Loved the opening, and the performances all around. I appreciated how willing they were to really go all out this time, and it really felt like a different show. But that's the appeal of Community-- you get a fresh take every week. I don't always like when they go for the straight up parody, but this time it worked really well. The flashbacks particularly were really a great touch.
And of course, guest appearance by one Josh Holloway, last seen on LOST? Phenomenal. Although I am wondering whether he is capable of playing outside the rugged cowboy persona (not a complaint, merely an observation). I loved his showdown with the gang, though, and the sheer volume of references to Sawyer was fantastic.
I agree wholeheartedly with Abed's assessment: Annie was "pretty awesome today." Seriously though, I really appreciated them allowing her to step into the badass spotlight, especially since she's spent most of the season in the little girl role. On a separate note, should Shirley really have been running around like that? She just popped out a kid, guys.
Overall, "A Fistfull of Paintballs" really kept the sweeps streak going, particularly after last week's quieter, more dramatic installment. I loved the ending, which really felt like a film for which I'm anxiously awaiting the sequel (especially with the epic-looking trailer for the next episode). There's a conspiracy afoot, and I for one can't wait to watch it unfold next week.
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