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First off, I'm a huge Office fan already, having watched every episode at least three times, so I was already familiar with the show prior to buying it. The cast is all great and does an excellent job presenting themselves as believable characters you would expect to see in a real office environment. The only reason I'm not giving this product a five star rating is because it is such a short season. For fans who are already very familiar with the show, I would recommend getting the other seasons before buying this one simply because you will be paying the same price for a greater amount of content.
Season One of NBC's The Office contains only six episodes, but succeeds in setting the tone for what I consider to be the best show on TV today. The first season introduces the characters of Michael Scott, Dwight Schrute, Jim Halpert, and Pam Beasley, some of the best characters ever to appear on sitcom television. Based on the original British version, The Office's dry comedy and slow tempo may not appeal to the typical American viewer. However, the show's writing is clever and subtle and not easily discernible by those who aren't looking for it. Season One, while it only contains six episodes instead of the customary 22-24, is not lacking in hilarity. In the pilot, boss Michael Scott (Steve Carell) decides to play a joke on his secretary Pam for the enjoyment of the new temp, Ryan. Attempting to get a good laugh out of pretending to fire Pam, Michael instead makes Pam cry and leave the room, leaving Michael and Ryan sitting together uncomfortably. There's an awkwardness in The Office that no other shows contain, but it only adds to the show's comedic genius. In another episode, The Hot Girl, Michael's insensitivity and his hatred of Toby (the office's human resources guy) are brought to the forefront. When the attractive Katie visits the office to sell purses and handbags, Michael takes it upon himself to show her around the office. When she starts to hit it off with Toby, Michael instantly blurts out that Toby has recently divorced and that it was really messy. Another incredibly awkward moment ensues when Katie leaves and Michael and Toby are left facing one another. The show is littered with moments like these as well as others that make it such a great show. This is my favorite show on television and the first season, as well as the second and third, are very much worth owning.Read full review
Having been away from television viewing for many years, I was remembering what, in my opinion, were the exceptional situation comedy shows. Examples to me are Taxi, Frazier, Seinfeld. The Office took a few episodes to "grow" on me. During the first six episodes, it has. Consequently I haver purchased more dvds pf it.,
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OK, I was a bit concerned when I first learned that an American version of "The Office" was on the way. As a huge fan of the original British series I was very skeptical of this "intruder". However, I started to feel a bit better when I found out that Steve Carell (The 40-Year Old Virgin, The Daily Show) would play the lead. After the first episode finally aired on NBC I was still concerned since it was pretty much an exact clone of the British series but just not as good. However, by episode 2 the series began developing its own identity and I have been a fan ever since. <p>I won't go into too much detail and ruin anything, but I would like to point out that Steve Carell is brilliant in the lead role and the supporting players are superb. The shows are well written and there are plenty of "Did they really just say that?" moments. Without hesitation I can comfortably recommend this wonderful series to all!Read full review
Based on the hit BBC sitcom, The Office: Season 1 is the Americanized version of this hysterical sarcastic and funny mockumentary of working life. Steve Carrell wonderfully plays Michael Scot – the idiotic simpleton manager who controls a less-than-stellar group of analysts. Carrell considers himself a masterful academic and manager – and that’s half the fun of it. The other half? The show is shot as a “mockumentary” (think Best in Show, Waiting for Guffman, the BBC Office series, etc) and is part from Correll’s point of view and part from the employees’ point of view. If you’ve worked in a cubicle – you will somehow relate to the antics and relationships forged in this show. If you enjoyed “Office Space” – this is the sitcom version – but somehow more sadistic and satirical. If you like the “Meet the Family” make-you-feel-uncomfortable humor, this show thrives on it. If you like Steve Correll, The Daily Show, or The 40 Year Old Virgin, you’ll love The Office. And like Arrested Development, The Office takes a little patience and getting used to. Its very different than the traditional Friends sitcoms – it truly strange and that’s part of the fun. So watch a couple episodes, get into the series and you’ll be hooked! Other recommendations: * Arrested Development * The Office BBC * The Daily Show * The 40 Year Old Virgin * Best in Show * This is Spinal Tap * Dilbert (animated cartoon) * Waiting for Guffman * Meet the Family * Meet the FaukersRead full review
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