As sitcoms go, "Parks and Recreation" is certainly on the more refreshing side of things. Incidentally, I was drawn to this show when "The Office" took a dive, and I haven't looked back. It's a great staging area for mocking the Midwest (I like living here, but it's deserved), and even still, the producers seem to have an affinity for small-town American . . . so it all evens out in the end.
But at its (oversized) heart, this is a show where everybody pulls together to fix a problem - and when that's centered on government, sentimentality or no, that's an angle we should all be able to get behind. It's just so damn optimistic, and that can-do attitude is personified by Amy Poehler. A more likable character (or actress) you'll be hard-pressed to come by.
Also, Ron Swanson, who's probably the best sitcom character we've seen in decades.
9/10
But at its (oversized) heart, this is a show where everybody pulls together to fix a problem - and when that's centered on government, sentimentality or no, that's an angle we should all be able to get behind. It's just so damn optimistic, and that can-do attitude is personified by Amy Poehler. A more likable character (or actress) you'll be hard-pressed to come by.
Also, Ron Swanson, who's probably the best sitcom character we've seen in decades.
9/10