Chronicles of a Writer

The Office 6×14 ‘The Banker’

As the first "best of" episode for The Office, they've certainly earned quite a roster of hilarious, dysfunctional and touching moments to compile.  For the most part, 'The Banker' is nothing but a rehash of this show that I love. The Summary While I usually hate flashback episodes, this one was somewhat tolerable simply because of the nature of the show.  When you start to add up the Dwight moments, the Jim/Pam moments, the Creed moments, the sexual harassment moments and the general over...

The Television Christmas Greeting!

Despite a very chilly Christmas season, it warms my heart to see the television industry taking more risks than before.  Thanks to a tumultuous economy and the success of cable television, dark horse hitters like Glee and Modern Family have the chance to prosper under a climate that is still incredibly overly scrutinizing when it comes to ratings.  So, in addition to a very merry Christmas, I would like to instill some hearty laughter in your television holiday season as well. Yes, there are ...

The Office 6×13 ‘Secret Santa’

Despite Michael's horrible tact, 'Secret Santa' is both a comedic and moving episode for The Office. Lost in Translation Although it's hard to judge Erin and Andy's chemistry at this point, the way their mutual miscommunication stalls their relationship is frustrating, hilarious and in an odd way, adorable.  Andy and Erin emulate the roadblocks of Jim and Pam in the earlier seasons, but with a very refreshing and juvenile take on the dynamic.  Andy's big gestures have always been an admira...

The Office 6×12 ‘Scott’s Tots’

If there's ever been a premise to promise awkward moments, it's 'Scott's Tots', and the episode certainly delivers in that department.  Ah yes, there's nothing breaking the hopes and dreams of children to make The Office a hoot. The Promise While the storyline feels a bit out of nowhere, it does two thing I appreciate.  One, it puts Michael under the spotlight.  Michael's a man who yearns for the most positive aspects of life but often fails to deliver any happiness himself.  While the sta...

Going in the right way: why should writers write?

As a regular visitor of Professor Beej's blog, his latest post about writers really hit home for me.  I don't usually do this, but I'm going to start by citing an example from a fictitious television show.  It's not without purpose, I promise. Anybody a fan of The Office?  Of course you are, or if not, I highly recommend it. At the beginning of season 5, Pam spends 12 weeks in New York in order to take graphic design classes and see what New York has to offer for her passion.  After 12 wee...