Chronicles of a Writer

Parks and Recreation 2×11 ‘Tom’s Divorce’

It's been some time since I've taken a serious glance at Parks and Recreation.  However, it is not by any means due to a decline in quality.  As 'Tom's Divorce' indicates, the show has found a comfortable place between pleasantry and idiocy. Feeling the Feelings Despite my adulation for mockumentary style sitcoms, it can be difficult to make those comedic characters go through emotional development.  While there's no Jim and Pam on this show, Tom's recent separation from his green card wif...

Parks and Recreation 2×09 ‘The Camel’

While it's not laugh-out-loud funny, Parks and Recreation has really been pleasing my comedic palette as of late.  'The Camel' is no different. The Quirk of the Camel By now, all the members of the parks department have developed a personality that is recognizable and unique.  Despite Amy Poehler's great comedic timing, having other interesting actors to play off of aides the show a great deal.  In short, the episode celebrates the differences of everyone in the show. Ron F*#king Swanso...

Parks and Recreation 2×08 ‘Ron and Tammy’

After seeing Megan Mullally in so many guest starring roles, it's almost a cathartic reassurance to see her in the gradually improving Parks and Recreation in the latest episode, 'Ron and Tammy'.  Even better, Mullally plays Ron Swonson's ex-wife, Tammy.  A bit of trivia?  Actor Nick Offerman is married to Mullally in real life.  Yes, it plays with your head. Comedian Playground What makes the show likeable is that much like 30 Rock, it's a playground for masters of comedy.  She's no Tina ...