The Office (2005-????)Created by: Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant
Developed by: Greg Daniels
Season: Six (2009-2010)
Genre: Comedy | Drama | Romance
Number of Episodes: 25
Episode Running Time: 30 Minutes
Viewed: Owned DVD
Reams of laughs.
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Comments: A lot of people felt the sixth season of The Office took a step down, and I'm inclined to agree. There's a notable difference in the overall quality of the show compared to the previous seasons (mainly Seasons 2 through 5). Still, I was entertained by the show, so it wasn't a total loss.
The best episode of the season (by far) was the two-part "Niagra," where Jim and Pam get married. It successfully balanced humor while making the show memorable and touching; I especially loved the wedding scene that spoofed this YouTube sensation). It was one of those great Office moments. The other two-parter, "The Delivery," was solid as it showcased the birth of Jim and Pam's child (and had some great moments between the two), but like the entire season, it lacked that special energy.
I also enjoyed the addition of Erin as the new secretary, and her and Andy's budding (yet strange) relationship. Ellie Kemper, who plays Erin, is cute as hell and makes the audience love her despite her lack of intelligence and the fact that she gets a little... crazy at times.
But overall, the series simply lacks the spark the show previously had. Jim and Pam are no longer the driving force of show (which would be hard to accomplish since they're married and have a kid now), and it's apparent. While I like Andy and Erin, there's no way in hell they could ever take Jim and Pam's place. And it's hard to consistently find new and fresh storylines. The season finale was terrible as a final episode, and hardly enticed me to come back for the new season (which I will anyway). Like I've said before, Season 7 should definitely be the last for the show, but the cast (sans Carell) is signed through at least Season 8. Who knows, maybe I'll be surprised by the quality this year (Holly and Jan are coming back, and Timothy Olyphant is guest starring as a rival salesman that used to date Pam). It's a possibility.
The best episode of the season (by far) was the two-part "Niagra," where Jim and Pam get married. It successfully balanced humor while making the show memorable and touching; I especially loved the wedding scene that spoofed this YouTube sensation). It was one of those great Office moments. The other two-parter, "The Delivery," was solid as it showcased the birth of Jim and Pam's child (and had some great moments between the two), but like the entire season, it lacked that special energy.
I also enjoyed the addition of Erin as the new secretary, and her and Andy's budding (yet strange) relationship. Ellie Kemper, who plays Erin, is cute as hell and makes the audience love her despite her lack of intelligence and the fact that she gets a little... crazy at times.
But overall, the series simply lacks the spark the show previously had. Jim and Pam are no longer the driving force of show (which would be hard to accomplish since they're married and have a kid now), and it's apparent. While I like Andy and Erin, there's no way in hell they could ever take Jim and Pam's place. And it's hard to consistently find new and fresh storylines. The season finale was terrible as a final episode, and hardly enticed me to come back for the new season (which I will anyway). Like I've said before, Season 7 should definitely be the last for the show, but the cast (sans Carell) is signed through at least Season 8. Who knows, maybe I'll be surprised by the quality this year (Holly and Jan are coming back, and Timothy Olyphant is guest starring as a rival salesman that used to date Pam). It's a possibility.
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