brendan2's Full Review: Sex and the City: The Complete Third Season
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In honor of this being Sex and the City's final season, I have decided to review some of the show's classic episodes that are available on DVD. I didn't really get into the show until the first season DVD came out. I had watched the show before, quite often actually, but it was never one of my favorites. I managed to get the first season for free from a DVD club and bought the second and third seasons when they were released. I have seen all the episodes up until the final episode, which aired last night. Of all the seasons, the third is probably my favorite, so I will be writing my first Sex review on The Complete Third Season.
Season Three
The third season of Sex saw some big changes for the characters. Carrie uncharacteristically begins an affair with her ex Big (Chris Noth) while she is still with a great guy, Aidan (John Corbett). Charlotte succeeds in her quest to find the perfect husband when she meets the seemingly perfect Trey (Kyle MacLachlan), who just has one small problem. Miranda continues her on-again, off-again pattern with boyfriend Steve (David Eigenberg), and Samantha is still as man-hungry as ever. The third season includes a plethora of guest stars, including Carrie Fisher, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Alanis Morissette, Matthew McConaughey, and even Hugh Hefner. I think this season improves on the previous two because the characters are well established, and the show seemed funnier to me. I liked the Big-Carrie-Aidan triangle, and overall this was a great season. This was also the season when the show won the Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series, becoming the first cable series to ever do so.
The Episodes
Where There's Smoke…
Written by: Michael Patrick King; Directed by: Michael Patrick King
The girls go to Staten Island to judge the Fire Department of New York's "Annual Calendar Competition." As they look at Manhattan, Miranda asks, "Who would have thought an island that tiny would be big enough to hold all our old boyfriends?" A politician wants more from Carrie than just her vote, Charlotte has a little too much to drink, and Samantha fulfills her fireman fantasy.
Politically Erect
Written by: Darren Star; Directed by: Michael Patrick King
Carrie is dating politician Bill Kelley, and Charlotte wants to help with the campaign in order to meet some of his single, rich friends. Miranda does not know how to react when Steve suggests that they see each other exclusively. Samantha meets a man who seems to be quite a catch until she realizes how short he is.
Attack of the 5'10" Woman
Written by: Cindy Chupack; Directed by: Pam Thomas
Carrie becomes obsessed with impressing Big's new wife Natasha, while Charlotte worries about what other women think of her body. Samantha books an appointment with a masseuse who reputedly does more than just massage. And Miranda tries to deal with her meddlesome cleaning lady.
Boy, Girl, Boy, Girl...
Written by: Jenny Bicks; Directed by: Pam Thomas
The girls check out a "Drag Kings" exhibit at Charlotte's art museum, and Charlotte agrees to pose as a man for Baird, the artist. Carrie is dating a 26-year-old named Sean, who reveals that he is bisexual. Miranda is bothered by Steve's always being in her apartment, and Samantha hires a hot young assistant.
No Ifs, Ands or Butts
Written by: Michael Patrick King; Directed by: Nicole Holofcener
Charlotte dates a man who is a terrible kisser or a "non-negotiable." Samantha begins seeing Chivon Williams, whose sister disapproves of their relationship. Carrie meets furniture maker Aidan, who says he can't date someone who smokes. Steve has a chance to win a million dollars if he can make a half-court shot.
Are We Sluts?
Written by: Cindy Chupack; Directed by: Allison Anders
Carrie wants to sleep with Aidan, but he wants to wait until they get to know each other better. Miranda finds out she has chlamydia and must make a list of all the men she could have gotten it from. Charlotte is uncomfortable when the guy she's seeing calls her dirty names during sex.
Drama Queens
Written by: Darren Star; Directed by: Allison Anders
Carrie is scared by the thought that Aidan may be too perfect, especially after she runs into Big. Miranda fears that she and Steve are too boring now that they're living together. Samantha's new guy introduces her to the wonders of Viagra, and Charlotte decides that she will get married during the year, then runs into the perfect candidate.
The Big Time
Written by: Jenny Bicks; Directed by: Allison Anders
Carrie has a good thing going with Aidan, but finds herself tempted by Big. Charlotte is not ready to go all the way with doctor Trey, but thinks he's "the one." Samantha thinks she may be going through menopause. Miranda is shaken when Steve says that they should have a baby.
Easy Come, Easy Go
Written by: Michael Patrick King; Directed by: Charles McDougall
Miranda is uncomfortable with Steve's staying at her place while he looks for an apartment after their break-up. Charlotte asks Trey to marry her, but she doesn't know how to interpret his answer. Big tells Carrie what she had longed to hear from him for so long, and Samantha's new guy has a "funky" taste.
All or Nothing
Written by: Jenny Bicks; Directed by: Charles McDougall
Aidan tells Carrie he loves her, but she doesn't know how to react. Charlotte is stunned when Trey asks her to sign a pre-nuptial agreement. Samantha comes down with the flu and feels lonely with no one to take care of her, and Miranda discovers the joys of phone sex.
Running with Scissors
Written by: Michael Patrick King; Directed by: Dennis Erdman
Carrie and the married Big are having an affair, which could ruin her thing with Aidan. Miranda is turned on by a guy in a hoagie suit, Charlotte looks for a wedding dress, and Samantha has a new lover with a sex swing.
Don't Ask, Don't Tell
Written by: Cindy Chupack; Directed by: Don Algrant
Charlotte and Trey get married although Trey "can get the sails up but can't bring it into the harbor." Carrie finally tells Aidan about her affair with Big, leading to one of the show's most poignant scenes. Miranda pretends to be a flight attendant in order to get a date.
Escape from New York
Written by: Becky Hartman Edwards and Michael Patrick King; Directed by: John Coles
Carrie meets with Matthew McConaughey, who is considering playing Big in a movie version of her columns. Samantha and Miranda join her on a trip to Hollywood, where Miranda loosens up in a cowboy bar and Samantha meets a dildo model. Meanwhile, back home, newlywed Charlotte must deal with the Trey's problem.
Sex and Another City
Written by: Jenny Bicks; Directed by: John David Coles
Samantha meets Hugh Hefner and scores an invite to the Playboy mansion. Carrie is courted by a guy who says he's Matt Damon's agent. Miranda sees a New York friend who has now gone L.A. Charlotte tries to convince Trey to take Viagra, then in desperation, flies out to join her friends.
Hot Child in the City
Written by: Allan Heinberg; Directed by: Michael Spiller
Carrie begins dating a comic book store owner named Wade, who reintroduces her to the fun of being young. Miranda diagnoses herself as a "tongue thruster" and gets braces. Samantha is hired by a 13-year-old brat to plan a bat mitzvah. Charlotte doesn't like the way Trey is handling their marital problems.
Frenemies
Written by: Jenny Bicks; Directed by: Michael Spiller
Carrie teaches a class on how to meet men but is unable to explain why she is still single. Miranda's scheduled date has a heart attack and dies, leading her to date one of Carrie's obnoxious exes. Charlotte is determined to make things work with Trey by changing the way he sees her.
What Goes Around Comes Around
Written by: Darren Star; Directed by: Allen Coulter
After she is mugged, Carrie decides to apologize to Natasha for her affair with Big. Charlotte finds herself falling for the gardener at Trey's estate, while Miranda scores a date with a gorgeous detective. Samantha is getting messages for a guy named Sam Jones and decides to go to a party he's throwing.
Cock a Doodle Do!
Written by: Michael Patrick King; Directed by: Allen Coulter
Carrie is disturbed by the roosters at the pet hospital next door to her, while Samantha has transvestite hookers outside her apartment every night. Miranda thinks the Chinese food take-out lady is mocking her because she always orders for one, and Charlotte swears off men.
About This Set
Sex and the City: The Complete Third Season is a three DVD set containing all 18 episodes of the third season. The sound and picture are great, much better than on TV. The extras include commentary on four episodes ("Easy Come, Easy Go," "All or Nothing," "Running with Scissors," and "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"), episode summaries and previews, a season index, the show's awards and nominations, information about the cast and crew, language selections (English, Spanish, or French) and a DVD-Rom feature which lets you go on to the official HBO site. The addition of all these special features makes the set well worth the price.
Final Thoughts Sex and the City was one of my favorite shows, and this is a fantastic set of episodes. I like the way the show was about looking for love without being sappy, and the third season is probably my favorite season. The sound and picture quality is much better than what you see on TV, and there are a lot of extras on the discs. Now that the show has ended, why not buy this set and enjoy some vintage Sex?
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