Town & Country - Episode 297

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On This Episode of Town and Country 🎓
College graduation is here for Tanner, Tommy, Elijah, and Aaliyah, prompting many emotions

[Michael]

I always enjoy episodes that center fully on one event, and the Sampson graduation was an excellent vehicle for touching on so many different story threads and dynamics. In a way, this could've even worked for your upcoming 300th episode, because it hit so strongly on the roots of the series -- Peter, Louise and Sean's relationship coming full-circle, Daniel reflecting on where his choices have gotten him, etc. And it was nice to touch on Elijah's progress after his very rocky start to college!

Although Aaliyah's stubbornness and attitude have bugged me, I'm glad that her friends accepted her back into the fold on the day of this special occasion. At a point, you just need to make peace with what's happened and move forward, even if that means keeping one eye open for a while. The fact that Lorenzo betrayed her definitely makes her more sympathetic. I do wonder if that look Jordan shot Presley at the end will spur him into some kind of action. He's generally above the fray in terms of drama and interference, but I wonder if his doubts or insecurities could get the best of him.

The encounter between Louise/Sean and Mala/Jai was also interesting. There was a tight undercurrent of tension between the reunited couples, but everyone maintained basic decorum and politeness. There's a lot of unfinished business there, which I'd love to see them all dig into, but it wouldn't have been appropriate for any of those characters (well, maaaaaaaaybe Sean) to unload in that particular moment.

Good episode! Looking forward to what you have planned for the 300th.

[Admin]

Jun 18, 2024 20:25:29 GMT -5 Michael said:

I always enjoy episodes that center fully on one event, and the Sampson graduation was an excellent vehicle for touching on so many different story threads and dynamics. In a way, this could've even worked for your upcoming 300th episode, because it hit so strongly on the roots of the series -- Peter, Louise and Sean's relationship coming full-circle, Daniel reflecting on where his choices have gotten him, etc. And it was nice to touch on Elijah's progress after his very rocky start to college!

I'm glad you overall enjoyed this episode, even though it didn't have much drama but was more character-based than any good event should contain. And the 300th episode is quieter but still based on character and history. 

Although Aaliyah's stubbornness and attitude have bugged me, I'm glad that her friends accepted her back into the fold on the day of this special occasion. At a point, you just need to make peace with what's happened and move forward, even if that means keeping one eye open for a while. The fact that Lorenzo betrayed her definitely makes her more sympathetic. I do wonder if that look Jordan shot Presley at the end will spur him into some kind of action. He's generally above the fray in terms of drama and interference, but I wonder if his doubts or insecurities could get the best of him.

Well, Aaliyah isn't exactly welcome back into the bosom of friendship; however, it's more like a truce that if they run into one another, they will be civil and won't feel the need to take off. And when it comes to Jordan, Presley, Tommy, and Tanner, we'll see what happens. 

The encounter between Louise/Sean and Mala/Jai was also interesting. There was a tight undercurrent of tension between the reunited couples, but everyone maintained basic decorum and politeness. There's a lot of unfinished business there, which I'd love to see them all dig into, but it wouldn't have been appropriate for any of those characters (well, maaaaaaaaybe Sean) to unload in that particular moment.

We'll be seeing more of the couples since Jai and Mala will be moving to the forefront while Sean and Louise are contending with Lenny's overall mortality from her cancer battle. 

Good episode! Looking forward to what you have planned for the 300th.

Thanks for being a constant supporter from the beginning, Michael! And thanks for reading!