Ep 7. Love, Maurice
- TVMA
- January 18, 2009
- 11 min
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7.4 (144)
Love is in the air in Robot Chicken season 4 episode 7, "Love, Maurice." The episode features an array of sketches that explore various aspects of relationships and love. From a parody of The Bachelor to a skit about a man trying to impress a woman with his knowledge of Star Wars, there is no shortage of humor and creativity in this episode.
One of the standout sketches in "Love, Maurice" features a man named Fran who creates a video message for his girlfriend, Tina. Fran uses his talents as a puppeteer to bring his message to life, manipulating a puppet named Maurice to tell Tina how much he loves her. However, things take a turn when Maurice becomes jealous of Tina and Fran's relationship and decides to take matters into his own hands.
Another sketch features a couple sitting down for a romantic dinner at a fancy restaurant. However, their evening takes a hilarious twist when the restaurant's robotic waiter malfunctions and begins offering them bizarre and inappropriate menu items.
The episode also includes a skit that parodies the classic film, The Graduate. In the sketch, a character named Benjamin is seduced by the much older Mrs. Robinson, but in this version, Mrs. Robinson is not a person, but a robot.
Other sketches in "Love, Maurice" explore topics such as the perils of long-distance relationships, the difficulties of finding the perfect gift for a significant other, and the challenges of online dating.
As always, the humor in Robot Chicken is sharp, irreverent, and often absurd. Whether you are a hopeless romantic or a cynic when it comes to love, there is something in this episode that will make you laugh. "Love, Maurice" is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who appreciates offbeat comedy.