Laid: Season 1 Episode 2 – Recap and Review | Hsu’s Charm Continues To Be A Lifeline
While one conversation is the silver lining, a lot of what “Laid” gives this episode is disappointing and worrisome for the show’s future.
While one conversation is the silver lining, a lot of what “Laid” gives this episode is disappointing and worrisome for the show’s future.
“Laid” doesn’t necessarily start strong, but Stephanie Hsu has enough charm to make you want to give this a chance.
Through Eddie Redmayne’s work and the development of his character, “The Jackal,” we get perhaps one of the best antiheroes of the year.
It had to happen eventually. Bianca lays eyes on The Jackal, and they find themselves in a situation where they must either run, fight, or die, and running doesn’t seem a viable option.
They always say that when there is a will, there is a way, and in a pivotal episode, The Jackal pushes to see if that can be true for his personal and professional life.
Alongside Bianca visiting Larry, we learn the truth about who Alexander Duggan was.
It’s the night of UDC’s presentation, and everyone is in position – will Charles notch another kill?
As Charles has to find creative ways to get back to Estonia, Bianca seems closer and closer to making him fail at his job.
Bianca finally catches a break, and the timing couldn’t be worse for Charles.
As Charles preps for his next assassination, Bianca tries to hold onto the faith instilled in her.
Charles swaps with Bianca to bring action to “The Day Of The Jackal,” as Bianca deals with Alison and a potential mole.
The villains continue to win as Bianca scrambles against time with limited resources to succeed.
“The Day of The Jackal” introduces us to an ambitious agent and a deadly assassin who aren’t on a collision course yet, but you can see it will be explosive when it happens.
In some ways, “Bel-Air” takes a step back in season 3 and makes it so season 4 will either launch it forward or confirm signs that the best times might be behind us.
In the third season finale, at best, you can say season three is a transition season for what could happen in season 4. At worst? This could be a sign the show has peaked.
As the aftermath of the last episode reverberates, things for the finale are set up, and they aren’t that exciting.
It is Investor’s Day and as to be expected, it doesn’t go smoothly at all. But, not to be outdone, Phil finds himself challenged not only by Omar’s situation but Ashley’s.
As Phil and Vivian go on a couple’s retreat, the boys deal with Phil and Omar’s plan to alter South LA and Amira causing utter chaos.
Will has a long overdue conversation with Lou, as Phil and Jazz both prep for a fight over who owns the shop and the land it is on.
As the mystery of who Frederick was talking to gets resolved, Carlton continues to veer towards a slip up and Vivian and Phil’s fights get more intense.
As Will and Carlton butt heads, Vivian avoids Phil and Phil tries to build up his business to get away from Erika, and recover his marriage.
In the last of the three episode premiere, you could submit the investment in who gets good or run of the mill storylines doesn’t change, but there is still reason to remain committed to “Bel-Air.”
Things get very messy in this episode of “Bel-Air” as faces from the last season pop up and nearly all of them cause trouble.
After a time jump of a little over a month, things seem to be changing at the Banks household but not all characters benefit from shifting gears.
“Genie” may focus on a father’s decline professionally and personally to begin, but once McCarthy shows up, it is no longer about that, and she steals the film.
“Bupkis” means “nothing of value or significance.” But a show about nothing would still be more interesting than a show about Pete Davidson’s life.
“Bel-Air” ends on a high note as Will and Carlton’s junior year ends on a bang, and we’re promised one hellacious summer.
As Will confronts Doc about what he is doing, Doc’s long-term plans involving Phil come out. Also, Carlton is given a chance to tell the truth about what happened.
Ana de Armas is team player in a charming and fun Saturday Night Live.
Doc’s big secret is revealed, as is the reason why Aunt Viv doesn’t trust Erika, and while there are reconciliations or attempts, some don’t take.
Molly Shannon’s anticipated return is hurt by unfocused writing in a disappointing SNL.
As a bomb is dropped on Carlton’s pursuit of the Founders Award, Jackie’s past reeks its head, and Frederick, Geoffrey’s son, comes for a visit.
It is a Banks family reunion, and alongside meeting Phil’s mother and brother, we learn competition runs deep in his family.
In the aftermath of Will’s actions, things aren’t looking too bad. However, while things are looking up for him, everyone else is trying to manage with varying difficulty levels.
Rian Johnson and Natasha Lyonne’s Poker Face is a character-driven mystery and my favorite show of 2023 so far.
As everyone moves on from protesting and deals with the aftermath, new issues pop up, including old issues put on characters’ backburners.
This week’s Saturday Night Live featured confident writing and a committed Jenna Ortega!
As Carlton tries to decide whether to put the group or himself first, while battling anxiety, Ms. Bassin and the administration apply pressure.
“Bel-Air” returns with only two weeks passing in their world, but so much changing as Will gets a taste of being on his own.
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