The
plot thickens on what seems to be the main second-season arc: the scandal that enveloped Hector last
episode has far-reaching implications, and while Hector wants to leave well
enough alone, Freddie and Bel are hot on the trail of the story. I have to say, despite the lingering personal
issues between those two, they make an unstoppable team of newshounds.
The
program continues to push boundaries, airing a debate on the Wolfenden report
(which discussed whether or not male homosexual acts should be
decriminalized.) When the topic first
comes up, Randall points out the number of complaint letters they received for
their recent fascist piece, but he okays the debate with an adventurous glint
in his eye.
There’s
also some great stuff between Randall and Lix, elaborating on their history
together. Randall confides to Lix that
he’s come to The Hour for more than
the job. In a scene that’s a little
heartbreaking in its earnestness, he outlines his true purpose. “We dwell on things we cannot bear to leave
undone,” he softly tells her.
We’ve
already seen how Randall dwells on tiny matters – disorderly thumbtacks,
unaligned office chairs – and the matter he discusses with Lix is
monumental. I can only imagine how it’s
weighed on him. Even his explanation,
quietly sad as it is, contains itself to his poker face and even-toned
voice. I get the feeling there are
tectonic plates shifting deep inside him, and the jittery hands and compulsive
habits are all that generally appear on the surface. But he’s on a path now, and for good or bad,
it may lead to an earthquake.
Warnings
Brief
strong language.
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