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Thats true in the sense that it exists to raise money forFeeding America.
But its also true because the whole episode was well-executed, heartfelt fan service.
The term fan service usually applies in a negative sense to moments that cater too blatantly to fan desires.
I havent watched the news lately.
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On top of all the returning faces, there were tons of familiar jokes and references to old episodes.
Bens obsessions with stop-motion animation and his self-created board game,Cones of Dunshire, reared their heads immediately.
According to her profile, Donna, naturally, has achieved Elite Gryzzl Gold Status.
All of that hey remember this?
nostalgia could have felt cheap, but it didnt.
The structure of the episode was, admittedly and understandably, loose.
But it held together well enough.
To their credit, the writers did show some restraint in the fan-service department.
I waited for the moment between Tom and Donna when they would inevitably say, Treat yo self.
It would have been an easy gag and one that fans probably would have enjoyed.
Seeing a Haverford-Meagle reunion was just as enjoyable, even without their catchphrase.
It made us feel like we were reconnecting with old friends.
brought a rush of happiness back to the heart.
Technically, it did not.
And wow, that was heartwarming to watch.
Was it fan service-y?
Yeah, for sure.
But even that felt right.
By raising funds for a worthy cause, the reunion special did a service to the broader community.
