With the aim to tackle ‘deeper issues’ than the traditional Office versions around the world The Washington Post writes that The Ministry, which follows the workers of the Ministry of Garbage could highlight issues like corruption within the country.
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Starring a David Brent/Michael Scott-like boss, a Gareth/Dwight 'adviser' and a Pam-esque assistant the trailers show them ripping off scenes like the stapler fight from the original British Office.
Apparently The Ministy has not been signed off by Gervais and co so what did Ricky have to say? Writing on his blog he said: ‘They found a fat, annoying middle-aged bloke with a beard. That bit was easy.
‘The difficult part was finding a town in Afghanistan as grim as Slough. Calm down, I’m joking. It’s not quite as grim as Slough obviously.’
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