Damages: Season 5, Episode 10 “But You Don’t Do That Anymore”
There’s a point at which red herrings become overwhelming. After seeing carefully-composed shots of Ellen lying motionless in an alley, Patrick looking out over her, and Patty being brought into an interrogation room all season, it was quite a letdown to see Ellen simply collapse as a result of fatigue (and pregnancy), very much alive. More unfortunate is the fact that the trial ended in such a disappointing resignation, caused by Rutger’s departure. The obsession the show has with Patty constantly one-upping Ellen went too far, as she dramatically revealed that she never cared about winning, rather pushing Ellen to the point of having a man killed just to win a case. Something tells me Ellen wouldn’t want to win that way either. The most puzzling development of the finale was Patrick’s decision to kill Michael. The fact that Ellen was the only person who could tie him to her attack was incorrect, mainly because of the blood match the police had, but also was much less damaging than the new murder he committed which at the very least Waleed could pin on him. It also felt manipulative that Patty had just come around to liking her son again. It was decently informative to learn that Rutger was the one who had Naomi killed, but there wasn’t nearly enough Channing-related resolution. Even Chris’ intense fury at Ellen seems to have been pacified by her pregnancy. This season was intriguing throughout but just didn’t lead to anything satisfying, which is a shame. I think this series was always more interesting in terms of its guest characters – Rutger, Naomi, and Herreshoff, in this season – than its regulars. That’s why, unlike most people, I believe that seasons three and four were by far the strongest. This show will be remembered for Glenn Close’s performance, but I think it should instead be noted as a strong legal drama with terrific casting and a penchant for getting ahead of itself in terms of its flash-forwards and character clashes.
Series finale: C+
Season grade: B
Season MVP: John Hannah as Rutger
Series grade: B-
Series MVPs: Martin Short, Chris Messina, Dylan Baker, Marcia Gay Harden, John Goodman, Timothy Olyphant, Campbell Scott
Best Season: Season 4
Best Episode: “The War Will Go On Forever”
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Friday, September 14, 2012
Monday, September 10, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages (Penultimate Episode)
Damages: Season 5, Episode 9 “I Like Your Chair” (B+)
It still doesn’t feel like we’re just one episode away from the end of this show, but a few things did become much, much clearer in this hour. Showing Ellen up on the roof proved to be a fake-out not once but twice, as she turned around the second time to reveal a gun. I can only imagine that Patrick is seen looking over the roof at her motionless body as a staged attempt on Ellen’s part since Patrick appears to have served his purpose by confirming to Ellen that he does in fact work for Patty. It seems especially cruel for Patty to reference Ellen’s attack and explicitly deny it when Ellen knows the opposite to be true. Ellen held her own in that ending confrontation, but she doesn’t have the slightest idea of what to expect in the trial since Rutger has now gone ahead and confessed his role in the scandal to Patty. I’m not sure that him setting Channing up for a fall is entirely believable, but it’s extremely interesting to hear Rutger ask Patty for funding and to see her so readily agree. We’ll see, of course, whether she holds her end of the bargain or just decides to take down Rutger for the hell of it. Ellen has enough to worry about with her father coming into her home and then kicking him out with a gun pointed at his chest. Here’s hoping for a mesmerizing finale that will send this show out with an unforgettable bang.
It still doesn’t feel like we’re just one episode away from the end of this show, but a few things did become much, much clearer in this hour. Showing Ellen up on the roof proved to be a fake-out not once but twice, as she turned around the second time to reveal a gun. I can only imagine that Patrick is seen looking over the roof at her motionless body as a staged attempt on Ellen’s part since Patrick appears to have served his purpose by confirming to Ellen that he does in fact work for Patty. It seems especially cruel for Patty to reference Ellen’s attack and explicitly deny it when Ellen knows the opposite to be true. Ellen held her own in that ending confrontation, but she doesn’t have the slightest idea of what to expect in the trial since Rutger has now gone ahead and confessed his role in the scandal to Patty. I’m not sure that him setting Channing up for a fall is entirely believable, but it’s extremely interesting to hear Rutger ask Patty for funding and to see her so readily agree. We’ll see, of course, whether she holds her end of the bargain or just decides to take down Rutger for the hell of it. Ellen has enough to worry about with her father coming into her home and then kicking him out with a gun pointed at his chest. Here’s hoping for a mesmerizing finale that will send this show out with an unforgettable bang.
Monday, September 3, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 5, Episode 8 “I’m Afraid of What I’ll Find” (B+)
We’re just two hours away from the end of this series, and it’s looking more and more like the events we’ve seen via flash-forward are going to transpire before we get too many answers about how Naomi’s personal information got leaked and the real, complete truth about Patty, Pete, and Ellen’s assailant, Patrick. After she had the police look into him and tipped off Pete’s widow, Patrick didn’t waste any time coming to New York, and from the looks of it, he may have been the one that pushed Ellen off the roof before reporting her demise to Patty. It’s interesting that Patty’s recollections of the attack on Ellen have prompted her to open herself up to scrutiny in pursuit of this Supreme Court position. There’s much deception still going on, with Rutger finally confessing to Channing and then Gita going behind everyone’s back to tell Patty about Torben. If only this case actually had anything to do with whether Channing or McClarenTruth.org were actually guilty of anything. In the pursuit of taking down Ellen, Patty is alienating her allies, most notably Bill, and the case is nowhere closer to being won by either side. It’s not a huge surprise that Kate is Patty’s half-sister, and it makes sense that she’d reach out to Michael on her father’s behalf, something he was surprisingly receptive to and which made Patty truly furious. Watching Channing supervise the editing process for Chris’ information was truly a sight, and it’s good to see Chris get this achieved, so long as it doesn’t blow back on him.
We’re just two hours away from the end of this series, and it’s looking more and more like the events we’ve seen via flash-forward are going to transpire before we get too many answers about how Naomi’s personal information got leaked and the real, complete truth about Patty, Pete, and Ellen’s assailant, Patrick. After she had the police look into him and tipped off Pete’s widow, Patrick didn’t waste any time coming to New York, and from the looks of it, he may have been the one that pushed Ellen off the roof before reporting her demise to Patty. It’s interesting that Patty’s recollections of the attack on Ellen have prompted her to open herself up to scrutiny in pursuit of this Supreme Court position. There’s much deception still going on, with Rutger finally confessing to Channing and then Gita going behind everyone’s back to tell Patty about Torben. If only this case actually had anything to do with whether Channing or McClarenTruth.org were actually guilty of anything. In the pursuit of taking down Ellen, Patty is alienating her allies, most notably Bill, and the case is nowhere closer to being won by either side. It’s not a huge surprise that Kate is Patty’s half-sister, and it makes sense that she’d reach out to Michael on her father’s behalf, something he was surprisingly receptive to and which made Patty truly furious. Watching Channing supervise the editing process for Chris’ information was truly a sight, and it’s good to see Chris get this achieved, so long as it doesn’t blow back on him.
Sunday, August 26, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 5, Episode 7 “The Storm’s Moving In” (B+)
It’s truly fascinating to see two people who hate each other so much stuck in the same small place with no one else around them. I can sympathize somewhat with their situation since I too was stranded in a Maine airport for several hours earlier this week, though my delays weren’t weather-related. I was wondering how things were going to go sour, since Patty seemed to be extremely conversational and genuine with Ellen, even revealing her technological shortcomings, who was putting up quite the brick wall. Rather than Patty coming in with some biting remark, Ellen was the one who sabotaged the conversation by reminding Patty of the fact that she tried to have her killed, something which Patty flatly denied. The proof we viewers saw several seasons ago seemed conclusive enough to assign Patty guilt, but what this interaction will do is egg Ellen on even more to take down her one-time mentor. Chris seemed truly disturbed by what he learned about PTSD-affected soldiers being sent back to active duty, and Ellen being so focused on this case is sure to affect their relationship when he asks for her help and she isn’t willing to give him the time or attention. Channing’s reaction to the news about Samurai was not a positive one, and, as tends to be the case on this show, the supporting characters turn out to be the most compelling. Watching Rutger melt down and embarrass himself with Gita was mesmerizing, and finding out that his top financier was the one who sold Davies the secrets is going to drive him to a very bad place.
It’s truly fascinating to see two people who hate each other so much stuck in the same small place with no one else around them. I can sympathize somewhat with their situation since I too was stranded in a Maine airport for several hours earlier this week, though my delays weren’t weather-related. I was wondering how things were going to go sour, since Patty seemed to be extremely conversational and genuine with Ellen, even revealing her technological shortcomings, who was putting up quite the brick wall. Rather than Patty coming in with some biting remark, Ellen was the one who sabotaged the conversation by reminding Patty of the fact that she tried to have her killed, something which Patty flatly denied. The proof we viewers saw several seasons ago seemed conclusive enough to assign Patty guilt, but what this interaction will do is egg Ellen on even more to take down her one-time mentor. Chris seemed truly disturbed by what he learned about PTSD-affected soldiers being sent back to active duty, and Ellen being so focused on this case is sure to affect their relationship when he asks for her help and she isn’t willing to give him the time or attention. Channing’s reaction to the news about Samurai was not a positive one, and, as tends to be the case on this show, the supporting characters turn out to be the most compelling. Watching Rutger melt down and embarrass himself with Gita was mesmerizing, and finding out that his top financier was the one who sold Davies the secrets is going to drive him to a very bad place.
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 5, Episode 6 “I Need to Win” (B+)
It’s a very bad thing when the people involved in a case want to settle but the lawyers are willing to make a deal to get falsified testimony just to make sure that the case goes to trial. It makes sense that the man of many names staying in the hotel room right next to Naomi wouldn’t be able to contribute much in the way of useful information, and instead he’s just being manipulated by both lawyers. It’s a shame too, since both Rachel and Channing had reached a good place with Channing’s explanation of what happened, and everything could have gone back to normal. It seemed especially therapeutic for Rachel since he was honest about how he was forceful and may have made her feel unsafe. Rachel’s run-in with Mr. Davies was miserable, and it’s clear that she’s going to have just as hard a time getting her life back as Channing will. Instead, Ellen is spiraling out of control, having more nightmares in the middle of the day and now connecting the image of Naomi in the bathtub with that of her dead fiancé. Going back to the support group she sent Chris to is at least a positive step, but it seems that she isn’t taking anyone’s advice in terms of how to proceed both in her professional and personal lives, if Chris’ reaction to overhearing her phone call is any indication. Hopefully the one woman who has worked closely with both ruthless lawyers, Kate, will be able to stop this train wreck before someone else gets hurt.
It’s a very bad thing when the people involved in a case want to settle but the lawyers are willing to make a deal to get falsified testimony just to make sure that the case goes to trial. It makes sense that the man of many names staying in the hotel room right next to Naomi wouldn’t be able to contribute much in the way of useful information, and instead he’s just being manipulated by both lawyers. It’s a shame too, since both Rachel and Channing had reached a good place with Channing’s explanation of what happened, and everything could have gone back to normal. It seemed especially therapeutic for Rachel since he was honest about how he was forceful and may have made her feel unsafe. Rachel’s run-in with Mr. Davies was miserable, and it’s clear that she’s going to have just as hard a time getting her life back as Channing will. Instead, Ellen is spiraling out of control, having more nightmares in the middle of the day and now connecting the image of Naomi in the bathtub with that of her dead fiancé. Going back to the support group she sent Chris to is at least a positive step, but it seems that she isn’t taking anyone’s advice in terms of how to proceed both in her professional and personal lives, if Chris’ reaction to overhearing her phone call is any indication. Hopefully the one woman who has worked closely with both ruthless lawyers, Kate, will be able to stop this train wreck before someone else gets hurt.
Friday, August 10, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 5, Episode 5 “There’s Something Wrong with Me” (B)
With the focus turned back on Naomi in this episode, Channing had plenty of time to run free and make stupid mistakes that might hurt him later. The existence of an illegitimate child isn’t all too surprising, and it didn’t take Channing long to deliver on his promise to ruin Jeff’s life if he didn’t adjust his attitude about Charlie. He did fail to follow through, however, on actually meeting his child, affirming his self-destructive nature. It’s very exciting to see a new addition to the cast in Victor Garber, introduced matter-of-factly as the CEO during a televised press conference in which he alleged that he took no sides. Patty’s obnoxious manipulation of the SEC agent led her to learn that he was having an affair with Naomi, which is quite damaging to her case, but she did succeed in blackmailing him enough to withhold that crucial information from Ellen. It’s a real shame considering the relative success she had proving that Patty had in fact purchased the information from the Samurai and procuring it from her. With Ellen’s family’s personal problems forgotten, it’s time to focus on Patty’s personal life, something which I imagine no one wants to go near. Her visit to her father was full of contempt and hatred, and its only potential effect is to distract her from the case at hand. At least she’s not the only one having terrifying dreams, since Ellen seems to be doing a pretty good job working herself up every time she falls asleep.
With the focus turned back on Naomi in this episode, Channing had plenty of time to run free and make stupid mistakes that might hurt him later. The existence of an illegitimate child isn’t all too surprising, and it didn’t take Channing long to deliver on his promise to ruin Jeff’s life if he didn’t adjust his attitude about Charlie. He did fail to follow through, however, on actually meeting his child, affirming his self-destructive nature. It’s very exciting to see a new addition to the cast in Victor Garber, introduced matter-of-factly as the CEO during a televised press conference in which he alleged that he took no sides. Patty’s obnoxious manipulation of the SEC agent led her to learn that he was having an affair with Naomi, which is quite damaging to her case, but she did succeed in blackmailing him enough to withhold that crucial information from Ellen. It’s a real shame considering the relative success she had proving that Patty had in fact purchased the information from the Samurai and procuring it from her. With Ellen’s family’s personal problems forgotten, it’s time to focus on Patty’s personal life, something which I imagine no one wants to go near. Her visit to her father was full of contempt and hatred, and its only potential effect is to distract her from the case at hand. At least she’s not the only one having terrifying dreams, since Ellen seems to be doing a pretty good job working herself up every time she falls asleep.
Saturday, August 4, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 5, Episode 4 “I Love You, Mommy” (B)
I’m not sure which is more annoying - Patty constantly manipulating events to her advantage, or Ellen falling for her tricks every time and only later realizing that she’s been played. It’s hard to imagine that Patty would be able to get her way every time, but it’s equally difficult to feel bad for Ellen when she keeps making the same mistakes every time and then whining to a judge after the fact. Taking out a huge loan against her accountant’s advice wasn’t a smart idea, especially considering she didn’t even get the information, and she’s steadily losing allies, like Michael, in the process of focusing so much on her case. After Katherine’s continued mentions of a man with a sword, Patty finally wised up to the fact that Samurai was trying to get in touch with her, and it sure looks like she had him killed to ensure that she would be the only one to buy the information. She did not react well to Jake mentioning Ellen, and she’s likely to start unraveling soon since the legal community is well aware that her whole case is just an attempt to punish Ellen. Her repeated dreams of a disobedient Katherine and a bloodied Ellen are getting freakier, and this show doesn’t even need flash-forwards (omitted for the second week in a row, for anyone who’s keeping track) any more since a peek into Patty’s mind is frightening enough. On a more positive note, it's great to see Channing in action, and he clearly excels at what he does, lawsuits notwithstanding.
I’m not sure which is more annoying - Patty constantly manipulating events to her advantage, or Ellen falling for her tricks every time and only later realizing that she’s been played. It’s hard to imagine that Patty would be able to get her way every time, but it’s equally difficult to feel bad for Ellen when she keeps making the same mistakes every time and then whining to a judge after the fact. Taking out a huge loan against her accountant’s advice wasn’t a smart idea, especially considering she didn’t even get the information, and she’s steadily losing allies, like Michael, in the process of focusing so much on her case. After Katherine’s continued mentions of a man with a sword, Patty finally wised up to the fact that Samurai was trying to get in touch with her, and it sure looks like she had him killed to ensure that she would be the only one to buy the information. She did not react well to Jake mentioning Ellen, and she’s likely to start unraveling soon since the legal community is well aware that her whole case is just an attempt to punish Ellen. Her repeated dreams of a disobedient Katherine and a bloodied Ellen are getting freakier, and this show doesn’t even need flash-forwards (omitted for the second week in a row, for anyone who’s keeping track) any more since a peek into Patty’s mind is frightening enough. On a more positive note, it's great to see Channing in action, and he clearly excels at what he does, lawsuits notwithstanding.
Sunday, July 29, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 5, Episode 3 “Failure is Failure” (B+)
There’s something odd about seeing Ellen on the prosecutorial side and Patty being the one bringing up the defense. After a harsh negotiation about deposition length and breaks over lunch, Ellen ended up being the one to brutally interrogate Rachel in extreme detail and do her best to poke holes in her carefully-prepared story. You could see the steam coming out of Patty’s ears as she tried to reason what Ellen was doing by reading back the text of Rachel’s last conversation with Naomi, and Ellen managed to turn the tables in that deposition when she revealed that the call she had described lasted only two seconds. It’s disconcerting to see Rachel’s version of the meeting between Naomi and Channing, and the fact that she had a monogrammed possession of his definitely suggests that he’s not telling the whole truth either. Something tells me that Rutger is going to fight for Ellen to stay on despite his investor’s uncertainty, though the latest break in the case may mean they have a fighting chance. After being given what she thought was busy work, Kate proved herself competent and earned herself a seat at the deposition next to her new boss. Her personal connection to Patty hopefully won’t impact her ability to go against her in court. Likewise, Ellen’s mother’s situation may prove distracting to her important case. At least she has Chris by her side, who sprung into action to defend Ellen when he heard a noise in the middle of the night. The most crucial positive about this episode – no flashes to the future. And it didn’t make it less impactful; if anything, more so!
There’s something odd about seeing Ellen on the prosecutorial side and Patty being the one bringing up the defense. After a harsh negotiation about deposition length and breaks over lunch, Ellen ended up being the one to brutally interrogate Rachel in extreme detail and do her best to poke holes in her carefully-prepared story. You could see the steam coming out of Patty’s ears as she tried to reason what Ellen was doing by reading back the text of Rachel’s last conversation with Naomi, and Ellen managed to turn the tables in that deposition when she revealed that the call she had described lasted only two seconds. It’s disconcerting to see Rachel’s version of the meeting between Naomi and Channing, and the fact that she had a monogrammed possession of his definitely suggests that he’s not telling the whole truth either. Something tells me that Rutger is going to fight for Ellen to stay on despite his investor’s uncertainty, though the latest break in the case may mean they have a fighting chance. After being given what she thought was busy work, Kate proved herself competent and earned herself a seat at the deposition next to her new boss. Her personal connection to Patty hopefully won’t impact her ability to go against her in court. Likewise, Ellen’s mother’s situation may prove distracting to her important case. At least she has Chris by her side, who sprung into action to defend Ellen when he heard a noise in the middle of the night. The most crucial positive about this episode – no flashes to the future. And it didn’t make it less impactful; if anything, more so!
Monday, July 23, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 5, Episode 2 “Have You Met the Eel Yet?” (B+)
I have to admit that this has quickly and unexpectedly become one of my most anticipated shows of the week this summer (“True Blood” is the main competitor). There’s something about it that’s evolved so well since the show’s much-lauded inception, which I didn’t particularly care for, in both the plotting and the music, which helps considerably in creating an aura of mystery. I’m not sure how I feel about the “gotcha” reveal towards the end of the episode, complete with illustrative flashbacks, in which Patty gloated about tricking Ellen into getting the judge thrown off the case. This show does have a tendency to harp on the same scenes over and over, for effect, which is sometimes more necessary and productive than at others. Ellen interviewing applicants is a good step since she could really use some support, and it’s intriguing to see just how differently her two interviews went. Someone interested in gossip about Patty is not who she wants, while unsolicited applicant Kate is extremely intriguing. It’s good to see Glenn Close and Janet McTeer working together after scoring Oscar nominations for “Albert Nobbs” last year. Channing wearing a wig and meeting random girls is not smart, and being caught on video near Naomi’s room is even worse. This is not going to be an easy battle for Channing or for Ellen, and right now, the deck is stacked against them. There are sure to be many more developments, but as we know already, there’s no way this ends well.
I have to admit that this has quickly and unexpectedly become one of my most anticipated shows of the week this summer (“True Blood” is the main competitor). There’s something about it that’s evolved so well since the show’s much-lauded inception, which I didn’t particularly care for, in both the plotting and the music, which helps considerably in creating an aura of mystery. I’m not sure how I feel about the “gotcha” reveal towards the end of the episode, complete with illustrative flashbacks, in which Patty gloated about tricking Ellen into getting the judge thrown off the case. This show does have a tendency to harp on the same scenes over and over, for effect, which is sometimes more necessary and productive than at others. Ellen interviewing applicants is a good step since she could really use some support, and it’s intriguing to see just how differently her two interviews went. Someone interested in gossip about Patty is not who she wants, while unsolicited applicant Kate is extremely intriguing. It’s good to see Glenn Close and Janet McTeer working together after scoring Oscar nominations for “Albert Nobbs” last year. Channing wearing a wig and meeting random girls is not smart, and being caught on video near Naomi’s room is even worse. This is not going to be an easy battle for Channing or for Ellen, and right now, the deck is stacked against them. There are sure to be many more developments, but as we know already, there’s no way this ends well.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
What I’m Watching: Damages (Season Premiere)
Damages: Season 5, Episode 1 “You Want to End This Once and For All?” (B+)
I found myself anticipating this premiere quite a bit, even though it took me a bit to warm to the show, something that seems to have occurred after most people stopped watching it. Though this season has a brand new storyline, there are a few holdovers from last season, most notably the male confidantes for each of the female protagonists: Judd Hirsch’s Bill and Chris Messina’s Chris, both of whom seem considerably more stable and focused than ever before. A pretentious hacker is a great role for the often unenthusiastic Ryan Phillippe (he does have experience – 2001’s “Antitrust”), and it’s good to have John Hannah on board as his trusted associate. Jenna Elfman gave a great performance as the horrified whistleblower whose life was ruined by the posting of personal e-mails, and her murder following a contemplated suicide was extremely intense. That wasn’t, of course, the most shocking death of the hour, since it appears that Ellen will in fact die in a few months’ time. I’ve never been a big fan of the show’s flash-forward segments since I think they distract from an already intriguing plotline, but there’s something to be said for mirroring the first season’s setup with Patty being the one in custody. This is the show’s final season, with ten episodes running through September, and I’m quite excited to see how it plays out.
I found myself anticipating this premiere quite a bit, even though it took me a bit to warm to the show, something that seems to have occurred after most people stopped watching it. Though this season has a brand new storyline, there are a few holdovers from last season, most notably the male confidantes for each of the female protagonists: Judd Hirsch’s Bill and Chris Messina’s Chris, both of whom seem considerably more stable and focused than ever before. A pretentious hacker is a great role for the often unenthusiastic Ryan Phillippe (he does have experience – 2001’s “Antitrust”), and it’s good to have John Hannah on board as his trusted associate. Jenna Elfman gave a great performance as the horrified whistleblower whose life was ruined by the posting of personal e-mails, and her murder following a contemplated suicide was extremely intense. That wasn’t, of course, the most shocking death of the hour, since it appears that Ellen will in fact die in a few months’ time. I’ve never been a big fan of the show’s flash-forward segments since I think they distract from an already intriguing plotline, but there’s something to be said for mirroring the first season’s setup with Patty being the one in custody. This is the show’s final season, with ten episodes running through September, and I’m quite excited to see how it plays out.
Monday, September 19, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages (Season Finale)
Damages: Season 4, Episode 10 “Failure is Lonely” (B+)
Well, this finale was just about as intense as I would have expected, if not more. I’m most impressed by the way that the teases of the future that we’ve seen all season have become more intelligent as time has gone on, particularly with the boy and the blood, which proved not to be Sanchez’s, though Ellen sure seemed convinced. Patty moving forward with her case thanks to some help from Owen contrasted nicely with Ellen’s efforts to give in to save Chris, made much more difficult both by Patty and by Jerry’s decision to come along to sneak into the compound. The revelation that Jerry killed the three men in Chris’ unit isn’t much of a surprise, but the way it played out here, coupled with Jerry’s pledge that he would do it again, nicely wrapped up Jerry’s arc with a direct shot to the head from an extremely furious Chris. I like that AC gets a bit of vindication because he decides to believe and then help Chris, while Howard is hardly as innocent, forcing Chris to watch his Christmas sermon before his planned execution. That look in Howard’s eyes when he gets told it’s time by the FBI says it all. Ellen managed to get angrier than she ever has at Patty (partially due to the language allowed now), and it makes sense that she would be the one to testify against Patty’s character for Michael. Their meeting at the water is a season-ending tradition, yet somehow this one feels much worse than before, with plenty of insults hurled by both women. The biggest mystery is what’s in store for season five, which was commissioned last year when DirecTV acquired the show. Could it possibly be that they’re on opposite sides of a case? I’m definitely intrigued, since this was by far the best season this show has produced yet.
Season grade: A-
Season MVP: John Goodman & Dylan Baker
Well, this finale was just about as intense as I would have expected, if not more. I’m most impressed by the way that the teases of the future that we’ve seen all season have become more intelligent as time has gone on, particularly with the boy and the blood, which proved not to be Sanchez’s, though Ellen sure seemed convinced. Patty moving forward with her case thanks to some help from Owen contrasted nicely with Ellen’s efforts to give in to save Chris, made much more difficult both by Patty and by Jerry’s decision to come along to sneak into the compound. The revelation that Jerry killed the three men in Chris’ unit isn’t much of a surprise, but the way it played out here, coupled with Jerry’s pledge that he would do it again, nicely wrapped up Jerry’s arc with a direct shot to the head from an extremely furious Chris. I like that AC gets a bit of vindication because he decides to believe and then help Chris, while Howard is hardly as innocent, forcing Chris to watch his Christmas sermon before his planned execution. That look in Howard’s eyes when he gets told it’s time by the FBI says it all. Ellen managed to get angrier than she ever has at Patty (partially due to the language allowed now), and it makes sense that she would be the one to testify against Patty’s character for Michael. Their meeting at the water is a season-ending tradition, yet somehow this one feels much worse than before, with plenty of insults hurled by both women. The biggest mystery is what’s in store for season five, which was commissioned last year when DirecTV acquired the show. Could it possibly be that they’re on opposite sides of a case? I’m definitely intrigued, since this was by far the best season this show has produced yet.
Season grade: A-
Season MVP: John Goodman & Dylan Baker
Monday, September 12, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 4, Episode 9 “There’s a Whole Slew of Ladies With Bad Things To Say About the Taliban” (B+)
I don’t think I ever expected to say this, but it’s really good to see Patty being Patty. Aside from an imagined confession of incompetence from Michael that didn’t play out so well in reality, she’s back on track, emphasizing that she’s planning to crucify both Howard and Jerry, regardless of just how willing they both are to turn on each other. The abduction of the boy presented a frightening image of Howard, assuring him that he would never hurt him before making a furious threat to Jerry, who has thrown him under the bus completely. Ellen now just seems concerned with seeing Chris again, and it’s ambiguous as to whether he’s already dead or still marked for execution. I have to imagine that AC did something to save his friend’s life. There’s nothing quite so terrifying as the immediate transparency that comes when Howard decides to share something with someone, as is the case when AC asked to be read in on whatever was happening with Chris, who certainly wasn’t going to let Howard’s planned execution make him quake in his boots. The departure of Ellen’s latest love interest is of little consequence since we barely saw him, though I’m not sure his categorization of her as being highly driven is entirely accurate, especially given her latest ploy to drop the case in exchange for seeing her friend again. Next week marks the season finale already, and it’s definitely going to be one hell of an intense and overstuffed hour.
I don’t think I ever expected to say this, but it’s really good to see Patty being Patty. Aside from an imagined confession of incompetence from Michael that didn’t play out so well in reality, she’s back on track, emphasizing that she’s planning to crucify both Howard and Jerry, regardless of just how willing they both are to turn on each other. The abduction of the boy presented a frightening image of Howard, assuring him that he would never hurt him before making a furious threat to Jerry, who has thrown him under the bus completely. Ellen now just seems concerned with seeing Chris again, and it’s ambiguous as to whether he’s already dead or still marked for execution. I have to imagine that AC did something to save his friend’s life. There’s nothing quite so terrifying as the immediate transparency that comes when Howard decides to share something with someone, as is the case when AC asked to be read in on whatever was happening with Chris, who certainly wasn’t going to let Howard’s planned execution make him quake in his boots. The departure of Ellen’s latest love interest is of little consequence since we barely saw him, though I’m not sure his categorization of her as being highly driven is entirely accurate, especially given her latest ploy to drop the case in exchange for seeing her friend again. Next week marks the season finale already, and it’s definitely going to be one hell of an intense and overstuffed hour.
Monday, September 5, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 4, Episode 8 “The War Will Go On Forever” (B+)
I love it when things come together, especially on a show like this that delays gratification for so long. Watching Ellen and Patty depose Howard and bombard him with questions that he can’t answer just to see how he reacts was absolutely terrific and so satisfying. I liked Patty’s perspective on the situation: “We don’t have to win now, we just want to keep playing.” Ellen takes the cake, however, for ensuring that Howard’s smile was noted while he was saying “There will always be war, my services will be always be needed.” Patty did a great job getting the deposition ordered by completing destroying her opposing counsel’s argument that Dust Devil was both trivial and crucial. Jerry seemed to be breaking down as his French contact turned on him and then came to his home brandishing a gun, but sadly for her, she ended up packed rather neatly into a suitcase. What’s more than a little worrisome is the fact that Howard has tasked his people with staging an execution video in which Chris will be the unfortunate star. The interposition of Jerry calling Patty to serve Howard up on a platter, Howard celebrating his wife’s life with his kids, and Chris being abducted was perfectly chilling. Things aren’t looking good for Chris, and not so good for the ever-temperamental relationship between Patty and Ellen, as we learn that we’re only one week away from Ellen telling Patty not to mess with her while someone’s life hangs in the balance.
I love it when things come together, especially on a show like this that delays gratification for so long. Watching Ellen and Patty depose Howard and bombard him with questions that he can’t answer just to see how he reacts was absolutely terrific and so satisfying. I liked Patty’s perspective on the situation: “We don’t have to win now, we just want to keep playing.” Ellen takes the cake, however, for ensuring that Howard’s smile was noted while he was saying “There will always be war, my services will be always be needed.” Patty did a great job getting the deposition ordered by completing destroying her opposing counsel’s argument that Dust Devil was both trivial and crucial. Jerry seemed to be breaking down as his French contact turned on him and then came to his home brandishing a gun, but sadly for her, she ended up packed rather neatly into a suitcase. What’s more than a little worrisome is the fact that Howard has tasked his people with staging an execution video in which Chris will be the unfortunate star. The interposition of Jerry calling Patty to serve Howard up on a platter, Howard celebrating his wife’s life with his kids, and Chris being abducted was perfectly chilling. Things aren’t looking good for Chris, and not so good for the ever-temperamental relationship between Patty and Ellen, as we learn that we’re only one week away from Ellen telling Patty not to mess with her while someone’s life hangs in the balance.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 4, Episode 7 “I’m Worried About My Dog” (B+)
Things are certainly getting intense as we have some unexpected developments and surprising character interactions. Howard’s dream with his sons meeting a doomed Chris paved the way for some extensive contemplation on Howard’s part, but it’s all too clear from his visit to Afghanistan that he’s no longer interested in protecting his former employee. The reveal that Jerry’s prisoner is the young boy from the flash-forwards doesn’t necessarily tell us much, especially because Chris may not in fact be the one all bloody and dead who’s found by Ellen just one month from the current time. Howard’s interrogation of Chris was a fearsome scene, since Howard so rarely lets his emotions get the best of him and does the dirty work himself. The quick introduction and murder of Bill’s CIA contact was rather frightening, especially since it wasn’t even Jerry who was directly responsible for getting him killed. Patty settling her other case to get the French government to give up important information related to Howard and High Star was a big surprise, but what a strategic move on her part! The most shocking moment of the episode was when Ellen called Patty just so that she could talk directly to Jerry. While their plan to turn him is hopeless, he did manage to panic pretty quickly and tell his CIA buddy to cut Howard loose should send things in a rather interesting direction. Michael’s proving to be rather persistent in his efforts to undermine Patty and get to know his daughter, and I’m very worried that it’s going to get her terribly distracted from what’s truly important here.
Things are certainly getting intense as we have some unexpected developments and surprising character interactions. Howard’s dream with his sons meeting a doomed Chris paved the way for some extensive contemplation on Howard’s part, but it’s all too clear from his visit to Afghanistan that he’s no longer interested in protecting his former employee. The reveal that Jerry’s prisoner is the young boy from the flash-forwards doesn’t necessarily tell us much, especially because Chris may not in fact be the one all bloody and dead who’s found by Ellen just one month from the current time. Howard’s interrogation of Chris was a fearsome scene, since Howard so rarely lets his emotions get the best of him and does the dirty work himself. The quick introduction and murder of Bill’s CIA contact was rather frightening, especially since it wasn’t even Jerry who was directly responsible for getting him killed. Patty settling her other case to get the French government to give up important information related to Howard and High Star was a big surprise, but what a strategic move on her part! The most shocking moment of the episode was when Ellen called Patty just so that she could talk directly to Jerry. While their plan to turn him is hopeless, he did manage to panic pretty quickly and tell his CIA buddy to cut Howard loose should send things in a rather interesting direction. Michael’s proving to be rather persistent in his efforts to undermine Patty and get to know his daughter, and I’m very worried that it’s going to get her terribly distracted from what’s truly important here.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 4, Episode 6 “Add That Little Hopper To Your Stew” (B+)
I noted last week just how frustrating it was to see Ellen and Patty constantly get derailed as Jerry manages to single-handedly undermine them at every turn. This episode involves a few important developments, the most significant of which is the identification of Jerry, or his face at least, by Ellen and Patty, thanks to that crossword-addicted, conscience-bearing guard. I’m impressed that Ellen set a trap for Jerry by purposely using the cell phone she knew was being tapped, and she’s also being resourceful about trying to find Chris by tasking the reporter to locate him if he wants complete access to her story. Talking about David and Ellen’s personal life is an unexpected direction for the story, which usually steers clear of that, and we also have the return of Michael, whose initial meeting with Patty feels much like a hostile business transaction. Now that Katherine is officially fine, Patty is going to have to deal with Michael’s lawsuit for custody, which he likely won’t win. Jerry’s idea to get Nasim deported on immigration violations is, unfortunately, smart, and we finally get to see Jerry sit down and actually threaten someone directly, promising to kill his entire family if he ever identifies him to anyone. Howard, it seems, isn’t above directly threatening people either, furious about Ed backing out of the deal because of the lawsuit and then freely admitting to having gotten his grandson transferred to Afghanistan. While he seemed far more innocent before, it’s clear now that Howard is a villain worthy of show, determined to do whatever it takes to get what he wants.
I noted last week just how frustrating it was to see Ellen and Patty constantly get derailed as Jerry manages to single-handedly undermine them at every turn. This episode involves a few important developments, the most significant of which is the identification of Jerry, or his face at least, by Ellen and Patty, thanks to that crossword-addicted, conscience-bearing guard. I’m impressed that Ellen set a trap for Jerry by purposely using the cell phone she knew was being tapped, and she’s also being resourceful about trying to find Chris by tasking the reporter to locate him if he wants complete access to her story. Talking about David and Ellen’s personal life is an unexpected direction for the story, which usually steers clear of that, and we also have the return of Michael, whose initial meeting with Patty feels much like a hostile business transaction. Now that Katherine is officially fine, Patty is going to have to deal with Michael’s lawsuit for custody, which he likely won’t win. Jerry’s idea to get Nasim deported on immigration violations is, unfortunately, smart, and we finally get to see Jerry sit down and actually threaten someone directly, promising to kill his entire family if he ever identifies him to anyone. Howard, it seems, isn’t above directly threatening people either, furious about Ed backing out of the deal because of the lawsuit and then freely admitting to having gotten his grandson transferred to Afghanistan. While he seemed far more innocent before, it’s clear now that Howard is a villain worthy of show, determined to do whatever it takes to get what he wants.
Monday, August 15, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 4, Episode 5 “We’ll Just Have to Find Another Way to Cut the Balls Off of This Thing” (B+)
One of the things that makes this show work is something that makes it equally maddening to watch: the bad guys always seem to be ahead. Ellen has suffered through some much hardship trying to get this case tried, and she is continually defeated at every step. Even while he’s sick, Jerry manages to be furiously productive. It’s interesting to see him admit that he screwed up and that he doesn’t yet know how many casualties his error has created, showing weakness to one person with whom he clearly feels a connection. I knew that the FBI’s raid being interposed with shots of a sickly Jerry was a fake-out, but I didn’t realize that he had planted Nasim’s hairs on the bomb so that the unsuspecting Afghan could be framed for his crimes. It was a brilliant move, and I’m very worried that the map of his with a target marked on Hewes & Associates is going to conveniently resurface. Patty definitely doesn’t have heard in the game, concerned about her granddaughter to the point that she’s plagued by the one in thirty-two odds, best illustrated in the haunting final moments of the episode. For all his good intentions, Howard has become more of a villain as he begins to order Jerry around and, by episode’s end, tosses the incriminating photos into the fire and relaxes with a cigar. It doesn’t look like Ellen and her distracted partner are going to be making any headway on this case anytime soon.
One of the things that makes this show work is something that makes it equally maddening to watch: the bad guys always seem to be ahead. Ellen has suffered through some much hardship trying to get this case tried, and she is continually defeated at every step. Even while he’s sick, Jerry manages to be furiously productive. It’s interesting to see him admit that he screwed up and that he doesn’t yet know how many casualties his error has created, showing weakness to one person with whom he clearly feels a connection. I knew that the FBI’s raid being interposed with shots of a sickly Jerry was a fake-out, but I didn’t realize that he had planted Nasim’s hairs on the bomb so that the unsuspecting Afghan could be framed for his crimes. It was a brilliant move, and I’m very worried that the map of his with a target marked on Hewes & Associates is going to conveniently resurface. Patty definitely doesn’t have heard in the game, concerned about her granddaughter to the point that she’s plagued by the one in thirty-two odds, best illustrated in the haunting final moments of the episode. For all his good intentions, Howard has become more of a villain as he begins to order Jerry around and, by episode’s end, tosses the incriminating photos into the fire and relaxes with a cigar. It doesn’t look like Ellen and her distracted partner are going to be making any headway on this case anytime soon.
Sunday, August 7, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 4, Episode 4 “Next One’s On Me, Blondie” (B+)
Ellen’s initial daydream about Chris coming back to the US just to give her a kiss was too good to be true. It’s all but guaranteed that Chris is the one being tortured, hooded, and presumably ultimately killed in the flash-forwards to three months in the future. What was especially fascinating about this episode was the chain of command, with Jerry telling Howard that he needed to produce results, Howard being extremely against the idea, and AC asking once for clarification then simply following orders. The juxtaposition of Howard delivering his passionate sermon about sacrifices and the military with Sanchez being tortured by his former friend was powerful but hard to watch, and Jerry telling Howard moments later that he no longer needs the name was devastating since Howard is clearing transforming into a person he doesn’t want to be without any control over it. Nasim’s purpose turned out to be entirely different from what was indicated at the end of the last episode, but it doesn’t seem that he’s going to be surviving for too long if Jerry has any say in it, despite the presence of those tailing him. Judd Hirsch’s Bill Herndon seems like an unstable character at best, but he did manage to turn up some rather crucial evidence against High Star pretty quickly. I have a feeling that Patty is going to give it to Ellen despite her initial indications, and hopefully Ellen will have a fighting chance against the omniscient juggernaut that is High Star.
Ellen’s initial daydream about Chris coming back to the US just to give her a kiss was too good to be true. It’s all but guaranteed that Chris is the one being tortured, hooded, and presumably ultimately killed in the flash-forwards to three months in the future. What was especially fascinating about this episode was the chain of command, with Jerry telling Howard that he needed to produce results, Howard being extremely against the idea, and AC asking once for clarification then simply following orders. The juxtaposition of Howard delivering his passionate sermon about sacrifices and the military with Sanchez being tortured by his former friend was powerful but hard to watch, and Jerry telling Howard moments later that he no longer needs the name was devastating since Howard is clearing transforming into a person he doesn’t want to be without any control over it. Nasim’s purpose turned out to be entirely different from what was indicated at the end of the last episode, but it doesn’t seem that he’s going to be surviving for too long if Jerry has any say in it, despite the presence of those tailing him. Judd Hirsch’s Bill Herndon seems like an unstable character at best, but he did manage to turn up some rather crucial evidence against High Star pretty quickly. I have a feeling that Patty is going to give it to Ellen despite her initial indications, and hopefully Ellen will have a fighting chance against the omniscient juggernaut that is High Star.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 4, Episode 3 “I’d Prefer My Old Office” (B+)
We have a number of interesting developments in this episode, and they actually serve to move the storyline along rather quickly in some cases. Howard managed to find out a remarkable amount of information about the case very fast, learning that Ellen was the one bringing the case against him and planned to solicit testimony from Chris. Him going to talk to Ellen was a bit of a surprise, but not as much as Ellen sending Ellen in her place. I was impressed with Ellen because of that, and even more so with her successful trickery of opposing counsel into revealing that they can in fact easily get in touch with Chris. It didn’t take long for Chris to figure out that the intel they got was bogus, but AC was even quicker to reveal his hand and force Chris to provide false testimony to Ellen to ruin her case. What was commendable about Chris’ secret message to Ellen is that it was subtle enough that she hasn’t even been able to figure it out yet. Now Ellen has officially asked for Patty’s help in the case, so that should help intensify things in the coming weeks. It was somewhat peculiar to have Michael play such a prominent role in the flashbacks amid all this Afghanistan and High Star business, but his limo appearance at the end indicates that maybe he’ll play a bigger role in this season than he ever has before, one which will hopefully enhance rather than distract from the other storylines, like a foreign Muslin with a target marked on a map for Hewes & Associates.
We have a number of interesting developments in this episode, and they actually serve to move the storyline along rather quickly in some cases. Howard managed to find out a remarkable amount of information about the case very fast, learning that Ellen was the one bringing the case against him and planned to solicit testimony from Chris. Him going to talk to Ellen was a bit of a surprise, but not as much as Ellen sending Ellen in her place. I was impressed with Ellen because of that, and even more so with her successful trickery of opposing counsel into revealing that they can in fact easily get in touch with Chris. It didn’t take long for Chris to figure out that the intel they got was bogus, but AC was even quicker to reveal his hand and force Chris to provide false testimony to Ellen to ruin her case. What was commendable about Chris’ secret message to Ellen is that it was subtle enough that she hasn’t even been able to figure it out yet. Now Ellen has officially asked for Patty’s help in the case, so that should help intensify things in the coming weeks. It was somewhat peculiar to have Michael play such a prominent role in the flashbacks amid all this Afghanistan and High Star business, but his limo appearance at the end indicates that maybe he’ll play a bigger role in this season than he ever has before, one which will hopefully enhance rather than distract from the other storylines, like a foreign Muslin with a target marked on a map for Hewes & Associates.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages
Damages: Season 4, Episode 2 “I’ve Done Way Too Much For This Girl” (B+)
Things are getting typically dark on this show as some major developments occur in this season’s strong second episode. The most surprising act is Ellen’s purposeful duplicity, hiring one of her classmates to come scare her while she’s sitting with Patty to encourage Patty to offer her assistance to Ellen in trying the case against High Star. That’s a level to which Ellen had not previously descended, but it’s clear that her commitment to this case has also strengthened her resolve. It was refreshing also to see her take a stand and chew out her boss rather directly and sternly for not taking the case. If only she had gotten her point across sooner, before Howard paid an unexpected visit to Sanchez’s apartment and Boorman orchestrated an entire fabricated plot against him to convince him to reenlist and head back to Afghanistan. Finding out that AC is fully in league with Howard is unsettling, and it would seem that putting Sanchez out of his misery would be easier and more fitting than stringing him along a fake hunt for revenge in Afghanistan. I was amused by many of Patty’s scenes in this episode, most notably those with her therapist, played by Fisher Stevens, well known for producing “The Cove” and for guest starring as Phoebe’s obnoxious boyfriend Roger on “Friends.” Her version of the story of how her doorman Perry’s nose got broken was also rather hilarious, as was his rather unexcited visit to Patty’s apartment to make a delivery.
Things are getting typically dark on this show as some major developments occur in this season’s strong second episode. The most surprising act is Ellen’s purposeful duplicity, hiring one of her classmates to come scare her while she’s sitting with Patty to encourage Patty to offer her assistance to Ellen in trying the case against High Star. That’s a level to which Ellen had not previously descended, but it’s clear that her commitment to this case has also strengthened her resolve. It was refreshing also to see her take a stand and chew out her boss rather directly and sternly for not taking the case. If only she had gotten her point across sooner, before Howard paid an unexpected visit to Sanchez’s apartment and Boorman orchestrated an entire fabricated plot against him to convince him to reenlist and head back to Afghanistan. Finding out that AC is fully in league with Howard is unsettling, and it would seem that putting Sanchez out of his misery would be easier and more fitting than stringing him along a fake hunt for revenge in Afghanistan. I was amused by many of Patty’s scenes in this episode, most notably those with her therapist, played by Fisher Stevens, well known for producing “The Cove” and for guest starring as Phoebe’s obnoxious boyfriend Roger on “Friends.” Her version of the story of how her doorman Perry’s nose got broken was also rather hilarious, as was his rather unexcited visit to Patty’s apartment to make a delivery.
Monday, July 18, 2011
What I’m Watching: Damages (Season Premiere)
Damages: Season 4, Episode 1 “There’s Only One Way to Try a Case” (B+)
There’s something about a year-plus gap and a network switch that increases my excitement about this show exponentially. I feel strongly that each successive season of this show has been considerably better than the previous one, and if this premiere is any indication, I have a feeling this is going to be the strongest season yet. I like the idea of a complete cast change-up each season, with only Glenn Close and Rose Byrne, whom I’ve grown considerably fonder of this summer, sticking around as excellent actors are added to the ensemble. John Goodman is superb as Howard T. Erickson, revealed via television footage rather than a direct conversation, clearly angry, vicious, and desperate, but smart and controlled enough not to be willing to harm his own men. Dylan Baker’s Jerry Boorman, on the other hand, seems more than ready to do what needs to be done, killing the therapist simply because Chris told him the truth. I’m thrilled to see Chris Messina playing a darker role than usual as Chris Sanchez, almost unrecognizable in the promotional photos, upset and disturbed by the illegal final mission which led to the death of his fellow men. Also popping up in the pilot are Julie White as Congresswoman Donna Chase, interrogating Howard on the stand and then trying out guns with him, and Tom Noonan, back in a new role as a private investigator hired by unavailable mother Patty to track down her absentee son. Not much has changed aside from the major case, with Patty still trying to replace Ellen and the two still working together on the side without being directly involved. The flash-forward at the beginning of the episode is only three months ahead, and I’d presume that it’s Chris under that hood. The final moments of the episode reveal a familiar sight: Ellen showing up devastated to a pool of blood. This season is definitely going to be good, and now that the show’s on DirecTV, there’s a possibility for the occasional swearing, and it makes sense that its first invocation would be Patty getting cursed out for doing something slimy.
There’s something about a year-plus gap and a network switch that increases my excitement about this show exponentially. I feel strongly that each successive season of this show has been considerably better than the previous one, and if this premiere is any indication, I have a feeling this is going to be the strongest season yet. I like the idea of a complete cast change-up each season, with only Glenn Close and Rose Byrne, whom I’ve grown considerably fonder of this summer, sticking around as excellent actors are added to the ensemble. John Goodman is superb as Howard T. Erickson, revealed via television footage rather than a direct conversation, clearly angry, vicious, and desperate, but smart and controlled enough not to be willing to harm his own men. Dylan Baker’s Jerry Boorman, on the other hand, seems more than ready to do what needs to be done, killing the therapist simply because Chris told him the truth. I’m thrilled to see Chris Messina playing a darker role than usual as Chris Sanchez, almost unrecognizable in the promotional photos, upset and disturbed by the illegal final mission which led to the death of his fellow men. Also popping up in the pilot are Julie White as Congresswoman Donna Chase, interrogating Howard on the stand and then trying out guns with him, and Tom Noonan, back in a new role as a private investigator hired by unavailable mother Patty to track down her absentee son. Not much has changed aside from the major case, with Patty still trying to replace Ellen and the two still working together on the side without being directly involved. The flash-forward at the beginning of the episode is only three months ahead, and I’d presume that it’s Chris under that hood. The final moments of the episode reveal a familiar sight: Ellen showing up devastated to a pool of blood. This season is definitely going to be good, and now that the show’s on DirecTV, there’s a possibility for the occasional swearing, and it makes sense that its first invocation would be Patty getting cursed out for doing something slimy.
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