You know it's going to be a good episode when:
1) Alicia is wearing red
2) John Noble is
guest starring
I mean, Alicia wears red all the time, but she wears it often in conjunction with major emotional moments. Also, it's at a gala-type thing and Matthew Perry is also Guest Starring. Speaking of which, he plays psychopathic asshole really well.
"If you start clocking my alcohol intake, I'm going to do shots"
Oh snarky Alicia. Oh drinking Alicia. I love it when these two Alicias become one and just really stop giving a fuck. She tells Kresteva to "Die chocking on his own blood", compares him to Hitler, and calls his psychopath all while finding the bar. But first, Eli. He brings up her St. Alicia-ness, even though we all know she's not a saint. And that's okay. But, of course, Will shows up. He is the blemish on her St. Alicia record that no one knows about, other than Peter. Alicia escapes this awkwardness to yell at Kresteva and then be interrupted by the police.
The Good Wife always does special cases of the week really well. This proved to be an interesting case about who murdered Lockhart Gardner's client, played by John Noble. It was nice to see him not setting his son on fire (see: LOTR) or heading dangerous experiments.
Back at the gala, Kresteva is spreading lies about Alicia's son. And of course, Peter has no time for that. Peter gets Kresteva and (awesomely) punches him in the face. Great editing at this part, cutting to commercial after the punch. Then, he spills his glass and makes it look like Kresteva is a drunk, violent man. I'm not always a fan of Peter, but in this moment I was.
Also, Diane is offered a Supreme Court seat IF Peter wins. This makes me think Peter isn't going to win, and he'll go for a Senate seat instead. Also, the Good Wife is at it's best when there's a campaign. But I don't think Diane will leave Lockheart Gardner at least when the show is still on. Maybe a series finale? Diane and Will are way too good together and I love Diane as Alicia's mentor.
Grandma brings her grandchildren to a bar. And then tells all the family secrets. Okay, I kind love Alicia's mom, she's a whole lot better than Jackie, but seriously why did you think this was good grandparenting?
Kalinda to the rescue! Alicia calls Kalinda for help, and she ends her date early to do so. When are these two going to admit that they are BFFs again? Soon I hope. Also, I think her and Cary slept together a few episodes ago. There have been a few weird looks, more touching, and a tad bit of awkwardness since then.
Alicia calls Will. This scene is why I love her and Will. Her offer to come, not because she can't handle it, but because he cares about her. He doesn't need to step in and save the day, he is fine watching her do it, but he wants to be there for her. This reminded me of a scene in season 2, episode 20 where Will watches Alicia kill it on an interview for Peter. His affections for her are not selfish, whereas Peter's are. But I loved Will coming to Alicia and their discussion, no matter how hard it was.
Alicia rarely gets a moment alone. She is constantly on display, whether Eli is trying to make her appear more "Good Wifely" for the campaign, other lawyers identifying her as Peter Florrick's wife constantly, and Lockhart Gardner eyeing her for partner. She is even on display for her kids, especially Grace, who want to know if their parents are going to fix things. But she had Will. Even if she had to hide her relationship with Will, she did not have to be on display when she was with him. And I don't believe what she told Grace at the end of the episode. I mean, I think Alicia loves Peter on some level. But really, she loves Will. But everyone else is watching her, and to be the Good Wife she has to stay with her husband.
"All I can tell you is go fuck yourself"
Of course, the episode ends with Alicia swearing. Because why not? I love how this show gets by the sensors. Also, the only other episode Alicia's mom was in ended with swearing also. And bathroom sex.
I mean, Alicia wears red all the time, but she wears it often in conjunction with major emotional moments. Also, it's at a gala-type thing and Matthew Perry is also Guest Starring. Speaking of which, he plays psychopathic asshole really well.
The real OTP of The Good Wife is Alicia and her wine
"If you start clocking my alcohol intake, I'm going to do shots"
Oh snarky Alicia. Oh drinking Alicia. I love it when these two Alicias become one and just really stop giving a fuck. She tells Kresteva to "Die chocking on his own blood", compares him to Hitler, and calls his psychopath all while finding the bar. But first, Eli. He brings up her St. Alicia-ness, even though we all know she's not a saint. And that's okay. But, of course, Will shows up. He is the blemish on her St. Alicia record that no one knows about, other than Peter. Alicia escapes this awkwardness to yell at Kresteva and then be interrupted by the police.
The Good Wife always does special cases of the week really well. This proved to be an interesting case about who murdered Lockhart Gardner's client, played by John Noble. It was nice to see him not setting his son on fire (see: LOTR) or heading dangerous experiments.
*Sobs*
Even though he was only shown during flashbacks, he pulled off a wonderful performance and I found myself liking his character even though he was a huge ass. Or maybe I just miss Fringe. Anyways, Alicia spent most of her time at the police station, 'helping' them find his killer. Laura Hellinger shows up for some potential BFF/crime-solving time. Or, to get advice from Will. I think Laura either already suspects or will know about Alicia and Will by the end of the season. The night gets progressively weirder as Alicia is threatened by the murderer. It also gets weirder through the drunk man singing and the growing noise in the station.
So much snark. So little time.
Back at the gala, Kresteva is spreading lies about Alicia's son. And of course, Peter has no time for that. Peter gets Kresteva and (awesomely) punches him in the face. Great editing at this part, cutting to commercial after the punch. Then, he spills his glass and makes it look like Kresteva is a drunk, violent man. I'm not always a fan of Peter, but in this moment I was.
Die choking on your own blood, please
Also, Diane is offered a Supreme Court seat IF Peter wins. This makes me think Peter isn't going to win, and he'll go for a Senate seat instead. Also, the Good Wife is at it's best when there's a campaign. But I don't think Diane will leave Lockheart Gardner at least when the show is still on. Maybe a series finale? Diane and Will are way too good together and I love Diane as Alicia's mentor.
A shocked Diane
Grandma brings her grandchildren to a bar. And then tells all the family secrets. Okay, I kind love Alicia's mom, she's a whole lot better than Jackie, but seriously why did you think this was good grandparenting?
Kalinda to the rescue! Alicia calls Kalinda for help, and she ends her date early to do so. When are these two going to admit that they are BFFs again? Soon I hope. Also, I think her and Cary slept together a few episodes ago. There have been a few weird looks, more touching, and a tad bit of awkwardness since then.
Alicia calls Will. This scene is why I love her and Will. Her offer to come, not because she can't handle it, but because he cares about her. He doesn't need to step in and save the day, he is fine watching her do it, but he wants to be there for her. This reminded me of a scene in season 2, episode 20 where Will watches Alicia kill it on an interview for Peter. His affections for her are not selfish, whereas Peter's are. But I loved Will coming to Alicia and their discussion, no matter how hard it was.
How can you not love this face?
Alicia rarely gets a moment alone. She is constantly on display, whether Eli is trying to make her appear more "Good Wifely" for the campaign, other lawyers identifying her as Peter Florrick's wife constantly, and Lockhart Gardner eyeing her for partner. She is even on display for her kids, especially Grace, who want to know if their parents are going to fix things. But she had Will. Even if she had to hide her relationship with Will, she did not have to be on display when she was with him. And I don't believe what she told Grace at the end of the episode. I mean, I think Alicia loves Peter on some level. But really, she loves Will. But everyone else is watching her, and to be the Good Wife she has to stay with her husband.
"All I can tell you is go fuck yourself"
Of course, the episode ends with Alicia swearing. Because why not? I love how this show gets by the sensors. Also, the only other episode Alicia's mom was in ended with swearing also. And bathroom sex.
Next week? Sweeney and Morena Baccarin. I. Love. This. Show
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