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07-26-2022, 08:22 PM
https://www.looper.com/940608/parks-and-recreation-fans-think-this-is-one-of-the-best-leslie-and-ben-scenes-in-the-whole-show/
Leslie and Ben aren't very good at keeping secrets
In Season 3, Episode 16 ("Lil Sebastian"), showrunner Michael Schur and the series writers grappled with which character would meet their untimely demise in the season finale, and the titular miniature horse was the unfortunate candidate (https://www.looper.com/352169/the-real-reason-lil-sebastian-died-on-parks-and-recreation/) selected to kick the bucket. Of course, Leslie Knope is arranging the Pawnee icon's funeral when Ron Swanson (Nick Offerman) reveals he knows about her secret relationship with Ben Wyatt. Leslie, shocked at the accusation, adorably tries to keep her forbidden love a secret by going as far as stating that she has never had sex anywhere and that Ron is actually the one sleeping with Ben. After several failed tries, Ben attempts to save Leslie only to realize his efforts are not very convincing.
u/PaiSho_RS (https://www.reddit.com/r/PandR/comments/vatfvf/this_is_one_of_my_favourite_leslie_ben_acting/) posted a video of the hilarious interaction in the r/PandR community on Reddit and labeled it their favorite Ben and Leslie moment from the series. u/BlueK02 (https://www.reddit.com/r/PandR/comments/vatfvf/comment/ic4ifee/) agreed with the post stating their affection for the hilarious scene, writing, "YES! I love when Leslie tries to pull something off even when there is zero percent chance of success." u/symphix (https://www.reddit.com/r/PandR/comments/vatfvf/comment/ic61r6y/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) praised the timing and performance of both actors, and u/BloonsBellman15089 (https://www.reddit.com/r/PandR/comments/vatfvf/comment/ic4zuxm/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) commented on the magnificence of their facial expressions, which really helped the scene achieve greatness.
Fans really enjoy the performance and chemistry between Ben and Leslie, and based on the feedback from the post, this scene is a solid example of what makes the "Parks and Recreation" couple so great. Out of all the moments that helped earn them that coveted candidacy, some fans truly cherish the ill-fated cover-up attempt.
Leslie and Ben aren't very good at keeping secrets
In Season 3, Episode 16 ("Lil Sebastian"), showrunner Michael Schur and the series writers grappled with which character would meet their untimely demise in the season finale, and the titular miniature horse was the unfortunate candidate (https://www.looper.com/352169/the-real-reason-lil-sebastian-died-on-parks-and-recreation/) selected to kick the bucket. Of course, Leslie Knope is arranging the Pawnee icon's funeral when Ron Swanson (Nick Offerman) reveals he knows about her secret relationship with Ben Wyatt. Leslie, shocked at the accusation, adorably tries to keep her forbidden love a secret by going as far as stating that she has never had sex anywhere and that Ron is actually the one sleeping with Ben. After several failed tries, Ben attempts to save Leslie only to realize his efforts are not very convincing.
u/PaiSho_RS (https://www.reddit.com/r/PandR/comments/vatfvf/this_is_one_of_my_favourite_leslie_ben_acting/) posted a video of the hilarious interaction in the r/PandR community on Reddit and labeled it their favorite Ben and Leslie moment from the series. u/BlueK02 (https://www.reddit.com/r/PandR/comments/vatfvf/comment/ic4ifee/) agreed with the post stating their affection for the hilarious scene, writing, "YES! I love when Leslie tries to pull something off even when there is zero percent chance of success." u/symphix (https://www.reddit.com/r/PandR/comments/vatfvf/comment/ic61r6y/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) praised the timing and performance of both actors, and u/BloonsBellman15089 (https://www.reddit.com/r/PandR/comments/vatfvf/comment/ic4zuxm/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) commented on the magnificence of their facial expressions, which really helped the scene achieve greatness.
Fans really enjoy the performance and chemistry between Ben and Leslie, and based on the feedback from the post, this scene is a solid example of what makes the "Parks and Recreation" couple so great. Out of all the moments that helped earn them that coveted candidacy, some fans truly cherish the ill-fated cover-up attempt.