A shocking secret about Principle Skinner's past is revealed to Springfield.
This is a strong episode with decent humour and character moments.
The plot regarding Skinner's identity is quite off the wall, but for me it works and sets up more funny moments involving the fickle residents of Springfield. I particularly enjoyed the scenes involving Agnes Skinner, who has all the best lines brilliantly delivered by Tress MacNeille. I love the opening sequence of Skinner nerdishly checking that nothing is out of place as he inspects the school. Martin Sheen also has a memorable cameo with some great lines.
I appreciate this is a divisive episode due to the characterisation, but personally I've never taken continuity in a satirical, animated sitcom particularly seriously. The episode even humorously references it's own implausibility near the end when the judge appears. For me The Simpsons is all about the humour, social commentary and fun.
This is a strong episode with decent humour and character moments.
The plot regarding Skinner's identity is quite off the wall, but for me it works and sets up more funny moments involving the fickle residents of Springfield. I particularly enjoyed the scenes involving Agnes Skinner, who has all the best lines brilliantly delivered by Tress MacNeille. I love the opening sequence of Skinner nerdishly checking that nothing is out of place as he inspects the school. Martin Sheen also has a memorable cameo with some great lines.
I appreciate this is a divisive episode due to the characterisation, but personally I've never taken continuity in a satirical, animated sitcom particularly seriously. The episode even humorously references it's own implausibility near the end when the judge appears. For me The Simpsons is all about the humour, social commentary and fun.