And Just Like That … Recap: The Spins

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For quite some time now, ‘And Just Like That’ hasn’t been as whimsical as one might expect, but this latest episode certainly brought a touch of silliness that was long overdue. To put it simply, it’s about time for some light-hearted fun – just like Miranda suggested last week. And as someone who’s tuning in for the show, I can’t help but wish for more enjoyment. Strangely enough, the episode with the shortest duration and least focus on Carrie Bradshaw seems to be the most entertaining. I’m merely presenting facts here; feel free to interpret them as you see fit.

It’s not as if Carrie is absent; on the contrary, Aidan unexpectedly shows up at her place, disclosing that he’s got some spare time since Wyatt prefers to stay with Kathy and Aidan is alone on the farm. Although Aidan and Kathy might be the ones to decide about Wyatt’s residence, I wouldn’t dare interfere in someone else’s parenting decisions (they’re clearly struggling). After having intimate moments with Carrie, Aidan shares this news with her, and she is pressed for a writing meeting with Duncan. Despite his casual encouragement, the continual sighing and whining from Duncan leave Carrie little room to refuse. As usual, Aidan remains a burden. For now, they appear alright, but it’s evident that the show is hinting at “Aidan is envious of Duncan.” Carrie seems pleased to have more time with her man, but this situation exudes an air of “too irritating to thrive” rather than “too big to fail.

If the dynamic between Carrie and Aidan isn’t enjoyable, what makes for good entertainment? In the series And Just Like That …, the most engaging moments are when all the main characters converge, as seen this week at an art gallery exhibition hosted by Charlotte. With Harry recuperating at home following surgery (let’s avoid discussing his swollen balls, which is quintessential Charlotte York), Charlotte is fully immersed in her professional life. The exchanges between Charlotte and her colleagues at the gallery are amusing and serve as a refreshing change of pace. The exhibition revolves around the concept of authentic happiness and its transformation with age. One art piece showcases an unmade bed on the floor, adorned with a woman lying face down, covered in food crumbs, snacks, and a condom filled with semen – yes, the artists require Charlotte and her team to fill it up precisely to their specifications. This artwork seems reminiscent of the 1980s for Charlotte, although I find it challenging to imagine Charlotte ever sleeping in a messy bed at any age.

As the grand opening approaches, Charlotte’s dizzy spells return, making for an interesting twist in this storyline. Given her character, it wouldn’t be surprising if Charlotte had a fainting couch at home. At the event, Charlotte experiences a severe bout of dizziness and needs to sit down. While resting, she observes Miranda eyeing Joy’s champagne glass, potentially considering a sip. Earlier, Miranda had shared doubts with Carrie about her sobriety, questioning if she had overcorrected in the past. This scene might have reminded some viewers of the initial, somewhat clumsy portrayal of Miranda’s sobriety in season one, prompting exclamations like “I swear to God!”

As Charlotte calls out for Miranda to put down the drink and stumbles towards her, she unfortunately falls face-first onto a bed with a naked woman on it. In the midst of her vertigo attack, Charlotte’s attempt to prevent Miranda from making a regrettable decision results in an embarrassing encounter involving spilled semen. This incident brings back memories of the ’80s for some viewers, explaining why she found this scene reminiscent of that era.

As a movie enthusiast, let me share my take on this scene from “And Just Like That” season 3. Amidst the bustling gallery opening, and particularly focusing on Charlotte, I chose to absent myself, drawn instead by an uncontainable longing for my editor, Marion. Coining the term “flirking,” or flirting during work hours, wasn’t exactly my cup of tea, but watching Lisa revel in her “flirking” escapades was delightful. The show’s creators have truly hit a home run by offering more comedic moments to the incredibly talented Nicole Ari Parker. Her performance as she contemplates the possible romantic chemistry between Marion and herself, while ordering lunch, is nothing short of side-splittingly hilarious. I must admit, no one seems to be able to deliver a laugh quite like Parker does when she’s nervously chowing down on a salad! It’s some exceptional work with that salad prop, let me tell you.

Although Lisa is deeply fond of her spouse, his morning antics sometimes dampen the mood – like when he makes a loud bathroom visit during intimacy or interrupts with a detailed shopping list. However, she finds herself strongly drawn to Marion. She had an erotic dream about him, they share an undeniably electric connection, and she harbors growing emotions towards him. It’s uncertain if Marion, who is also married, shares these feelings or if it’s all in Lisa’s imagination. Marion can be flirtatious and seductive, but much of what Lisa perceives as his advances could also be innocuous – perhaps he was just discussing lunch orders or eating papaya in a typical manner. When he invites her to the movies, it’s not a date; rather, he wants to introduce her to a development executive from the Obamas’ production company. It’s possible that Marion isn’t implying anything inappropriate. Yet, Lisa is smitten. So much so that when she tries to act casual and routine while telling her husband that she can’t attend Charlotte’s event due to work commitments, she fails miserably at appearing relaxed.

In the movie theater, it’s clear that her usual demeanor doesn’t change as she sits next to Marion. But when their knees accidentally touch – intentional or not, it becomes unbearable for her. She needs to leave immediately. Her children need seltzer, Marion! She rushes out, but not before exchanging a glance that suggests Marion might feel the same way. Perhaps Lisa is correct to be worried! However, when he contacts her later, it’s not about their personal situation; instead, they discuss the documentary, as the development executive shows great interest and this could be the opportunity Lisa needs to get Michelle Obama involved. Despite any complications with Marion’s feelings, I doubt Lisa would ever cheat on Herbert, but isn’t it inevitable that she’ll have a heart-to-heart talk with him soon? Hopefully, their conversation will involve more humor related to vegetables, as we all deserve some laughter after everything.

This and That

It’s delightful to observe Seema and Adam acting playfully in bed. It’s clear that Ravi Scarf wasn’t providing her with such pleasure. It’s also entertaining to notice her mixed feelings of disgust and amusement towards a man who relies on rock crystals for deodorant and shares the last name Karma. I hope Adam Karma stays for some time longer.

If you’re curious, there is indeed a brief and tense scene where Miranda encounters a bottle of gin that Joy left at her apartment. However, luckily – or so it seems, considering I’m fond of personifying things as if they were alive – by some sort of miracle I’d like to call “Bi Bingo,” she ends up discarding the entire bottle into the trash chute instead.

Patti LuPone continues to be active in life. Now, Gia is attempting to lure her son away from Anthony by showing him high-end NYC lofts and expensive artworks. She hopes he’ll make a decision to leave Anthony if he likes what he sees. However, Giuseppe is aware of her plan and motivates Anthony to stand firm by preparing a meal for Gia and himself, thus giving her a chance to see his true character. This promises to be an exciting turn of events.

Oh, I really did chuckle when Aidan gave Duncan the “Dunkin’ Donuts” nickname, given my tendency to be corny. Guess that fits me perfectly, it was my fault for being so cheesy.

Instead of saying “Do we think Duncan’s notes for Carrie’s novel are just ‘it’s missing plot and characters and also is boring’?” you could rephrase it as: “Don’t we find that Duncan’s feedback on Carrie’s manuscript suggests it lacks both plot development and well-rounded characters, and is generally dull? I’m still chuckling at his initial praise for chapter one.

I’m eagerly hoping that Victor Garber reappeared as Charlotte’s supervisor for more than just brief, 30-second scenes alongside Patti LuPone. Let’s see some substantial interaction between them!

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2025-07-18 05:54