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a b c Archer, Wes (2004). The Simpsons The Complete Fourth Season DVD commentary for the episode "I Love Lisa" (DVD). 20th Century Fox. Principal Skinner: Attention everyone, this is Principal Skinner. Some student (possibly Bart Simpson) has been circulating candy hearts with crude off-color sentiments. The story of "I Love Lisa" originated from a personal episode of Al Jean's life; [6] when Jean was in third grade, he received a valentine from a girl that read "I Choo-Choo-Choose You". Years later, Jean wondered if the girl had really liked him. He told writing partner Mike Reiss about it, and they thought it could be an idea for an episode where Lisa could give such a valentine to Ralph Wiggum, who would then take it too far. [6] At that time, Ralph and Chief Wiggum were not established as being related. Jean thought it would be funny if Ralph was Wiggum's son, considering both characters are "fat and dumb". [6] Despite this, Ralph's last name was already revealed to be Wiggum in the episode " Kamp Krusty".
Grampa: Bah, this is just another Hallmark holiday cooked up to sell cards. Jasper: Aww... a Valentine from my daughter! Grampa: Can I have the envelope? Lisa: That story isn't suitable for children. Chief Wiggum: Really? I keep my pants on in this version. The Arizona Republic 's Bill Goodykoontz named the episode one of his five favorites and highlighted Ralph's line "and my doctor said I wouldn't have so many nosebleeds if I kept my finger out of there" as one of the best lines in the history of the show. [11]
The episode was written by Frank Mula and directed by Wes Archer. Michael Carrington guest-starred as Sideshow Raheem. Al Jean, show runner of the episode, came up with the idea for the story when he remembered that he had received a valentine from a girl in third grade that read "I Choo-Choo-Choose You". The episode features cultural references to songs such as " Monster Mash" and " Break on Through", as well as a reference to the fictional character Droopy. Shinoda, Lyndsey (June 13, 2004). "The Simpsons: the Complete Fourth Season". Video Store. Advanstar Communications.
Groening, Matt (2004). The Simpsons The Complete Fourth Season DVD commentary for the episode "I Love Lisa" (DVD). 20th Century Fox. If there is any cosmic justice, your positive Valentine’s Day karma will keep you happy & loved for years and years. About Krusty's 29th Anniversary Show] Bart: I'd give anything to go to that show! Homer: I'd sell my first-born son! Bart: Hey! Homer: You'll do as you're told! a b c d e f g h Jean, Al (2004). The Simpsons The Complete Fourth Season DVD commentary for the episode "I Love Lisa" (DVD). 20th Century Fox. Lisa: Dad, is it all right to take things from people you don't like? Homer: Sure it is, honey. You do mean stealing, don't you?Groundskeeper Willie: I didn't cry when me own father was hung for stealing a pig, but I'll cry now. Lisa reluctantly joins Ralph for Krusty's show. When Krusty starts interviewing audience members, Ralph takes the opportunity to declare that Lisa is the love of his life, and he intends to marry her. Furious, Lisa loses her temper and tells Ralph she never liked him and only gave him a Valentine card because she felt sorry for him. Later at home, Bart, having taped the event, replays the scene to Lisa where Ralph is humiliated and deeply hurt, making her feel guilty and regretful. Wiggum comforts Ralph and attempts revenge on Lisa by smashing the taillight on Homer's car, but is alarmed when Homer warns him that one day, honest citizens will retaliate against the corrupt police. On February 28th, 2015, YouTuber MashAllPotatos edited the card into a The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya scene which received over 5,500 views in four years (shown below).
In 2003, Entertainment Weekly placed the episode twelfth on their top 25 The Simpsons episodes list, [13] and in 2008 placed the episode second on their top "25 New Classic Holiday TV Episodes" list. [14] In 2019, Consequence ranked it number eight on its list of top 30 Simpsons episodes. [15] New Classic Holiday TV Episodes". Entertainment Weekly. June 17, 2008 . Retrieved January 15, 2022.
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Lisa: [when Ralph shows up at the Simpson house] Just make up some excuse! [runs to hide] Homer: [answering the door] She's in the can. Go away.
a b Mula, Frank (2004). The Simpsons The Complete Fourth Season DVD commentary for the episode "I Love Lisa" (DVD). 20th Century Fox. Bart: Oh it isn't fair. I'm ten times the Krusty fan you are. I even have the Krusty home pregnancy test! Lisa: I'm not sure if I should go. I don't even like him. Bart: You're right, Lis, you shouldn't go. It wouldn't be honest. I'll go, disguised as you. Lisa: What if he wants to hold hands? Bart: I'm prepared to make that sacrifice. Lisa: What if he wants a kiss? Bart: I'm prepared to make that sacrifice. Lisa: What if he...? Bart: You don't want to know how far I'll go. A technique the staff used to come up with stories and ideas was to think "what holiday haven't we done on The Simpsons, or done lately?". As they had done several Halloween and Christmas episodes before, the staff liked the idea of doing a Valentine's Day episode. [6] Cultural references [ edit ] Ralph: My parents won't let me use scissors. [kids laugh at him] Miss Hoover: The children have a right to laugh at you, Ralph. These things couldn't cut butter. Now, take out your red crayons. Ralph: Miss Hoover. I don't have a red crayon. Miss Hoover: Why not? Ralph: I ate it. a b Ross, Dalton (June 18, 2004). "The Simpsons: The Complete Fourth Season". Entertainment Weekly . Retrieved January 15, 2022.
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In a review of The Simpsons season four, Lyndsey Shinoda of Video Store cited " Brother from the Same Planet" and "I Love Lisa" among her "personal favorites" from the season. [12] Silverman, David (2004). The Simpsons The Complete Fourth Season DVD commentary for the episode "I Love Lisa" (DVD). 20th Century Fox. Lisa: Ralph thinks I like him but I only gave him a valentine because I felt sorry for him. Homer: Ah, sweet pity. Where would my love life have been without it? Groening, Matt (1997). Richmond, Ray; Coffman, Antonia (eds.). The Simpsons: A Complete Guide to Our Favorite Family (1sted.). New York: HarperPerennial. p. 108. ISBN 978-0-06-095252-5. LCCN 98141857. OCLC 37796735. OL 433519M. . Moe: [reads his valentine] "To Moe. From your secret admirer." Barney: Yoo hoo! Moe: Oh God, no! [Barney blows a kiss and belches]
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