 Perhaps the most bizarre episode of the series. Not great for laughs, but I'm looking at these episodes with the mindset that they need to cram a half a season's worth of storylines into six episodes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
godthedog 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 that felt like it needed to be an hour, but i thought it was great. that was some surreal harold pinter shit there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mik 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 That was maybe the most uncomfortable I've ever been watching a TV show. I'm not sure if it was that much worse than usual but I was cringing the whole episode. I enjoyed it, though. Some great one liners. Dwight leaving his date at the bus stop while he kept on driving was great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 And I'm totally using the "it has an oakey afterbirth" line the next time I drink wine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ravenbomb 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 Pam's "Awesome" when Dwight showed up was great. I was dreading some Pam/Jim friction after the botched "house is flooded" escape where he was going to leave Pam to fend for herself, I'm really glad they didn't go that direction. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maztinho 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 And I'm totally using the "it has an oakey afterbirth" line the next time I drink wine. Wait what? And then Micheal just goes on. I felt awkward watching it too, Angela smashing her cone on Andy's car is such a bitch move. WHORE! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mecha Mummy 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 I think my favorite quick joke in that one was the cops showing up and Dwight attempting to take initiative but just getting dismissed with "not now, Dwight." Incredibly weird episode, but I dug it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrVenkman PhD 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 The camera tripod in the bedroom that Michael forgot to put away was a funny touch. Dwight's line, "It's purely carnal. That's all you need to know" was my favourite line. It sounds like next week's episode about a parking space (at least in description) is more traditional Office fare. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starvenger 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 That was maybe the most uncomfortable I've ever been watching a TV show. I'm not sure if it was that much worse than usual but I was cringing the whole episode. That's pretty much the worst case scenario of dinner parties. Funny-painful to watch, I agree. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steviekick 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 My favorite line of the episode was when Jan and Michael were yelling at each other before Jan broke the Dundy and the television. Michael's last line during that exchange: "THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steviekick 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 My favorite line of the episode was when Jan and Michael were yelling at each other before Jan broke the Dundy and the television. Michael's last line during that exchange: "THAT'S WHAT SHE SAID!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ripper 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 I didn't find Michael over the top in this one. I actually think its cute that Jan really does love Michael though. Her trying to put back together the Dundie after he was gone was sweet. Although, I don't know how they are going to replace the 200 dollar Plasma. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
treble 0 Report post Posted April 11, 2008 Sometimes I just stand here and watch TV for hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaceman Spiff 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2008 "Oscar Meyer Wiener lover" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrVenkman PhD 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2008 Going to the cemetery for closure... good stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gary Floyd 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2008 Kevin and Andy made this episode. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2008 Jim can be really sad at times Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
USC Wuz Robbed! 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2008 Jim can be really sad at times Why do you say? I thought it was pretty funny. Unless you mean him getting a ring after a week, then yeah. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
