Community, “Cooperative Escapism in Familial Relations”
Fans of genius/monster Dan Harmon’s cult classic Community were clamoring for two things: more paintball episodes, and a satisfying reveal of Jeff Winger’s estranged father. But in season four, produced without the involvement of Harmon, we finally met Mr. Winger… and it stunk. With a sleepwalking performance from James Brolin (and an overly manic performance from Adam Devine as Winger’s half-brother), the episode rushes through what should be a series of important moments with no nuance, pathos, or understandable comedy. It’s garish.