145b. Enchanted Tiki Dreams

Bl4zeTMG

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I can definately understand the love for this episode. In one way, I DO love this episode. It has Spongebob and Patrick doing something nice for Squidward, but the rest of this episode is pretty mediocre and forgettable. The first half of the episode is a Squid torture but I guess it makes up for the second half so I don't mind it too much, and Squidward's journey is kind of dull, the Tiki island looks cool but that's really it. 6/10
 

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Season: 7

Episode: Enchanted Tiki Dreams

This episode was good. The plot was nice. It was nice that Squidward won in this episode. The ending was well made. The song was terrific. There were some funny jokes. 8/10
 

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*UNPOPULAR OPINION ALERT*

If you are not prepared for an opinion that you probably strongly disagree on, stop reading, turn your computer off and go outside.




My Opinion:

I didn't like this episode.

There, I said it, now bring on the hate comments!

But before you post countless inflammatory replies to this post, hear me out a sec.



First of all, I know it's nice that Squidward gets his way and all (even if it is only for 5 minutes), but that's pretty much the entire focus of the episode. If the episode had more in it that made it enjoyable, this would have been a GREAT episode. But all it is is SpongeBob and Patrick feeling bad for Squidward, building an enchanted tiki land, and then Squidward enjoying himself. But of course, Squiddy can't have his way for ever. Everything has to go wrong at the end.
(I guess they had to, because they can't have Squidward be happy for an entire episode - that would ruin his grumpy character - but still...)


If it had more to it (e.g. maybe showing more of SpongeBob and Patrick building it, maybe showing SpongeBob and Patrick trying to hold it all together while Squidward is living his tiki dream, etc.) then this would be a great episode. But it doesn't, and it isn't. (In my opinion)
So I'm going to give this episode 5.5/10, because it does have some good moments, like the tiki song, the *one annoying shift later* timecard, and even though Squidward being happy is pretty much the only focus of the episode, it is still refreshing to see him having some fun after all these years of being tormented.


--A Lonely Fishstick
 

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This episode was so close to being great but it needed a little more plot and humor. That said the viewing experience is very pleasant and enjoyable, I think this episode did a lot of good for the series too.

8/10
 

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This episode was just wonderful for me. Say what you want, but this is a true highlight of season 7. Sure, the first couple minutes were very forgettable and felt like the start of a typical bad SpongeBob episode, but the episode gets better as time went on. At first, I thought it was just "meh", but once SB & Pat built a tiki land, I was just blown away. I really love the song in this episode, it was so relaxing. It's one of those songs that slows down life a little bit. I also fell in love with the gorgeous scenery that the tiki land possesses. It's kind of rare to see such nice backgrounds in the dark sea that is season 7. I would have liked to see more of Squidward's tiki land, but at least Squiddy still had the tiki boat to make himself happy. I didn't like how there wasn't very many funny moments, but this is a diamond episode in the rough of mediocrity that is season 7. Very pleasant and enjoyable, I will give it a 10/10.
 
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Yoooo what the heck was I thinking?

Besides the tiki environment and the fact that Squidward gets something positive for being a butt monkey is the only positive thing about this episode, and while that fact is rare and it's nice to see SB & Pat make up for their actions, and then their failed attempt at making it up to him, this episode was still dry in the beginning, and while I'm in the minority of "a lack of humor doesn't mean an episode can't be great", this is not one of those exceptions. Even then the second half. while more of a story driven thing, doesn't do too much all in itself, but just enough to qualify as "good". It's refreshing to see an episode like this, but that's really sad when you think about it. Basic decency for once does get brownie points, but that doesn't catapult it up to a 9/10, like cmon past me, don't be swayed so easily!

There were enough positives to give this a 7.5/10 though, but the first half could've been humorful, and then have the second half be story driven the way it was, except add more meat to it than just theb asic "Squidward has fun" route it went. It feels lacking something more than anything else, and is somehow the most disappointing sigh of relief that the show has had in a long time.
 

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In retrospect this is like a 6/10 episode.

Seeing Squidward happy is nice after stuff like Boating Buddies and That Sinking Feeling but there's nothing to come back to otherwise. If this was a season 2 episode I wouldn't even say It'd stack up to Dumped.
 

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While everyone else is talking about this today, why shouldn't I?

The good:
-Okay, making things up to Squidward shouldn't automatically make something a good episode. But it doesn't. It's the sneaky way that SB and Pat go about doing it that makes you wonder...hmm...something's going on here...and then ultimately finding out. I've had surprises like that in real life.
-I just really like the tiki scenes. Who said an episode had to be action-packed to be good? I just liked being happy for Squidward, and honestly, I really like those kind of story-less stories anyway.
-The music is good. It's gotten in my head at some points.


The bad:
-Ending was a little predictable and I would have liked to see it go out another way.
-Beginning, yep, was also predictable. Can't we make it a little more interesting?

Final score= 8/10
 
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PinkPearl said:
-I just really like the tiki scenes. Who said an episode had to be action-packed to be good? I just liked being happy for Squidward, and honestly, I really like those kind of story-less stories anyway.
It doesn't have to be action packed, but it felt like it was lacking something that should've been there, maybe that's the "story-less" kind of episode that doesn't bother you, but something about it just feels a little off for SpongeBob, even Waiting and the silent 3 minute episode in Reef Blower had a story to tell, so it's easier to get a vibe that something feels amiss.
 

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HIGHLIGHT:"I've never felt this happy in my life!" -squidward
LOWLIGHT:n/a

this episode is so fun and creative. i have never been this happy at a spongebob episode since arrgh!, seeing squidward be happy and have fun in the tiki land is just so fun, I LOVE THIS EPISODE

100/10- A PERFECT EPISODE
 

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I may not have seen it in a while, but I remember this episode being great. The song is a fun addition, the animation is a step-up from the ugh Season 6's, all characters were in character. Also, Squidward's 'cause I'm crazy, man!' line seems to have never left my brain. I think it was the delivery of it, thanks to the genius Rodger.
 

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I don't really get why this episode is so highly regarded.
It's not funny.
Plot is bare-bones.
Beginning was atrocious.


Just because SpongeBob and Patrick at last "got" that they making Squidward's life miserable? Too bad the rest of season 7 and season 8-9A exist.
It's entirely mediocre experience that doesn't have any lasting impact on the rest of show's dark age.
Song was nice, tho.
4/10.
 

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I Found it Heartwarming that Spongebob & Patrick were Trying to make their Neighbor happy; It's like an Apology for all the Squidward Torture Porns; and even though it gets undone, They still make it up to him, by WILLINGLY letting him take it out on them, by knocking them down repeatedly with the boat swing
 
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I liked Squidward getting some actually fun moments, because I feel like that hasn't happened enough this season. I would have considered it one of the season's best had it not have been for the beginning ruining it.

Ranking so far:
1. That Sinking Feeling (A+)
2. The Inside Job (A+)
3. The Great Patty Caper (A)
4. The Bad Guy Club for Villains (A)
5. Buried in Time (A)
6. Squidward in Clarinetland (A)
7. Enchanted Tiki Dreams (A)
8. Welcome to the Bikini Bottom Triangle (B)
9. Growth Spout (B)
10. The Curse of Bikini Bottom (B)
11. Greasy Buffoons (B)
12. A Day Without Tears (B)
13. I Heart Dancing (B)
14. SpongeBob's Last Stand (B)
15. Karate Star (B)
16. Keep Bikini Bottom Beautiful (B)
17. The Monster Who Came to Bikini Bottom (B)
18. Kracked Krabs (C)
19. Gary in Love (C)
20. The Cent of Money (C)
21. Model Sponge (C)
22. The Curse of the Hex (C)
23. Sponge-Cano! (D)
24. Back to the Past (D)
25. The Play's the Thing (D)
26. Tentacle-Vision (D)
27. The Main Drain (D)
28. Gramma's Secret Recipe (D)
29. Summer Job (E)
30. Rodeo Daze (E)
31. Trenchbillies (E)
32. Someone's in the Kitchen with Sandy (F)
33. Stuck in the Wringer (F)
34. Yours, Mine and Mine (F-)
35. A Pal for Gary (F-)
36. One Coarse Meal (F-)
 

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“Enchanted Tiki Dreams” is yet another season 7 episode I haven’t seen in a long, long time. So a rewatch was very much needed. I remember having generally positive feelings towards this episode, since at the time I was very much persuaded by popular opinion, and popular opinion said this was an oasis in the desert of Squidward torture. Considering I don’t think Squidward torture is even a problem in the way that others do, or did, I wonder if this oasis thing is even true. Let’s find out.

The beginning of this episode is very me-core. Leaving my house every day has got to be the worst part of the day sometimes, because my home is my sanctuary, one I never want to leave. Yes, I know that sounds really bad, but that’s just what school and work does to you. And of course, this wouldn’t be an episode about Squidward having a miserable life if the craziness didn’t start the moment he walked out of the door. This little bit of the episode is fine, it’s enjoyable enough at least. Not particularly funny or anything, but then again, the entire episode is not exactly a barrel of laughs. SpongeBob and Patrick’s laughter (and screaming) can get nearly grating at moments, so that is a bit of a drag. And eventually, Squidward runs out of work as soon as his shift ends, returning to his sanctuary. Squidward’s daydream of how to spend his me-time makes me realize that I really need to find some more hobbies that don’t involve technology or social media because I can’t do it anymore! Don’t worry too much about me though, I very much enjoy going to parks, playing my keyboard, yoga, reading, card games (physical cards, not online), sudoku, and crossword puzzles…though I usually do the last two online lol. Anyway, this is how we know something bad is gonna happen to his poor house LMAO.

And guess what happens? Not that, surprisingly. I mean, his house does end up battered a lil bit, but its still intact. The bit with the electric eel (both of the bits, I guess) is pretty funny, though the part with Squidward completely flipping out is a little hard to watch, especially once we see the aftermath with him actually crying, which is kinda sad. This episode does a great job at making you feel bad for Squidward here, which isn’t necessarily a hard thing to do. Just don’t make him a complete jerk who brings what’s coming onto himself, and usually it all works out. Now I mean, the only thing SpongeBob and Patrick have done wrong in this episode so far is get him stung by an electric eel. Everything else is annoying, but technically not their fault if no one tells them to please quiet down. Obviously I would never be as loud and inconsiderate as they are in public, but it’s still not exactly their fault, you feel? As you can see I’m overthinking again, let me move on.

I really love how wholesome SpongeBob and Patrick are in this episode, creating this entire relaxation oasis for Squidward. It’s really nice of them to do so, even if they don’t quite realize that the reason Squidward’s life is so unrelaxing is largely because of them. But like I said before, they don’t do this maliciously, which is important to their characters, as I’ve been saying for literal months now. Anyway, this part of the episode has the relaxation vibes down with the music and great visuals, because now I wanna take a spa day or something LMAO. If only my apartment had an actual bathtub (not that I would ever use it).

Of course, all good things must come to an end for poor Squidward…though not quite. Patrick ends up accidentally destroying the tropical paradise, but Squidward’s able to continue his happy moment by hitting SpongeBob and Patrick with his swinging boat. You know what? Good for him. I like that this show has Squidward win every so often, sparingly. It feels like a reward, even though watching him lose can be just as rewarding.

“Enchanted Tiki Dreams” is another one of those episodes with a weak beginning, but a strong finish. Which is also why it’s one of those episodes that’s kinda hard to rate. I think the strong ending really influences how I see this episode though (maybe I’m just an optimist), and the rarity of seeing Squidward win like this, because of the machinations of SpongeBob and Patrick, is always a treat to see. So I’d say this episode fits nicely in my “Great” tier.

Episode Tier: Great
Episode Score:
8.4/10
 

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Here it is everyone! My favorite episode of season 7! Its actually funny for me. The highlight is the ending where Squidward is happy! Plus its funny and filled with Squidward torture done right!

Rating: Perfect Episode (Only perfect episode of season 7 btw)

Rankings:
Enchanted Tiki Dreams (Perfect)
Squidward in ClarinetLand (Amazing)
Back to the Past (Superior)
The Curse of Bikini Bottom (Superior)
That Sinking Feeling (Great)
The Inside Job (Great)
The Main Drain (Good)
Buried in Time (Great)
The Monster Who Came to Bikini Bottom (Good)
I ❤️ Dancing (Good)
A Day Without Tears (Good)
Kracked Krabs (Good)
Karate Star (Good)
The Bad Guy Club for Villains (Good)
Greasy Buffoons (Good)
The Cent of Money (Okay)
Growth Spout (Okay)
Tentacle-Vision (Okay)
Gary in Love (Okay)
Keep Bikini Bottom Beautiful (Alright)
Gramma's Secret Recipe (Alright)
The Play's the Thing (Meh)
Model Sponge (Meh)
SpongeBob's Last Stand (Meh)
One Coarse Meal (Meh)
The Great Patty Caper (Meh)
Summer Job (Mediocre)
Sponge-Cano! (Mediocre)
Stuck in the Wringer (Mediocre)
Welcome to the Bikini Bottom Triangle (Bad)
Rodeo Daze (Awful)
The Curse of the Hex (Awful)
Trenchbillies (Terrible)
Someone's in the Kitchen with Sandy (Despicable)
Yours, Mine and Mine (Despicable)
A Pal for Gary (Despicable)
 
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ill give this one a 7.5/10
i was gonna give it an 8 but
ehh ill admit its another one not really strong when it comes to story and is more just kinda
a comfort episode ig is a good way to put it
its a little odd to think that they made an episode where the plot addresses the squidward torture stuff the writers like to do often, but i suppose it works for an episode like this
i just wish spongebob and patrick had more self awareness like this in other episodes
 
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