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Racer · 10-08-2009, 10:52 PM

Thought it was great episode with a lot of funny moments. The one gripe I have is that I felt Jim and Pam running off to have their own small wedding before the church wedding was a bit of a rip off from Lilly and Marshall's wedding episode a few years ago on How I met your mother.

MikeVic · 10-08-2009, 11:01 PM

It was alright, nothing outstanding but not bad.

Flasch186 · 10-08-2009, 11:03 PM

the episode was just meh for me, and Michael not hooking up with meemaw was a travesty!

GoldenEagle · 10-08-2009, 11:12 PM

My wife and I both thought it was one of the best episodes of The Office ever.

RedKingGold · 10-08-2009, 11:12 PM

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samifan24 · 10-08-2009, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by RainMaker

Might be in the minority here, but that Wedding episode was fucking brilliant. I laughed out loud half a dozen times and I'm alone in my living room. Ton of subtle jokes throughout and they got every character involved in one way or another.

Agreed. I thought it was one of the best Office episodes in a very long time.

Logan · 10-09-2009, 12:02 AM

I loved how I was saying "really, you're just gonna rip off youtube like that?" and then they shoved it right back in my face.

Swaggs · 10-09-2009, 12:17 AM

I thought it was excellent. Like RM said, I laughed out lout several times. I was kind of neutral on the "Dance Forever" entry until Kevin knocked stuff over and, as over the top as it was, Dwight kicking the bridesmaid (along w/ the sound it made) killed me.

RainMaker · 10-09-2009, 12:42 AM

It was the little stuff.

- Kevin coming in wearing kleenex boxes as shoes and knocking over everything.

- Creed stuffing his face as everyone is puking.

- Kevin switching seats with Erin.

- Dwight kicking the bridesmaid in the face.

- Angela's comment about Pam and Jim treating the office like a 70's key party.

The show is best when they don't go over the top with any of the characters. They didn't do that on this episode. My only wish was that they'd make Jim funny again.

Tasan · 10-09-2009, 01:06 AM

This goes down as one of my favorite of the show. I watched the last 15 minutes over again. Great, great, great.

Crapshoot · 10-09-2009, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by RainMaker

Might be in the minority here, but that Wedding episode was fucking brilliant. I laughed out loud half a dozen times and I'm alone in my living room. Ton of subtle jokes throughout and they got every character involved in one way or another.

Ditto - It was hilarious. Creed eating noodles in the opening scene? Is there another character whose ever screenshot is gold?

Swaggs · 10-09-2009, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Tasan

This goes down as one of my favorite of the show. I watched the last 15 minutes over again. Great, great, great.

I watched the last 10 or 15 minutes twice, too.

I'm pretty sure that Michael came down the aisle three or four times, which is pretty funny, too.

It was pretty awesome when Michael was trying to find a room, too. Stanley and his girlfriend in a queen bed and then refusing Toby's offer.

Dr. Sak · 10-09-2009, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Tasan

This goes down as one of my favorite of the show. I watched the last 15 minutes over again. Great, great, great.

+1000

Draft Dodger · 10-09-2009, 10:39 AM

yep, that was a terrific episode.

Tasan · 10-09-2009, 11:28 AM

I was actually thinking to myself as this episode finished "They should just call it quits now. This just would be an excellent end to the show."

Of course, then we'd never get the payoff of Michael and Pam's mom, but we all know the "who's your daddy" jokes are going to get old quick.

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Passacaglia · 10-09-2009, 11:13 PM

Saw the episode tonight. Seriously, another dance montage? And people puking is supposed to be funny?

Danny · 10-09-2009, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Passacaglia

Saw the episode tonight. Seriously, another dance montage? And people puking is supposed to be funny?

Is this a serious post?

If so, yes and yes. It was one of my favorite episodes, especially the last 15.

Passacaglia · 10-09-2009, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Danny

Is this a serious post?

If so, yes and yes. It was one of my favorite episodes, especially the last 15.

Yes.

stevew · 10-09-2009, 11:46 PM

Kevin spilling the Pot of Chili Ia my favorite opening. But this was close.

MikeVic · 10-10-2009, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Passacaglia

Saw the episode tonight. Seriously, another dance montage? And people puking is supposed to be funny?

Yeah, the dance spoof off of that youtube thing would have been good if they did it well. There were some funny moments (Kevin, Andy), but some stupid parts (did they keep walking back to the front to walk back down again with different dance moves? And Dwight kicking that girl, for whatever reason I found that dumb).

Eaglesfan27 · 10-10-2009, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeVic

And Dwight kicking that girl, for whatever reason I found that dumb).

I thought that was the funniest part of the dance, particularly since he had already snubbed her.

lurker · 10-10-2009, 12:47 PM

When did they decide to drop the whole idea of witticisms and make this show 90% physical comedy?

terpkristin · 10-10-2009, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by lurker

When did they decide to drop the whole idea of witticisms and make this show 90% physical comedy?

Physical comedy and references to tired internet memes...

Maybe I'm just getting older and stupider, these things just don't amuse me anymore.

/tk

larrymcg421 · 10-10-2009, 01:22 PM

Err, am I the only one that watched Basketball, The Fight, The Injury, The Carpet, Gay Witch Hunt, Initiation, Phyllis' Wedding, Beach Games, etc.?

Since when has physical comedy not been a big part of the show?

As for witticisms - "Viagra Falls", Dwight "testing" Michael, Dwight talking to the kids about the "bad man", Oscar's reaction to dating Kevin, Meemaw thinking that Bruno is representative of the type of hotel theyre staying at, Jim talking about having a backup plan when he first saw the Youtube video, Jim's brothers asking Michael for a whoopee cushion and him having one.

Shrug, I guess I watched a completely different episode than some people did.

MikeVic · 10-10-2009, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by larrymcg421

Err, am I the only one that watched Basketball, The Fight, The Injury, The Carpet, Gay Witch Hunt, Initiation, Phyllis' Wedding, Beach Games, etc.?

Since when has physical comedy not been a big part of the show?

As for witticisms - "Viagra Falls", Dwight "testing" Michael, Dwight talking to the kids about the "bad man", Oscar's reaction to dating Kevin, Meemaw thinking that Bruno is representative of the type of hotel theyre staying at, Jim talking about having a backup plan when he first saw the Youtube video, Jim's brothers asking Michael for a whoopee cushion and him having one.

Shrug, I guess I watched a completely different episode than some people did.

No, I remember all of those so it's the same episode.

Dwight testing Michael wasn't a favourite of mine either. I know I already mentioned in a previous season's thread, but I hate when they Michael look really, unbelievably dumb, and then don't make him look competent later down the road. So he knows he didn't make a reservation, and then believes Dwight about the reservation being under "M Scott," and then acts like an ass to him? That's an example of him being unbelievably stupid and not funny. A recent example of stupid AND funny is when he walks into the meeting with Jim/head guy a couple of episodes back and the stuff he's saying on the phone. At least in my opinion.

Oscar's reaction was great.

Swaggs · 10-10-2009, 01:43 PM

I'm surprised more people didn't like this episode. I agree with the earlier post that it would have made a pretty satisfying series finale, w/ the dance scene giving everyone an opportunity to see all the characters and their personalities/stereotypes (Angela just walking down uncomfortable, Creed dancing wildly despite being an old man, Kevin being awkward, etc.) and the wedding giving Jim and Pam closure.

Raiders Army · 10-10-2009, 02:53 PM

Loved the episode. I wondered how they would make the wedding episode memorable considering Phyllis' wedding, Andy and Angela's build-up to a wedding, and all the other sitcom weddings and they surpassed my expectations.

Great show and if they had ended the series on this episode, it would be perfect. That being said, I'm looking forward to seeing what they do next.

I'm a sucker for video montages.

ISiddiqui · 10-10-2009, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by RainMaker

The show is best when they don't go over the top with any of the characters. They didn't do that on this episode.

WHAT? I mean I liked the episode, but what?! They completely went over the top with Kevin (his shoes were a safety hazard, c'mon and then he couldn't buy new shoes but needed Kleenex boxes?!) and Michael (his trying to explain Jim's slipup was very over the top as well as his reaction to the testing of Dwight).

Though I did think it was funny. Hard to do wedding episodes right anyways... and especially hour long ones (which I think The Office always struggles with anyways).

MizzouRah · 10-10-2009, 05:51 PM

I loved it, bravo!

Comey · 10-11-2009, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ISiddiqui

WHAT? I mean I liked the episode, but what?! They completely went over the top with Kevin (his shoes were a safety hazard, c'mon and then he couldn't buy new shoes but needed Kleenex boxes?!) and Michael (his trying to explain Jim's slipup was very over the top as well as his reaction to the testing of Dwight).

Though I did think it was funny. Hard to do wedding episodes right anyways... and especially hour long ones (which I think The Office always struggles with anyways).

Explaining Kevin...he's always had foot issues, throughout the series. There have been numerous references to this, jokes upon jokes to his issues (some are medical). When I saw this, I saw nothing as over-the-top, given how they've set up all of his medical problems.

Michael's slipup was cringeworthy, though I wouldn't characterize it as over-the-top. Michael has, of course, done much, much more that made me awkward...perhaps that's why this doesn't get anything more than an "eh" for me on the over-the-top scale. Besides, he tried to convince the grandmother to stay (albeit in Michael's own way).

ISiddiqui · 10-11-2009, 04:16 PM

Issues are one thing, but having to burn someone's shoes as a "safety issue"? C'mon? When has that ever happened? And then wearing Kleneex's instead of, you know, buying new shoes...

OldGiants · 10-11-2009, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by terpkristin

Physical comedy and references to tired internet memes...

Maybe I'm just getting older and stupider, these things just don't amuse me anymore.

/tk

Yes, and it is about time you changed your screen name to "Meemaw."

terpkristin · 10-11-2009, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by OldGiants

Yes, and it is about time you changed your screen name to "Meemaw."

See, THAT was funny.

/tk

johneh · 10-11-2009, 10:45 PM

The mix tape that Dwight made for Michael was hilarious!

Swaggs · 10-11-2009, 11:32 PM

I just started watching the original British "The Office" tonight on Netflix. It is available to watch instantly and I caught the first episode, so far. The dialogue and storyline from the first episode was almost exactly the same as the American version. It should be interesting to compare them to one another -- early on, I like American Jim (Tim?) and Dwight (Gareth) better and British Michael (David Brent, I think?) and Pam (Dawn) better. It is pretty funny how similar they made Jim/Tim's appearance, though.

lurker · 10-12-2009, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by larrymcg421

Err, am I the only one that watched Basketball, The Fight, The Injury, The Carpet, Gay Witch Hunt, Initiation, Phyllis' Wedding, Beach Games, etc.?

Since when has physical comedy not been a big part of the show?

As for witticisms - "Viagra Falls", Dwight "testing" Michael, Dwight talking to the kids about the "bad man", Oscar's reaction to dating Kevin, Meemaw thinking that Bruno is representative of the type of hotel theyre staying at, Jim talking about having a backup plan when he first saw the Youtube video, Jim's brothers asking Michael for a whoopee cushion and him having one.

Shrug, I guess I watched a completely different episode than some people did.

Well, I did say that it seemed like the episode was 90% physical comedy and while that was a slight exaggeration, that's no comparison to the small bits of physical humor that were in all of the episodes you mentioned. Usually there would be a funny sight gag or visual that would last for a few seconds at a time, not SEVERAL minutes of lame dancing (that I don't even understand how could be construed as funny) or vomiting as though this is a show designed for 10 year olds or people who don't want to think.

For example, in "Basketball", there were some shots of Michael playing badly, which was supposed to be funny because he had just gone on about how awesome he was, but that was interspersed with dialogue and that was where the humor mainly came from. Most of the humor from that episode didn't come from seeing anyone get hit in the face, that kind of thing was just for a second at a time. It was from actual dialogue and attempts at realistic characterizations, which I guess the writers cared more about at the time.

Philliesfan980 · 10-12-2009, 12:28 PM

I'm with some of the people who think the "dancing down the isle" wasn't funny at all. Then again, I'm one of the people who thought the original was lame in the first place. The quicker that little fad dies, the quicker. We don't need to encourage it NBC.

As for the show itself, it's not as good as it used to be, but it's still entertaining. I haven't seen any previews for the upcoming episode (I'm assuming this week is new), but this would be a perfect opportunity for them to explore other characters as Jim and Pam are on their "honeymoon".

ISiddiqui · 10-12-2009, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by lurker

Most of the humor from that episode didn't come from seeing anyone get hit in the face, that kind of thing was just for a second at a time. It was from actual dialogue and attempts at realistic characterizations, which I guess the writers cared more about at the time.

So I'm guessing you really didn't get why the vomiting bit was funny. It wasn't because everyone was throwing up, but it was funny because of Dwight's reaction (WTF did I do) and Creed's unfazed look as he was eating his food.

lurker · 10-12-2009, 02:02 PM

Yeah, I get that that was supposed to be funny -- not worth the length of time showing the rest of the vomiting. The net effect was stupid, not clever.

RomaGoth · 10-12-2009, 04:52 PM

The Kleenex boxes on the feet was hilarious. I also enjoyed watching Toby push his walker up the aisle during the dancing scene. Good stuff.

Swaggs · 10-12-2009, 05:33 PM

Thinking it over, it would have been more funny and more realistic if Kevin had bought cheap flip-flops or something more like that, rather than the tissue boxes.

RainMaker · 10-12-2009, 06:30 PM

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this before, but the new secretary Erin is the Blowjob Girl.

Philliesfan980 · 10-12-2009, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by brassmonkey32

The wedding entrance was funny.

Here is the original video on You tube that they got the idea from.

Ugh, let it die.

stevew · 10-13-2009, 02:45 AM

If I was in a wedding, and they wanted me to do that kind of dumb shit, I would return the gift I got them and not be friends anymore.

RedKingGold · 10-13-2009, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by RainMaker

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this before, but the new secretary Erin is the Blowjob Girl.

LOL, that's the first I've ever seen that. Hilarious.

RomaGoth · 10-13-2009, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by brassmonkey32

The wedding entrance was funny.

Here is the original video on You tube that they got the idea from.

I would think this is the type of stuff one would do at the reception. I found myself feeling very embarrassed for these people. Especially the old guy that danced like a chicken with a broken leg.

RomaGoth · 10-13-2009, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by RainMaker

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this before, but the new secretary Erin is the Blowjob Girl.

Pretty funny, but obviously staged. Of course, could just be two stupid people I suppose...

larrymcg421 · 10-13-2009, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by RomaGoth

Pretty funny, but obviously staged. Of course, could just be two stupid people I suppose...

I think that Superman movie is bogus, too. There's no way Christopher Reeve can fly.

10-08-2009, 11:03 PM	#53
Flasch186 Coordinator Join Date: May 2002 Location: Jacksonville, FL	the episode was just meh for me, and Michael not hooking up with meemaw was a travesty! __________________ Jacksonville-florida-homes-for-sale Putting a New Spin on Real Estate! ----------------------------------------------------------- Commissioner of the USFL USFL

10-08-2009, 11:12 PM	#54
GoldenEagle Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Little Rock, AR	My wife and I both thought it was one of the best episodes of The Office ever. __________________ Xbox 360 Gamer Tag: GoldenEagle014

10-08-2009, 11:12 PM	#55
RedKingGold College Starter Join Date: Oct 2002	Spoiler I think the Michael-Pam's Mom angle they're going for should be a solid one. I could just see the "I'm your daddy now" stuff to Jim and Pam as he tries to assert dominance over the dual-manager situation.

10-09-2009, 12:17 AM	#58
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	I thought it was excellent. Like RM said, I laughed out lout several times. I was kind of neutral on the "Dance Forever" entry until Kevin knocked stuff over and, as over the top as it was, Dwight kicking the bridesmaid (along w/ the sound it made) killed me. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

10-09-2009, 01:06 AM	#60
Tasan College Starter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Houston, or there about	This goes down as one of my favorite of the show. I watched the last 15 minutes over again. Great, great, great. __________________ 2011 Golden Scribes winner for best Interactive Dynasty

10-08-2009, 11:01 PM	#52
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	It was alright, nothing outstanding but not bad.

10-09-2009, 12:02 AM	#57
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	I loved how I was saying "really, you're just gonna rip off youtube like that?" and then they shoved it right back in my face.

10-09-2009, 12:42 AM	#59
RainMaker Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chicago, IL	It was the little stuff. - Kevin coming in wearing kleenex boxes as shoes and knocking over everything. - Creed stuffing his face as everyone is puking. - Kevin switching seats with Erin. - Dwight kicking the bridesmaid in the face. - Angela's comment about Pam and Jim treating the office like a 70's key party. The show is best when they don't go over the top with any of the characters. They didn't do that on this episode. My only wish was that they'd make Jim funny again.

10-09-2009, 10:39 AM	#64
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	yep, that was a terrific episode. __________________ Mile High Hockey

10-09-2009, 11:28 AM	#65
Tasan College Starter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Houston, or there about	I was actually thinking to myself as this episode finished "They should just call it quits now. This just would be an excellent end to the show." Of course, then we'd never get the payoff of Michael and Pam's mom, but we all know the "who's your daddy" jokes are going to get old quick. __________________ 2011 Golden Scribes winner for best Interactive Dynasty

10-09-2009, 04:28 PM	#66
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Amazon.com: The Mountain Men's Three Wolf Moon Short Sleeve Tee: Clothing Read the first review

10-09-2009, 11:13 PM	#68
Passacaglia Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Big Ten Country	Saw the episode tonight. Seriously, another dance montage? And people puking is supposed to be funny?

10-09-2009, 11:46 PM	#71
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	Kevin spilling the Pot of Chili Ia my favorite opening. But this was close.

10-10-2009, 12:47 PM	#74
lurker High School JV Join Date: May 2001	When did they decide to drop the whole idea of witticisms and make this show 90% physical comedy?

10-10-2009, 01:22 PM	#76
larrymcg421 Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Georgia	Err, am I the only one that watched Basketball, The Fight, The Injury, The Carpet, Gay Witch Hunt, Initiation, Phyllis' Wedding, Beach Games, etc.? Since when has physical comedy not been a big part of the show? As for witticisms - "Viagra Falls", Dwight "testing" Michael, Dwight talking to the kids about the "bad man", Oscar's reaction to dating Kevin, Meemaw thinking that Bruno is representative of the type of hotel theyre staying at, Jim talking about having a backup plan when he first saw the Youtube video, Jim's brothers asking Michael for a whoopee cushion and him having one. Shrug, I guess I watched a completely different episode than some people did. __________________ Top 10 Songs of the Year 1955-Present (1976 Added) Franchise Portfolio Draft Winner Fictional Character Draft Winner Television Family Draft Winner Build Your Own Hollywood Studio Draft Winner

10-10-2009, 01:43 PM	#78
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	I'm surprised more people didn't like this episode. I agree with the earlier post that it would have made a pretty satisfying series finale, w/ the dance scene giving everyone an opportunity to see all the characters and their personalities/stereotypes (Angela just walking down uncomfortable, Creed dancing wildly despite being an old man, Kevin being awkward, etc.) and the wedding giving Jim and Pam closure. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

10-10-2009, 02:53 PM	#79
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	Loved the episode. I wondered how they would make the wedding episode memorable considering Phyllis' wedding, Andy and Angela's build-up to a wedding, and all the other sitcom weddings and they surpassed my expectations. Great show and if they had ended the series on this episode, it would be perfect. That being said, I'm looking forward to seeing what they do next. I'm a sucker for video montages.

10-10-2009, 05:51 PM	#81
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	I loved it, bravo!

10-11-2009, 04:16 PM	#83
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	Issues are one thing, but having to burn someone's shoes as a "safety issue"? C'mon? When has that ever happened? And then wearing Kleneex's instead of, you know, buying new shoes... __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

10-11-2009, 10:45 PM	#86
johneh Mascot Join Date: Jul 2004	The mix tape that Dwight made for Michael was hilarious!

10-11-2009, 11:32 PM	#87
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	I just started watching the original British "The Office" tonight on Netflix. It is available to watch instantly and I caught the first episode, so far. The dialogue and storyline from the first episode was almost exactly the same as the American version. It should be interesting to compare them to one another -- early on, I like American Jim (Tim?) and Dwight (Gareth) better and British Michael (David Brent, I think?) and Pam (Dawn) better. It is pretty funny how similar they made Jim/Tim's appearance, though. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

10-12-2009, 12:28 PM	#89
Philliesfan980 Banned Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Exton, PA	I'm with some of the people who think the "dancing down the isle" wasn't funny at all. Then again, I'm one of the people who thought the original was lame in the first place. The quicker that little fad dies, the quicker. We don't need to encourage it NBC. As for the show itself, it's not as good as it used to be, but it's still entertaining. I haven't seen any previews for the upcoming episode (I'm assuming this week is new), but this would be a perfect opportunity for them to explore other characters as Jim and Pam are on their "honeymoon".

10-12-2009, 02:02 PM	#91
lurker High School JV Join Date: May 2001	Yeah, I get that that was supposed to be funny -- not worth the length of time showing the rest of the vomiting. The net effect was stupid, not clever.

10-12-2009, 05:33 PM	#93
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	Thinking it over, it would have been more funny and more realistic if Kevin had bought cheap flip-flops or something more like that, rather than the tissue boxes. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

10-12-2009, 06:30 PM	#94
RainMaker Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chicago, IL	Not sure if anyone has mentioned this before, but the new secretary Erin is the Blowjob Girl.

10-13-2009, 02:45 AM	#96
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	If I was in a wedding, and they wanted me to do that kind of dumb shit, I would return the gift I got them and not be friends anymore.

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