tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post1922522936897084914..comments2024-03-25T19:18:14.047-04:00Comments on What's Alan Watching?: The Office: Girls' day out (aka Paint it black)Alan Sepinwallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03388147774725646742noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-16289774042486830792007-05-28T18:30:00.000-04:002007-05-28T18:30:00.000-04:00In response to something someone said earlier abou...In response to something someone said earlier about the documentary crew not knowing that Ryan left, I'd argue that they probably did know and maybe even filmed his interview as well, but then chose not to include that in their footage.<BR/><BR/>Remember, they're trying to construct this footage into a narrative format and make it entertaining for the viewers, so leaving out a key plot point so you can spring a twist on the audience is a pretty clever tactic.Larry McGillicuddyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03907320963547114422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-35072152302394415702007-05-27T22:31:00.000-04:002007-05-27T22:31:00.000-04:00d'oh. . .I was rooting for Karen. .d'oh. . .I was rooting for Karen. .Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-67286546769034174062007-05-22T03:39:00.000-04:002007-05-22T03:39:00.000-04:00The New York scenes felt off because the continuit...The New York scenes felt off because the continuity was horrible. In one scene Jim wears a Spamalot shirt, then in the next scene it is gone. And the sheer amount of boundless energy these people still have after doing all this stuff after working for a day and driving to New York! The whole sequence felt as real as these music montages in Hollywood romantic comedies which end with the hero handing his love interest a key to the Met where they dine on the main stage.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-84929382374630890132007-05-19T18:39:00.000-04:002007-05-19T18:39:00.000-04:00I wonder what will happen with Jan and Michael's r...I wonder what will happen with Jan and Michael's relationship once she's off those painkillers and back to her "normal" self? :-DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-58662213491341307052007-05-19T07:11:00.000-04:002007-05-19T07:11:00.000-04:00I think people tend to overthink TV show plot twis...I think people tend to overthink TV show plot twists. From the writers' perspective (30+ episodes next season), there is much more comic mileage to get out of Ryan being Michael's boss than some "gotcha" oh-never-mind-he-isn't moment.Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01450775188328918558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-40136931943178372362007-05-18T23:39:00.000-04:002007-05-18T23:39:00.000-04:00I assume the Ryan thing is real, and that it makes...I assume the Ryan thing is real, and that it makes sense: from his MBA work, he probably has a much more global sense of what the company needs than Jim or Karen did. He shows corporate his final paper, and he gets hired on that basis.Adamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02113168955236758821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-60008333160053336062007-05-18T23:34:00.000-04:002007-05-18T23:34:00.000-04:00I liked the headstrong Jan more then I already don...<I>I liked the headstrong Jan more then I already don't like whackjob Jan.</I><BR/><BR/>Yeah, but her motivation for wanting to be with Michael was straining credibility. Now it's more understandable.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-541075374605378142007-05-18T23:30:00.000-04:002007-05-18T23:30:00.000-04:00Is it possible that the two phone conversations in...Is it possible that the two phone conversations in the tag (David offering the job to someone with an MBA; Ryan saying "Yes, I'm very excited") were completely unrelated and just pieced together to fool us?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-35043676825810785162007-05-18T21:51:00.000-04:002007-05-18T21:51:00.000-04:00Love the Pam/Jim stuff at the end. Karen's gone, ...Love the Pam/Jim stuff at the end. Karen's gone, since that actress has a show on Fox next fall. I kinda agree that I am glad Jan will, most liely, be around but it is kinda to see her break down and become a whackjob. I liked the headstrong Jan more then I already don't like whackjob Jan.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-15279573504768240122007-05-18T16:21:00.000-04:002007-05-18T16:21:00.000-04:00One of my favorite moments was Michael's scared ex...One of my favorite moments was Michael's scared expressions during the ride back home to Scranton. Pitch-perfect acting from Steve Carrell...a welcome change after the "over-the-topness" of Michael.<BR/><BR/>The last moment was pure bliss...Jenna Fischer is just so cute!SJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01245472084190224186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-40786489719891473792007-05-18T16:01:00.000-04:002007-05-18T16:01:00.000-04:00I just went over to NBC and they have a 2 1/2 minu...I just went over to NBC and they have a 2 1/2 minute highlight video from last night that has all of Pam's final talking head on it. It's still great just watching that little part if you want to see it again.<BR/><BR/>http://www.nbc.com/The_Office/video/#mea=105321Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-15478913467355923202007-05-18T14:46:00.000-04:002007-05-18T14:46:00.000-04:00The plot lines for Ryan getting the job are endles...The plot lines for Ryan getting the job are endless, but has anyone else considered how they might start off next year's episode by showing some sort of flasback as to something that happened that cause Ryan NOT to get the job...from David (the Corporate boss) being fired for discrimination against Jan and the new person going in another direction, to catching on that Ryan hasn't made any sales, etc.? Imagine putting him back in Scranton and having to deal with Michael (going for the job behind his back), Kelly, etc. They sure could have a lot of fun with that.<BR/>And the expression on Pam's face when Jim asks her out and the tears she is trying to hold back is almost the best acting I have seen on TV this year, save Edie Falco and her expressions of grief on the Sopranos! A perfect way to get "JAM" together without making it too stupid. One thing though...I kept hearing that Kevin was supposed to play some sort of role in pointing Jim in a direction as to who to choose...he looked like he was headed that way, but then nothing. Any comments?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-671795876846331142007-05-18T14:13:00.000-04:002007-05-18T14:13:00.000-04:00One other thing... The thoughts of Michael working...One other thing... The thoughts of Michael working for Ryan gets so many wheels turning.<BR/><BR/>I can see Ryan trying to employ a ton of MBA-speak, ivory tower type stuff and Michael getting frustrated, almost the way he does with Toby. Or, they could go another route as someone said and have Michael continue to treat Ryan as a temp. This will be fun.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-5348822234852069502007-05-18T14:11:00.000-04:002007-05-18T14:11:00.000-04:00People, please. This is Dunder-Mifflin we are tal...People, please. This is Dunder-Mifflin we are talking about, Creed might be a viable candidate.<BR/><BR/>I admire the writers/producers/cast for taking a chance and bringing Jim and Pam together, because it would be easy to continue on the path they were on.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-46461303531498339622007-05-18T14:03:00.000-04:002007-05-18T14:03:00.000-04:00The last couple of minutes (Jenna's brilliant emot...The last couple of minutes (Jenna's brilliant emotional talkinghead, and Ryan's surprise), may have given me the most pure joy I have ever had watching TV.<BR/><BR/>God bless Jenna Fischer (and I hope she heals soon from her horrible fall), and the writers.<BR/><BR/>That said, am I the only one to find the CreedThoughts blog to be completely unfunny?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-38253512631184050452007-05-18T13:34:00.000-04:002007-05-18T13:34:00.000-04:00That last scene with Pam and Jim made my heart swe...That last scene with Pam and Jim made my heart swell two sizes too big. <BR/><BR/>That look Pam had is the same one I see whenever someone tells me their getting married or having a baby: pure radiance. Jenna nailed it. I <B>loved</B> how Pam didn't even think twice or hesitate to answer Jim.<BR/><BR/>I wonder what Angela would think about Dwight making Pam his secret assistant to the regional manager?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16826413365790850707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-77241129046445823782007-05-18T13:28:00.000-04:002007-05-18T13:28:00.000-04:00I get all of the arguments in favor of Ryan gettin...I get all of the arguments in favor of Ryan getting the job, but I just never got the feeling he was an MBA candidate, maybe I missed that memo.Homertojeebushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14716825626940216299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-67426734256228158342007-05-18T13:04:00.000-04:002007-05-18T13:04:00.000-04:00I think Ryan getting the job is incredibly dead on...I think Ryan getting the job is incredibly dead on, especially for what we have seen of D-M's corporate decision making. The qualities that make someone a good salesperson are completly different than the qualities that make for a good manager (Exhibit 1- Michael Scott). I say this as a 30 year old MBA who manages people with much greater and more relevant experience than my own.Donnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09488547009104176396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-9870019899089842102007-05-18T12:52:00.000-04:002007-05-18T12:52:00.000-04:00I don't think Ryan getting the job is that far out...I don't think Ryan getting the job is that far out of the question. While he hasn't made a sale (if you believe Michael) that probably makes him more likely to make the jump. In my experience, many mediocre or substandard sales people end up in management. It gets you off of the commission tract. If you're really good at sales, management is a pay cut. Plus, Ryan is young and, therefore, cheap. Jan had been with the company for many years and was probably making a pretty good paycheck. We know Michael doesn't make much more than warehouse crew. So this company will apparently hire and/or promote less than qualified people if the price is right.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-67403590228497028512007-05-18T12:44:00.000-04:002007-05-18T12:44:00.000-04:00Yes, I agree with anonymous. The scene where Davi...Yes, I agree with anonymous. The scene where David Wallace expresses contempt for the New York HR person during Jim's interview was brilliant.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06837518464928274361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-87147959054299668482007-05-18T12:18:00.000-04:002007-05-18T12:18:00.000-04:00OK, I thought Jan's meltdown was jumping the Fonz,...OK, I thought Jan's meltdown was jumping the Fonz, but it was funny, so I forgive.<BR/> I agree Ryan must have lied on his resume. The comedic possibilities are great if they play this right. I see Michael obliviously continuing to treat Ryan as his protege to Ryan's slow-burning frustration.<BR/> I hope they keep Karen at least on the bench. Actually, maybe NBC could go the CSI route and spin off "The Office:NY". It would have to be better than at least 9 of the shows they're going to end up cancelling.<BR/> If not that, then "Bob Vance Chronicles."Homertojeebushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14716825626940216299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-50088340171491139542007-05-18T11:59:00.000-04:002007-05-18T11:59:00.000-04:00Many corporations have the pyramid on top of a pyr...Many corporations have the pyramid on top of a pyramid structure where recent college graduates are hired straight into management and shuttled around the company to get experience with the hopes that they will work their way to the very top within the next 25 years.<BR/><BR/>The bottom pyramid has the people that actually know the business and do the work directly. The fun part is where the pyramids connect, where you have people who have worked their way up for 15-20 years suddenly answering to kids who don't know the nuts and bolts, but do get the big picture. <BR/><BR/>Ryan just jumped into the top pyramid.<BR/><BR/>--bad dadAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-51345595741939353772007-05-18T11:55:00.000-04:002007-05-18T11:55:00.000-04:00Loved the caption under Dwight's picture on the Sc...Loved the caption under Dwight's picture on the Schrute Bucks: "Motivational Tool."<BR/> I'm totally gonna use that around the office.Homertojeebushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14716825626940216299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-27795974183643088222007-05-18T11:44:00.000-04:002007-05-18T11:44:00.000-04:00I enjoyed the episode, but the more I think about ...I enjoyed the episode, but the more I think about it, the more I'm actually sad that they took Jan from neurotic but competent to completely batshit insane. It completely fits the tone of the show and it's funny, it just hurts, because I liked her the way she used to be.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17517257.post-92099202152942648592007-05-18T11:37:00.000-04:002007-05-18T11:37:00.000-04:00Is the Ryan-gets-the-job scene online somewhere? N...Is the Ryan-gets-the-job scene online somewhere? No TiVo love on that one.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14538100183108510032noreply@blogger.com