The Post-Modern Nature of Arrested Development's Final Episodes

Arrested Development was always a brilliant show with a dedicated following. The long-running gags, fourth-wall break-downs, and unforgettable characters make Netflix's decision to bring it back for a final season extremely satisfying for fans.

What is interesting, and somewhat Post-Modern about this final season is that each episode is self-contained, but contains minor references to other episodes - just not like you would find in a television series. This allows one to watch the episodes in the order presented, which gives one set of experiences, including beginnings and endings. Alternatively, one can watch the episodes out of order, following characters and minor plot lines wherever they go. This leads to a different set of beginnings and endings for the viewer.

Happy Viewing in whichever order you choose!

The Pussy Conundrum on Arrested Development

Arrested Development featured an interesting voiceover commentary on the word "pussy" and the contexts in which it can be discussed on tv. In England pussy is just shorthand for "pussycat," and thus a harmless word, whereas here it is considered a vulgar euphemism in American. Later on the narrator, as he often does, goes all post-modern by self-referentially noting it was shame that they had to bleep the word out when used in its proper English context.