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Summary: We've all worked in a place like this...
Review: This is easily on of the best television comedies in the history of television.You constantly laugh at David Brent trying to be the boss, be liked at the same time, and failing miserably at both. HIGHLY recommended.
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Summary: I haven't laughed this hard in SOOOO long
Review: My BIL just returned from a 2-year stint in England and he brought this DVD with him. I sat down to watch this and didn't get up until I had watched the whole thing. I was laughing so hard that I was sore the next day. I'm a big fan of the Office Space movie, but this takes the office experience to a whole new level. Basically, this is a show of office workers doing boring, tedious work. The boss, David, thinks everyone is SO happy, because he's such a hoopy guy. In fact, the entire office is obviously miserable BECAUSE the boss is so out of touch. A great show. A must see.
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Summary: The best show since Larry Sanders.
Review: I have been watching BBCAmerica for over three years. I've seen alot of great shows over a course of three years (ex: Father Ted, Coupling, Red Dwarf)and I've never seen a show as smart and clever since "The Larry Sanders Show". The characters actually make your stomach turn. I showed this show to my family, and they couldn't watch. Everybody said the boss reminded them of a boss they once had. My grandmother said "Gareth (He looks like a deformed David Spade)is an ugly bastard". She left the room because she couldn't stand him. I always say if a show can make you feel something it's great. This show's a modern classic. The best shows are Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Larry Sanders Show, and now I'm proud to say "The Office". Buy the DVD! You won't regret it. It's better [than"Friends"] (Any television show is better than that show). British shows are much better than American shows. There smarter and edgier. The Office doesn't have a laugh track so that might make simple minded people upset. Some shows with laugh tracks force you to laugh (Friends). This show doesn't. This is like if you really stepped into an Office and saw all these strange and interesting people. I love the show because it reminds me of the sleazebag teachers at my school. This show is great because a regular working class person can relate with these characters. Shows like Coupling, (Which is a great show so I advise everybody to watch it. It's lightyears ahead of that show Friends) you can't relate with the characters. There all very good looking people with minor idiosyncrasies that get blown way out of proportion. That's not real life. Real life is harsh and mean. People working at a dead end job will love this devine comedy that's not really about an office, but life in general. The office really is a state of mind where you feel stupid and lonely (Tim) while stupid people rule everthing (Daivd Brent). I give this show which, I call the one of the greatest comedy's of all time a five out of five! Watch it you won't regret it.
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Summary: The Office - The Complete First Series DVD
Review: If you have already seen the series on BBC America then no introduction is neccessary. If not then all you need to know that this is modern day british classic comedy at its finest. If youve ever worked in an office then you will know just how real and cringe worthy David Brent is as the Slough branch boss - In his words he's a 'chilled out entertainer' but in everyone elses he's a grade one fool! Support comes from his spindly sidekick Gareth Keenan who says he's in the Territorial Army. One of the hightlights is at the in house training day where David takes over, goes home to get his guitar and plays an impromptu gig for the office...It has to be seen to be believed! Ricky Gervais is a one man Monty Python. This show is a one off.
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Summary: the best bleeping show around
Review: The Office blows every other comedy out of the water in my book. It makes you realize what real comedy was meant to be. I don't normally write comments on here, but this is such an incredibly well-written, well-acted, fantastic show, I want to encourage as many people as possible to laugh their [butt] off. Just check out the DVD, see what we're all talking about and see whether or not you agree. Soon enough you'll be on here writing glorious reviews yourself!
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Summary: Sharp Witted, Cutting Edge Humour
Review: For anyone who enjoys sarcastic, tongue-in-cheek humour, for anyone who daily works in an office, experiencing both the best and worst of human behaviour, Ricky Gervais's 'The Office' is bound to appeal. This series introduces us to a faux-reality genre, and once grasped , the viewer can sit back and get to know David Brent , the office manager who will make your skin crawl, your teeth itch and your own office manager seem like a dream. Gervais has created a character so utterly despisable and annoying that you feel compelled to watch him out of morbid facination. Brent is joined in the office by pendantic, paranoid and pathetic Gareth ( played brilliantly by Mackenzie Cook). Afflicted with the notion of being an ex-highly trained combat soldier , Gareth is a wealth of useless information and is desperate to assert himself as assistant to the manager. For me, this character completely steals the show and his witty , 'deep' asides to the camera , facial expressions and ridiculous hair-style leave you almost WANTING him to apply for the next vacancy in your OWN workplace. Gareth's office buddy is the likeable, Tim ( Martin Freeman), who appears to be the only 'normal' character. Tim & Gareth's quick, sharp banter displays some of the best comedy writing I have seen for a long time. The long-suffering and good natured Tim endures the office environment only by pursuing his crush on receptionist Dawn ( Lucy Davis ) who is constantly beseiged by the inappropriate behaviour of David Brent. 'The Office' is so cleverly written , perfectly cast and well acted , that at first it really seems to be reality TV. It pokes fun at the boundries and 'rules' set in modern offices. You'll no doubt recognise more than a few of your colleages amongst the characters! I so enjoyed watching this series on a hired video , that I went out and bought it for myself on DVD. Each time I watch the episodes, I find myself noticing more humour hidden in fast one-liners and clever acting. I'm already looking forward to the second series being released. Ricky Gervais should be commended for writing and producing such a refreshing ,clever and addictive show , that leaves you grinning to yourself for weeks after viewing.
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Summary: Quoteable
Review: Recommended if you like: Spinal Tap, Waiting for Guffman, A Mighty Wind, Monty Python. My wife & I have watched all 6 episodes of the first season so many times (thanks to TiVo). I have saved them to VCR, but will, without question, buy the DVD when it's released. This is one of those shows/movies where you will find a quote for many situtions. So if you haven't seen it, you will be on the outside when someone sings "Free love on the free love freeway. The love is free and the freeway is long." I'm laughing in my cube right now.
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Summary: Brilliance
Review: This is one of the funniest television series (if not THE ONE) that I have ever seen... Sometimes I laugh until my sides hurt, I can no longer breathe, and I have to have my parents shoot bear tranquilizers at me so I calm down. Gareth (Mackenzie Crook) is one of my favorite actors, and he and the cast really bring these characters to life in this awesome mockumentry of office life... The situations are wacky, but in a way that you feel that it could happen to your school or workplace. I love this series and it's always good for a laugh. I've seen it so many frikkin' times, my mom gets frustrated when she sees their face on the screen... but the laughs never wear out. 5 stars out of 5!
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Summary: The best show on TV that the American's will steal & mess up
Review: The absolute wit of this series should say it all. Our friends across the pond have done it again with The Office. As Americans, we own a lot to the English television, and I'm not just talking about Benny Hill and Monty Python. They have brought us such gems as The Royle Family, Father Ted, Coupling, and countless others, but The Office hits home. Anyone who has enjoyed the great film Office Space will love this program mainly because you know these people, they are the same people in your office with the same problems and attitudes. The only sad part is that since it is a hit, some American network will try to re-tool it (dumb it down) to fit what they think Americans will watch. Look at what they did to Coupling! So hurry and buy this series and then buy the 2nd when is do out. Never take my word for it. How do you know if I have even seen it?
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Summary: Tears of laughter... and embarrassment!
Review: This award-winning series was first shown in the UK 2 years ago (there has since been a second series), and swiftly became THE show to talk about around the watercooler. It is probably the funniest British TV comedy since Fawlty Towers, and certainly since Blackadder.
The trick is that at first you believe it is a reality TV-show (handheld cameras, speaking directly to camera, etc) which works wonderfully well. Once you have got used to this, the laughter comes thick and fast. However, its ability to make you absolutely squirm with embarrassment (even more than Fawlty Towers)is also a major highlight.
I urge you to watch this. Have some friends over and just treat yourself to the funniest show for a long time. By the way, the only reason I didn't rate this 5 stars is because the second series is even funnier!!
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