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You want me to describe Reasonable Request Rejected here? Well, that is certainly a reasonable expectation on a tropes page. Request denied. You have just seen an example of the Reasonable Request Rejected. A person will make a request for something that they want or need, including reasons why they should be given what they're asking for, and the authority figure being given this request will acknowledge that it's well thought out, reasonable, and fair. And then promptly deny it. Maybe due to reasons of bureaucracy, maybe due to simple pettiness, or possibly even because of a conflicting agenda. Advertisement:propertag.cmd.push(function() { proper_display('tvtropes_mobile_ad_1'); })This is typically played for laughs, though it can be used for dramatic purposes as well. Can happen alongside Bait-and-Switch. It's a hallmark of the Obstructive Bureaucracy. A common trait among Mean Boss and Corrupt Corporate Executive types. Sometimes sealed with a Stamp of Rejection. In many works, it can lead someone to say Screw the Rules, I'm Doing What's Right!. In some settings, this could be a Justified Trope if the authority figure is concerned about Precedent Excuse causing less reasonable requests to flood their desk as soon as they grant permission for the more reasonable request. |
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In The Transformers, Grapple the Autobot architect once approached Optimus Prime with the plans for a solar tower. Optimus hears him out, agreeing that such an energy-generating facility would surely be helpful to the Autobots. However, he points out that such a facility would also assuredly become a target of the Decepticons and so reluctantly denies Grapple permission to build it. Grapple goes behind Prime's back and builds the tower anyway, and sure enough when the Decepticons come a battle erupts that leaves the tower nothing but debris. | |
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The Big Bang Theory: After Raj has to find a new department to work for at the University, lest he be deported, he decides to take Sheldon up on a job offer. But he has some conditions. | |
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Star Trek III: The Search for Spock: Starfleet, apparently, has more than a few Obstructive Bureaucrats: When Sarek explains Spock's katra to Kirk, Kirk goes to Starfleet Command, specifically Admiral Morrow, and makes an earnest request to be allowed to return to Planet Genesis to retrieve Spock's body to fulfill Sarek's request. Because of the controversy surrounding the Genesis Project and its potential to be misused as a weapon, as well as the controversy regarding its inadvertent deployment, Kirk is denied permission. He tells his crew, "The answer is 'no'. We are therefore going, anyway." When Saavik and David find the rejuvenated Spock on Planet Genesis, they request permission to beam him aboard the U.S.S. Grissom. Captain J.T. Estaban, who is strictly "by the book" insists on contacting Starfleet Command for instructions on the matter. He agrees that Starfleet would probably approve, but he's not taking any chances. Ironically, this action saves Saavik and Spock, and gives David a little longer to live, as this is when the Klingons decide to show up, and the gunner disobeys an order to target the engines only, wiping out the whole ship. |
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My Cousin Vinny: Vinny Gambini, serving as legal counsel, objects to the surprise addition of a new witness, and he is sure to explain his reasons clearly due to past history of not being understood by the judge. The judge acknowledges the reasonableness of the request. | |
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M*A*S*H: In one episode, Trapper and Hawkeye are lamenting that they have no incubator, meaning that they have to wait days to get results on cultures to find out what illness a patient might have. They arrange a meeting with the Quartermaster's office, who looks up the incubator and what it does. He notes that it would be useful for a medical unit, then promptly denies the request. He would, he notes, be able to give them a jukebox or a pizza oven. | |
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When Sarek explains Spock's katra to Kirk, Kirk goes to Starfleet Command, specifically Admiral Morrow, and makes an earnest request to be allowed to return to Planet Genesis to retrieve Spock's body to fulfill Sarek's request. Because of the controversy surrounding the Genesis Project and its potential to be misused as a weapon, as well as the controversy regarding its inadvertent deployment, Kirk is denied permission. He tells his crew, "The answer is 'no'. We are therefore going, anyway." | |
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The Good Place: The humans and Michael race against the clock as the Judge aims to reset Earth and humanity as a solution to the dysfunctional points system. They manage to come up with an alternate plan for the afterlife to avoid this outcome, but need Shawn's approval. Despite Shawn admitting their plan is sound and benefits all parties, he rejects it since he'd rather wait around for millions of years than let Michael have his way. Luckily, they are able to convince him when Shawn realizes that fighting Michael made him happy and it would come to an end if the Earth was reset. | |
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OverSimplified: In The Pig War, there is a minor Running Gag where delegates from the US and Britain are trying to decide where to draw the line between their territories in North America. The British delegate offers a reasonable solution, and the American delegate seems to agree before angrily refusing to cooperate. | |
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Doctor Who: While restrained, Missy goads Osgood into coming close to her, at which point she whispers she's going to kill her. While Osgood doesn't believe her, Missy proceeds to reveal her handcuffs are off, kills the guards and prepares to kill the scientist. Osgood tries convincing the Time Lady not to murder her by pointing out she's of more use alive, which Missy agrees is true and completely reasonable. Unfortunately, Missy then explains she's also crazy and shoots Osgood anyway. | |
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Sonic In X Minutes: In ''Sonic Forces in minutes Part 2," a news anchor asks a bear named Mrs. Brown if she has any questions about the oppressive Eggman Empire. Mrs. Brown asks why she should worship Eggman, and what Eggman has done for her. The news anchor says that's a good question, and then it cuts to Mrs. Brown being roboticized. | |
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