Conan Season 2 Episode 31 The Mime Whisperer
- January 12, 2012
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8.0 (17)
Conan season 2 episode 31 entitled "The Mime Whisperer" is a hilarious episode that showcases the comedic talents of host Conan O'Brien as he investigates the hidden world of mimes. Conan begins the episode by acknowledging that mimes are often seen as a joke or a source of ridicule, but he wants to explore the art form and give it the respect he believes it deserves.
The episode begins with Conan meeting with a group of mimes who call themselves the "Silent Knights." Conan is skeptical at first but, as the mimes begin to perform, he is quickly won over by their talents. The Silent Knights put on a show that involves a variety of skits, including an imaginary game of tennis and a simulated car chase. Conan is impressed with their ability to convey complex emotions and storylines without the use of words.
Conan then meets with a mime teacher named Francois, who claims to be able to teach anyone how to become a successful mime. Conan is initially skeptical of Francois' claims, but agrees to take his class. The class involves a series of exercises aimed at helping students to improve their basic mime skills, such as miming an invisible wall or a set of stairs. Conan struggles with some of the exercises but eventually starts to get the hang of it, much to his surprise.
The episode then takes a turn when Conan is visited by a man named Denny who claims to be a "mime whisperer." According to Denny, he has a special talent for communicating with mimes and has developed a method for unlocking their true potential. Conan is skeptical of Denny's claims but decides to give him a chance to prove himself.
Denny takes Conan to a park where they meet a group of mimes who are rehearsing for an upcoming performance. Denny starts to communicate with the mimes in hushed tones, and Conan can see that something is happening. As Denny continues to work with the mimes, they begin to perform with a newfound energy and enthusiasm. Conan is impressed by the transformation and starts to believe that Denny might be onto something.
The episode concludes with Conan attending the Silent Knights' performance at a local theater. The show includes a variety of skits that are both hilarious and touching, and Conan is amazed by the Silent Knights' talent and creativity. At the end of the show, Conan takes the stage and delivers a heartfelt speech about the importance of honoring the art of mime and respecting the hard work that goes into it.
Overall, "The Mime Whisperer" is a fun and light-hearted episode that showcases Conan O'Brien's comedic talents and willingness to explore new topics. The episode is full of laughs and surprises, and viewers are sure to be entertained by Conan's antics and the talented mimes he encounters along the way.