New Girl: Season 3, Episode 21 “Big News” (C+)
As much as it was a concern for these two fictitious characters to eventually break up since they were roommates already, it’s equally problematic for the show that surrounds them to deal with such an event. It was weeks ago that the episode aired which featured the fight which caused such catastrophe, and whose result had to be confirmed by a few clear notes written by Nick on his own hand. Having them try to pretend to be okay with things while each of their friends secretly found out wasn’t all that entertaining, and I don’t know where things go from here. I enjoyed the fact that Nick’s confusion of “Dirty Dancing” and “Ghost” and his incorrect terms like “shell beavers” were revealed as part of their fighting, but I don’t see it going anywhere worthwhile. Nick comforting Jess as a roommate is awkward, and it’s just not sustainable. Winston getting into the police academy was an unusually forward-moving development for his character, and his brief reign on the throne during his honey roast was a rare moment of full-on glee for him. Cece attempting to do something intellectual with her life is interesting, and I like that Schmidt wants to tutor her and help her achieve something there, even if he claims that his interest is purely educational. As season three finishes over the next few weeks, I’d love to see some strong sign of what’s ahead for season four and the ways in which this show can once again be a hilarious, must-see comedy.
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