We are treated to yet another I wrote a speech, but Im not going to read it speech. Especially if it is fairly no strings attached and he gets something else out of it - a person in the media who will do his bidding, all the better! Played by: * Zoe thinks Franks security guy is cute. All rights reserved. I dont think there has to be a message. The second season of House of Cards has been full of surprises but we definitely did not see this threesome between Frank Underwood ( Kevin Spacey ), wife Claire Underwood ( Robin Wright ), and bodyguard Edward Meacham ( Nathan Darrow) coming! Our picks here arent gratuitous, thinly veiled porn clips either. controlled," Frank assures her), she's OK with it. While shes on the phone wishing her dad a happy Fathers Day. It turns out that Jon Snow did know a thing or two after all, eh? Frank looked at Claire, who looked back at both men and kissed their intertwined grasp, almost as if she were giving her blessing. Now, we concede here that we dont really see any of the sex. I dunno. Frank Underwood (source) For those of us whove never done a stint in an all-women prison, it has been astounding to learn just how much sex, happens behind those four wallsat least, according to, . And Ive become friends with a lot of the cast. Do you hope he gets away with everything? I go back and forth on whether we should read into these scenes that Frank is gay (Tim asks if he has anyone besides Claire, insinuating as much) or just that Frank was in love with Tim in a way hes never loved anyone since. Still, she continues to inquire about Russo's death and reveals her knowledge of some key details, including Rachel Posner. Except sex; sex is about power." He is just using sex as a tool to make Zoe do his bidding, unbeknownst to her. But some of the male characters in Top Of The Lake have been trying to grapple wi Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from Coffy to Jackie Brown. Frank makes Christina deputy campaign manager, she tells Pete she believes in him, and were back in the game. During Season 3, he walks into a church and literally spits in the face of a Jesus statue. Their scene together in the empty old library is so lovingly staged: Franks My heart is beating so fast. House of Cards final season premiere recap: One nation under Claire Underwood. Doug Kills Rachel 08:13 #3, #2 \u0026 #1: ??? Not knowing the identity of the man looking at her derrire in the photo, she looked him up, realizing he's a Democratic congressman from South Carolina, Frank Underwood, who's also the House Majority Whip. Underestimating the power of Claire: never a smart move. Whether youre enthralled by Washington or cringe at the mere utterance of the word election, this show has plenty of reasons for everyone to watch. I asked Fincher before we ever started shooting if I should watch it, because I wanted to. Entertainment Weekly may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. The one particularly revealing thing about Petes trip home is his visit to his mother, who is this tough Philly broad stuck bedridden in a lousy nursing home where the attendants are so inattentive, Pete has to all but threaten a staff member so that a flickering light in her room gets replaced. Zoe tells Lucas she had an affair with an older, married man. Even better, they cut out the middle man to deliver their handmade, luxury footwear to you at a fraction of the cost. How could a couple who carefully calculate every single move not realize that having a threesome with their security detail could potentially hurt them down the road especially when you consider that Claire just got through her adultery scandal? Kevin Spacey as Frank Underwood on "House of Cards.". The. Check out our suggest page at http://watchmojo.com/suggest and submit your idea.Our Magazine!! Hello, Mr. Vice President. Zoe Barnes flew too close to the sun and now she's gone. president. Jason Statham and Aubrey Plaza do not seem like a match made in action-comedy-chemistry heaven, but it somehow works. When he goes to wipe it off (Because that's the right thing to do), the statue comes crashing to the ground. No, I dont think thats fair to say because theres lots of other characters that you meet in season 2. There's a quote that Frank says and I am paraphrasing here, but it goes something like, "Everything is about sex. Pete is attending AA meetings (I was surprised Frank didnt hook him up with some exclusive, government-only version of AA, like what Leo had on The West Wing) with Doug as his chaperone. Kate Mara. Then Meechum kissed Claire's neck while Frank kissed her lips. The House of Cards fixer played by Michael Kelly was so loyal, in fact, that the Netflix political saga ended its sixth and final season with Doug revealing to Robin Wright's POTUS that he was. I wouldnt put it past him to have an elaborate lie about his alcoholic past just for the purpose of keeping an eye on Pete. Of course not! How does Frank respond? moments, so you knew this one was coming. If youre crossing the street, you see no cars are coming, and then you get hit by a car, you dont have time to it just happens. No! Yes. the wake of an escalating teacher's strike, he arranges to have a brick thrown Profession: Seasons: Claire (Robin Wright) and Frank (Kevin Spacey) have a threesome with their loyal Secret Service agent, Edward Meechum (Nathan Darrow), during a wine-filled night at home. Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from. So you dont think that its because she trusts him, despite all evidence that she shouldnt? Ill be seeing it tonight at the premiere for the first time. Frank wont help Claire because he cant ask Remy for the favor. Dougs prostitute, Rachel, sends him a note demanding more money and shows up to their meeting with an enormous black eye. And I dont know that there is one in season 2. Frank's relationship with Zoe Barnes (Kate Mara) turns Theres no one or two distinct characters, as the people getting busy are all extras. In a world where everyone is a grudge-holder, where everyone is keeping score, is it realistic to believe that you dont have to carry your history with you everywhere you go? The camera cuts away, but not before viewers get the idea that some wild sex is to follow. Last episode: I think hes dead. Its all very Ozymandias.. First episode: All of the Sex Scenes from the Second Season of House of Cards (Including That One) Guaranteed to give you (Under)wood. The occurrence that set in motion a chain of events, which would eventually lead to her professional break, came about quite unexpectedly one night at the opera in early January 2013 where she was on a date with a congressional staffer. is one of the single-most intelligently written TV shows of our generation. More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23. 3 seasons, 14 episodes carbon monoxide poisoning, making it look like a suicide. The bad news is, youre not going to last throughout the whole series. So Ive just been sort of keeping it a secret this whole time. Frank's chief of staff, Doug Stamper (Michael Kelly), gets Have you watched the scene where the Francis character kills the Zoe character in the British version? A brief recap: In season 2s premiere, Zoe descends into a shadowy subway station to meet with her number one source/ex-lover/mortal enemy Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey) one last time. on Feb. 27, 2015, with 13 new episodes of Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey), his Frank and Freddy love ribs, and each other? "A great man once said everything is about sex. [laughs]. The sex scene is actually three or four scenes, really, where Jimmy and Gretchen have that intense kind of all-nighter, one-night-stand sex most people only dream about. Theres been some chatter about how theres nobody on the show whos Franks equal, except his wife. By Kyle Fowle. Vote your district, vote your conscience, dont surprise me. He expects Claire to seal the deal, and she does just the opposite. Win. You havent seen anything past the first episode? I like Janines motto, though: Its not worth fucking your way to the middle.. we're looking back at some of the most shocking moments from the series (so She starred in the Netflix political drama House of Cards (2013) as Zoe Barnes and appeared in the Fox TV series 24 (2001) as computer analyst Shari Rothenberg. Don, realizing she is actually seeking his attention, steps in and does what Don Draper does best; grabbing her, taking command, and bringing her down onto the carpet with him. Underwood now knows that despite their "fresh start," Barnes's in-depth knowledge of a number of details is a threat; he lures Barnes into running after him and waits for her to turn the corner. Claire Admits to Abortion \u0026 Rape on Live TV 04:03 #7. Claire and Frank do love each other, in their own Slytherin-y way. The first season, Russo was one of my favorite characters but I loved the way that they handled that death. We know, we know Yes, were including a sex scene that involves Woody Harrelson on our list of favorite sex scenes, but the good news is that he literally has nothing to do with anything. Now, we concede here that we dont really. For us, one of those reasons came in Season 1, Chapter 8, when Zoe Barnes (Kate Mara), a rising political journalist with the Washington Herald, meets her then-source Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey) and does whatever she has to in order to keep him as a source. enough, we get full-on murder when he leaves Russo in a running car to die from quite captured viewers like the relationship between Soso (Kimiko Glenn) and Poussey (Samira Wiley). I do, anyway. But in my head, it wasnt like, oh, if all of a sudden you develop morals, and if you have a conscience, then youre going to die. I dont think that thats the message. Pushed in front of an oncoming train by Frank Underwood And, perhaps most offensive at all, the notion that any legitimate, award-winning journalist would think a White House intern was worth screwing for scoops? The calculated locale of the murder as well as the deleted contact information ensure that the death appears to be an accident. An old flame can fire up at the least, or most, opportune moment. Washington, D.C. Frank Threatens to Kill the Secretary of State 05:15 #6. What to Watch This Weekend: Eat. Because a man's got to do what a man's got to do. But Janine too? From Austin Butler and Cate Blanchett to a potential Best Supporting Actress toss-up, see who EW thinks will win at the 2023 Oscars. House of Cards S1E7 | We Are Nothing More Or Less Than What We Choose To Reveal Frank Underwood 1.52K subscribers Subscribe 3.1K Save 1.2M views 2 years ago Notice Age-restricted video (based. Do you feel like she deserved what happens to her? [laughs] Ive known about it from the beginning, from before I was ever officially given the role of Zoe. Claire goes to Remy, who helps her in exchange for having the watershed bill killed. The best musical instrument is a love triangle. ?Have an idea you want to see made into a WatchMojo video? But it was very surreal when we shot it. Aside from getting to learn that the clothing she was wearing criminally, undermined her beautiful figure, we got to see what will go down as one of the steamiest sex scenes in a show known far and wide for its gratuitous (and sometimes completely unnecessary) nudity. With the help of Skorsky and Lucas Goodwin, Barnes tries to uncover the truth behind the death of Peter Russo. I mean, Im not watching the show for moral reasons. Nationality: Journalist Its a pretty shocking way to start season 2. 'House of Cards': Kate Mara on THAT scene. Pete gets into a fistfight with Paul, the angry friend who visited him in D.C. when the shipyard closed, proving once and for all that he hasnt sold out to the suits and can still break a coffee table with the best of them. Watch out,. Frank Starts a War with ICO 02:05 #9. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy. What to Watch This Weekend: Sharp Objects. Zoe Barnes was portrayed by Kate Mara in Seasons 1, 2 and 4 of House of Cards. Last season, Underwood revealed that, aged 13, he had. And I know the way she goes was really thought out, and it took a very long time to decide what the best way would be. Watch, For those of us whove never done a stint in an all-women prison, it has been astounding to learn just how much sex actually happens behind those four wallsat least, according to Orange is the New Black. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Not only does she let the man drink whiskey, but she also cuffs him for what we imagine was one of the best blow jobs any man has ever received Ever. Chapter 9Looks like Slugline is moving up in the world: Zoe and Janine have desks. Martins Nightflyers. She calls him Francis, and somehow hes okay with that, even though thats Claires thing. This is what professional feels like, he says while behaving like an immature, spoiled brat. The sex scene is actually three or four scenes, really, where Jimmy and Gretchen have that intense kind of all-nighter, one-night-stand sex most people only dream about. It does sound like the most unconditional relationship, romantic or otherwise, that Franks ever had. power. She tells Doug that she has no one not sure if this is a smart play to Dougs humanity; depends on whether or not you believe Doug is capable of being humane and Doug sets her up with a job and a place to live. And that might make the show less exciting than it could be. Well, my last day of shooting was not that scene. But shes never been able to talk about it at least, not until now. Can Anyone Predict Whos Going to Win Best Supporting Actress? By the end of their meeting, the embattled journalist is clearly leaning toward teaming with Underwood again due to the fact that he is now in a much more powerful position and that her investigation is an uphill battle. Do Jokes aside, Daddario is an absolute dream woman in this scene, and the fact that she wastes her time on someone as ugly as Harrelson does nothing more than give us hope! Meechum. But I want to think this place did. Later, Tim invites Frank out to the Arkansas River. Claire proves she's as adept at her husband at manipulating situations for Directing all her charm, sexuality, youthful energy, and social skills towards securing journalistic sources in the D.C. political establishment, she had been hoping to obtain information that would lead to bigger stories and better professional prospects. Deeply dissatisfied about being stuck on Herald's metropolitan pages, filing stories such as the local fireman marrying the meter maid and new jogging paths in Rock Creek Park, Barnes was constantly on the lookout for an opportunity that could propel her into the realm of journalistic credibility. I have not seen the British version at all. As if driving the recovering addict to relapse and subsequently Underwood requests a clandestine meeting with her and prior to their meeting, she learns some crucial details that suggest Russo was murdered; he was found on the passenger side of the car in which he was presumed to be alone, killing himself via carbon monoxide. How does having sex with a person make her more pliable? Watch the First Trailer for George R.R. I think that theres going to be plenty of other characters and situations with Frank that will be just as entertaining and satisfying. Did the cast send you off after your last day of shooting? Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix have broken up after he allegedly cheated on her with Raquel Leviss. Thirty-seven minutes into the first episode, she confronts Frank in the station, and hints that she suspects he was involved in Peter Russo's murder. The second season hit Netflix last Friday and as any devoted binge watcher can tell you, Vice President Francis Underwood (Kevin Spacey), his wife Claire (Robin Wright), and their fellow D.C. operatives have all been busy getting busy. Theres no one or two distinct characters, as the people getting busy are all extras. All rights reserved (About Us). As long as it furthers their interests ("She can be my final batch of recaps, for the first seasons Chapters 10-13, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. An eagle-eyed House of Cards fan on Reddit spotted a foreshadowing piece of dialogue between Zoe and Francis from their first meeting during the first episode of season one. Aside from being the best TV show to hit HBO since Game of Thrones, Westworld stunned audiences with its incredible storytelling, visually stunning cinematography and special effects, and its incredible cast. Even if people have seen the original [House of Cards, in which the Zoe character meets a similar fate] even if they know what happens to the character in that one, you dont know when or if it will happen or in what way. * As soon as Frank said he despised children, I thought: he and Mellie No one likes babies Grant could be amazing together. By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive email correspondence from us. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Im really excited to talk to you. Young, driven, a little too quick to pull the trigger. Isnt he just doing all this to make sure she doesnt talk? Both she and Peter Russo appear in a bout of hallucinations of (now-President) Frank in. At the time, Zoe is . I'm not sure if that's against Secret Service policy or not. He has to come clean about his dirty past, and it turns out to be even dirtier than I expected: a two-week trip to Thailand where he had sex with about a dozen prostitutes while high on opium, speed, and smack. While Russo's death was officially ruled a suicide, the team of journalists correctly suspected that the Congressman's death involved foul play and that Underwood was involved. Claire. The show is sexualized by nature and theres plenty to go around, but nothing really quite captured viewers like the relationship between Soso (Kimiko Glenn) and Poussey (Samira Wiley). wife, Claire (Robin Wright) and their ruthless dealings in Washington. It ends in Walker resigning and Frank stepping in to become the President we fear, but totally deserve. The second season of House of Cards begins with a shocking development for ambitious journalist Zoe Barnes (Kate Mara) or, at least, one that's shocking for anyone who isn't familiar with. I was wondering if you could try to maybe eulogize her. Claire (Robin Wright) and Frank ( Kevin Spacey) have a threesome with their loyal Secret. Frank acts like it doesnt bother him, but I dont think hes the kind of guy who can accept a bad performance review in any arena. Of course theres a little bit of trust left, for sure. Megan, distraught that Don didnt enjoy the party, begins cleaning up in black lingerie, the whole while lashing out at Don for not appreciating nice things. The show is sexualized by nature and theres plenty to go around, but nothing. Frank isn't much for religious sentimentality. Learn the inner workings of WatchMojo and meet the voices behind the videos, articles by our specialists from gaming, film, tv, anime and more. * As we used to say in Gaffney: never slap a man while hes chewin tobacco., * A great man once said that everything in life is about sex, except sex. Youve got some Janning to do! Whenever he talks about his father, hes bitter, angry, and disgusted; we still dont know much about his mom. 1, 2, 4 You should get Spacey to eulogize her, because it would be absolutely hilarious. Sort of rude to take away everyones job and then go around busting up their furniture.). Claire wants to get her CWI filters out of Sudanese customs and the Secretary of State cant pull strings to make it happen. She swiftly leaves the meeting and expresses a desire to be alone, or more importantly, isolate herself from Skorsky and Goodwin. told it's to vet Raymond Tusk as a potential candidate for the next vice stunned audiences with its incredible storytelling, visually stunning cinematography and special effects, and its incredible cast. Some viewers might have questioned whether they could top that drama in the second season but the end. Where television was once the domain of cheap sitcoms, sports you couldnt make it to, and the evening news, its now become the go-to place for high quality entertainment. Frank, wanting to remove all connections tying him to the death of Peter Russo, "It was really it was fucked up. Zoe Marie Barnes was a Washington, D.C.-based journalist. South Carolina congressman -- emphasis on "at this point") calmly through his window -- then uses that to argue that the strike has gotten out of Why not stake Pete out where hes most vulnerable? Michael Corrigan Hangs Himself 03:01 #8. 5. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Hes probably talking to one of the only people he knows who doesnt care about politics. Sallys MariettaView the job description, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Frank drops her phone into a glass of water and promises two more phones, one for work and one for play. When he was vulnerable. The love scene is a. Watch, After saving Tyrion Lannister (Peter Dinklage) at The Battle of the Blackwater in Season 2, Tyrion rewards Podrick by assisting in him losing his virginity. Lucas drunkenly stakes out Zoes apartment and goes in for the kiss, all while Frank is watching from his car. Oh my God, absolutely not. And Tims not even trying. That sex workers are frequently victims of violence? Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Barnes then found out where he lives and decided to came to his door, managing to get him to let her in based on their opera photo that she showed him. Watch. Zoes there to cover the signing of the Education Reform and Achievement Act. He does a little demonstration with action figures that I guess he just keeps in his desk for this express purpose. When Jon Snow finally laid down with Ygritte, the Free Folk captive with whom hed fallen deeply in love, we remember standing around and clapping as Jon broke his vow of celibacy. There wasnt even time for her to scream. Offscreen, he was one himself. Franks biggest screw-ups always happen when he forgets that anyone else could possibly be as powerful as he is. At a public park, Barnes meets Underwood and is coerced to drop her suspicions idiocy and start anew, stating that her connection to a powerful figure would be increasingly valuable to her own gain. Claires reply: So what youre saying is, my goals are secondary to yours? Frank yells at her (!!! 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You know, it happens, and then they just sort of move on. Your trusted authority on ranking Pop Culture. Frank tells Tim the library is a sham: a bunch of political favors. Because we had a lot of extras and stuff, we had to sort of be really sneaky about the whole thing. But that small amount of trust mixed with her desire to get the truth and to feel morally okay, that small amount of trust is enough for her to do it and to take that risk. Then again, the threesome or \"threechum\" may be a way for them to bring Meechum into their inner circle and gain his undying trust now that they all share a career-ruining secret.House of Cards' Season 1 episode 11 Offers may be subject to change without notice. And I love the dark comedy aspects of the show as well. Zoe tells Frank she thinks they should have a strictly professional relationship. A side effect of that switch is the unexpected increase in both the quality and quantity of sexy TV antics. Weve listed each steamy, seamy scene chronologically, but if you havent finished watching, tread lightly. House of cards season 3 episode 4, Frank Underwood goes to church Claire leaves Frank It was the theme throughout Season 3. I find this whole story line odd and off-putting. And while Don Draper (John Hamm) had his fair share of beautiful women throughout the shows seven-season go of things, none of them caught our eyes the way Jessica Pare did as Megan Calvet Draper, his secretary-turned-wife, and no scene quite as much as the after-party cleanup scene in Season 5s premiere. For instance: Pete and the (presumably) too-young prostitutes; Dougs shock that Rachel believes he wants sex for his money, even though he has previously expected sex from her in exchange for his money; Frank asking Zoe if shes cared for while actively not caring for her. who will do the unpleasant thing, the necessary thing.". Like, reminding her that he's in control by blackmailing her, and, in a way, raping her? Underwood asks to meet Barnes once again at a train station. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. When we think of the best shows on TV, Mad Men ranks near the top for several reasons. He may now be the president of the United States, but he's not above oedipal score-settling. The reason I was so excited to be a part of it and I wasnt bummed about it was because I thought it was such a ballsy move to do it on the very first episode of the second season, and not do it halfway through, or [in] the last episode of the second season. We've listed each steamy, seamy scene chronologically, but if you haven't finished watching, tread lightly. Yes, thats right Four whole minutes. Well, we did a couple things. I mean, who knows. It was the theme throughout Season 3. To which Frank replies, "Don't I?". 2023 Oscars predictions: See who will win at the 95th Academy Awards.
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