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Each episode of Big Little Lies is directed differently from the other where you can see more than one point of view. This one focuses on how Ed views his relationship with Madeline, and how he feels about it. It also shows us how Jane is trying to overcome her sexual problems and still failing. I personally feel that Kory is going to turn out to be Perry's brother and he's working with Mary Louise to find out how his brother died. Bonnie on the other hand with her mother's condition and everyone convincing her that she's not okay and she needs help, and the fact that she knows that but still denying it because she's trying to hide their big little lie, she gives up again and goes to the police again where she's surprised by Kory leaving the station. Tori and Joseph seem to be getting their revenge on Madeline. Tori buys Ed a drink and seduces him. And finally, Celeste is still struggling with the curstody of her children against Mary Luise. And Rhenata is still on the verge of losing it because of the people around her who keep destroying her perfect image that she drew for herself, that she built this great rich and happy family where its all sunshine and rainbows.

When Celeste spoke to Max and Josh at the dining room table, & Josh called her a b*tch... Nicole's acting in that moment - I felt that! Also, when they were all talking on the bed & one of them said: "we can protect you"... ughhh, how cute!!! I just can't! Also, loved them two standing up for Ziggy (despite violence not being the answer).

The scene with Madeline and Ed in the car, honestly... Adam's such an underrated dramatic actor. I really wish he got/gets more dramatic roles, cause he's so good. I also really loved how Chloe gave Ed a hug! My boy needed that hug. But... on a side note - Tori... girl... lay off Ed!

Lastly, what on Earth was up with the ending, not only with Ed, but like, that Corey bit?!? How sad for Jane if he really is a cop.

Anyway, again, I can't wait for next week. The promo as usual, looks hella juicy.

Each scene in this episode is well-done and well-acted, but they don't add up to a whole, nor do they progress the story at all. And the episode ends just when it starts to get really interesting; it's as if the best part begins when the screen goes black! **1/2 out of 4.

Favorite scene with

Bonnie Carlson (Zoe Kravitz) - Her fight with her Father regarding him not protecting her from her Mother when she was a child.

Celeste Wright (Nicole Kidman) - Furious with Mary Louise when the Lawyer suggests Joint Custody while she seeks treatment for Drug and Alcohol Dependency as well as Anger Management.

Jane Chapman (Shailene Woodley) - Her heart-to-heart with Ziggy.

Madeline Martha Mackenzie (Reese Witherspoon) - Telling Mary Louise that what she's doing is Indecent and asking what's wrong with her.

Renata Klein (Laura Dern) - Being told that she's not going to be included in the Women In Power Magazine Article.

Jean-Marc Vallée directed all episodes in series 1, and Andrea Arnold directed all from series 2. Well it was revealed in July 2019 that Andrea lost control with Jean-Marc being brought in to manage the edits. I feel bad for Andrea, who is British, that her authority was usurped. An ironically bitter twist on female empowerment that Big Little Lies embodies.

Anyway, here there's much going on. I'm a big fan of Chicago, and hearing the yoga class's rendition of If you leave me now was stirring for sure. Adam Scott is a fine actor, and maybe there can be a Big Little Lies 3 where the husbands and boyfriends of the Monterey 5 are front and center.

Will the Monterey Five crack over their season 1 finale secret?

At the very end of the credits, guess what? There's a special thanks to Jean-Marc Vallée .

Release the Arnold cut!

This show is a mess and this episode in particular was a big filler of nothing. Clearly, this season should've been a three episode run.

Wake me when it's over. Should have stopped at season 1.