Directorate S: The Americans Podcast

Sharp Objects 108 “Milk”: Don’t Tell Mama

[http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/108-collage-1024x737.jpg] [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/108-collage.jpg] The finale of Sharp Objects, “Milk,” brings Camille’s story to a close. Or does it? Our feelings about the ending of the episode are many. We discuss Adora tending to Camille, Camille’s journey, the ghost of Marian, and the truth about Amma. Other topics include: the men of Wind Gap, the town’s complicity, Richard’s “apology,” and how Curry is our favorite dad. We will be back in about two weeks with an episode covering the book and the HBO documentary Mommy Dead and Dearest. Links mentioned in this episode: The Atlantic: In Sharp Objects, Love is Poison [https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2018/08/sharp-objects-finale-review-hbo/568027/] Pajiba: Final Thoughts: When it Mattered , ‘Sharp Objects’ Frustratingly Preferred Women’s Pain Instead of Women’s Strength [http://www.pajiba.com/tv_reviews/the-frustrating-misstep-of-that-abrupt-sharp-objects-ending.php] Vulture: All of the Hidden Words You Missed inSharp Objects [http://www.vulture.com/2018/07/sharp-objects-all-the-hidden-words-you-missed.html] Find us online atwww.rabbitholenetwork.com [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/] Join our Facebook group and get in on the conversation athttps://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/] Follow us on Twitter athttps://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW [https://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW]

Sharp Objects 107 “Falling”: Russian Nesting Doll of Narcissism and Trauma

[http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/107-1024x674.jpg] [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/107.jpg] The penultimate episode of Sharp Objects, “Falling,” revealed the truth behind Adora’s relationship with her girls. We discuss Camille’s journey over the course of the series, her connection with John, and her decision to confront Adora. As ever, we remain committed to Amma being the killer as Rachael breaks down her theory about the dollhouse, teeth, and Amma’s motive. Links mentioned in this episode: Vulture: All of the Hidden Words You Missed inSharp Objects [http://www.vulture.com/2018/07/sharp-objects-all-the-hidden-words-you-missed.html] Find us online atwww.rabbitholenetwork.com [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/] Join our Facebook group and get in on the conversation athttps://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/] Follow us on Twitter athttps://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW [https://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW]

Sharp Objects 106 “Cherry”: Adora the Explorer

[http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/106-1024x725.jpg] [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/106.jpg] With two episodes left to unravel the mystery of Wind Gap, “Cherry” presents the perfect conditions for some sisterly bonding. We discuss the new and improved Camille, Alan’s lack of spine, KC’s info gathering mission, and The Vipers’ take on womanhood. Links mentioned in this episode: Afterbuzz TV: Violet and April Brinson Guest on Cherry [http://www.afterbuzztv.com/sharp-objects-s1-violet-and-april-brinson-guest-on-cherry-e6-afterbuzz-tv-aftershow/] Vulture: All of the Hidden Words You Missed inSharp Objects [http://www.vulture.com/2018/07/sharp-objects-all-the-hidden-words-you-missed.html] Vulture: How Sharp Objects Made All of Camille’s Scars [http://www.vulture.com/article/sharp-objects-scars-amy-adams-makeup.html] Find us online atwww.rabbitholenetwork.com [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/] Join our Facebook group and get in on the conversation athttps://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/] Follow us on Twitter athttps://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW [https://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW]

Sharp Objects 105 “Closer”: Gone With the Wind Gap

[http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/105-collage-1024x660.jpg] [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/105-collage.jpg] The fifth episode of Sharp Objects, “Closer,” was practically a bottle episode and you know how much we love bottle episodes. We dig into Amma’s manipulative behavior, Adora’s abusive behavior, and Camille’s amazing ability to hold it all together. Stay tuned at the end for discussion of the season premiere of Better Call Saul. Links mentioned in this episode: Rolling Stone: ‘Sharp Objects’ Director Jean-Marc Vallée on Amy Adams, Led Zeppelin, and Episode 5’s Big Reveal [https://www.rollingstone.com/tv/tv-features/sharp-objects-director-jean-marc-vallee-interview-sepinwall-704649/] Vulture: All of the Hidden Words You Missed inSharp Objects [http://www.vulture.com/2018/07/sharp-objects-all-the-hidden-words-you-missed.html] Find us online atwww.rabbitholenetwork.com [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/] Join our Facebook group and get in on the conversation athttps://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/] Follow us on Twitter athttps://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW [https://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW]

Sharp Objects 104 “Ripe”: Cupcake Kitty Curls

[http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/104_1-1024x654.jpg] [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/104_1.jpg] Episode four of Sharp Objects, “Ripe,” shows us how the women of Wind Gap use manipulation and information to control the people around them. We discuss gender expectations, performance, trauma, and also some lighter stuff. Adora continues to be ridiculously perfect, Amma continues to probably be the killer, and we’re not sure we can continue to ship KC and Camille. Links mentioned in this episode: Collider: ‘Sharp Objects’ Director on Helming an Entire Season and Working Without Rehearsals [http://collider.com/sharp-objects-interview-jean-marc-vallee/] Hollywood Reporter: Chris Messina Explains Why His ‘Sharp Objects’ Character is Not Good at His Job, Either [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/sharp-objects-chris-messina-explains-why-his-character-is-not-good-at-his-job-1130510] Vulture: Patricia Clarkson’s Provocative Women [http://www.vulture.com/2018/07/patricia-clarkson-sharp-objects-profile.html?utm_campaign=vulture&utm_medium=s1&utm_source=tw] Vulture: All of the Hidden Words You Missed in Sharp Objects [http://www.vulture.com/2018/07/sharp-objects-all-the-hidden-words-you-missed.html] Find us online atwww.rabbitholenetwork.com [http://www.rabbitholenetwork.com/] Join our Facebook group and get in on the conversation athttps://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/] Follow us on Twitter athttps://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW [https://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW]