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American dad roger country song12/18/2023 ![]() ![]() Klaus is so often the subject of mockery and yet this bizarre project of his is discussed with utter sincerity. This C-story is completely unnecessary, but it’s treated with such earnestness that it becomes a surprise highlight to the episode. “Jambalaya” needs to find some reason for Klaus to be occupied so that he doesn’t join Francine and company for their jambalaya journey, but it’s hysterical that the solution is that he’s behind schedule on a John Cena screenplay. The specifics of this development aren’t anything special by American Dad’s standards, but it’s Francine’s vengeful glee and Roger’s consistent bewilderment that makes this final act betrayal a success. That being said, the turn in the final act wherein Francine gives Roger a taste of his own jambalaya, so to speak, does elevate all of this to a satisfying boil. It’s nothing that American Dad hasn’t done before, and albeit slightly better, even if there are still some cute elements to it all, like Julius, the alligator and namesake of Roger’s impromptu restaurant. Yes, the specifics of Julius’ Bayou Bistro are unique, but Francine spends most of the episode arguing with Roger and barely manages to get a word in while he just doubles- and triples-down on his fever dream jambalaya fantasy. ”Jambalaya” isn’t necessarily unsuccessful, but it’s just such by-the-numbers Roger dominance that there’s nothing that comes as too big of a surprise here. It’s appreciated that “Jambalaya” exhibits some restraint in this department and moves rather quickly through this heightened ‘80s flashback sequence. On that note, this blind bayou jambalaya origin story is so ridiculous and it could have sustained the majority of the episode. It’s not long until Francine’s gardening accomplishments are reduced to the literal ingredients for Roger’s authentic Louisiana jambalaya redemption. Francine’s desire to take up gardening is hardly revelatory behavior, but there are disastrous consequences once this new passion collides with an unfulfilled need in Roger. You know how it is…Īny time that Francine develops a new passion in American Dad it’s usually cause for some exciting developments that briefly change the Smith family’s entire ecosystem. ![]() Oh, and Klaus is really worried about making his deadline for his latest John Cena screenplay. However, this parasocial love risks turning into abuse. Each successful step that Roger takes comes at the expense of Francine’s original goal.įrancine and Roger find themselves increasingly at odds, but Stan and Hayley commiserate over their shared love for a social media nobody. Francine’s gardening skills quickly take a backseat to Roger’s invasive efforts to not just unveil his legendary jambalaya recipe, but to make it the signature dish at a new restaurant. Francine’s innocent interest to grow her green thumb inadvertently puts her on a collision course with Roger and one of his more eccentric culinary pursuits. ![]()
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