"The Dinner Party" is "The Office" at its best...shining the light of day on all that is excruciatingly uncomfortable but also funny about work and personal relationships. Quasi-spoiler warning: Two scenes from this episode come to mind - when Michael proudly shows off his new flat-screen TV to Jim and Pam, and when Jan starts dancing so sexily to the tape of music made for her by an ex-boyfriend. OMG, I laughed so hard during these scenes I thought I wet my pants. I think the reason I love "The Office" so much is that I have lived through much of what I see in these episodes. The rude, inappropriate behavior from bosses and managers; the weirdness of office romances; the uncomfortable parties at the boss's house...it all rings true to me. "The Dinner Part" seems to encapsulate much of this in one episode, and for that reason, it shall remain a favorite.
Review of Dinner Party
