I just love Will Poulter's cameo in this episode. I'm so glad they didn't make him a jerk, as a lesser show would've done. He's firm, but never once degrades, insults or even humiliates Marcus. I'm sure Marcus is gonna remember him fondly as a mentor in the future.
I’m glad this ep hit so much for you like it did for me. The show constantly shifting its perspective and view really works. They let the dialogue breathe and scenes play out in a believable way that you get lost in the convos. Any other show prob wouldn’t bother with an entire Marcus ep. But that’s why it’s so good. Everyone has a story worth telling.
Love the bait and switch this episode pulled with Will Poulter's character Luca. When you first meet him, you think he's gonna be a little elitist and look down on Marcus for his ability but as they interact you get to see he's this kind, understanding human being who does a lot to help Marcus follow his passion. Great writing
absolutely, and it makes from some really organic and natural character development. real people don't always progress in a linear way, there's lots of bumps and setbacks like each of these characters experience-it's so refreshing to see how much depth and attention is put into each of their stories.
I lost a parent about a year ago, after a few years of taking care of him with my mom. The opening scene of him going to visit his mother, and the love and undying devotion he showed- for real made me break down crying. It was so beautiful to me. I can handle the other times he checks up on her, but that first scene we got at the start of the season hit me like a freight train. Lionel Boyce is KILLING it!
I've watched this show a year ago when it came out, and I always remember Marcus' journey - his trip to Denmark. Something about finding his quietness, his calmness on that boat, afar from everything, and discovering and exploring his passion and love of the craft, and life, it was so simple yet so beautiful.... dunno, something about it.
This is my favorite episode among a lot of top notch episodes. The bike part seems a bit disjointed at first, but there is such a purity to it. He just happens to be in the time and place to help someone who is helpless, perhaps even saving his life. They don't speak a common language. All the social norms and uncertainties fall away and he just hugs him for helping him. Just for being there. Being in the right place, at the right time. I think that's at the scene's core. If he hadn't travelled to a foreign city and been working those weird hours, he wouldn't have been there to help. Just a few moments meant so much to someone else.
I think the scene with the bike accident is supposed to be to show, that Marcus can actually have an impact out in the world - even though he feels guilty not being with his mom (where he feels helpless anyway)
Last episode, Richie offered Sugar a Sprite (universal drink for morning sickness) Sugar announces she's pregnant and Richie says "I f%cking knew it!" Richie is my fave character! 😂😂
Yeah, this episode you just settle into the calmness. When you realise the other shoe isn't going to drop with Will Poulter. He isn't going to turn toxic. He's going to genuinely help, inspire and find camaraderie with Marcus. Then that out of the blue accident, perhaps about life's randomness, but they weathered together it and found human connection. It's a lovely episode 💛
James! This was a great episode! Because my personal life experiences are different from yours, an upcoming episode resonates more with me than this one. My travels once took me to Amsterdam, and, everywhere you look is like a painting, I'm sure Italy must have been like that for you. The color palette everywhere you go is different, and perfect. I hope your time in Korea is unbelievable and magnificent.
Yeah...this episode is special. Better Call Saul & More Always Sunny & Succession & The Bear on Patreon! Click here: www.patreon.com/jamesvscinema Have a great day y'all!
One of my favs, the biker moment reminds me of the tone of Atlanta. Theres a weird awkwardness culturally and visually leaving this surreal possible omnious presence in the background.
Will Poulter is correct, lol! (He's worth remembering...) There are a lot of interesting interpretations of that scene where Marcus shows his selflessness by helping that cyclist (An IRL food critic/celebrity FROM Copenhagen- I believe). It works as a normal scene that displays Marcus's character really well (he's a saint), But I couldn't say for certain what it meant or what its purpose was. It was definitely beautiful, regardless. I love every moment of this episode. (Watched the entire outro, no worries- lol)
The scene with the biker where he asks he’s sure he wants to get back on the bike, to me at least, seems like an allusion to the series as a whole. Dude wrecks. He’s found by someone. Given a deep meaningful hug. Gets back on the bike. Might wreck again. But he gets back on.
There's a theory that the young chef that became better than Luca is Carmy. Which gives it an interesting perspective. Carmy succeeded as a chef but is always mentally struggling on what to do with his life, while Luca didn't succeed but is perfectly happy where is currently.
To your question about Denmark and Sweden, if you Google "2 countries who've been most at war" you will find that there is a slight rivalry between our nations hahaha. It's all love now, we pretend to not like each other because it's funny, but we don't actually have any real animosity. If something dumb happens in the other country we will laugh, but that's the extent. If you tell a Swede that you think IKEA is Danish, I do however think you will get an annoyed reaction hahahha.
Ramy Youssef (sp?) who directed this episode really did something special - definitely check out his work, his performance in Poor Things was wonderful too
I love this episode. It's top 3 of the series for me (6 and 7 of this season round out my personal favorites). This one is just so chill, which is obviously not common with the series, and Will Poulter is a terrific guest star.
If you think this is the best just wait until Fishes, Forks and the title episode. You have some more treats in store. That’s what makes the show so good.
Oh, you may think it's the best episode... But wait for Ep. 7. It's possibly the single greatest episode of TV I've ever seen. And this one is a brilliant, tight focused piece of joy. But wait...
Dane here. While there is a good natured rivalry between Denmark and Sweden, I can't imagine us being offended if someone said IKEA was danish. But if you do the opposite and for example say that LEGO was swedish, we will definitely correct you!! 😅
This is very para-social, I know, but you know James is the most chill friend you can smoke a blunt with and show your favorite movies and tv shows to.
I just love Will Poulter's cameo in this episode. I'm so glad they didn't make him a jerk, as a lesser show would've done. He's firm, but never once degrades, insults or even humiliates Marcus. I'm sure Marcus is gonna remember him fondly as a mentor in the future.
I agree pertaining to the existential nature of this show. This show feels like a therapy session with a clear takeaway life message by the end.
I’m glad this ep hit so much for you like it did for me. The show constantly shifting its perspective and view really works. They let the dialogue breathe and scenes play out in a believable way that you get lost in the convos. Any other show prob wouldn’t bother with an entire Marcus ep. But that’s why it’s so good. Everyone has a story worth telling.
Love the bait and switch this episode pulled with Will Poulter's character Luca. When you first meet him, you think he's gonna be a little elitist and look down on Marcus for his ability but as they interact you get to see he's this kind, understanding human being who does a lot to help Marcus follow his passion. Great writing
IT ONLY GETS BETTER FROM HEREEEE
Can’t wait till he gets to Ep 7, He should lose his “Artistic Appreciation” SHļT!! 🥺🤩
Like duuuuuuude the journey is just beginning. This is a masterpiece
Thank you for giving L Boy his props!!! I was so happy to see him go from Odd Future to HERE. Love it.
The dialog in this series is top tier. All the conversations and interactions feel real. The dialog doesn't sound like actors reading from a script.
absolutely, and it makes from some really organic and natural character development. real people don't always progress in a linear way, there's lots of bumps and setbacks like each of these characters experience-it's so refreshing to see how much depth and attention is put into each of their stories.
I lost a parent about a year ago, after a few years of taking care of him with my mom. The opening scene of him going to visit his mother, and the love and undying devotion he showed- for real made me break down crying. It was so beautiful to me. I can handle the other times he checks up on her, but that first scene we got at the start of the season hit me like a freight train.
Lionel Boyce is KILLING it!
I've watched this show a year ago when it came out, and I always remember Marcus' journey - his trip to Denmark.
Something about finding his quietness, his calmness on that boat, afar from everything, and discovering and exploring his passion and love of the craft, and life, it was so simple yet so beautiful.... dunno, something about it.
they really got sid from toy story to start cooking professionally
LMFAO, ayo people can change
This is my favorite episode among a lot of top notch episodes.
The bike part seems a bit disjointed at first, but there is such a purity to it. He just happens to be in the time and place to help someone who is helpless, perhaps even saving his life. They don't speak a common language. All the social norms and uncertainties fall away and he just hugs him for helping him. Just for being there. Being in the right place, at the right time. I think that's at the scene's core. If he hadn't travelled to a foreign city and been working those weird hours, he wouldn't have been there to help. Just a few moments meant so much to someone else.
"This episode is definitely my favorite so far."
My prediction: This isn't the last time James says this.
I think the scene with the bike accident is supposed to be to show, that Marcus can actually have an impact out in the world - even though he feels guilty not being with his mom (where he feels helpless anyway)
Last episode, Richie offered Sugar a Sprite (universal drink for morning sickness)
Sugar announces she's pregnant and Richie says "I f%cking knew it!"
Richie is my fave character! 😂😂
Yeah, this episode you just settle into the calmness. When you realise the other shoe isn't going to drop with Will Poulter. He isn't going to turn toxic. He's going to genuinely help, inspire and find camaraderie with Marcus. Then that out of the blue accident, perhaps about life's randomness, but they weathered together it and found human connection. It's a lovely episode 💛
Perfectly noted.
This and "Forks" are some of the bet episodes of TV ever made.
James! This was a great episode! Because my personal life experiences are different from yours, an upcoming episode resonates more with me than this one. My travels once took me to Amsterdam, and, everywhere you look is like a painting, I'm sure Italy must have been like that for you. The color palette everywhere you go is different, and perfect. I hope your time in Korea is unbelievable and magnificent.
Love that! It’s been such a blast. Happy to see you’ve embodied being a human as well!
13:40 falling is part of life, no point in trying to find someone to blame or cry about it... just get up and try again. Love this scene.
You mean the best episode SO FAR!
The best is yet to come
The fact the cast is so all star just shows how good this show is. Cant wait for you to watch the dinner episode.
i too was this innocent once upon a time, thinking this was the best episode of the season.
Countdown to FISHES, y’all!
This show makes me emotional.
Yeah...this episode is special.
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One of my favs, the biker moment reminds me of the tone of Atlanta. Theres a weird awkwardness culturally and visually leaving this surreal possible omnious presence in the background.
Will Poulter is correct, lol! (He's worth remembering...)
There are a lot of interesting interpretations of that scene where Marcus shows his selflessness by helping that cyclist (An IRL food critic/celebrity FROM Copenhagen- I believe).
It works as a normal scene that displays Marcus's character really well (he's a saint), But I couldn't say for certain what it meant or what its purpose was. It was definitely beautiful, regardless. I love every moment of this episode.
(Watched the entire outro, no worries- lol)
It is, and yet the rest of the season is so freaking good that I almost forgot about this episode until I saw your reaction to it. No joke.
The inclusion of the Ethio-jazz track “Tezeta” by Mulatu Astake in this episode is 🔥
The scene with the biker where he asks he’s sure he wants to get back on the bike, to me at least, seems like an allusion to the series as a whole. Dude wrecks. He’s found by someone. Given a deep meaningful hug. Gets back on the bike. Might wreck again. But he gets back on.
I can confirm!!! Confuse anything danish with anything swedish, will lose you so much respect and standing.
I had a feeling you were going to dig this one. This whole season is a banger. Got a couple coming up that are top notch
Special episode for artists and great commentary by an artist ❤ a rare delight
This was my favorite of S2 your commentary on it was great. Other favs 6 &7.
I just found out that Lionel Boyce, who plays Marcus, was a member of Odd Future Wolfgang and has a mixtape with Earl Sweatshirt. WTF??
Yeah this episode felt very real and candid. Just like a day in rhe life with Marcus, ya know?
There's a theory that the young chef that became better than Luca is Carmy. Which gives it an interesting perspective. Carmy succeeded as a chef but is always mentally struggling on what to do with his life, while Luca didn't succeed but is perfectly happy where is currently.
I mean it's HEAVILY implied, I'd say it's more fact than theory
I wouldnt even call it a theory. There’s a picture of Luca & Carmy shown in Forks that was an intentional bridge gap.
Ikea have a track record of naming their less attractive (lets say more functional) items after Danish towns.
That's low-key hilarious! I love a good troll.
To your question about Denmark and Sweden, if you Google "2 countries who've been most at war" you will find that there is a slight rivalry between our nations hahaha. It's all love now, we pretend to not like each other because it's funny, but we don't actually have any real animosity. If something dumb happens in the other country we will laugh, but that's the extent. If you tell a Swede that you think IKEA is Danish, I do however think you will get an annoyed reaction hahahha.
Ramy Youssef (sp?) who directed this episode really did something special - definitely check out his work, his performance in Poor Things was wonderful too
I love this episode. It's top 3 of the series for me (6 and 7 of this season round out my personal favorites). This one is just so chill, which is obviously not common with the series, and Will Poulter is a terrific guest star.
It's true, IKEA is Sweden. Denmark does LEGO.
If you think this is the best just wait until Fishes, Forks and the title episode.
You have some more treats in store. That’s what makes the show so good.
Oh, you may think it's the best episode... But wait for Ep. 7. It's possibly the single greatest episode of TV I've ever seen. And this one is a brilliant, tight focused piece of joy. But wait...
In my opinion Fishes was slightly better but damn those two back to back might be the best two episodes of tv in a row.
this man is NOT ready for fishes
Were any of us ready for it?
Dane here. While there is a good natured rivalry between Denmark and Sweden, I can't imagine us being offended if someone said IKEA was danish.
But if you do the opposite and for example say that LEGO was swedish, we will definitely correct you!! 😅
Today I learned LEGO is Danish! Thank you for the education! ☺️
BTW the other chef he was talking about was Carmy
a beautifully directed episode by Ramy Youssef
Best episode *so far*...
This is very para-social, I know, but you know James is the most chill friend you can smoke a blunt with and show your favorite movies and tv shows to.
You get the vibes, I’d be down 🤘🏽🍃
Real ones first remember seeing Will Poulter in Son of Rambow ;)
There an episode coming up..not sure which one but you'll be wowed by it.
just about to go to amsterdam in 2 days. never traveled outside the country before
Safe travels
Gotta be a human? I need to reread the instructions, I forgot how
Fave episode
I’m just realizing this episode is directed by ramy youseff
-I’d check out his series at any if you can
I'm surprised you still haven't reacted to "slap shot!"
since you love the blue hue so much…twilight movie reaction? that entire movie has a blue hue
It was so weird watching this episode after just rewatching Kathryn Bigelow's Detroit, where Will Poulter is an absolute sleaze bag US pig of a cop
This is the best episode of this season. I prefer this than the forced romance of Carmine and his high school sweetheart
*Thank you*. Their scenes are so dull to me, and like you said, it feels forced. To me, it feels like there’s no chemistry between the actors.