Parks & Recreation: Season 4, Episode 5 “Meet n Greet” (B+)
It’s impressive that this show has managed to sustain Tom not working for the Parks department for several episodes now, and this installment encapsulates how he’s continuing, or rather failing, to stay afloat. Sponsoring a meet and greet for Leslie’s campaign makes perfect sense, and of course Tom would make it all about him by plastering his face and his company logo everywhere. The thought of a mobile hot tub was pretty ridiculous, and I enjoyed Leslie’s efforts to get him to listen to her by holding his head underwater. It’s sweet that he made her a tribute video that did her spirit justice, something about which she seemed a bit too enthusiastic. The party at Andy and April’s presented a few fun opportunities on a number of different fronts. Chris’ PDA with Millicent in front of Jerry continues to be horrifically awkward but still mildly amusing. April turning Jerry’s Mr. Potato Head smile upside down was one of the episode’s most smile-inducing moments. Andy putting pacifist Ben into a headlock to determine what was wrong enabled them to bond a little, even if nothing will really end up changing. What was most wonderful about this episode was Ann’s success, however unintentional, at bonding with Ron, when she was chosen for her small hands by the gruff handyman. They make an odd pair, but there’s no denying that they’re a great team, with Ron even able to tolerate Ann spouting off gibberish about pipes because it’s a blast while they’re working together to fix things.
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