@@movienightwithjacqui I have to disagree. Even tho old Jamie was an ego monster, he still had that side to him that was giving (thinking how good he was when he signed ted's son's jersey). He might not have dealt with Roy and the coaches on a mature level, but with his past/ family issues, I would like to think he'd be supportive. (But he would have made inappropriate comments but not in a shunning way, in a dumb himbo way and Keeley would've popped him in the mouth and Roy would smile)
I got so excited when Roy did the Lasso story-telling as part of a lesson. It shows just how much Roy has grown since season 1. But what got me emotional was when Isaac and Collin made up. I literally turned to my mom and asked, “You remember how Collin and Isaac used to be Jamie’s thugs? Collin was who Roy head butted in season 1.”
The writers do nothing by accident. It was brilliant choosing the Richmond opponents to be Brighton and Hove Albion today. It was not by accident at all. Brighton the city, and its people is known for its openness and inclusivity, and has a large gay population as a result. Lovely choice by the writers to recognize that fact as well. Incredible writing. Plus, I do love their football team. Up The Albion!
10:48 You can see Jade turn to stone even as Rupert is talking. It's the same expression she had whenever Nate was 'playing it cool'. I'm betting Rupert took him out with models purely to see how 'malleable' Nate was at that point. Like a loyalty test for Darth Vader. To say nothing of the fact that if Nate had stayed, Rupert would own him. Total blackmail material. 12:43 When Jack was officially gone, Keeley immediately said: "Feel free to say anything you don't like about her." Rebecca's roar wasn't for Keeley, it as for Roy. She couldn't say anything while Keeley had a relationship, but now that Jack's out of the picture, she's free to give Roy the 'Sour Yell'. She's been saving it up for more than half a season; and the second he put a foot wrong on a 'work matter', she went for it. 26:30 In S1, she had to lever that kind of talk out of him using Phoebe as a crowbar. Now he's done it in front of the Press. The first thing Ted said of Roy in S1: "If he hates me now, imagine how he's gonna feel when we've won him over." And in S3: Roy: "I hate what you've done to me."
One thing about Nate’s storyline I really love, especially with his comparisons to Vader, is that it’s healthy love and affection that is redeeming him. Anakin turned to the Dark Side because his love became obsession and Nate is letting go of his obsession for love. I just think it’s nice.
I am curious if Nate when he was at Richmond was too low level to know how crappy Rupert was when he was the team owner. Or maybe his personality was to not see or pay attention to what I expect to be workplace rumors of just how bad Rupert was.
I also liked how Rebecca talks to Roy about how he thinks he doesn't deserve anything good. At the beginning of the Amsterdam episode she tells him Keely is going somewhere that thinks they deserve her. It's all about Roy not thinking he deserves her and that's why he broke up with her. He needs to take his own advise and deal with the things that he's really mad at because he has already messed up what's good in his life.
The up-tempo ("Hollywood") orchestral music you noticed at the start was the title song from the musical La Cage aux Folles, about a son learning to be proud of his 2 gay dads (it's the source of the movie The Birdcage, if you know that). Obviously that's also the source of the episode's title. And the vocal under the closing credits is the song from the same musical, "I Am What I Am."
I'm glad most peoples assumption was proven true here and Isaac was just upset his friend had lied to him. Something I liked that I think a lot of people missed is that when Isaac looses it on that fan, he's standing right next to Colin when the fan calls them that slur. Isaac very clearly says "What did you say to ME!" Besides being pissed about the ignorant comment in general, I think him pretending to think it was directed just at him was his own way of trying to cover for Colin and help him keep his secret.
I fnd it very interesting that in the last episode Roy said "I hate what you've done to me!" following him telling a "ted-type" joke. In this episode, he tells a very "Ted-like" parable to explain Isaac's attack on the fan. Roy is turning into Ted, and if we are correct in Ted going back to Michelle and the US, and I'm sure Beard would go with him, Roy could become the Lasso character for a "spin-off" with the likelihood of Nate being a coach with Richmond. Jade has become a redeeming force for Nate. The look on her face meeting Rupert was quite telling, she sees through him, and she mentions his wealthy attitude, and said "nice-like" in describing him. Nate's reaction to Rupert's attempt to corrupt him and have him cheat on Jade was priceless ... not saying a word, just clinging to Jade with deep affection. He finally has what he has wanted and needed in life and he values it. I've been holding on waiting for your reaction, I'm never okay until it drops, so thanks for a quick one!! You read the writer's minds so well as you watch. Rebecca was epic in this episode, and set up the return of Roy and Keeley ... planting the seed in Roy's brain as he earlier did for her with the guy she was dating. The brilliance of the writing is the continual call-backs, clear back to the beginning of the series, and many of them go unnoticed, because they are subtle. I saw an interview with Jason and Rich Eisen, and I feel the show will continue, but I don't know in what form. Whether Roy takes the Ted role, or Michelle moves to London, or they split ... so many ways, but Jason said they won't do it unless they have a storyline reason for it. He says it will be considered and discussed. I knew all along the Isaac and Colin situation would be what it turned out to be, but it was done well. Nothing was better than Roy telling the story at the press conference, although Rebeca's meltdown was close. The look on Keeley's face at the end of that story was brilliant, but easily missed because Hannah completely ate the scene with her incredible acting. Thank you, Jacqui, for your brilliance in sharing your emotions and understanding with us ... I appreciate it more than words in any dictionary can describe.
I don't know if you mean that Roy would become the head coach of Richmond and Nate would become his assistant but I really hope that doesn't happen. Realistically, a head coach of an EPL team wouldn't leave and become the assistant coach of another team. Of course, someone doesn't go from being a kit man to an assistant coach to a head coach in less than 2 years so what do I know 🤣🤣
@@bmr209 I wasn't assigning parts, I was indicating that Roy would continue the "Lasso-way." But as you point out, not everything in this show is based on reality. In a comment on the previous episode, I said that I believe that Jason is trying to put his relationship with Olivia Wilde back together in the fictional characters he created. They weren't married, but have two kids, and their relationship is very cordial, as she recommended that he create this series. The writers do what they want, and I trust them. Would Nate be immediately accepted as head coach after he tore the "Believe" sign in half? He's not emotionally stable enough at this point, in my opinion. He's learning that he appreciates happiness over success, but we shall see.
As a guy who finds it very hard to use the 'L' word to my mates, the last few lines of this episode really tore me up. Isaac and Colin just... too wonderful.
Though this season is the most significant for Isaac and Colin, watching the show again, they have had some real gem moments across the seasons. Their friendship being front and center was great. Though I hated Colin feeling isolated while Isaac had to sort through his feelings, they really did a great job showing just how hurt Isaac was too. Great acting for both of these guys
Favorite part of the episode, “ new Trent, I prefer you to old Trent”. Honorable mentions to Jamie, “ I’m flattered “ Rebecca “ Oi Kent!” And the whole scene that ended with Rebecca “ I heard that” we’re just brilliant. Loving your channel and can’t wait for you and Sam to watch these😀
Can I just say I love that Jade clocked Rupert’s shite from the very beginning? That’s how you know she’s going to be good for Nate. And Rebecca yelling at her boys is kinda hot, not gonna lie 😂. Rebecca kicking him in the ass is what he needed. I feel like Roy saying “none of you spoke up” is what leads to Isaac and his speech in the locker room, defending Colin. Kola absolutely nailed it 👏🏻. No cops at Pride, just Isaac McAdoo. 🥰🏳️🌈 And Roy’s press conference was perfect, Emmy worthy; the Ted Lasso way, but with his own flavor.
34:56 - Regarding Zara, Shandy and Jack in the very last episode when Ted is at the airport buying a newspaper all three are mentioned in the background of other magazines (not the one Ted picks/buys). Zava joined a football/soccer team in the states, Shandy’s app became successful *gross* and something is mentioned about Jack’s wealth. So it seems like the writers wanted everything to get some sort of wrap up, even if its just as an Easter egg in the background.
As Roy becomes more Ted like I feel he will reach a middle ground where he will be the best of both worlds and the perfect one to take over as head coach when Ted goes home if they don't bring Nathan back
This was an incredible episode! I couldn't believe how tense I was as it built up to halftime. I thought they handled Colin's arc so well, especially with Ted giving his speech about how they need to be there for each other and then Roy's press conference. Just so good!
I knew you would love this. This is an extraordinary episode. The A, B and C plots... all of them are great. I liked that the writers were smart enough to leave us wondering about Isaac's motives, but then SHOWED us the reason, through his interaction with the loud fan, rather than simply telling us (although Isaac later also told Colin). Then in the B plot, the show was brave enough to have Roy be clearly wrong, clearly even a bit cowardly, then make up for it later in spectacular fashion. I even loved that REBECCA was the reaction the camera focused on in the press conference rather than Keeley. To me it was smarter to keep the focus off Keeley for a bit, since this was Roy acting on Rebecca's advice. And the Nate plot was very minor, but still very edifying about his changing priorities. They're on a huge roll with the last four eps. Huge.
The Roy press conference speech completely reminded me of the Ted press conference where he talked about Hank the dog. I knew you would love this episode.
One interesting touch is that the loud obnoxious Richmond fan was not wearing the new Bantr jersey like everyone around him, he was the only one in the crowd wearing the old Dubai Air jersey.
@@movienightwithjacqui I was waiting for it, because you said they focused on Van Damme when talking about possibly having another gay dude in the team, but actually they were all looking at Jamie lol And yes, Jamie has a lot of the queer fandom headcanoning him as bisexual, just as we did with Keeley (and she actually got a bisexual storyline now, not just her hints of attraction to Rebecca). I don't know if it is some purposeful subtext or just the way he is played and the fact that a lot of queer people resonate with his character (one example, the soft and tough part with his dad), but yeah. The fanon bi Jamie trope is a big one in the Ted Lasso fandom and his support of Colin the minute he came out were one of the most compelling to me, both his "We got you" bit in the locker room and their hug at the end of the game later.
One thing I love about Jade seeing through Rupert immediately - we're first introduce to her when she's wholly unimpressed by Nate's claims to fame and authorities, and this just continues that. She's always been able to see right through people
The episode title is based on the play/musical La Cage Aux Folles, a play/musical about a gay couple being made to hide their relationship (gotta love the shows many references to RomComs and musical theater). Although he initially went about it the wrong way by completely avoiding Colin, eventually Isaac handled it great. By asking "what is it about about me that made you think you couldn't tell me?" was a great way to help alleviate any blame Colin may feel in a very important situation in their relationship. A great bit of self-reflection vs outward blame. Rebecca being an absolute Boss paying Roy back for his "Struck By Lightning" speech was incredible. Loved Jade seeing right through Rupert's bullshit saying he's "nice-like." I'm glad you pointed out Keeley's reaction to Roy's press conference. I completely missed that. I really need to hear more of Coach Beard's thoughts on classic rock guitarists. Trent Crimm rules. Nothing much more to say other than he's amazing.
joe walsh is a great guitarist. yet, i prefer jimmy page but to me... jimi hendrix is the best classic rock guitarist. my favorite guitarist is johnny marr of the smiths.
I like how you noticed Keely's reaction when the focus was clearly on Rebecca... and I love that there was a reaction from her to see! That's how smart this show is! Cheers!
I actually am loving Rupert more in this season than in any other. Sure, we all saw who he was way back at the gala, but this season he just turns it up so much that you're just wondering what he's gonna say next and how the resulting hate levels will be topped. (For me personally, his high [low?] point was when he told Rebecca he's just like any man and gets "tired of the same ol' same ol'." I mean, OUCH!) He's the purest distillation of "love to hate", a fantastic villain and Anthony Head nails the role.
An interesting subtle detail I didn't even notice the first time I watched the episode was that the idiot fan in the stands was wearing an AFC Richmond kit with the Dubai Air logo still on it because of course he was.
One thing I will point out that I found clever was the “ash hole” in the stands was still wearing the Dubai Air version of the uniform (or whatever they are called I don’t speak sports) which I think tells you everything you need to know about that character. Also I keep seeing reactors saying that this is the final season, that has not been officially announced yet. It might be the last because in interviews from previous seasons (not this one though) they said they had a three season plan but they have been silent on that all season long, they always say “it’s up to Jason”. And if it truly was the final season Apple would want to advertise it as a final season for promotional stuff. Again it may be the final season but I wouldn’t call it that until it’s announced. My crazy hope is that it ends with Henry coming to live with Ted in London and the final shot is the final shot from Monsters Inc with a close up on Teds face at the airport and the voice of Henry saying “Dad” and Ted smiling. I have gotten pushback when I post this (probably rightfully so🤣) but they keep showing Henry struggling with Michelle in Kansas, and they vilified Michelle (imo) with the introduction of Dr.Frickface (and Henry doesn’t seem to like him). There is nothing left in Kansas for Ted except his son and a barbecue restaurant, he built a family in London. I am sure I am wrong, but that’s what I want. Love the videos, sorry for the long post.👍
It's the last season for the next couple of years in any case, so if it ever comes back, it will take some time -- as per Brendan Hunt talking to Digital Spy back in April. I don't know about Henry moving but I agree that it would seem half-assed if they end it with Ted simply going back to the USA and having to build a new life yet again. The best outcome I could come up with on that end is if he gets called to coach the NT, men or (it would be a great twist) women, and treats it as both a new challenge as well as being closer to Henry.
Yeah that was a great detail when everyone around is wearing the Bantr version. Not that wearing an old jersey is wrong seeing how expensive they are, but you can tell that guy wears it pridefully for not being "Woke".
My greatest fear is that he goes back to Michelle. I don't even super ship him with Rebecca, although it is obvious they always hinted at them since season 1 and have been quite a bit in season 3, and if it's not her, he will probably go back to Michelle (I would dig for him to be alone too, but still in England, with his new "family"). Also, when she tells him about Sam, Ted had said "same time last year, you dropped another truth bomb on me" and she says "see you next year". I think the big conundrum for Ted will come next episode, because the "truth episode" was 2x11. If they go Ted/Rebecca, it will be something about them (maybe Ted says he will go home and she realizes something and asks him to stay?), if they don't, I don't really know what could be for HER to tell Ted (unless she is selling the club? I saw that billionaire dude will be back, but also please don't sell to that awful guy, cmon). I agree, Henry coming to England would be amazing! We don't know Michelle's life, if she has something that she needs to be in the US for, but Henry seems to be playing football now, so him coming to England to train more seriously and eventually playing for real could be a nice route. If they reignite Ted and Michelle, it's just- I don't hate her, but they are clearly done, she was awful with ambushing him in therapy with a biased therapist, and later dating the guy and introducing him to Henry without telling Ted, the pressing for the divorce papers, how they hinted she guilted him into giving her space to the point he took a job in England, sacrificing his time with Henry. So yeah, even if he goes back, he will be miserable. He will lose everything again, and have only Henry (Michelle and him won't last, she clearly fell out of love and if she wants him back, who is to say that won't happen again when she feels suffocated?) and possibly Beard if he follows, but Beard also seems to enjoy life in England. So yeah, I love the idea of Roy stepping up to be the new Ted, but also I don't want a miserable ending for Ted. And I don't want Nate back on the team either, even if I'm rooting for his redemption. He burned the bridges there, he harassed Will, he outed Ted's mental health problems. Forgive, but do not forget, he was very unprofessional.
nate's suit observation was a good one that I dint pick up on. It s probably has some meaning to him feeling more comfortable to be himself. But to be honest I just thought it was because he had a girlfriend and can help him dress better now lol.
So many brilliant moments in this episode ! One of my favourite is the little exchange between Sam and Jamie about the captaincy. I can’t believe there’s only a couple episodes left 😭😭
Roy needed Rebecca to get in his face! The press conference was so Ted ! Seeing Trent so proud of Colin and the team was magnificent. Nate might be on a good trajectory. He sees Rupert now and jade will back him up.
I discovered your channel just a week or so ago, but I have loved watching you with these last few Ted Lasso episodes. Watching it with you somehow amplifies the emotions I had the first time I watched it. 😊
Love your Ted Lasso reviews Jacqui! You have almost literally the exact same reaction as I do . After watching anew episode, I can’t wait for your reaction video because I’m so excited for you to see what happens, because i know you’re be excited as I am. I “talk” to your videos lol, like “oh just wait girl, you called it!” Appreciate your perspective ❤️
I’ll be interested to see which episode in Season 3 is submitted for a writing Emmy. My guess is it will be either the Sunflowers/Amsterdam episode or this episode.
I think the writing was strongest in this one. It's a little tighter and there are SO many good lines and emotional moments. Sunflowers is great too but this one is what really exemplifies Ted Lasso for me.
Jade can see through Rupert like he's made of glass which Rupert clearly hates because it means Nate is starting to see through him too. Also, Rebecca's power walk when she goes to confront Roy is just full-on Boss Ass Bitch energy. Was fully expecting Issac to have some kind of interaction with that fan who's been standing up and shouting abuse, but I was expecting something along the lines of the Eric Cantona incident against Crystal Palace in the 90's. Also, there's a little callback to season 2 - The commentary at the end of the second half of the match is that Colin was an inspiring presence but in season 2 Nate said that Colin doesn't inspire anyone.
'I give him love' gives me the chills. What a great episode!! We never doubted Isaac for a second! Side note, I noticed you are starting Arcane on your patreon! I've been on the fence about subbing to your patreon for a while and this might be the push I needed!! Plus more movies =)
13:19 give Jacqui all the awards! Best joke of the year winner right here! Loved this episode so much. Roy’s press conference made me cry more than his last match in season 1. I didn’t think that was possible
Awesome 'Possum! Even earlier than last week, Noice! 👍✌❤ Another excellent episode, a resolution to the Colin & Isaac situation, a really solid step in Nate's redemption, Roy and Rebecca being All-Stars, and Beard in the Greatest Press Conference Ever.
The Walking Dead had an aftershow called The Talking Dead. The various nuTrek series have the aftershow The Ready Room with Wil Wheaton. Both of these aftershows are perfect forums that let people work through each episode and decompress and reflect on each week's story. Why this long-winded preamble? Because Jacqui, your reaction videos to Ted Lasso and your perspectives are such a joy to watch, that you should be the official aftershow for Ted Lasso! Your comments and insights are almost always spot on, and I always look forward to your analysis and positive energy! So much so that I now tell anyone starting Ted Lasso to check out your reactions to each episode! I think I'm going to miss your reaction videos to Ted Lasso as much as the series itself!
@@movienightwithjacqui Yes, not a bad option. She's beautiful, classy, intelligent, incredibly talented, funny.... And utterly terrifying. In all seriousness, I am not the type to wilt before money, fame, status, beauty, etc. I'm furthermore a physically imposing person, myself. But that woman, in my view, is not entirely human. Not to put too fine a point on it, she scares the sh1t out of me. My hypothesis, is that she was built in the same laboratory where James Bond gets all his great toys and gizmos. I see no other rational explanation.
@@AceMoonshot Ok, fair. I was relying upon my extemporaneous memory, rather than Wikipedia. I thought 1967 was the poster year. Other contenders: Lena Horne, Syd Cherisse, Jane Russell, and Sofia Loren. But Raquel Welch is still the correct answer.
I get what you mean by Ted deserves better, but Ted deserves happiness and love. He deserves the apple of his eye. If it’s Michelle, then he deserves her. Forgiveness is a skill and a nature and he forgives with grace.
She never stopped liking him but the love was going. She sees he’s been working on himself. That smile when she had a zoom call with Ted and he told her that although he wasn’t happy about Dr Jake, he still loved her and their son and they would always be a family unit. I think that is the most important thing to her.
I have fell down a reactor TH-cam rabbit hole as it is such a great way to relive my favorite shows. Although I am subscribed to too many reactors to count😂, your reactions are truly special. Your ability to articulate themes, investment in the characters and overall energy among many other great qualities make these the greatest reactions I have seen. It is always a pleasure every time you post, thank you for the great content.
I knew this episode was going to hit home for you. I think Nate is turning the corner, I really hope the shine is coming off Rupert. I thought the entire time Rupert was going to try to steal Jade, just because he can. The whole "guys" night was a trap.
The divorce is what Michelle was driving for the whole time. Michelle must have been seeing the therapist well before she and Ted saw him for therapy. I think Rebecca has found out info along these lines and is trying to spare it from hurting Ted.
I have a theory about Rebecca. She's not the friend this season, she's the mentor, THE MOTHER to everyone around her. I rhink thats what the psychic meant when she said she wpuld be a mother. Since she stopped trying to get revenge on Rupert and is unencumbered by romantic relationships, she's finally at peace with herself. This is the Rebecca Sassy was talking about. And she is meant to be the owner of the team, and act as a guiding figure to all. I love her, she's just sensational at it.
10:29 Liked Jade from the beginning, and this really cemented it. 😍 11:29 This will go down as one of my favourite scenes of the series...Beard goes Beast Mode! 🤣🤣🤣 13:18 Based upon this joke, I declare Jacqui the "World's Hottest Dad". 😂😛 14:05 Rebecca isn't just the boss, she's THE BOSS. Hannah Waddingham is amazing. ❤ 22:17 I love how the vast majority of the football action we see is them having a rough go, and they skip over many of the triumphs entirely. Keeps the underlying Underdog motif palpable. 25:00 And now we have Roy being THE BOSS. Between acting and writing, the talent of Brett Goldstein is truly awe-inspiring. #WGAStrong ✊ 26:33 I raise a glass to Nate, making great strides in turning away from The Dark Side. 🥃 26:51 I figured this was the case, but it's nice to get resolution. 🤗
I think you might be on to something with the shot held on Van Damme. He also reiterated his name change during the episode. I wonder if that is him trying to be someone else and if picking a name tied to a macho action star is his way of hiding to the team. Also, I agree with you about seeing Roy showing head coach tendencies. I know many are predicting Nathan coming back to coach Richmond when Ted leaves but it looks like that’ll be Roy now.
When I don’t think I could respect the writers any more than I already did, I watch another episode or I hear something about them that influences the show in some way, and my respect for them increases. 1. They censor out the slur, but you still know exactly what the guy said and you see how it impacts the characters who hear it. 2. A lot of people have made excuses for bad behavior (myself included), but the show makes it clear that the fan wasn’t there to support the team, from his use of the slur to having the DubaiAir logo on his jersey to how the fans around him were visibly relieved to see him escorted out. 3. At the press conference, Roy is channeling Ted by answering the question with a story, though of course he’s still Roy. It could be a misdirect, but I do think he’ll take over as head coach once Ted moves back to the states. 4. Not necessarily about the writing, but I loved watching Rebecca walk with a purpose on her way to chastising Roy, I loved the shot of Trent in the locker room after everyone else has left, and I loved how Jade was visibly smitten with Nate and unimpressed by Palpatine in this episode.
I really liked Roy's monolog. I also love Rupert=Palpatine. Also, it is Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan followed by Prince(not classic though).... LZ is my favorite band...Clapton is amazing too.
Most reactors, I jump to whatever big scene(s) from the episode are. But with you, I have to see the whole video. Even if just to understand all your facial expressions when you watch later with Sam. 😄😄
You're absolutely right...exhibit #3949896 of why Rupert is a good-for-nothing waste of oxygen. I hope something poetic and hilarious happens to him by the end of the show, like going bankrupt or something. That would be satisfying.
Every review I've watched, when that lout in the crowd yelled what he yelled, 100% of the time the reviewers have gasped or been struck dumb. Shows how powerful words can be and this series willingness to use them to the most amazing effect.
Assuming they try to keep things realistic (and it still is a TV show, after all) Isaac would get an automatic 3 game ban for his straight red card (yes, I know, but that's literally how it would be described for a sending off for a single offence rather than two yellow cards adding up to a red). But that would be for an "in-game" straight red card. Going into the crowd would likely result in a much longer ban (the last player to do so, with similar provocation, was banned for the remainder of the season and into the start of the following season - a ban calculated in months not games). There may be slight mitigation in that it appears no punches were thrown, but Isaac is unlikely to be playing any time soon, so yeah, Sam is likely to be captain for a while. If we're being realistic......
Really appreciate your reactions to this series. Well thought through and engaging. I fear the end of this series and the huge hole its going to leave in my life, but hope they end it right and dont keep it going for the sake of it. This season has been mixed though with the limited characters like jack, shandy and zava. The relationships are so strong though that i know im on the ride till the end. Issacs' red card rules him out of the next game automatically. The FA would likely extend this for violent conduct. For reference Eric Cantona got a 9 month ban for karate kicking a fan.
I've been near guys like that loudmouth at matches. I take some consolation from the fact that most of the time, someone kicks ten shades of shit out of them the evening after the game.
I do think Sam would be an excellent captain, but most likely, it will be interim. Historically, though, footballers going after fans in the stands don't just get ejected - it is very common for them to get multi-game suspensions so if Isaac misses a couple of games, it would be realistic, though I love seeing him with the team. As a lifelong Chiefs fan, I definitely understand Ted hating to sit with a friend and root for the Broncos. The only thing worse would be if it was the Raiders - but I doubt Ted would be friends with any Raiders fan.
Roy got there on his own because Rebecca is the boss. It took him a couple of tries to get to the point that she wasn't really asking him, she was telling him to fill in.
This was such a beautiful episode! You're fabulous, take the Lasso way always. Let's all be Colin's in a world of Rupert's! This is my favourite channel since discovering it for The Last of Us reviews. Ted is GOD TIER television, never seen anything this good. Thank you for always agreeing with me. :) 3 left! I DO NOT know what to do with life in 3 weeks!
rupert has no love in his heart. he treats people like shit as if he's better than them. he treats women like possessions. he's going to end up alone and the last thing that is going to happen to him is him shagging shandy and then... he dies of a heart attack.
So Isaac will be suspended at least one game. Red card is an auto one, but historically players are suspended more for going into the stands like this.
Wow thank you!!! I was just reading through your last comment, and trying to find a way to respond. Thank you for always leaving such kind thoughtful comments, and helping make my TH-cam experience so positive 😄 Particularly with Ted Lasso...it's such a special community!
@@movienightwithjacqui As I told you before, your insight takes me back to days when a friend and I would analyze movies over a late night breakfast after seeing them at a theater. You make it seem personal, and not talking at a camera. What a gift you have. Being a writer, I watch shows like this to study and appreciate characterization, and I learn from it, but your insight helps me learn. I think you for that.
The rule is a therapist shouldn't date their former clients for at least two years. So it's not just unethical, but also just illegal. In the real world, he'd lose his license to practice for dating Michelle.
I want to say I love your enthusiasm! I, also, am impressed with all the call backs to the prior seasons. Some are so subtle I don't catch them until I am laying bed thinking about the show. I disagree about Zava, Jack, and Shandy. They all served their purpose I have no desire to see them again. I feel that all three story lines built around them was a teaching moment and the lessons were learned. I think Jade filled a need for Nate that Ted couldn't fill because she is a woman and Nate was uncomfortable and shy around women. I have always seen Nates character arch because I went through similar transitions in my life. Jade may be Nate's first real girl friend and he will learn to believe in himself and upon further reflection realize that Ted was a true friend and mentor and Rupert is smoke and mirrors. I don't know where they are goin from here by I am enjoying the ride!
I get what you mean about the clunkiness. I love Keely but I can't help but wonder how relevant her storyline is at all to the main storyline. I'll forgive them as she's wonderful but it seems bolted on and unnecessary. I don't like that there are characters that rolled in to teach a lesson and went away never to be seen again, but maybe it's about making each other better and that every person has an influence on us.
that 99% sure and 1% scared shitless is soooooo fuckin real. I came out to my best friend as trans a few years ago and i *knew* he would have my back but the chance that he might not had me petrified.
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Favorite part of the episode: Jaime “I’m flattered”
Yes! Old Jamie would never have responded that way, and I love him so much this season!
Sweet by Jamie, it shows he has grown.
@@movienightwithjacqui I have to disagree. Even tho old Jamie was an ego monster, he still had that side to him that was giving (thinking how good he was when he signed ted's son's jersey). He might not have dealt with Roy and the coaches on a mature level, but with his past/ family issues, I would like to think he'd be supportive. (But he would have made inappropriate comments but not in a shunning way, in a dumb himbo way and Keeley would've popped him in the mouth and Roy would smile)
@@movienightwithjacqui Agreed. A lot of guys would have exploded in anger at the idea of someone thinking they're gay. So much growth!
My fav was when he got flipped off with the sweetest smile.😊😊😌
A detail about the guy in the crowd is that he still wears the shirt with the old sponsor (Dubai Air)
I got so excited when Roy did the Lasso story-telling as part of a lesson. It shows just how much Roy has grown since season 1. But what got me emotional was when Isaac and Collin made up. I literally turned to my mom and asked,
“You remember how Collin and Isaac used to be Jamie’s thugs? Collin was who Roy head butted in season 1.”
*Colin
The writers do nothing by accident. It was brilliant choosing the Richmond opponents to be Brighton and Hove Albion today. It was not by accident at all. Brighton the city, and its people is known for its openness and inclusivity, and has a large gay population as a result. Lovely choice by the writers to recognize that fact as well. Incredible writing.
Plus, I do love their football team. Up The Albion!
I didn't know that! 😍 What an amazing detail! Thank you for sharing!
@@movienightwithjacqui Thank you for your reactions. I've been waiting for yours since I saw the episode. Keep being awesome!
Interesting. Be like using a San Francisco team. Cool.
10:48 You can see Jade turn to stone even as Rupert is talking. It's the same expression she had whenever Nate was 'playing it cool'. I'm betting Rupert took him out with models purely to see how 'malleable' Nate was at that point. Like a loyalty test for Darth Vader. To say nothing of the fact that if Nate had stayed, Rupert would own him. Total blackmail material.
12:43 When Jack was officially gone, Keeley immediately said: "Feel free to say anything you don't like about her." Rebecca's roar wasn't for Keeley, it as for Roy. She couldn't say anything while Keeley had a relationship, but now that Jack's out of the picture, she's free to give Roy the 'Sour Yell'. She's been saving it up for more than half a season; and the second he put a foot wrong on a 'work matter', she went for it.
26:30 In S1, she had to lever that kind of talk out of him using Phoebe as a crowbar. Now he's done it in front of the Press. The first thing Ted said of Roy in S1: "If he hates me now, imagine how he's gonna feel when we've won him over." And in S3: Roy: "I hate what you've done to me."
She reads Rupert straight away
One thing about Nate’s storyline I really love, especially with his comparisons to Vader, is that it’s healthy love and affection that is redeeming him. Anakin turned to the Dark Side because his love became obsession and Nate is letting go of his obsession for love. I just think it’s nice.
I am curious if Nate when he was at Richmond was too low level to know how crappy Rupert was when he was the team owner. Or maybe his personality was to not see or pay attention to what I expect to be workplace rumors of just how bad Rupert was.
I also liked how Rebecca talks to Roy about how he thinks he doesn't deserve anything good. At the beginning of the Amsterdam episode she tells him Keely is going somewhere that thinks they deserve her. It's all about Roy not thinking he deserves her and that's why he broke up with her. He needs to take his own advise and deal with the things that he's really mad at because he has already messed up what's good in his life.
The up-tempo ("Hollywood") orchestral music you noticed at the start was the title song from the musical La Cage aux Folles, about a son learning to be proud of his 2 gay dads (it's the source of the movie The Birdcage, if you know that). Obviously that's also the source of the episode's title. And the vocal under the closing credits is the song from the same musical, "I Am What I Am."
I'm glad most peoples assumption was proven true here and Isaac was just upset his friend had lied to him. Something I liked that I think a lot of people missed is that when Isaac looses it on that fan, he's standing right next to Colin when the fan calls them that slur. Isaac very clearly says "What did you say to ME!" Besides being pissed about the ignorant comment in general, I think him pretending to think it was directed just at him was his own way of trying to cover for Colin and help him keep his secret.
I fnd it very interesting that in the last episode Roy said "I hate what you've done to me!" following him telling a "ted-type" joke. In this episode, he tells a very "Ted-like" parable to explain Isaac's attack on the fan. Roy is turning into Ted, and if we are correct in Ted going back to Michelle and the US, and I'm sure Beard would go with him, Roy could become the Lasso character for a "spin-off" with the likelihood of Nate being a coach with Richmond. Jade has become a redeeming force for Nate. The look on her face meeting Rupert was quite telling, she sees through him, and she mentions his wealthy attitude, and said "nice-like" in describing him. Nate's reaction to Rupert's attempt to corrupt him and have him cheat on Jade was priceless ... not saying a word, just clinging to Jade with deep affection. He finally has what he has wanted and needed in life and he values it. I've been holding on waiting for your reaction, I'm never okay until it drops, so thanks for a quick one!! You read the writer's minds so well as you watch. Rebecca was epic in this episode, and set up the return of Roy and Keeley ... planting the seed in Roy's brain as he earlier did for her with the guy she was dating. The brilliance of the writing is the continual call-backs, clear back to the beginning of the series, and many of them go unnoticed, because they are subtle. I saw an interview with Jason and Rich Eisen, and I feel the show will continue, but I don't know in what form. Whether Roy takes the Ted role, or Michelle moves to London, or they split ... so many ways, but Jason said they won't do it unless they have a storyline reason for it. He says it will be considered and discussed. I knew all along the Isaac and Colin situation would be what it turned out to be, but it was done well. Nothing was better than Roy telling the story at the press conference, although Rebeca's meltdown was close. The look on Keeley's face at the end of that story was brilliant, but easily missed because Hannah completely ate the scene with her incredible acting. Thank you, Jacqui, for your brilliance in sharing your emotions and understanding with us ... I appreciate it more than words in any dictionary can describe.
I don't know if you mean that Roy would become the head coach of Richmond and Nate would become his assistant but I really hope that doesn't happen. Realistically, a head coach of an EPL team wouldn't leave and become the assistant coach of another team. Of course, someone doesn't go from being a kit man to an assistant coach to a head coach in less than 2 years so what do I know 🤣🤣
@@bmr209 I wasn't assigning parts, I was indicating that Roy would continue the "Lasso-way." But as you point out, not everything in this show is based on reality. In a comment on the previous episode, I said that I believe that Jason is trying to put his relationship with Olivia Wilde back together in the fictional characters he created. They weren't married, but have two kids, and their relationship is very cordial, as she recommended that he create this series. The writers do what they want, and I trust them. Would Nate be immediately accepted as head coach after he tore the "Believe" sign in half? He's not emotionally stable enough at this point, in my opinion. He's learning that he appreciates happiness over success, but we shall see.
As a guy who finds it very hard to use the 'L' word to my mates, the last few lines of this episode really tore me up. Isaac and Colin just... too wonderful.
In real life Premiere League, if a fan shouts the other F word, he is automatically expelled from the stadium and banned for life.
They should write a tie-in book, The Lasso Way by Trent Crimm. If Terry Pratchett were still alive, he'd have been a perfect choice to author it.
Though this season is the most significant for Isaac and Colin, watching the show again, they have had some real gem moments across the seasons. Their friendship being front and center was great. Though I hated Colin feeling isolated while Isaac had to sort through his feelings, they really did a great job showing just how hurt Isaac was too. Great acting for both of these guys
Favorite part of the episode, “ new Trent, I prefer you to old Trent”. Honorable mentions to Jamie, “ I’m flattered “ Rebecca “ Oi Kent!” And the whole scene that ended with Rebecca “ I heard that” we’re just brilliant. Loving your channel and can’t wait for you and Sam to watch these😀
Can I just say I love that Jade clocked Rupert’s shite from the very beginning? That’s how you know she’s going to be good for Nate.
And Rebecca yelling at her boys is kinda hot, not gonna lie 😂. Rebecca kicking him in the ass is what he needed.
I feel like Roy saying “none of you spoke up” is what leads to Isaac and his speech in the locker room, defending Colin. Kola absolutely nailed it 👏🏻.
No cops at Pride, just Isaac McAdoo. 🥰🏳️🌈
And Roy’s press conference was perfect, Emmy worthy; the Ted Lasso way, but with his own flavor.
I love the editing with the callbacks’ references! And I love that you also love Jade, many people miss how great she is with her unimpressed face 😅
34:56 - Regarding Zara, Shandy and Jack in the very last episode when Ted is at the airport buying a newspaper all three are mentioned in the background of other magazines (not the one Ted picks/buys). Zava joined a football/soccer team in the states, Shandy’s app became successful *gross* and something is mentioned about Jack’s wealth. So it seems like the writers wanted everything to get some sort of wrap up, even if its just as an Easter egg in the background.
That hairy ass scene was so unexpected. Great comedic writing.
As Roy becomes more Ted like I feel he will reach a middle ground where he will be the best of both worlds and the perfect one to take over as head coach when Ted goes home if they don't bring Nathan back
This was an incredible episode! I couldn't believe how tense I was as it built up to halftime. I thought they handled Colin's arc so well, especially with Ted giving his speech about how they need to be there for each other and then Roy's press conference. Just so good!
I knew you would love this. This is an extraordinary episode. The A, B and C plots... all of them are great. I liked that the writers were smart enough to leave us wondering about Isaac's motives, but then SHOWED us the reason, through his interaction with the loud fan, rather than simply telling us (although Isaac later also told Colin). Then in the B plot, the show was brave enough to have Roy be clearly wrong, clearly even a bit cowardly, then make up for it later in spectacular fashion. I even loved that REBECCA was the reaction the camera focused on in the press conference rather than Keeley. To me it was smarter to keep the focus off Keeley for a bit, since this was Roy acting on Rebecca's advice. And the Nate plot was very minor, but still very edifying about his changing priorities. They're on a huge roll with the last four eps. Huge.
Jason (Ted) is a Kansas City Chiefs fan and the Broncos are in their division. So, a clever way to diss them.
I *love* your Ted Lasso reactions!
Thank you! 😄
The visual moment between Sam and Jamie and the captain's band was brilliant--with neither of them speaking a word.
Sorry about being four months late. 🙂
The Roy press conference speech completely reminded me of the Ted press conference where he talked about Hank the dog. I knew you would love this episode.
One interesting touch is that the loud obnoxious Richmond fan was not wearing the new Bantr jersey like everyone around him, he was the only one in the crowd wearing the old Dubai Air jersey.
I can't believe u cut out Jamie's "I'm flattered" moment, I loved that part.
I thought I had included it, but I guess I accidentally cut it out of the TH-cam edit 😅 It was such a great moment!
@@movienightwithjacqui I was waiting for it, because you said they focused on Van Damme when talking about possibly having another gay dude in the team, but actually they were all looking at Jamie lol And yes, Jamie has a lot of the queer fandom headcanoning him as bisexual, just as we did with Keeley (and she actually got a bisexual storyline now, not just her hints of attraction to Rebecca). I don't know if it is some purposeful subtext or just the way he is played and the fact that a lot of queer people resonate with his character (one example, the soft and tough part with his dad), but yeah. The fanon bi Jamie trope is a big one in the Ted Lasso fandom and his support of Colin the minute he came out were one of the most compelling to me, both his "We got you" bit in the locker room and their hug at the end of the game later.
The wholesomeness is building for this show. I can sense the hard hitting shit coming
Zava has his avocado farm to manage and Goldberry is waiting
One thing I love about Jade seeing through Rupert immediately - we're first introduce to her when she's wholly unimpressed by Nate's claims to fame and authorities, and this just continues that. She's always been able to see right through people
The episode title is based on the play/musical La Cage Aux Folles, a play/musical about a gay couple being made to hide their relationship (gotta love the shows many references to RomComs and musical theater).
Although he initially went about it the wrong way by completely avoiding Colin, eventually Isaac handled it great. By asking "what is it about about me that made you think you couldn't tell me?" was a great way to help alleviate any blame Colin may feel in a very important situation in their relationship. A great bit of self-reflection vs outward blame.
Rebecca being an absolute Boss paying Roy back for his "Struck By Lightning" speech was incredible.
Loved Jade seeing right through Rupert's bullshit saying he's "nice-like."
I'm glad you pointed out Keeley's reaction to Roy's press conference. I completely missed that.
I really need to hear more of Coach Beard's thoughts on classic rock guitarists.
Trent Crimm rules. Nothing much more to say other than he's amazing.
joe walsh is a great guitarist. yet, i prefer jimmy page but to me... jimi hendrix is the best classic rock guitarist. my favorite guitarist is johnny marr of the smiths.
@@thevoid99 And if you'd asked Jimi, he would have said it was, Terry Kath of Chicago. He actually did say that. ;-]
All through that scene I wanted to yell out, David Gilmour! ;-]
Rebecca is the friend this season - amen! ♥ Ted's speech/story!
I like how you noticed Keely's reaction when the focus was clearly on Rebecca... and I love that there was a reaction from her to see! That's how smart this show is!
Cheers!
I actually am loving Rupert more in this season than in any other. Sure, we all saw who he was way back at the gala, but this season he just turns it up so much that you're just wondering what he's gonna say next and how the resulting hate levels will be topped. (For me personally, his high [low?] point was when he told Rebecca he's just like any man and gets "tired of the same ol' same ol'." I mean, OUCH!) He's the purest distillation of "love to hate", a fantastic villain and Anthony Head nails the role.
For me the worst was when he said it turns out he did want to have children, he just didn't want them with (her). OUCH.
An interesting subtle detail I didn't even notice the first time I watched the episode was that the idiot fan in the stands was wearing an AFC Richmond kit with the Dubai Air logo still on it because of course he was.
One thing I will point out that I found clever was the “ash hole” in the stands was still wearing the Dubai Air version of the uniform (or whatever they are called I don’t speak sports) which I think tells you everything you need to know about that character.
Also I keep seeing reactors saying that this is the final season, that has not been officially announced yet. It might be the last because in interviews from previous seasons (not this one though) they said they had a three season plan but they have been silent on that all season long, they always say “it’s up to Jason”. And if it truly was the final season Apple would want to advertise it as a final season for promotional stuff. Again it may be the final season but I wouldn’t call it that until it’s announced.
My crazy hope is that it ends with Henry coming to live with Ted in London and the final shot is the final shot from Monsters Inc with a close up on Teds face at the airport and the voice of Henry saying “Dad” and Ted smiling.
I have gotten pushback when I post this (probably rightfully so🤣) but they keep showing Henry struggling with Michelle in Kansas, and they vilified Michelle (imo) with the introduction of Dr.Frickface (and Henry doesn’t seem to like him). There is nothing left in Kansas for Ted except his son and a barbecue restaurant, he built a family in London. I am sure I am wrong, but that’s what I want.
Love the videos, sorry for the long post.👍
It's the last season for the next couple of years in any case, so if it ever comes back, it will take some time -- as per Brendan Hunt talking to Digital Spy back in April.
I don't know about Henry moving but I agree that it would seem half-assed if they end it with Ted simply going back to the USA and having to build a new life yet again. The best outcome I could come up with on that end is if he gets called to coach the NT, men or (it would be a great twist) women, and treats it as both a new challenge as well as being closer to Henry.
Yeah that was a great detail when everyone around is wearing the Bantr version. Not that wearing an old jersey is wrong seeing how expensive they are, but you can tell that guy wears it pridefully for not being "Woke".
My greatest fear is that he goes back to Michelle. I don't even super ship him with Rebecca, although it is obvious they always hinted at them since season 1 and have been quite a bit in season 3, and if it's not her, he will probably go back to Michelle (I would dig for him to be alone too, but still in England, with his new "family"). Also, when she tells him about Sam, Ted had said "same time last year, you dropped another truth bomb on me" and she says "see you next year". I think the big conundrum for Ted will come next episode, because the "truth episode" was 2x11. If they go Ted/Rebecca, it will be something about them (maybe Ted says he will go home and she realizes something and asks him to stay?), if they don't, I don't really know what could be for HER to tell Ted (unless she is selling the club? I saw that billionaire dude will be back, but also please don't sell to that awful guy, cmon). I agree, Henry coming to England would be amazing! We don't know Michelle's life, if she has something that she needs to be in the US for, but Henry seems to be playing football now, so him coming to England to train more seriously and eventually playing for real could be a nice route. If they reignite Ted and Michelle, it's just- I don't hate her, but they are clearly done, she was awful with ambushing him in therapy with a biased therapist, and later dating the guy and introducing him to Henry without telling Ted, the pressing for the divorce papers, how they hinted she guilted him into giving her space to the point he took a job in England, sacrificing his time with Henry. So yeah, even if he goes back, he will be miserable. He will lose everything again, and have only Henry (Michelle and him won't last, she clearly fell out of love and if she wants him back, who is to say that won't happen again when she feels suffocated?) and possibly Beard if he follows, but Beard also seems to enjoy life in England. So yeah, I love the idea of Roy stepping up to be the new Ted, but also I don't want a miserable ending for Ted.
And I don't want Nate back on the team either, even if I'm rooting for his redemption. He burned the bridges there, he harassed Will, he outed Ted's mental health problems. Forgive, but do not forget, he was very unprofessional.
nate's suit observation was a good one that I dint pick up on. It s probably has some meaning to him feeling more comfortable to be himself. But to be honest I just thought it was because he had a girlfriend and can help him dress better now lol.
So many brilliant moments in this episode ! One of my favourite is the little exchange between Sam and Jamie about the captaincy.
I can’t believe there’s only a couple episodes left 😭😭
Roy needed Rebecca to get in his face! The press conference was so Ted ! Seeing Trent so proud of Colin and the team was magnificent. Nate might be on a good trajectory. He sees Rupert now and jade will back him up.
I discovered your channel just a week or so ago, but I have loved watching you with these last few Ted Lasso episodes. Watching it with you somehow amplifies the emotions I had the first time I watched it. 😊
I’m happy about Nate’s story, we FINALLY see him turn down Rupert for once. I’m glad he has another positive person in his life to help him
I think an automatic red (which is what Issac got) comes with a further suspension as opposed to getting multiple yellow cards adding up to a red
They have captured the fact that we are all searching for connections.
Love your Ted Lasso reviews Jacqui! You have almost literally the exact same reaction as I do . After watching anew episode, I can’t wait for your reaction video because I’m so excited for you to see what happens, because i know you’re be excited as I am. I “talk” to your videos lol, like “oh just wait girl, you called it!” Appreciate your perspective ❤️
i did not get the "thats what she said" reference til you said it 😂
I’ll be interested to see which episode in Season 3 is submitted for a writing Emmy. My guess is it will be either the Sunflowers/Amsterdam episode or this episode.
I think the writing was strongest in this one. It's a little tighter and there are SO many good lines and emotional moments. Sunflowers is great too but this one is what really exemplifies Ted Lasso for me.
Jade can see through Rupert like he's made of glass which Rupert clearly hates because it means Nate is starting to see through him too. Also, Rebecca's power walk when she goes to confront Roy is just full-on Boss Ass Bitch energy.
Was fully expecting Issac to have some kind of interaction with that fan who's been standing up and shouting abuse, but I was expecting something along the lines of the Eric Cantona incident against Crystal Palace in the 90's.
Also, there's a little callback to season 2 - The commentary at the end of the second half of the match is that Colin was an inspiring presence but in season 2 Nate said that Colin doesn't inspire anyone.
That commanding walk at 12:34 and the following entrance to the locker room was probably one of the most beautiful things I've seen this episode, hah
'I give him love' gives me the chills. What a great episode!! We never doubted Isaac for a second!
Side note, I noticed you are starting Arcane on your patreon! I've been on the fence about subbing to your patreon for a while and this might be the push I needed!! Plus more movies =)
13:19 give Jacqui all the awards! Best joke of the year winner right here! Loved this episode so much. Roy’s press conference made me cry more than his last match in season 1. I didn’t think that was possible
Watching your review, I realized that Ted Lasso is Mr Rogers’ Neighborhood for adults.
This is not an insult.
That’s such a great way to describe it! Completely agree!
Awesome 'Possum! Even earlier than last week, Noice! 👍✌❤
Another excellent episode, a resolution to the Colin & Isaac situation, a really solid step in Nate's redemption, Roy and Rebecca being All-Stars, and Beard in the Greatest Press Conference Ever.
The Walking Dead had an aftershow called The Talking Dead. The various nuTrek series have the aftershow The Ready Room with Wil Wheaton. Both of these aftershows are perfect forums that let people work through each episode and decompress and reflect on each week's story.
Why this long-winded preamble? Because Jacqui, your reaction videos to Ted Lasso and your perspectives are such a joy to watch, that you should be the official aftershow for Ted Lasso! Your comments and insights are almost always spot on, and I always look forward to your analysis and positive energy! So much so that I now tell anyone starting Ted Lasso to check out your reactions to each episode!
I think I'm going to miss your reaction videos to Ted Lasso as much as the series itself!
For the record, 1967 Raquel Welch is the correct answer.... Always.... Regardless of the question.
Gold standard.
I offer the only alternative answer being Hannah Waddingham 😄
'66 was a legit contender. That One Million BC movie poster...whew.
@@movienightwithjacqui
Yes, not a bad option. She's beautiful, classy, intelligent, incredibly talented, funny.... And utterly terrifying.
In all seriousness, I am not the type to wilt before money, fame, status, beauty, etc. I'm furthermore a physically imposing person, myself. But that woman, in my view, is not entirely human. Not to put too fine a point on it, she scares the sh1t out of me.
My hypothesis, is that she was built in the same laboratory where James Bond gets all his great toys and gizmos. I see no other rational explanation.
@@AceMoonshot
Ok, fair. I was relying upon my extemporaneous memory, rather than Wikipedia. I thought 1967 was the poster year.
Other contenders: Lena Horne, Syd Cherisse, Jane Russell, and Sofia Loren.
But Raquel Welch is still the correct answer.
I get what you mean by Ted deserves better, but Ted deserves happiness and love. He deserves the apple of his eye. If it’s Michelle, then he deserves her. Forgiveness is a skill and a nature and he forgives with grace.
She never stopped liking him but the love was going. She sees he’s been working on himself. That smile when she had a zoom call with Ted and he told her that although he wasn’t happy about Dr Jake, he still loved her and their son and they would always be a family unit. I think that is the most important thing to her.
I have fell down a reactor TH-cam rabbit hole as it is such a great way to relive my favorite shows. Although I am subscribed to too many reactors to count😂, your reactions are truly special. Your ability to articulate themes, investment in the characters and overall energy among many other great qualities make these the greatest reactions I have seen. It is always a pleasure every time you post, thank you for the great content.
I knew this episode was going to hit home for you.
I think Nate is turning the corner, I really hope the shine is coming off Rupert. I thought the entire time Rupert was going to try to steal Jade, just because he can. The whole "guys" night was a trap.
The divorce is what Michelle was driving for the whole time. Michelle must have been seeing the therapist well before she and Ted saw him for therapy. I think Rebecca has found out info along these lines and is trying to spare it from hurting Ted.
There's probably some symbolism to the homophobic fan being the only one wearing the old dubai air shirt but i can work out what it is
14:10 Boss. Arse. B*tch. 😍
Also, it was hard to stop myself from singing along with George Hearn at the end...so I dIdn't even try. 😁
I miss seeing Nora (and Phoebe) this season!
I have a theory about Rebecca. She's not the friend this season, she's the mentor, THE MOTHER to everyone around her. I rhink thats what the psychic meant when she said she wpuld be a mother. Since she stopped trying to get revenge on Rupert and is unencumbered by romantic relationships, she's finally at peace with herself. This is the Rebecca Sassy was talking about. And she is meant to be the owner of the team, and act as a guiding figure to all. I love her, she's just sensational at it.
Knew this would be a loved episode.
10:29 Liked Jade from the beginning, and this really cemented it. 😍
11:29 This will go down as one of my favourite scenes of the series...Beard goes Beast Mode! 🤣🤣🤣
13:18 Based upon this joke, I declare Jacqui the "World's Hottest Dad". 😂😛
14:05 Rebecca isn't just the boss, she's THE BOSS. Hannah Waddingham is amazing. ❤
22:17 I love how the vast majority of the football action we see is them having a rough go, and they skip over many of the triumphs entirely. Keeps the underlying Underdog motif palpable.
25:00 And now we have Roy being THE BOSS. Between acting and writing, the talent of Brett Goldstein is truly awe-inspiring. #WGAStrong ✊
26:33 I raise a glass to Nate, making great strides in turning away from The Dark Side. 🥃
26:51 I figured this was the case, but it's nice to get resolution. 🤗
I think you might be on to something with the shot held on Van Damme. He also reiterated his name change during the episode. I wonder if that is him trying to be someone else and if picking a name tied to a macho action star is his way of hiding to the team.
Also, I agree with you about seeing Roy showing head coach tendencies. I know many are predicting Nathan coming back to coach Richmond when Ted leaves but it looks like that’ll be Roy now.
When I don’t think I could respect the writers any more than I already did, I watch another episode or I hear something about them that influences the show in some way, and my respect for them increases.
1. They censor out the slur, but you still know exactly what the guy said and you see how it impacts the characters who hear it.
2. A lot of people have made excuses for bad behavior (myself included), but the show makes it clear that the fan wasn’t there to support the team, from his use of the slur to having the DubaiAir logo on his jersey to how the fans around him were visibly relieved to see him escorted out.
3. At the press conference, Roy is channeling Ted by answering the question with a story, though of course he’s still Roy. It could be a misdirect, but I do think he’ll take over as head coach once Ted moves back to the states.
4. Not necessarily about the writing, but I loved watching Rebecca walk with a purpose on her way to chastising Roy, I loved the shot of Trent in the locker room after everyone else has left, and I loved how Jade was visibly smitten with Nate and unimpressed by Palpatine in this episode.
Yeah the "fan" having the old jersey was a nice subtle touch
I really liked Roy's monolog. I also love Rupert=Palpatine. Also, it is Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan followed by Prince(not classic though).... LZ is my favorite band...Clapton is amazing too.
Most reactors, I jump to whatever big scene(s) from the episode are. But with you, I have to see the whole video. Even if just to understand all your facial expressions when you watch later with Sam. 😄😄
I didn’t get the “what the lady from the American Office said” joke until I watched this recap
Something I didn’t even remember until this reaction, Rupert is supposedly still with Bex meaning Rupert again is cheating on her
You're absolutely right...exhibit #3949896 of why Rupert is a good-for-nothing waste of oxygen. I hope something poetic and hilarious happens to him by the end of the show, like going bankrupt or something. That would be satisfying.
Every review I've watched, when that lout in the crowd yelled what he yelled, 100% of the time the reviewers have gasped or been struck dumb. Shows how powerful words can be and this series willingness to use them to the most amazing effect.
Assuming they try to keep things realistic (and it still is a TV show, after all) Isaac would get an automatic 3 game ban for his straight red card (yes, I know, but that's literally how it would be described for a sending off for a single offence rather than two yellow cards adding up to a red). But that would be for an "in-game" straight red card. Going into the crowd would likely result in a much longer ban (the last player to do so, with similar provocation, was banned for the remainder of the season and into the start of the following season - a ban calculated in months not games). There may be slight mitigation in that it appears no punches were thrown, but Isaac is unlikely to be playing any time soon, so yeah, Sam is likely to be captain for a while. If we're being realistic......
From Denver, can confirm.
Your fault!
Now, whenever Rupert walks into a room I hear the Imperial March from Star Wars in my head, and it's all YOUR fault! lol
I am in love with Rebecca what a woman!
Really appreciate your reactions to this series. Well thought through and engaging. I fear the end of this series and the huge hole its going to leave in my life, but hope they end it right and dont keep it going for the sake of it. This season has been mixed though with the limited characters like jack, shandy and zava. The relationships are so strong though that i know im on the ride till the end.
Issacs' red card rules him out of the next game automatically. The FA would likely extend this for violent conduct. For reference Eric Cantona got a 9 month ban for karate kicking a fan.
Just watched the Cantona kick - yikes!
17:20 well look at the big brains on Jacqui!
A most excellent episode in so many ways.
26:28 Keeley LuuuuuUUUUUuuuuves him
Fittest means hottest in British slang. So it was not a question about physical fitness!
Yay, Friday night just got a whole lot redder. 🥰
Have a great one everyone
I've been near guys like that loudmouth at matches. I take some consolation from the fact that most of the time, someone kicks ten shades of shit out of them the evening after the game.
I do think Sam would be an excellent captain, but most likely, it will be interim. Historically, though, footballers going after fans in the stands don't just get ejected - it is very common for them to get multi-game suspensions so if Isaac misses a couple of games, it would be realistic, though I love seeing him with the team. As a lifelong Chiefs fan, I definitely understand Ted hating to sit with a friend and root for the Broncos. The only thing worse would be if it was the Raiders - but I doubt Ted would be friends with any Raiders fan.
'We Love The Growth' - need to put it on a t shirt, like yesterday
Roy got there on his own because Rebecca is the boss. It took him a couple of tries to get to the point that she wasn't really asking him, she was telling him to fill in.
This was such a beautiful episode! You're fabulous, take the Lasso way always. Let's all be Colin's in a world of Rupert's! This is my favourite channel since discovering it for The Last of Us reviews. Ted is GOD TIER television, never seen anything this good. Thank you for always agreeing with me. :) 3 left! I DO NOT know what to do with life in 3 weeks!
And where is Rebecca’s Great Dane?
rupert has no love in his heart. he treats people like shit as if he's better than them. he treats women like possessions. he's going to end up alone and the last thing that is going to happen to him is him shagging shandy and then... he dies of a heart attack.
So Isaac will be suspended at least one game. Red card is an auto one, but historically players are suspended more for going into the stands like this.
So pretty!
Am I just realizing that Nate is morphing into Rupert. From hairstyle to dress,
You noticed just as he’s finally breaking away from doing it.
@@scarlettmi i saw the changes in Nate but it wasn’t until now that even Nate’s hair has that swoop side part like Rupert and now it all makes sense
I hate this reaction of growth when Isaac says no one is going to say anything.
That is who Isaac is. He didn’t change.
What is with these staircases with glass walls? Keeley has a similar staircase.
Thanks!
Wow thank you!!! I was just reading through your last comment, and trying to find a way to respond. Thank you for always leaving such kind thoughtful comments, and helping make my TH-cam experience so positive 😄 Particularly with Ted Lasso...it's such a special community!
@@movienightwithjacqui As I told you before, your insight takes me back to days when a friend and I would analyze movies over a late night breakfast after seeing them at a theater. You make it seem personal, and not talking at a camera. What a gift you have. Being a writer, I watch shows like this to study and appreciate characterization, and I learn from it, but your insight helps me learn. I think you for that.
The rule is a therapist shouldn't date their former clients for at least two years. So it's not just unethical, but also just illegal. In the real world, he'd lose his license to practice for dating Michelle.
I want to say I love your enthusiasm! I, also, am impressed with all the call backs to the prior seasons. Some are so subtle I don't catch them until I am laying bed thinking about the show. I disagree about Zava, Jack, and Shandy. They all served their purpose I have no desire to see them again. I feel that all three story lines built around them was a teaching moment and the lessons were learned. I think Jade filled a need for Nate that Ted couldn't fill because she is a woman and Nate was uncomfortable and shy around women. I have always seen Nates character arch because I went through similar transitions in my life. Jade may be Nate's first real girl friend and he will learn to believe in himself and upon further reflection realize that Ted was a true friend and mentor and Rupert is smoke and mirrors. I don't know where they are goin from here by I am enjoying the ride!
I get what you mean about the clunkiness. I love Keely but I can't help but wonder how relevant her storyline is at all to the main storyline. I'll forgive them as she's wonderful but it seems bolted on and unnecessary. I don't like that there are characters that rolled in to teach a lesson and went away never to be seen again, but maybe it's about making each other better and that every person has an influence on us.
Two richard comments this episode, I have a feeling we might look into richard's life next episode or maybe later in the season
that 99% sure and 1% scared shitless is soooooo fuckin real. I came out to my best friend as trans a few years ago and i *knew* he would have my back but the chance that he might not had me petrified.