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I felt that too. I hope it manifests in the future. I took it that they partnered up for these rigged fights to split the money; hence Wong reminding him about controlling his punches. I loved that scene. Great way to address the Orientalism of the character's history as a poke to those who felt a man named after a chicken dish or an orange was the big bad.

My take?

Nate needs to be struck off. This was one situation where Beard's zen like demeanor realy annoyed me. He should have went harder on Nate. And all this talk in the thread about something dark happening I really worried that Colin would try to kill himself. Glad that wasn't the case. As usual the show is wonderful in dealing with relationships in a mature way and not dragging drama out.

There is an additional scene. One mid-credit and an end-credit. Solid film and yes, it does get unwieldy towards the end but it's the same for most (all?) Marvel films where they just have never-ending fight scenes that become a blur. Really, really good time and a great film to see in the theaters.

James Gunn headed the Twitter watch party the other day for The Suicide Squad and offered up some tidbits. -If you notice Taika has his arm around little Ratcatcher 2 on the tower the same way RC2 puts her arm around present day Bloodsport, giving him the love she wished she could. And Bloodsport finds his truest redemption in being vulnerable, not in power. #TSSWatchParty -I shot this comedy scene with Flag & Harley & Bloodsport (she catches them sneaking in) the day I found out my 16 year old dog was dying & I flew from Panama back to Atlanta to be with him, shutting down production for one day. #TSSWatchParty -“Obstacles are opportunities” is MY motto, which I say all the time both while making movies & in life. And, also, I drew Ultra-Bunny, the character on Rick’s T-shirt. #TSSWatchParty -You’ll be able to see the deleted scene on the Blu Ray. Thinker tries to manipulate Polka Dot Man into helping him and PDM almost gives in but instead shoots him in the ear. #TSSWatchParty -So @Dastmalchian started crying when we first tested out the body-horrific polka dot makeup (also practical) because he always loved Lon Chaney & Boris Karloff #TSSWatchParty -Important to note if you look at the life signals in the Comms hub TDK isn’t dead. @NathanFillion #TSSWatchParty

I think this season is dealing with reckoning of ones' self but I do not see it taking a dark turn at all. That would be such a huge departure from what the show is. For example in the Brett Goldstein Indiewire posted up-thread and he pointed out some things that went over my head; especially in regards to Nate. He says Nate has always had that mean streak in him - pointing out when Nate yelled at Ted and Beard before realizing who they were and how he had his take down for all the players at the ready. He's someone who has just never felt emboldened enough to show that nasty streak in himself. Goldstein also pointed out his self-loathing (spitting at himself in the mirror). So I think as some people are showing more of their true selves: Yes, Roy has always been gruff but we knew in S1 he had a soft interior the way he stuck up for Nate and his interactions with Phoebe. Jamie was a selfish, arrogant player, but we knew he was willing to change and we're seeing proof of that this season. Meanwhile, Nate is showing the less kind side of himself and Ted is showing the side of him that isn't able to bounce back quickly with a quip; someone who struggles.

Big and Cheese episode tonight. Really great stuff.

The Hollywood Critics Association's TV awards were announced tonight. TED LASSO won four awards. Best Streaming Series (Comedy) Best Actor in a Streaming Series (Comedy) - Jason Sudeikis Best Supporting Actor in a Streaming Series (Comedy) - Brett Goldstein Best Supporting Actress in a Streaming Series(Comedy) - Hannah Waddingham (a tie w/ Hannah Einbinder of HBO Max's HACKS)

If you like British television Peacock has distribution rights to a few I've enjoyed like "We Are Lady Parts" (comedy), "Code 404" (comedy), "The Capture" (drama). I didn't love "Intelligence" but some say it's good (comedy created by and starring Nick Mohammed of "Ted Lasso"). Of Peacock's original programming I liked their adaptation of "Brave New World" and "Saved by the Bell".

But was that the original theme? Even Ted says to Trent Crimm The Independent in the episode of the same name that he's not concerned with winning or losing. And considering Richmond still went into relegation shows it's more about turning them into winners - the Lasso Way is to give his team guidance on being better versions of themselves on and off the pitch.

I love Campbell and her friendship with Abby, though I do see that side of Campbell which is selfish and wants to keep Abby to herself and their circle. S2 it seems fine because now what Abby is out of a relationship and Campbell is in her grief they're relying on each other. The real test will be with Abby gets back onto the dating scene or when she's ready to stand up to Campbell and put up perimeters for their friendship.

I think it's indicative of how lawless Gotham is. A place rife with crime and desperation is going to have people on the take: cops, politicians, prison guards.

It's realistic, though. So often I've seen friends be in bad relationships w/ the absolute worst people and we counsel and give advice, but people do what they want to do and have to find their own breaking point. And it's obvious Beard is as obsessed with Jane as she is with him.

I loved those elements because they came straight from various comics. When Bruce feared that Jason tossed a pimp off the roof he sent him to Dr. Leslie Thompkins. The difference is that Jason never attended a session. And when Bruce "died" and Jason watched his video message to him Bruce apologized for not getting him the help he needed. Also, Jason melting under Bruce calling him son. The two headscratchers for me. I assumed Crane and Jason had a fake out planned but no, Jason went in half cocked with no plan and got slaughtered. I'm assuming Crane had the guy who provides him with his weed and fire at Arkham to transport dead Jason. Comics! Jason's motivations make sense to me. He's trying to burn it all down because Bruce didn't avenge him and because he hates how Bruce tiptoes around doing what needs to be done (in his eyes). But in this incarnation he really wants to kill the Titans because they weren't welcoming? Or chaffing at the bit under Bruce because he has the temerity to not want Jason to be a psycho? Madness.

Dang, now that it's out there in the atmosphere I wouldn't mind Rebecca and Jamie. I went from Trent Crimm, The Independent / Rebecca; Sam/Rebecca (maybe too meta a "Cheers" reference) and now I'm all aboard the Jamie/Rebecca train.

Now I'm thinking the Bantr buddy is Sam. I watched an interview with Bill Lawrence from October and he said the reason why he wanted Sam to be the one to implore Rebecca to join the team for their team de-ghosting or whatever ritual is that they had hopes for a second and third season and the writers had plans on how Sam and Rebecca get to know each other.

Definitely my favourite episode so far; written by two formers Smallville producers and writers Turi Meyers and Al Septien. Loved

Looking back I realize I've seen him on "Absolutely Fabulous" but the first time I actually recall noticing him was on "Being Human". He was only 2 episodes but he was so great in it. A real stand out. Lance said his manager wanted him to audition for Higgins but he knew he would never get it. He was more attracted to Ted Crimm and asked to go for that role even though he knew (assumed) it would be a one-off.

Like "Atlanta" and "Dave", this is more of a dramedy. There were really nice comedic touches to this like Garrett Hedlund as the Native American fetishest. As soon as Bear's mom woke up and they panned to the portrait of the stallion I wondered if it would turn out of he was a chaser. Her fantasy sequence where he asked the servant, "What is this herb? Is it an Indian herb?" And she replied "Mint". had me howling. The dick microphone and the acoustic version of "Greasy Frybread" that closed out the episode were nice, funny touches. But yeah, this was definitely leaning more on the drama from the seemingly impending friendship fracture between Elora and the others, to poor Bear and his trifling father. I also love that Rita isn't just made out to be a self-sacrificing single mom. She's on the pull and was even willing to let Punkin sleep on her sofa because she wouldn't mind sleeping with him again.

She slid them off so easily makes it seem to be clip-ons. Rich people stay rich by keeping their money. Also, some rich men like to think their mistresses like them for who they are, not their wealth so they don't extend anything to them. I loved the world building and chemistry between Jackman and Ferguson. Also, it was a helluva lot less complicated than "Westworld'.

Someone threw out a suggestion on Twitter that normally I would think was a reach but upon reflection would make sense. Someone suggested what if Trent Crimm, The Independent was Rebecca's Bantr buddy? The only reason why it slightly makes sense is because James Lance did a podcast a few months ago to promote a film and he was really effusive about series 2 which made it seem s if he's read all of S2 scripts, which he would not have had the chance to do if he was just a day player. He also confirmed that he's been asked back for series 3. I understand wanting to check his availability, but he seemed pretty locked in saying that it will film early next year.

It reminds me of one of my favourite The Simpsons line, "Not hard to see why it's (Do Shut Up) England's longest-running series, and today, we're showing all seven episodes".

The first three episodes have been released.

Bless artists who can get something as adventurous, audacious and daring as this made, and it will find its audience. However, that audience is not me. There were some extremely beautiful and transfixing moments but it's too discordant a film. I've read that Leos Carax’s earlier film HOLY MOTORS is more polarizing than ANNETTE so I guess this is supposed to be his more palatable film.

I don't think the series would ever get as dark as what it appears but, to me, Nate's actions make sense. He's a short guy who has been picked on by these "alpha" types and he replicating behaviour that he likely think is how a "real man" would act. Especially trying to come onto the host. He's going to need a sit down with the psychologist for sure. Add me to another who thought racism may be at play re: the host and Nate. But then again I'm Black and went I went to London in 2005 I had a hard time getting served at several restaurants, including the cafe in my hotel so I was bringing my own experience to the table. Glad it was just benign snobbery! I wonder if it's Sudeikis or Bill Lawrence who loves "She's a Rainbow". I love the song but from it to go from Higgins' wife's ringtone to an extended scene and reference shows a reverence for it. I'm curious because on Kirsten Wiig's final SNL Mick Jagger was the host and he sang "She's a Rainbow" while her castmates took turn dancing with her and Sudeikis was noticeably emotional.