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‘The Gilded Age' Season 3 Finale Takes Bad Moms to Task — Including One Who Doesn't Deserve It
[Editor's Note: The following review contains spoilers for 'The Gilded Age' Season 3, Episode 8, 'My Mind Is Made Up,' including the ending.] It starts, as it often should, with Audra McDonald. More from IndieWire Ayo Edebiri Says Directing 'The Bear' Was Like 'Making a Venn Diagram Out of a Thousand Circles' 'Garbo, by Joan Crawford' - Rare BBC Documentary Resurfaces: Here's How to Watch in the U.S. Her 'Gilded Age' character, Dorothy Scott, is trying on a dress for the upcoming Newport ball — feeling quite pleased with her lovely embroidered roses — when her archenemy, Mrs. Kirkland (Phylicia Rashad), strides into the fitting room to ruin her day. All season, in fact, Mrs. Kirkland has made a habit of spoiling Dorothy's fun. One might even say she savors it, and this day is no different. The haughty mother of Dr. William Kirkland (Jordan Donica) feigns surprise that Mrs. Scott and her daughter, Peggy (Denée Brown), are still attending the ball. By Mrs. Kirkland's assessment (which is all that matters), the unmarried Scott should feel too ashamed for 'duping' her son, Dr. Kirkland, to allow herself the pleasure of a fancy night out. 'I had hoped Peggy would do the respectable thing and send her regrets,' Mrs. Kirkland says. That does it. That is it. With the camel's back broken, Dorothy Scott, summoning all her righteous indignation (and channeled with maybe one-third of Audra McDonald's extraordinary talent, which is still enough to power the city of Manhattan), lets the snobby scold have it. 'Perhaps you should get off your high horse,' Dorothy spits. 'You have enjoyed a certain kind of privilege amongst our people here at Newport that has created an illusion for you — the kind that has allowed you to act without grace, manners, and impunity.' Each word snaps off like a foot colliding firmly in Mrs. Kirkland's rump, forcing the typically uncontested aggressor to stand down. Sure, she tries to preserve a sense of superiority before she flees, reminding her suddenly effusive enemy that, no matter what accusations Dorothy tosses her way, Dr. Kirkland now knows better than to make Ms. Scott into a Mrs. The malevolent mother's whisper campaign did the trick. The Kirklands will win the long game, as the wealthy so often do, and the Scotts will have to sit there and take it, as is their lot in life. Well, to paraphrase Cynthia Nixon's Ada later in the episode: 'Societies change, bitch!' Dr. Kirkland loves Peggy, he doesn't care about her past, and he tells his mother as much. Joined by his irate father, Frederick (Brian Stokes Mitchell), the good doctor chastises Mrs. Kirkland for spreading gossip and sullying Peggy's honest reputation. Then the patriarch puts his foot down. 'WOMAN,' Frederick bellows. 'You are not above reproach. You have sewn calamity and heartbreak — and this is not the first time. It stops now.' Hell yes, Papa Kirkland! Get her ass! …OK, let's hit pause on the outrage for a second. It kind of sucks that only the men's admonishment matters here, especially since Dorothy delivers the very same message, and does so with greater purpose and passion. But hey, it's 'The Gilded Age.' That's just how things work. At least Mrs. Kirkland gets what she deserves, and everything works out between Dr. William Kirkland and the future Mrs. Peggy Kirkland. The same good fortune — and just comeuppance — also graces Ms. Charlotte Drayton (Hannah Shealy) and her mother, Mrs. Caroline Astor (Donna Murphy), respectively. The former host of the annual ball at first rejects a precedent-breaking invitation on behalf of Charlotte, her daughter, whose divorce is the very reason Mrs. Astor forfeited hosting duties to begin with. 'We cannot allow the scourge of divorce to infect the social circles we hold dear,' Mrs. Astor says. 'If you receive them, it will become an epidemic, and I cannot be part of that.' Except, she does become a part of that, choosing to attend the ball despite her daughter's scandalous appearance and her own promises to stay home. Bertha (Carrie Coon), ever the gracious host, only makes Mrs. Astor eat a morsel of crow when she slinks into the foyer, choosing instead to bask in one more season-ending victory over Old Money. (The opera house was only the beginning.) And yet, Bertha's basking doesn't last. As the Newport Ball ends in picture-perfect fashion, Bertha tells George (Morgan Spector), 'I just want what's best for us all.' And doesn't that sentiment sound familiar? Is that why George gives her a look of curious consideration when he should be expressing satisfied acknowledgement? Amid the Russells' latest victory lap, is something [gasp] amiss? Let's trace the echo back, shall we? What kicked off mid-revelry near the end of Episode 8 resounds all the way back to Episode 7, 'Ex-Communicated,' when Larry (Harry Richardson) accused Bertha of meddling in his relationship with Marian (Louisa Jacobson). 'You must understand, I only want what's best for you,' Bertha says. 'You want what's best for you,' her indignant (and misguided) son snaps back. 'And if it doesn't suit your plan, you seek to destroy it.' Earlier in the finale, the Astors shared a similar exchange. 'Charlotte, I am trying to protect you,' Mrs. Astor says, regarding her daughter's presence at the ball. 'No, mother,' Charlotte says. 'As usual, you are just trying to protect yourself.' And before that — the scene directly preceding it, in fact — Mrs. Kirkland tells Mr. Kirkland, 'I just did what I thought was right.' To which he pointedly replies, 'For whom?' Children squaring off with their parents. The future battling for its freedom from the past. These are the wars raging in 'The Gilded Age' Season 3 finale, and each brouhaha ends with happy children and positive progress. Peggy and Dr. Kirkland are engaged. Charlotte gets to attend the ball while maintaining her place in high society. Even Larry and Marian dance the night away, rekindling a romance no one outside of themselves gives two shits about. But among the mourning mothers so deservedly and thoroughly embarrassed, one doesn't warrant the fate thrust upon her. One isn't a rightly vanquished intruder, but a wrongly abandoned victim. And while Bertha would never allow such a disparaging designation (she is, after all, impervious to her enemies' attacks), she's stuck with it anyway. She is yet another controlling matriarch scorned, and even though she knows her plans were proactive and important, she's devastated to discover her husband doesn't see them that way. What separates Bertha from the bad moms in the rest of the episode (because, yes, she can be a bad mom sometimes) is both simple and systemic: It's misogyny. The Russell couple has always existed as two arms made to climb the ladder of American power. George's right hand commands the business realm, while Bertha's left hand guides the social circles. Both are needed to move up: Without George's money, Bertha couldn't outspend her opponents or hold court with dukes and duchesses. But without Bertha's savvy understanding of polite society, George wouldn't be able to court critical clients outside the office, sustain essential relationships, or properly position his family for upward mobility. But what becomes horrifically clear in the Season 3 finale's twist ending is that TV's hottest power couple isn't who we thought they were. It's not just that they're fighting. It's that they don't respect each other — not equally — which is the fuel to their fiery alliance, for viewers and for the Russells themselves. The next morning, after the ball, Bertha is shocked to learn her husband is still pissed. She thought she'd repaired whatever he believed was broken in the family — making things right with their daughter, proving she had nothing to do with her son's relationship struggles (like he needs any help), and throwing another goddamn perfect party — but George is still unsure. 'I don't blame you for being ruthless. I admire it. It's what we share,' he says. 'But I'm ruthless in business, not with the people I love.' 'And I'm ruthless for the people I love, can you not see that?' Bertha shouts in stunned disbelief. No, he cannot see the truth. For he is a man, and men are idiots. (I speak from first-hand experience.) George is happy to stomach the risk of bankrupting his family in order to realize his big railroad dreams; he's even happy to consider killing his own workers, one by one, if they continue striking for a living wage and safe working conditions (how dare they?); he's happy to hazard all sorts of financial, moral, and familial losses if it means making money, but he cannot stomach the temporary unhappiness of a daughter on her wedding day. At episode's end, he's still complaining that Bertha 'forced [Gladys] into a marriage,' even when Gladys herself isn't complaining! She's happy! He's seen that she's happy! And why did he get to see his daughter being so happy, back in New York, reunited with her family? Oh yeah, because Bertha threw a perfect fucking ball again, no thanks to you, George. Gladys even tries to tell her parents she's pregnant, but George has already fucked off back to work before he can hear the good news. And thus, Season 3 ends on Bertha's devastated expression. She gazes out the window at a partner she can't recognize anymore — not after all his previous claims toward respecting her role in their marriage have been proven empty (or, at least, clueless) — but she's not angry. Not yet. Yes, she could exact her revenge in whatever ways she sees fit, probably before his carriage gets to the office. Yes, it would be a well-earned comeuppance, given how desperately she's tried to get her husband to honor her perspective all season. And yes, he's fallen catastrophically short. We've seen in Season 3 that women can now, at the turn of the 20th century, survive the once-fatal blow of divorce and other such scandals. What's left for Season 4 to decide is whether Bertha can survive a broken heart. Grade: A- 'The Gilded Age' is available on HBO Max. HBO has already renewed the series for Season 4. 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Geek Girl Authority
6 days ago
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TV Review: NAUTILUS Episode 8, ‘The Tipping Point'
What's been missing so far in AMC's Nautilus ? Bugs and a mutiny. Well, that problem is swiftly taken care of in Episode 8, because the story has both. But there's more, and that's what makes this episode particularly memorable. While the previous episode was ridiculous amounts of fun, one of the best parts of it was the emotional story beats. 'The Tipping Point' capitalizes on that aspect of the storytelling. Nautilus, Episode 8, 'The Tipping Point' Like many of the Nautilus episodes before it, 'The Tipping Point' takes its title literally and figuratively. The sub is at a precipice, as is the state of the crew. The tension ratcheted up at the end of the previous episode when Captain Nemo (Shazad Latif) decided to prioritize his mission for revenge over the concerns of his crew. RELATED: Read our review of the previous Nautilus episode, 'Cold War' Well, that comes back to bite Nemo pretty hard in Nautilus, Episode 8, 'The Tipping Point.' Honestly, it's been a long time coming. Having a mission is fine, but when one starts lying to their crew, that's when the cracks in the dynamics begin to show. I'm not a fan of bugs, so the first part of the episode wasn't my favorite thing. Now, they try to make sure the camera doesn't focus too much on the bugs, but they're certainly freaky to look at. I thought the creepy critters in Episode 6 were horrid to look at. RELATED: SDCC 2025: Watch Outlander Season 8 Teaser and Blood of My Blood Sneak Peek Clips The bugs are a catalyst for what comes next. So, avert your eyes and wait for the best part of the episode. Altogether Now The highlight of Nautilus has been the supporting characters. Despite their curtailed screen time and minimal characterization, the actors have imbued their characters with so much personality. This episode explains why we've been out of the loop with who these people are. Nemo has been pigheaded throughout the show. He literally has main character syndrome. At some point, the rest of the crew was going to retaliate. That's what happens in this episode. And it turns out to be a heady mix of tension and emotion. Shazad Latif yet again wows with his emotive performance. Georgia Flood as Humility Lucas is very warm, and her earnestness is a good foil to Nemo's intensity. RELATED: Geek Girl Authority Crush of the Week: Claudia But the scene stealers are the supporting cast. Céline Menville as Loti, Kayden Price as Blaster, Arlo Green as Turan, Tyrone Ngatai as Kai, Ling Cooper Tang as Suyin, Pacharo Mzembe as Boniface Adamu, and Ashan Kumar as Ranbir Lodhari get spotlight moments in this episode, and they give it their all. My one criticism is that the showrunners shouldn't have waited till Episode 8 to attempt the bonding moment among the crew. This should have come way earlier. RELATED: Read our Nautilus reviews With only two episodes left, this is as good a time as any to put differences aside and work together to defeat the Company. But how will the Nautilus crew fight a giant institution like that? Nautilus airs every Sunday on AMC and AMC+. SDCC 2025: Anne Rice Immortal Universe Panel Unveils Dark Delights for THE VAMPIRE LESTAT and TALAMASCA Monita has been championing diversity, inclusivity, and representation in entertainment media through her work for over a decade. She is a Tomatometer-Approved Critic. She writes for Bam Smack Pow and Geek Girl Authority. Her bylines have appeared on 3-time Eisner Award-winning publication Women Write About Comics, HuffPost, (formerly Soundsphere/Screensphere, FanSided's Show Snob, and Vocal. She was also a TV/Movies features writer at Alongside her twin, Monita co-hosts the pop culture podcast Stereo Geeks.
Business Wire
17-07-2025
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Hunan TV: Malaysian Singer Jess Lee Delivered an Amazing Performance on Singer 2025
CHANGSHA, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Singer 2025, the flagship music competition produced by Hunan TV's Mango TV, is fast becoming a global phenomenon—bridging cultures through the universal language of music. With back-to-back endorsements from UNESCO and support from over 15 official institutions—including China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Brazilian and Malaysian embassies in Beijing, and Tourism Malaysia—the show is being recognized as a new platform for international cultural dialogue. Now featuring eight international performers, Singer 2025 has gained particular momentum with the recent appearances of Brazilian singer Alexia Evellyn and Malaysian powerhouse Jess Lee. Their performances sparked enthusiastic media coverage across Asia and Latin America. Brazil's Ambassador to China, Marcos Galvão, praised the show's unifying impact: 'Music knows no borders and brings us closer, conveying what words alone cannot express.' Tourism Malaysia's Deputy Director-General, Lee Thai Hung, added, 'We hope Jess Lee's participation fosters deeper cultural ties between Malaysia and China.' Fans online echoed this excitement, welcoming international artists with open arms. Comments such as 'We love seeing global artists embrace Chinese music' and 'Jess Lee's performance gave us chills!' flooded social media. Jess Lee's return to the spotlight in Episode 8 was nothing short of electrifying. Performing the song Diva, she brought down the house with a commanding vocal delivery that reignited her status as a star. Having taken a break from the music industry in recent years, Lee's comeback was deeply personal—a story of resilience, passion, and the power of holding on to one's dreams. Viewers widely hailed her as the true embodiment of the song's title. More than just a singing competition, Singer 2025 continues to offer a powerful platform for cross-cultural storytelling and emotional connection. As the season progresses, the show promises even more unforgettable performances from around the world—uniting audiences across continents through music.
Pink Villa
21-05-2025
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Guilty Gear Strive Dual Rulers Episode 8: Sin Attacks Nerville's Core; Recap, Release Date, Where To Watch And More
The seventh Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers episode, titled 'Dark Sun,' saw Sin and his allies face future Nerville's colossal form, whose main body was hidden within a rift encased in a multidimensional barrier. Ramlethal and Elphelt's surprise attack forced the Nerville to withdraw temporarily. With nine hours until his recovery, Jack-O' organizes a plan to breach the barrier using amplified magic. Unika, despite her doubts, boosts the spell and breaks the rift, only to be pulled inside by Nerville. Sin then leads a global counteroffensive, rallying Gears and forming an infiltration team. The episode ends as Sin reaches Nerville's core. Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers Episode 8 will depict the decisive clash between Sin and the core of Nerville, now vulnerable within his Gear-like form. With Unika imprisoned and the world overwhelmed by clones, the infiltration team must navigate Nerville's interior and execute their plan to use his own virus-infused bullet against him. Unika's fate and Axl's potential influence as a time traveler may play key roles as well. As the allies converge in the season finale, this final confrontation will determine whether humanity and Gears can escape destruction. Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers Episode 8 will premiere in Japan on Saturday, May 24, 2025, starting at 10:30 pm JST on Tokyo MX. International fans will be able to access the episode on the same day, with release times adjusted accordingly. Additional broadcasts in Japan are scheduled for ABC TV on Thursday, May 29 at 2:45 am JST, AT-X the same day at 9:00 pm JST, and BS Shochiku Tokyu on Wednesday, June 7 at 11:00 pm JST. Streaming will begin shortly after on platforms like d-anime Store and Prime Video, while international viewers can watch Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers Episode 8 via Crunchyroll. For more updates from the Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers anime, keep an eye on Pinkvilla.
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13-05-2025
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Daredevil: Born Again: Krysten Ritter to Return as Jessica Jones in Season 2
Krysten Ritter is putting that well-worn leather jacket back on. Ritter, who previously played Marvel hero Jessica Jones in two Netflix projects, is confirmed to reprise that role via Daredevil: Born Again's upcoming second season on Disney+. More from TVLine How Andor Quietly Built a Very Cool Connection Between a Hotel Bellhop and Rogue One's Jyn Erso Andor Reveals Why Bix Isn't in Rogue One - and Adria Arjona Says It Was One of Her 'Scariest Days on Set, Ever' Andor Star Unpacks Syril's Episode 8 Brawl With [Spoiler], Says Ending Was Filmed 'A Couple Different Ways' The actress' return was announced by Matt Murdock himself, Charlie Cox, at Disney's Upfront presentation to advertisers on Tuesday. 'It is so great to be back, returning to Jessica after three seasons and The Defenders, and now joining the MCU,' Ritter said during the event. 'I am so excited to bring back this iconic character. And without giving too much away, there's much more in store for Jessica Jones. This is going to be an incredible season.' Ritter first played Jessica Jones in Marvel's Jessica Jones, which ran on Netflix for three seasons from 2015 to 2019. During that time, she also played Jessica in the team-up event series The Defenders, which dropped on the streamer in August 2017 (and co-starred Cox as Matt Murdock, along with Mike Colter as Luke Cage and Finn Jones as Danny Rand/Iron Fist). After Netflix and Marvel TV ended their creative partnership, though, it was unclear whether Ritter would ever return as Jessica in Marvel projects elsewhere. Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 ended with first-term NYC mayor Wilson Fisk announcing to the city his Safer Streets plan, which involves an 8 pm curfew, zero tolerance for vigilantes, and the declaration of martial law. Just prior, Matt Murdock declared to Karen Page his resolve to get back their city — though to do so, 'We need an army.' At episode's end, Matt as Daredevil presented himself to the first soldiers in said army, at Josie's — the bar's owner, law firm P.I. Cherry, and some good cops included. None of the Defenders were on hand, though, much as fans expected to see at least Jessica or Luke Cage. (Read our full finale recap.) Daredevil: Born Again is currently on track for a March 2026 return. Happy to hear that Ritter is returning as Jessica Jones? Tell us below! Marvel TV Status Report View List Best of TVLine Stars Who Almost Played Other TV Roles — on Grey's Anatomy, NCIS, Lost, Gilmore Girls, Friends and Other Shows TV Stars Almost Cast in Other Roles Fall TV Preview: Who's In? Who's Out? Your Guide to Every Casting Move!
