I'll keep this short and sweet: this episode is another example in a long series of episodes that clearly show how strong this show is. There is not another show in the history of television that has done what Community has - successfully construct a cast so well-rounded and deeply flawed that their antics make sense in any and every situation imaginable. From "Modern Warfare" to "Basic Rocket Science" to "Epidemiology" and all the way down to "Advanced Dungeons and Dragons," this cast and these writers is perfectly capable of any form of successful television. Pierce's manipulative manner comes to a head in this episode and as the episode unfolds in a very The Office-like form, the cast is given the opportunity to give intermittent commentary. It works flawlessly, and I honestly am having such a hard time judging this season that it's discomforting to think TV Guide considers the show likely to be canceled.
A fantastic episode. But as usual, even the worst episodes of Community stand head-and-shoulders above the best episodes of almost every other show on television.
A fantastic episode. But as usual, even the worst episodes of Community stand head-and-shoulders above the best episodes of almost every other show on television.
