[7.4/10] So I have to admit, at a time when the #MeToo movement has changed how we look at the treatment of women in the media, it’s uncomfortable, at best, to see an episode that has multiple performers on the show touching Eliza Dushku and which prominently features T.J. Miller right now.
That said, this is one of the better written and better performed episodes. Again, the bit with Eliza Dushku as Kevin’s krav maga instructor is uncomfortable at times, but Dushku’s a pro and Kevin’s awkward reactions to her instruction were some good physical comedy. Plus, Jenny’s incredulous reaction to his “confession” about Dushku flirting with him was amusing. I also really enjoyed Ruxin joining a cult for the fantasy football tips, and then relenting at the last minute when he decides The League is more important than the cult.
The rest of the episode is fun too. Jenny’s diabolical plan to get running backs from Andre by knowing he’d blab about a non-secret and then ask for forgiveness is amusingly Machiavellian. And Taco’s “neck-flix” service is a good dose of the character’s usual lunacy.
Overall, this episode comes at a moment that makes it a little off for 2018, and yet the nuts and bolts of the episode are above the show’s usual standard. Hard one to know how to react to.
Shout by TheLazyReviewerBlockedParent2023-11-13T08:31:59Z
Really good episode. Jenny is one of the better women characters in modern sitcoms. This was probably Taco's best episode. And Kevin / Ruxin / Andre all had great arcs.
Some phenomenal guest stars here. Eliza Dushku still looks amazing and a Thomas Middleditch appearance is always warranted.