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Post by pjaye on Dec 9, 2021 14:46:00 GMT
Don't read if you haven't watched the first 2 episodes...
Who watched?
I just read an article this morning that said all the rumours were untrue, that no-one dies. It said not even Stanford...categorically no-one dies!
I could feel the foreshadowing...the cigar, the bike, the music, but I kept thinking it will just be a scare, he won't actually die...they said no-one dies.
Bastards.
I cried for the whole second episode. I think being the same age and having lost people those scenes hit home a bit harder now.
I thought the first one felt a little forced at times, but the second one was well and truly back in the grove.
I liked how they dealt with Samantha, it was very kind considering she'd been not very nice IRL.
Overall I liked it...but 10 episodes doesn't seem like enough.
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Post by mrgiedrnkr on Dec 9, 2021 18:54:14 GMT
I totally agree with you - I didn’t think episode 1 hit the groove but I liked episode 2. I also thought they handled Samantha well and left it open for her return if she chose to. I did wonder if her line about only being a paycheck was a personal dig.
The first episode made me a bit uncomfortable like they were shadows of their former selves who didn’t evolve at all. Overall, I am looking forward to seeing more after episode 2.
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Post by pjaye on Dec 10, 2021 2:30:44 GMT
Anyone else watched yet?
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Post by Tearisci on Dec 10, 2021 2:54:31 GMT
OMG, I had read a spoiler that someone died, but I thought it would be Stanford who just died in real life. But as I watched the first episode, I was like...nope, there is too much foreshadowing with the cigar and the workout. I was bereft through the second episode and glad that it had more gravitas than the first.
I agree that 10 episodes just aren't enough.
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Post by myshelly on Dec 10, 2021 4:06:11 GMT
I was not prepared for that 😢
I was really wanting this show to be just a fun little romp. Like a long lunch to catch up with old friends.
I wasn’t expecting it to be so depressing.
I really loved seeing Miranda grapple with Brady’s sex life and try so hard to be PC. I loved seeing Charlotte with a daughter who’s not a Park Avenue Princess. I liked seeing Carrie trying to adjust to the reality of newspapers and books going by the wayside. I liked the explanation for Samantha.
I thought Big’s death was so well done. Her screams at the end just killed me.
But I don’t know if I can watch 10 episodes of Carrie grieving and trying to start over. That’s not the kind of holly, jolly fun I had in mind for this month.
I have been trying so hard to avoid spoilers. I clicked on an article a couple of days ago talking about how the season would be about Big and Carrie’s divorce and I thought that sounded so sad. This is worse.
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Post by padresfan619 on Dec 10, 2021 4:14:29 GMT
I had a pit in my stomach the entire first episode waiting for Big to die. I was yelling at Carrie to call 911 when she was crying over him and got so upset seeing her wedding shoes get ruined.
Miranda falling all over herself to be woke made me cringe. I also think they are setting her up to be an alcoholic. I also spent so many years watching Chicago Fire calling Herman, Steve. Now watching And Just Like That I’m calling Steve, Herman.
I loved the the nods to the series with all of the extras. I cried when Stanford showed up. I also liked that they didn’t kill off Samantha even if Kim Cattral never comes back to the series they didn’t just close that door forever.
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Post by mrgiedrnkr on Dec 10, 2021 4:25:27 GMT
I had a pit in my stomach the entire first episode waiting for Big to die. I was yelling at Carrie to call 911 when she was crying over him and got so upset seeing her wedding shoes get ruined. Miranda falling all over herself to be woke made me cringe. I also think they are setting her up to be an alcoholic. I also spent so many years watching Chicago Fire calling Herman, Steve. Now watching And Just Like That I’m calling Steve, Herman. I loved the the nods to the series with all of the extras. I cried when Stanford showed up. I also liked that they didn’t kill off Samantha even if Kim Cattral never comes back to the series they didn’t just close that door forever. I agree with the alcohol. We saw two points to that. |
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Post by pjaye on Dec 10, 2021 5:09:00 GMT
But I don’t know if I can watch 10 episodes of Carrie grieving and trying to start over I really don't think they will, as that would be a big mistake. We all watch for the fun female friendship angle and I don't think anyone is up for 10 episodes of grieving. Miranda falling all over herself to be woke made me cringe. I also think they are setting her up to be an alcoholic Two points there - I think they were trying to make up for that horrible second movie with the "oops sometimes we get it wrong" narrative. Especially when they mentioned the white savior complex because that's the exact plot of that whole film. It seemed to me they were acknowledging some of those mistakes and racism. There's definitely going to be more of a story arc with Miranda's drinking. One thing I didn't buy was that Carrie had never seen Big masturbate - after 20+ years?? Seems highly unlikely |
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Post by AussieMeg on Dec 10, 2021 5:22:13 GMT
I'm not going to read this thread yet, because I haven't watched it - I was staying in town last night so I had to tape it. But I stupidly read a Buzzfeed post that had ** Massive Spoilers ahead ** but I read it anyway, and now I'm kicking myself. I know about the Peloton incident.
I'll be back to read and discuss tomorrow morning after I have had a chance to watch the first episode.
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Post by pjaye on Dec 10, 2021 5:34:19 GMT
** Massive Spoilers ahead ** but I read it anyway Why would you do that to yourself?? There are 2 episodes up already |
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Post by AussieMeg on Dec 10, 2021 13:29:15 GMT
Okay, I just finished watching the first two episodes. Ugh. Why did they kill him off? I feel like shit, I have a headache now. Funnily enough, I was watching the last two SATC episodes yesterday - they timed the re-runs so that the last episode was on just before the new show. But I had to go out and didn't get to watch all of the last episode. So after watching Big die, I watched the last half of the last SATC, when he rescued Carrie from Paris, which made me even more upset that he died. Ugh again. I have to go to bed now.
Oh, and I think that Miranda being an alcoholic is definitely going to be a story line.
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Post by lily on Dec 10, 2021 14:13:40 GMT
Did they (or can we figure out) how long Carrie and Big were married?
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Post by tanya2 on Dec 10, 2021 15:39:37 GMT
well if they're following true to the dates of the movie that was in 2008. Which is when Rose was born, which would make her 13 - and that seems about right. However Brady was born on the original show in 2002 and now they say he's 17 so....
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Post by tanya2 on Dec 10, 2021 15:46:04 GMT
that first episode was just heartbreaking. I can't believe they did that!!
Interesting how they dealt wth Samantha. I'm glad they didn't kill her off, but there were definitely more than a few digs there at Kim Cattrell.
Miranda was just awkward to watch. She has always been my least favourite character though
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Post by myshelly on Dec 10, 2021 15:56:05 GMT
Did they (or can we figure out) how long Carrie and Big were married? On the show they said 10 years, but I don’t know if that was meant literally or just to mean a chunk of time, give or take. |
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Post by katiescarlett on Dec 10, 2021 15:56:39 GMT
Okay, I just finished watching the first two episodes. Ugh. Why did they kill him off? I feel like shit, I have a headache now. Funnily enough, I was watching the last two SATC episodes yesterday - they timed the re-runs so that the last episode was on just before the new show. But I had to go out and didn't get to watch all of the last episode. So after watching Big die, I watched the last half of the last SATC, when he rescued Carrie from Paris, which made me even more upset that he died. Ugh again. I have to go to bed now. Oh, and I think that Miranda being an alcoholic is definitely going to be a story line. I feel so depressed! I accidentally watched the second one first and was so confused and sad thinking it started off that way and that we didn't get to see Carrie and Big together and happy. Then when I realized and watched the first episode it was even worse seeing them so happy and knowing what was going to happen. The scene at the end of the first episode was brutal. I also then went and watched the last Paris episode and it made me even more sad! I wonder what they are going to do about Stanford. Two deaths seems too much for one 10 show run. |
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Post by myshelly on Dec 10, 2021 15:57:55 GMT
Okay, I just finished watching the first two episodes. Ugh. Why did they kill him off? I feel like shit, I have a headache now. Funnily enough, I was watching the last two SATC episodes yesterday - they timed the re-runs so that the last episode was on just before the new show. But I had to go out and didn't get to watch all of the last episode. So after watching Big die, I watched the last half of the last SATC, when he rescued Carrie from Paris, which made me even more upset that he died. Ugh again. I have to go to bed now. Oh, and I think that Miranda being an alcoholic is definitely going to be a story line. I feel so depressed! I accidentally watched the second one first and was so confused and sad thinking it started off that way and that we didn't get to see Carrie and Big together and happy. Then when I realized and watched the first episode it was even worse seeing them so happy and knowing what was going to happen. The scene at the end of the first episode was brutal. I also then went and watched the last Paris episode and it made me even more sad! I wonder what they are going to do about Stanford. Two deaths seems too much for one 10 show run. I’m pretty sure filming was completed before the actor died IRL, so if the show gets a second season, it would have to be addressed then. |
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Post by valincal on Dec 10, 2021 16:05:40 GMT
I thought the ladies looked great. I was also sad and disappointed about Big and hope it doesn’t set the tone.
I think Miranda had a little attraction to Che. I didn’t like the Brady character or his behaviour—I can’t imagine any teen boy would want to have hot loud sex in the room next to mom and dad. 😄
All in all I liked it. It was good to see them all again. I wonder if Aidan will make an appearance?
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Post by tyra on Dec 10, 2021 16:39:17 GMT
Halfway through the first episode I was cringing, didn't enjoy it at all. Charlotte has had some work done, when she smiles with her mouth open she looks like the Joker. But by the end of the first episode I was hooked. And bawling. Though I am so glad that they didn't have them divorce or him cheat or something. There has been so much on and off with Carrie and Big, it was nice that they were actually happy. For almost a fully episode at least  The second episode again was full of tears. Made me think about my husband, and how we (and our friends) are starting to get to the age where heart attacks and things are not so rare. It was sobering. Miranda... eh... I am not sure I like her. She wasn't my favorite to begin with, but the most relatable one for me. She is trying SO hard to prove she is an ally, isn't racist, etc that she is just stumbling all over herself. I would really like to see there be something between her and Che, but I don't want to see her and Steve divorce. Though it was mentioned quickly that they are more like roommates, so maybe there was a bit of foreshadowing there. Brady, couldn't stand him. Hated his sex fueled behavior, especially at Big's funeral. I can't imagine any teenager thinking that was okay, but I am old now, so who knows lol |
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Post by casii on Dec 10, 2021 16:45:16 GMT
So who else was screaming at the screen to "Do Something!" at the end of episode 1?
Also, weirdly enough, episode 1 sent Peloton stock spiraling down a bit. I wonder if they knew it would be connected in that way instead of a fun cultural Peloton reference?
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Post by finaledition on Dec 10, 2021 19:36:30 GMT
Peloton's stock was down 11% today. I'm sure it will rebound, but still... ETA: My husband said the stock got downgraded and that's why it dropped, but I'm sure it has more to do with the show  |
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Post by pjaye on Dec 10, 2021 23:35:53 GMT
I wonder if Aidan will make an appearance? I think they planted a several fake stories to cover up the real plot...and they were quite successful. I did see a quote from the actor who plays Aiden saying he's in a few episodes - and it seems more likely now that Big is gone but who knows at this point which stories are true. |
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Post by AussieMeg on Dec 10, 2021 23:53:47 GMT
Miranda was just awkward to watch. She has always been my least favourite character though I didn't mind Miranda, although the awkward cringy scenes about the braids and the ID were ugh! The one I found awkward to watch was Charlotte...... I could not take my eyes off her mouth. She is so lovely, I wish she didn't have any work done to her face. It was so distracting to me. And Brady....... what an arsehole! I'm sad to hear about the death of the actor who played Stanford. If they do a second season they will have to address it. But can they have Carrie lose her husband AND her best gay friend? Who would make her laugh to take her mind off things then? |
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Post by Bridget in MD on Dec 11, 2021 0:53:13 GMT
Don't read if you haven't watched the first 2 episodes... Who watched? I just read an article this morning that said all the rumours were untrue, that no-one dies. It said not even Stanford...categorically no-one dies! I could feel the foreshadowing...the cigar, the bike, the music, but I kept thinking it will just be a scare, he won't actually die...they said no-one dies. Bastards. I cried for the whole second episode. I think being the same age and having lost people those scenes hit home a bit harder now. I thought the first one felt a little forced at times, but the second one was well and truly back in the grove. I liked how they dealt with Samantha, it was very kind considering she'd been not very nice IRL.Overall I liked it...but 10 episodes doesn't seem like enough. I just watched the first 2 episodes and really liked how they handled that aspect of the show. I'll be honest, I don't understand what happened btwn them, can anyone recap? And does this mean that since the other two came back, they supported SJP? I also agree pjaye, the first episode felt a little force. I seriously thought OMG are they going to joke about how fucking old they are the whole time? I hope they tamp that down. |
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Post by Bridget in MD on Dec 11, 2021 0:59:04 GMT
Miranda was just awkward to watch. She has always been my least favourite character though I didn't mind Miranda, although the awkward cringy scenes about the braids and the ID were ugh! The one I found awkward to watch was Charlotte...... I could not take my eyes off her mouth. She is so lovely, I wish she didn't have any work done to her face. It was so distracting to me. And Brady....... what an arsehole! I'm sad to hear about the death of the actor who played Stanford. If they do a second season they will have to address it. But can they have Carrie lose her husband AND her best gay friend? Who would make her laugh to take her mind off things then? That is how I feel about Jennifer Aniston in The Morning Show. It's like Jennifer Gray of Dirty Dancing and her nose! It is so off-putting! they don't even look like themselves! Miranda's "I'm woke/white savior" scenes were cringeworthy - I never minded her. Did she have an alcohol problem tho in the first show? I feel like she kicked that once before? |
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Post by pepperwood on Dec 11, 2021 2:18:16 GMT
Oh my God. I was so looking forward to watching it this morning thinking it would be funny and uplifting. Big's death was so gut wrenching. I started to worry when they mentioned nitroglycerin. The way they interspersed the scenes with Lily's recital with his Peloton workout and heart attack was so powerful. And when she said "just like that Big died." It was sad seeing Sanford knowing that Willie Garrison died. I couldn't bear to watch the second episode yet.
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Post by NicL on Dec 11, 2021 4:30:03 GMT
I agree with what has been said above. Why didn't Carrie call 911? Miranda's relationship with booze. Love that Rose pushes back against the fluffy frou-frou dresses. Can we talk about when they were recording the podcast? They were talking about masturbating in public places. I know the show is meant to be risque and explore boundaries but ewww. Am I just old? That is not something I want to see. Have I just got my head in the sand? It's happening around me and I've never noticed?  |
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Post by Chinagirl828 on Dec 11, 2021 5:38:50 GMT
I also really liked how they handled the absence of Samantha, I thought it was well done. Big's death was heartbreaking, especially that he died just after she got home. And I just want to fast forward through Miranda's story line. I always liked Steve, but Miranda was probably my least favourite of the four, and now she is most certainly my least favourite. Can we talk about when they were recording the podcast? They were talking about masturbating in public places. I know the show is meant to be risque and explore boundaries but ewww. Am I just old? If you are, I'm right there with you. I was hoping for a nice happy dip back into their world so I was not prepared for that discussion. |
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Post by NicL on Dec 11, 2021 7:19:11 GMT
I also really liked how they handled the absence of Samantha, I thought it was well done. Big's death was heartbreaking, especially that he died just after she got home. And I just want to fast forward through Miranda's story line. I always liked Steve, but Miranda was probably my least favourite of the four, and now she is most certainly my least favourite. Can we talk about when they were recording the podcast? They were talking about masturbating in public places. I know the show is meant to be risque and explore boundaries but ewww. Am I just old? If you are, I'm right there with you. I was hoping for a nice happy dip back into their world so I was not prepared for that discussion. Phew, I'm glad I'm not alone! |
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Post by catck on Dec 11, 2021 13:31:32 GMT
I managed to avoid all the spoilers and was so glad Carrie got home to see Big before he passed. I loved the piano recital and the dresses Charlotte picked for her girls. It’s going to be interesting seeing how Carrie handles being a widow and if they make that the subject of the whole series. Miranda was annoying but I did like the part when she hit the guy with her book, heavier than a Kindle! Looking forward to the rest of the series.
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