The Clarence thread

[mr3urious]

It was really fun seeing the kids partner up with others to grow plants as part of a school project. I liked how Chad was revealed to have some horticulture skills and fixed up Clarence & Sumo's broken plant with a straw cast. And Kimby even got some extra screen time, with her love of werewolves getting called back on, too. Jeff even showed us his lack of self control when he took advantage of Belson to buy a bunch of Robofrog toys.

 

[Drtooth]

While I'd usually have commented on the fact they had two "school project" episodes back to back, I like how they made them both thematically different. The rocket building episode was all about Sumo's rivalry with Belson and his determination to stay out of summer school when Belson can just buy his way out of it. This one was more about character dynamics and relationships. Loved Sumo and Clarence being like two young parents that can't agree on how to raise their kid. Also liked how Belson throwing money around came off and played out differently. And other than the fact that Belson rightfully claimed the Robo-frog toys Jeff bought, he just didn't give a crap. Also a great chance for some minor characters to interact with other minor characters.

 

[Pig'sSaysAdios]

I'm sure you guys have seen the Clarence Wiki. It has some pretty sucky admins. Anybody want to help me make the wiki better?
http://clarence.wikia.com/wiki/Clarence_Wiki

 

[Drtooth]

I didn't even know this short existed...

Boy, Clarence does have some issues with Belson, doesn't he?

 

[mr3urious]

Boy, and I thought John Malkovich seeing himself everywhere was horrifying.

 

[Drtooth]

Slightly more disturbing when you realize that everything that Clarence turned to Belson flat out insults him. Especially when he microwaves the Belson-mallows and Graham Belsons who chide him for forgetting the chocolate.

Those are some very complicated feelings, considering Belson always insults him, but Clarence still considers him a friend.

 

[C to the J]

Starting tomorrow, we're getting new episodes on weekdays!

 

[Drtooth]

About darn time they start to air new Clarence episodes.

One of Jeff's mothers decides to get a worm bin to make compost for the garden, and of course Jeff wants none of it. Of course, Sumo and Clarence make a mess out of everything. Nice to see an episode about Jeff and one of his mothers.

 

[Mr Snrub]

We're getting almost three weeks of new Clarence!

Spoiler

Tuesday, Nov. 1: “Worm Bin” – After his mom gets a worm bin, Jeff deals with the gross reality that he has a tub of bugs living in his kitchen, and Clarence obsesses over feeding the worms.

Wednesday, Nov. 2: “Clarence & Sumo’s Rexcellent Adventure” – On a school trip to the Aberdale Natural History Museum, Clarence and Sumo check out the displays, goof around with the exhibits and even remove a tooth from the T-Rex display.

Thursday, Nov. 3: “Birthday” – Jeff and Sumo expect no one to show at Clarence’s birthday party, just like last year. When dozens of kids arrive, the boys struggle to get face time with Clarence, the popular party host.

Friday, Nov. 4: “Tree of Life” – Clarence, Jeff and Sumo make it their mission to climb a really tall tree before it’s set to be chopped down. As they scale higher and higher their reality begins to slip away.

Monday, Nov. 14: “Capture the Flag” – Water balloon fights, warring factions and the risk of jail time, everything is on the line when Clarence and friends play the biggest game of capture the flag yet! Everyone wants to take home the crown, and the power to control the neighborhood’s juice boxes.

Tuesday, Nov. 15: “Cloris” – When Clarence befriends an aging woman at the local retirement home, he’s determined to remind her of her old self in order to convert the grumpy granny to his fun loving ways.

Wednesday, Nov. 16: “Fishing Trip” – Mel learns that Chad has never taken Clarence fishing, a tradition he sees as a rite of passage, and decides to remedy this with a bonding trip for all the boys! Split into two groups, Mel and Clarence learn a bit about each other while Chad struggles with the ins and outs of fishing.

Thursday, Nov. 17: “Belson’s Backpack” – After an accidental backpack swap, Clarence discovers that Belson is hiding an artistic side and attempts to foster Belson’s creativity.

Friday, Nov. 18: “Motel” – Following an insect mishap, Clarence’s house needs to be fumigated forcing Mary, Chad, and Clarence into a motel. In the meantime, Clarence and Chad learn a bit about responsibility while Mary contemplates a life of letting go.

Monday, Nov. 28: “Pizza Hero” – It’s the end of the school year, and as is tradition at Aberdale Elementary, Papa Marianio is slated to dish out his famous pizza along with a song and dance spectacle. As the kids wait in excitement, they share memories about times with Papa.

Tuesday, Nov. 29: “Sumo Goes West” – Clarence learns his best friend Sumo may transfer to another school! It’s up to Clarence to protest, petition and rally to convince everyone to let Sumo stay – or face losing his closest school pal!

Wednesday, Nov. 30: “Clarence for President” – It’s school election time at Aberdale Elementary, and Jeff is once again determined to become Class President. However, like previous years, he’s unsuccessful in connecting with other kids – that is until he sees a shoe-in puppet President – the lovable Clarence!

 

[mr3urious]

About darn time they start to air new Clarence episodes.

One of Jeff's mothers decides to get a worm bin to make compost for the garden, and of course Jeff wants none of it. Of course, Sumo and Clarence make a mess out of everything. Nice to see an episode about Jeff and one of his mothers.

Also love the gross-up close-up of the Twizzler he thought was a worm. Very Ren & Stimpy-esque.