Take Three: Luck

Luck: Season 1, Episode 3 (B)

I’m still having trouble keeping track of just how everyone in this massive complex of characters is connected, but it’s definitely getting more interesting, and I’m inclined to stick around and find out just exactly what’s about to happen. I was pleased to see Patrick J. Adams, who earned himself a surprise SAG nod for his performance as a fake lawyer on “Suits,” as a much more by-the-book numbers guy who both infuriated and impressed Ace with his courage to speak up and say what no one else would. Being offered a million dollars isn’t something many would easily turn down, and I have a feeling that Nathan is going to get himself in way over his head, and Ace is not someone you want to cross. That final scene with both Ace and Gus falling asleep while they were talking was very powerful, and a great way to end the episode. I’m quite intrigued by the relationship between John Ortiz’s hotheaded trainer Turo Escalante and Jill Hennessy’s Jo. Their walk to the bedroom at his place was exquisitely filmed. If nothing else, this show has exceptional cinematography, and it’s not just about the horses anymore. Slowly but surely, the ragtag crew of winners is trying to do the most productive thing with their winnings, but Jerry can’t seem to get anywhere on time, and he also still has this gambling addiction that’s going to get him and everyone else in trouble. Horse breeding and racing is hardly a simple or safe craft.