Lead Blog Response 10/12

THE OFFICE IS MY FAVORITE SHOW OF ALL TIME! This is such a funny scene too! I really enjoyed how you were able to dissect the episode using the theories we already know. I agree with your statements about the presence of the superiority theory but I most certainly thing the the incongruity theory is the theory most used. From the impromptu singing of the BeGees to Dwight showing off his concealed hunting knife, the incongruity theory is everywhere. The Office uses a unique mix of the incongruity theory as well as the superiority theory. It allows viewers to, once they get into the style of humor, dive into the comedy found in the shocking awkwardness of the show. The relief theory is an underlying presence in The Office because in all of the situations The Office presents, we can relate to the uncomfortable feelings and are able to laugh at the tension. My favorite part of this scene is when Dwight rips off the dummy's face with his knife because (1) why did he feel the need to harvest the organs of the dummy and (2) I don't think that when organs are harvested, the surgeons cut off the persons face. It's just an all around shocking scene that appeals to the awkward tensions found in the workplace.