It's No Office

Parks and recreation is nothing short of an Office rip-off, with a female character portraying Michael Scott. All the other characters are however there own unique selves. While watching this show it's difficult not to notice the fact that almost literally every gesture, phrase, or mishap the main character Leslie does is ridiculously identical to that of Michael, and that just isn't good. If she was funny however, it would be a different story. Amy Poehler just doesn't cut it for me. It's as of she's trying too hard, where as Steve Carell in The Office is naturally hysterical. I found myself laughing more and enjoying more of the other characters, for example Ann Perkins and Tom, they are actually genuinely pretty funny. Bottomline: If you enjoy "The Office" type shows, then give this show a whirl, just don't expect a whole lot, and give it a few episodes to sink in.

7.2/10