Nevada Day (2)

Season 1, Episode 8, Aired
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Jack pleads with the local Nevada judge (John Goodman) to free Tom so he can make it back to the Friday night show. Meanwhile, tension heats up between Matt and Harriet on the set.''
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  • A good episode.

    9.0
    "Superb"
    By brunabear, Dec 03, 2006 Report Abuse
    The second half wasn't quite as good, or as exciting, as the first half, but it was still an excellent episode. The questions raised, the issued hinted at, in the first part were finally answered, such as just why Tom was speeding while driving through Pahrump. But we all knew that we'd get the answer to that question.

    And really, we all knew that Tom would be let go, with no major damage done. At least, I knew that... The one thing that I find interesting is the blow up at the end, when the Macau investor says that Jordon has brought shame on the company, and Jack blows up. Then the daughter has the conversation... and says that she mis-translated. I thought it was obvious that that was a lie. It was obvious to me, at least. Of course the father said exactly what the daughter first translated. There was no mistake; saying that was simply his way of saving face, and being able to continue to do business with NBS. The fact that he put the blame on his daughter... well, that's what dutiful children are for, isn't it? So I was surprised to see a blurb in the episode guide explaining that there'd been no mistake... like I said, I knew that, and I don't speak Chinese at all.

    Ah, well...moreless

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  • The end of the story has the same strengths and weaknesses as the beginning

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    By entil2001, Nov 17, 2006 Report Abuse
    Much like the first half of the story, this episode is a mixture of the positive and negative aspects of the series. The character development is definitely good material, and while the absurdity was dialed back a little bit to allow for a relatively simple resolution to Tom's situation, there were still plenty of moments dedicated to classic misunderstandings and perfect comic timing. The lingering drawback was, as usual, the heavy-handed treatment of the "gay marriage" issue.

    I like the fact that Tom was trying to cover for his brother, especially after learning how complicated his family situation has been in earlier episodes. As I mentioned in the review for the previous episode, this gives Tom a self-sacrificing personality that marks him as somewhat unique. I look forward to more exploration of this character and his complicated psychology.

    I'm sure that some of the conflict between Jack and Danny hinges on the nuances of network television, but there's enough context to make each confrontation worth the time. In fact, Jack and Danny have one of the most interesting relationships on the show, and it helps to keep Jordan's high-wire act from being completely inexplicable. The situation certainly seems primed for Danny and Jordan to work together more and more, which is something to look forward to for many fans.

    Matt may not be the management type, but when push comes to shove, he gets the job done. It gives him a bit more depth than the simplistic "Sorkin stand-in" role that he was initially given. Unfortunately, for all his good moments in this episode, he's stuck in the middle of another endless dialogue about gay rights and Harriet's comment, which is repeated often and with a lot of emphasis.

    The problem isn't that the show tackles complicated issues. As I've said before, any good sketch comedy show should be taking on the sacred cows and controversies of the general public. When the conversations feel natural, in character, and in context, then it works. In this case, however, a lot of Matt's dialogue sounded like the writer preaching to the audience. There is a middle ground, and in episodes like "The Long Lead Story", the writers managed to strike that balance.

    This was a good episode, and by the end, I was still looking forward to the idea of more episodes. I still think the series is trying to find its voice, however, and the past two episodes are a good example of that. From what I understand, the focus will be shifting more towards character, and if that means more depth for the cast, I can't complain. I only hope the preaching can be retooled into something a little more subtle.

    (As a sidenote: I also have a new podcast associated with my various reviews called "Velocity TV". Current episodes cover "Studio 60", so it might be something of interest. Go to http://velocitytv.libsyn.com if you want to listen!)moreless

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  • Stuck in the middle of You.

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    By GeorgeJobson, Nov 16, 2006 Report Abuse
    I saw Part two and just as good as the firestpart. Recap:The people of Studio 60, must gotr to navada to rescue tom from a judge played by John Goodman, while back in Los angeles Matt and harriet are arguing over religion. I believe that the chemistry between matt and Harriet is getting better by each episode and I hope it will improve the series. I storyline about the tom and his problems in a Navada town is very good as well. I think that NBC has two hits in the Monday 9 and 10 p.m time slot. "Heroes" and "Studio 60." Two of the finest hours on network television.moreless

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  • All I have to say is John Goodman.

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    By angelspinknose, Nov 15, 2006 Report Abuse
    John Goodman was absolutely great in both episodes but the second one was the best. It was nice to see a "positive" storyline of the war. It was nice to see Tom Jeter breaking the law to go see his brother before he left. This episode really showed the basic "character" and morals of almost everyone of the cast. Harry is really a homophobe- sad; Simon is a drug user but won't let his friends take the fall for him; Tom is a great guy all around; Matt is totally lost without Danny; Danny is really the glue that holds the "show" together; and Jack really is a good guy but has to be the boss.moreless

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  • Part II, Can the characters get released from custody and get back in time for the show?

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    By kjoyner, Nov 14, 2006 Report Abuse
    This show is soooo good, and it just keeps getting better. I so appreciate the smart, sassy dialogue. There are many things to keep an eye out far. Things going on in the background of the main dialogue. Notice the saying over the countdown clock in Matt's office - "Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like bananas". Later as the characters dialog, written on the wall, "Reading will make you rich". There is always depth to the dialogue and the show doesn't stop there, even the set is a prop. Watch every week and feel appreciated by the writers.moreless

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    • The Half Way House Cafe, which appears in this episode as a small restaurant in Pahrump, NV, is actually located in Saugus, CA, a suburb north of Los Angeles. The restaurant was established in 1931 was named because it is equidistant between Los Angeles and Palmdale, CA. Edit
    • Ed Asner is credited as a Special Guest Star in this episode. Edit
    • The Marquee outside of the Studio 60 studio said Jessica Simpson was to be "Hosting" the fictional show. She never appears in the episode. Edit

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    • John Goodman (Judge Bebe) won the 2007 Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Drama Series. Edit
    • Bradley Whitford does the "Previously on Studio 60" voiceover. Edit
    • Music in this episode: "Closer" by Joshua Radin Edit

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    • (Jordan tries to get Harriet to cancel upcoming concerts for Women United.) Harriet: Young girls attend these events. They admire me. I'm in a position to show them that Christianity has a nicer voice than Ann Coulter's. Jordan: Carol Channing has a nicer voice than Ann Coulter's. Edit
    • Judge Bebe: How much you pay this guy? Jack: He's a copyright lawyer. Tom: Now they tell me. Edit
    • Harriet: God Matthew, Are you crazy about me or just...crazy? Matt: I dont know. Edit

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    • David Lagenfeld: Your Honor, this is outrageous. And I should tell you... absent a court reporter, I have been tape recording this entire proceeding. Judge Bebe: Good for you, Matlock... This is a reference to the TV show Matlock, starring Andy Griffith as attorney Ben Matlock. Edit
    • Tom's brother is in the 820th REDHORSE squadron. REDHORSE is an acronymn for Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers. They're the Air Force equivalent of the Army Corps of Engineers. Edit
    • Danny: There's now an assistant D.A. here in Thunderdome. A reference to the third Mad Max movie, Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome. Edit

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