And finally something that came to mind while watching the pilot was how it and most of the early episodes flowed pretty seamlessly. Lately it has seemed like the producers are trying to squeeze in as much as they can of the McKinley students, as well as Kurt and Blaine over at Dalton Academy. I use the Super Bowl episode as an example of packing way too much into an episode. There was a whole lot going on, and the performance portion at Dalton during that particular episode came kind of out of nowhere, as it kicked off as the show returned from commercial break. As much as I love scenes from Dalton, I think that scenes that are out of context should be saved for an episode where they can be highlighted and not come off as an afterthought.
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Jumping over to the season’s most recent episode “Blame It on the Alcohol,” it was like Ryan Murphy had been swimming laps in my brain, because this was probably the one episode from this season that resembled episode structure from season one. I’m telling you, this episode was like a thing of beauty as far as I am concerned.
When Rachel started singing to Finn sans pre-recorded vocals, my jaw dropped. Could it be that Glee was slowly, but surely making baby steps back to the show that we all fell in love with?
The secondary storylines of the “Rachel Berry house party train wreck extravaganza” Will’s wild night out with Coach Beiste, and Sue Sylvester going out of her way to be mean tied perfectly into the main storyline of it being “Alcohol Awareness Week” at McKinley. Kurt and Blaine’s storyline, which began at Rachel’s party and ended in their beloved coffee shop was placed fairly seamlessly into the episode. Plus, the scene with Kurt and his dad must be the start of another storyline for an upcoming episode, and I thought that the show did a nice job setting that up.
The episode also brought talking about uncomfortable topics back to the forefront. Underage drinking is an important topic, which I can imagine parents don’t have an easy time approaching with their kids. “Just Say No,” isn’t a realistic stance in popular culture today. I think having the glee club sign an accountability clause with Mr. Schuester was a smart way to go as being their mentor and educator.
Article comments
1 - lyean
I agree that Glee should show more on the rehearsals especially now that Regionals is just weeks from now. T
2 - Nancy
Groff IS coming back. Supposed to, anyway. I liked him from the first time he opened his mouth. Jonathan has a gorgeous voice. With Sunshine on the books, would think VD will step into Regionals one way or the other.
3 - Kirsten Coachman
I did just read something this week about Groff possibly coming back, but nothing is planned yet. I thought he was so great during season one.
From what I've heard about the Regionals episode, I don't know about Vocal Adrenaline's participation in it. But Charice is supposed to be in the next episode, I believe.
4 - glee
yeah I agree with this blog, season 1 had so much script and story lines and songs revolved around the story, but this season it seems as though they make the songs revolve around the story lines making it lack the special vibe season 1 had, its like they want to play every style of song. I wish Ryan would watch season avian and repeat it's success which is why we loved it, I also hope that this season does not have 16 episodes only that is weird. I really would hate to watch Glee without this cast I love them so much they all have a good chemistry, I heard they might change the cast when they graduate. I'm watching know but as soon as they replace them I will give up on the show.
5 - Gleek
I agree the idea that Glee has lost some of the mystique from the first season, but you have to remember that is almost any good TV series or film. The best part is usually getting to know these people and falling in love with them and stories, but that honeymoon phase doesn't last forever. Eventually you're going to have to find new and exciting, but meaningful way of carrying on. The Glee club has already proven it's legitimacy by being consistent in competition so Will doesn't really have to worry about the club anymore, but how to build on that success and that opens the doors for more story lines now that they don't have to worry about being disbanded. I don't know you kind of have to take it as it is, but just watch in season 3, 4 or beyond we will be reminiscing about how great season 2 was. It's just how the evolution and cycle of shows and its fans go through.