Warning: Episode 43 spoilers await you.
I want to continue the conversation still unfolding in the comments section of my post from two weeks ago about the representation of the second sex on The Wire. To paraphase myself, my purpose in raising this issue is not to say that The Wire isn’t a great show (would [...]
So in keeping with our new policy, which we hope will make us all the more beloved, those seeking links to commentary on #42 may find us speaking on this, that and the other. Those intrepid souls unafraid to explore the spoilers and themes of #43, please continue reading.
I want to begin with some praise [...]
First off, as promised, here’s the cautionary note: this post deals will issues raised up to and in Episode #43. Check yourself as you see fit. Alternatively, proceed over here for a guide to our #42 posts.
I promised Namond last week, and lo, today I come to you ready to speak of Season 4’s single [...]
It’s taken me a minute, but I’ve finally recognized that not everyone has OnDemand. Thusly, from here on out all H&H posts will specify early on how deep into the season the discussion will tread. For instance, when I throw up something late tomorrow afternoon, it will bear a warning to all those who are [...]
Have some thoughts on Namond, but I figure I’ll save those until we see just how eventful his professional life gets in #43.
Instead, H&H would like to stroke our own mastiff for a second, and thank the tech folks at Newsweek and Troy McCullough of the Sun for recognizing our fledgling achievements this past week (and [...]
Warning: Contains #42 spoilers.
I’m finding myself more and more interested in the political plotlines on The Wire. #42’s highlights, for me, were Rawls approaching Carcetti and Wilson; Watkins chewing out Royce; and the hilarious spectacle of watching Coleman Parker trot after Watkins, rolling away at a faster clip. I must confess that my obsession with [...]
I was happy to finally hear some loud echoes of what I have been reading from Simon and co. on the HBO website regarding the thematic mortar of the season: corner boys versus stoop boys. Colvin’s speaking on the concept of corralling the corner boys together to try and reach them away from the kids [...]
Before I proceed with the neatness, all praise due to the folks over at The Dizzies, who rewarded my efforts in their Wire Trivia Contest with a Season Three set. Whoever’s currently holding my bootleg edition, wear it in health.
Regarding #42, which was a little on the slow, set-up-before-the-storm side: I nearly jumped out [...]
Anyone well-versed in Wire-dom will want to check out Half Nelson for at least one reason: it prominently features Nathan Corbett, aka Donut. Pay close attention and you’ll also catch Tristan Wilds, better known as Young Michael, flicker across the background. Who knows what role this film played in Simon and Burns’s labyrinthine search for [...]
