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Episode Recap: "Everett Poe"
Just as I had heard, this third episode had more drama and less comedy than the first two episodes. As anyone who lives in Los Angeles can attest, it's not all sunshine and lollipops all the time here in La-La-Land. So I was not surprised at the tone throughout most of this hour. It didn't mean there weren’t any zingers every now and then, thanks to two of my favorite Nip/Tuck writers, Lyn Greene and Richard Levine (Richard also directed the episode). I'll get to some of those great lines later, but let me first get this out of the way: That opening scene with Sean and Kate (Paula Marshall) in the hot tub was really crappy. Sorry... couldn't resist. You learn a new thing every day. Kate learned never to take laxatives before getting into a hot tub with her lover. At first I thought it was blood, didn't you? Poor Kate. You knew Christian was going to go to town on that with Sean, even making loud farting noises. But you also knew that it was never going to leave Sean's mind. S--t happens. OK, I'll stop. For now.
I loved how Liz couldn't quite believe Julia was a full-on lesbian after she had lunch with Julia and Olivia (Portia de Rossi). An example of those aforementioned great lines: After Christian mentioned that "Julia moved to Lesbania," Liz answered with, "Julia is just a tourist. She hasn’t taken up residency and I don't think she plans to." Enter Christian. Of course, in his mind, he could switch Julia back to his side. Nice try, hot shot. After Christian and Julia had sex and Christian was so overly confident, it was not a surprise for the very quiet Julia to reveal that the whole idea was Olivia's: "She said the only way to get you out of my system was to sleep with you. I guess she was right." Ouch.
Earlier, it was pretty ironic that both Julia and Sean weren't being, shall we say, responsive while in bed with their significant other. But they both had a lot on their minds, of course. All Sean had to do to spruce it up was to fantasize about Eden, Olivia's daughter. Can we talk about AnnaLynne McCord as Eden? The last time I recall an actress oozing that much sex on screen was Angelina Jolie in Gia. Methinks AnnaLynne has quite a career ahead of her. And Eden is a virgin! When she came to Sean to get her hymen reconstructed after a horseback-riding incident, I thought she was kidding. Something tells me her days as a virgin are numbered. Sean, you dirty bird.
Well, Sean may be a dirty bird, but apparently Kimber is a dirty crystal-meth addict. Oh, Kimber, why do you think they call it dope? I knew something seemed strange when Matt walked into Sean's bedroom with a lost and lethargic look on his face (why was Sean showering with the bathroom door open, by the way?). Christian had just given Matt $200, so why did Matt need more? Of course, drugs are expensive. It was already questionable when Matt said he left Kimber and took their baby daughter Jenna with him because Kimber couldn't "handle being a mother." Although I'm not a Scientology supporter, it didn't make sense that Kimber took Matt's $250,000 and "gave it to the church." Since they showed Matt and Kimber both partaking at the end, can we assume both of them are addicts?
Speaking of addicts, I didn't know that was Michael Des Barres as plastic-surgery addict Everett Poe until I saw the opening guest-star credits and then recognized his voice. There are so many people in this town like Everett who refer to themselves as "plastic-surgery perfectionists." You know the ones. When they make a comment at a party, you look at them and wonder if they are being sarcastic or serious. You just can't tell... because their face doesn't move when they speak. Michael did a fabulous job, though.
Another person I was excited to see in the guest-star credits was Susan Blakely. Here's where I show my age: I have been a Susan fan ever since Rich Man, Poor Man. Those of you who are... younger... may not know this, but RMPM was one of the very first miniseries ever and Susan was the sexy vixen female star. Susan has aged extremely well and I was so glad to see her as Valerie Farrell, the woman who mistook Christian for a prostitute. Good for Christian for going along with it and stealing the actual man-for-hire's client. I like how they left it so we weren't sure if Christian exited with the cash.
How worried should we be about Annie going to the same school as Eden, the one who called her "Pudge" and told her to "lay off the carbs"? I predict P.J. Bloom will play Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal" during an episode sometime soon: "Annie, are you OK? Are you OK, Annie?" Speaking of P.J. Bloom, his genius music choices this week included "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" played during Everett Poe's chin-cleft surgery. What made it even better was that it was the Devo version rather than the Rolling Stones original. (Doesn't Everett's face look like it could be on an old animated Devo album cover?) Other musical gems: Featuring "I Know What Boys Like" by The Waitresses during Sean's first fantasy scene examining Eden, and "Rehab" by Amy Winehouse while Kimber and Matt were mething around (no, I don't have a lisp). But the best song choice was when Julia showed up on the beach with Christian and the song "California" by Rogue Wave was playing. Very fitting lyrics for Christian's mood: "Screw California/ And friends that are never there/And places that they oughta/Pretend that they even care."
More examples of a first-rate script:
— Julia to the way-too-confident Christian after they had sex: "Is that what gave you an orgasm? Imagining the look on Sean's face when you told him we were together?" Christian: "That's ridiculous. I love you." Julia: "How can you love what you can't see?"
— Matt handing Kimber the money he got "courtesy of My Two Dads."
— Valerie describing how long it's been since she's been with a man and comparing it to the California drought: "It's been a long, dry season." Christian: "Well, I hope you brought an umbrella. Because they're predicting thunderstorms."
What did you think? Chime in and comment away....
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Nov 14, 2007 2:55 AM
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I would like to see a backstory on why and how those 2 decided to do meth.
I loved tonight's episode. It had me rollling. I also thought that the crap was blood. But why on Earth would Sean tell Christian about the hot tub incident....he had to of known that Christian was going to go to town with that info. But it still had me rolling with all of those oneliners he was given.
Tonights music choice was brillant. My favorite was "California", "Rehab", and "I know what boys like". I would absoutly die from laughter if PJ Bloom plays "Smooth Criminal". That would be such a riot to hear if Annie will be trouble thanks to Eden.
Cant wait for next weeks episode. Rosie will be back as Dawn Budge.
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Nov 14, 2007 4:58 AM
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Tonight's episode was very good with clever song choices as usual.
The incident in the hot tub in the opener was actually a real video on the internet that was sent to me a few months ago. An unknown group of kids were filming a music video and one of the girls let loose in the hot tub. I've never seen kids move so fast to get out and she was definitely mortified. I'm sure it's somewhere floating around on youtube or myspace.
When Sean's son was eyeballing his wallet and circling like a hungry jackal, it was apparent he was a dope fiend--he did his homework.
Next week seems to be just as juicy. Rosy will get her mouth stitched closed. I'm sure O'Reilly, Trump, Walters and other unknowns in the anti-Rosie club will tune in just to see the the stitching and wish it was real life, not TV fantasyland. LOL!
I, for one, think Rosie is hilarious--and her politicking draws no opinion from me. She will always be a comedian/actress in my eyes. I don't give her the power that others do.
Can't wait until the next episode.
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Nov 14, 2007 8:55 AM
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Great episode and hilarious review, Dave! No, you are not the only one who remembers Susan Blakely - I was happy you brought her up. Rich Man, Poor Man was classic late seventies television and starred Peter Strauss and Nick Nolte, back when Nick was actually a young, up & coming hottie (the younger crowd is probably thinking "No way!" but it's true).
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Nov 14, 2007 10:40 AM
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 << I knew something seemed strange when Matt walked into Sean's bedroom with a lost and lethargic look on his face >>>
Oh boy......THAT is Matt's NORMAL look if you ask me.
I cannot stand the kid. Never could.
The show would be fine WITHOUT this guy.
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Nov 14, 2007 10:55 AM
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I was enjoying this season until Julia, Matt and Kimber returned. Aren't we just rehasing the same old bad plotlines from previous seasons?
And, oh no, Sean is going to be tempted by other teenager...just like last year's baby-sitter.
We need more Liz - she is great - and more of guest starts like Lauren Hutton. Sean and Christian are the heart of this show. Let's fous on them!
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Nov 14, 2007 11:09 AM
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Dramalady: I completely agree that Matt is the worst part of this show. I’ve hated him since Season 1 and was hoping he wouldn’t turn up in California. Matt and Kimber are so tired as characters. Now, all I’m going to think about is the fate of that poor baby.
Speaking of babies…what happened to Christian’s son? He was there in the first ep and now he’s gone? I hate a disappearing baby act.
Thank you, Dave, for helping me out with Susan Blakely’s name. I noticed her instantly, but couldn’t place her. Wasn’t she in some critically acclaimed sitcom in the early 90s that got canceled mid-season? I simply must check my IMDB. I had Michael Des Barres pegged the minute he hit the screen. His mannerisms and eyes are a dead giveaway. I’ve missed him.
Oh…and one more thing. If one were to…say…have an accident in the hot tub, wouldn’t one take a shower and get the hell out of there as fast as possible instead hanging around and grossing out one’s boyfriend?! I thought so.
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Nov 14, 2007 11:23 AM
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righteousapple: They both seemed to have wet hair when they were talking post-tub. Probably from taking a shower!
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Nov 14, 2007 11:47 AM
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The Eden character can definitely only be considered a 'virgin' in the technical sense of the word, considering all the other things she listed as trying, I wouldn't really consider her a true virgin. I think virgin, I think pure innocence, and nothing about Eden brings those words to mind.
But my favorite part was Julia's dialog made after sleeping with Christian, then walking out the door.
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Nov 14, 2007 12:45 PM
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I don't know if it's because I'm a straight woman, but I found Eden's "sexiness" icky. Maybe it was just too much! Every time she was onscreen, I'd felt like I'd been slimed. She just creeped me out ... and not in a good way.
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Nov 14, 2007 2:15 PM
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I know Matt gets a bad rap,(he does look less like Michael Jackson this season), but I actually find him a good actor & was thrilled to have him & Kimber back. She's always been such a pathetic character & I for one think the meth issue will be interesting to watch. Thought the filming of that scene was great.
I just love this show for being so different & so cutting edge. I did feel for Liz as I thought not only did she capture Julia's resistance, but also that she was slightly jealous she hasn't been that lucky in love.
And that nasty little Eden. My, my, my! Rosie's back next week & I can't wait!!
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Nov 14, 2007 2:16 PM
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I was a little surprised that Sean didn't have a nurse in the exam room when he was performing the surgery on Eden or in any of her post-op check ups. Then Eden couldn't have been so provacative or if she still was - he would have had a witness to it.
I liked this episode better than the first two.
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Nov 14, 2007 4:56 PM
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lizzybelle: That was my thought too. Why on earth would Sean tell Christian about the hot tub crap? Doesn't make any sense, but then their whole relationship doesn't. I am not sure why I am trying to watch this show again as any real friendship like Christian and Sean's would have split up long ago. I dislike Matt too... so much and would like to see him gone.
On the other hand, Eden was so hot! and loved seeing Susan Blakely. Fell in love with her on Rich Man, Poor Man.. She has aged beautifully!
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Nov 15, 2007 2:20 AM
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I honestly felt like this was the best episode of the season so far. The other two weren't bad but this one kept me interested the entire time. I'm not a huge Matt fan but I think he actually did a great job as a desperate drug addict...as soon as I saw the way he was holding himself and staring at the wallet it was obvious where it was going. Best I have seen him so far as well. All around this episode was great!
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Nov 15, 2007 2:50 AM
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Why the heck did Sean just not tell the "moms" about Eden's inappropriate dialogue with him as well as her proposition? And that he didn't feel she would be a good influence on Annie? Would any mother have not taken action on that? And how could two medical doctors not see that Matt was strung out? It was rather apparent. Good episode and definitely great music choices.
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Nov 15, 2007 1:28 PM
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