Threesome. Unfortunately, I had no last thoughts. We love the style, the cultural and historical tie-ins, the writing, the partying, and, yes, the sex. Upon returning home, Barnes received an e-mail from a colleague containing the photo (that evidently got posted online in the meantime) along with a snide comment "If you want 'em to take you seriously, maybe wear more than a g-string?". Zoe Barnes Yeah. Sex is about power.. As if driving the recovering addict to relapse and subsequently Is Doug really an alcoholic, or is he just babysitting Russo? stunned audiences with its incredible storytelling, visually stunning cinematography and special effects, and its incredible cast. He started the season being appointed vice president and then spends the rest of his time tricking President Walker into several horrible moves. With the help of Skorsky and Lucas Goodwin, Barnes tries to uncover the truth behind the death of Peter Russo. House of cards season 3 episode 4, Frank Underwood goes to church Claire leaves Frank It was the theme throughout Season 3. Powerful man fucks young woman trying to make it big in journalism. Significant other(s): I dont want him to get found out. Well, my last day of shooting was not that scene. For us, one of those reasons came in Season 1, Chapter 8, when Zoe Barnes (Kate Mara), a rising political journalist with the, meets her then-source Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey) and does whatever she has to in order to keep him as a source. Spoilers ahead. I think the answer is surprisingly simple. Talk about a twist hitting you like, well, a speeding train. It was the theme throughout Season 3. is one of the single-most intelligently written TV shows of our generation. And Tims not even trying. gets it. Date of birth: Man, things do not turn out well for dogs on House of Cards. All the best scenes of House of Cards and our favorite Frank Underwood moments are found within. Cause of death: 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. Oh my God, absolutely not. He previously suffered a brain aneurysm on February 18, and was ultimately taken off life support. Why does every woman on this show, except for Claire, have to use sex to gain power over men? any of the sex. * Zoe thinks Franks security guy is cute. By now, we're sure you've gone over the scene where (SPOILER) Kate Mara's character Zoe Barnes is pushed in front of a frickin' subway car by Frank Underwood and dies a million times. 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. Whether you're enthralled by Washington or cringe at the mere utterance of the word "election," this show has plenty of reasons for everyone to watch. [laughs]. I mean, Im not watching the show for moral reasons. She swiftly leaves the meeting and expresses a desire to be alone, or more importantly, isolate herself from Skorsky and Goodwin. If it were just Zoe, okay. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. the endgame Frank wanted the whole time: The strike ends, his bill passes. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. He shouldve known better. House of Cards is one of the single-most intelligently written TV shows of our generation. The scene of us in the park [from season 2s premiere]. No, I think it's just a way to appease Zoe. Except sex; sex is about power." Its completely out of the blue. Would Frank even recognize generosity on sight, or would he always be looking for the catch? 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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. Im curious if later episodes/seasons will explore Franks issues with this sort of dynamic: Has anyone ever been generous with Frank? Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. 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. Not saying you can draw a straight line from what was obviously a rough upbringing to Petes substance abuse; maybe you could draw a squiggly line, though. During his career, the prolific actor inhabited an array of troubled characters. 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. Young, driven, a little too quick to pull the trigger. But the scene is filled with some of the raunchiest, wildest sex weve ever seen on TV. Why do you think she does it? His clothes stay on, he keeps his stupid twangy mouth shut for the most part, and he even spends most of the scene handcuffed. By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive email correspondence from us. Well, Kate Mara wasnt; shes known about Zoes ultimate fate for eons. Win. 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? Somehow you can be only a heartbeat away from being the most powerful man in the free world and be the most powerless man in D.C. at the same time. All of the Sex Scenes from the Second Season of House of Cards (Including That One) Guaranteed to give you (Under)wood. Last episode: Frank. Entertainment Weekly is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. Now that Meredith is gone, it is business as usual at Grey Sloan Memorial. First episode: 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. The love scene is a. The camera cuts away, but we hear about the encounter later, in which all three women report that shy, timid, and tepid Podrick is actually the best lay theyve ever had. It kind of seems like developing a conscience is what gets Zoe killed. Birthplace: A cemetery posted a personal ad for a goose whose mate died. 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. June 10, 1986 The scene basically involves Underwood going down on Barnes while Barnes is on the phone with her father wishing him a Happy Fathers Day. I dont feel like I need to learn something from a character or from a story. There's a quote that Frank says and I am paraphrasing here, but it goes something like, "Everything is about sex. No, if anything it would make it worse if they found out Frank was leaking things in flagrante, that makes him a security risk as well as unsound. Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. We had the Emmys and all this other stuff. But I know all about how Zoe died in the English series. Chapter 7Theres this idea running through these next three episodes about how even the darkest past can be a springboard into a bright, shiny future, that who you were doesnt have to stop you from becoming who you want to be. carbon monoxide poisoning, making it look like a suicide. 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. controlled," Frank assures her), she's OK with it. Hes dangerous, hes terrifying, hes an extra in, How to Watch the 2023 Oscars Celebrate All 23 Categories Live Again. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. She eventually leaves the Herald due to a conflict with her superior and joins Slugline. compromised her own truths here for the couple's ambitions -- Claire did have an Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy. Cards" shocks right off the bat -- Frank Underwood (at this point, just a Sidebar: One of the most annoying, infuriating themes in HoC is the ability of male characters to be scandalized by the fact that awful things happen to women, as if they are not actively engaging in a marketplace that creates the demand for such awful supply. IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. 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. This is a recap of shocking "House of Cards" But I dont think people should worry about that. 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. Youll have to see the scene to know exactly what were talking about, but we promise its sufficiently tantalizing. Facing impeachment and left no choice left but to resign, 00:45 #10. CLEVELAND, Ohio - In honor of "House of Cards" Season 4 premiering on Netflix at midnight this evening, we take a look back at the most shocking moments of television's favorite villain: Frank Underwood. When he was vulnerable. This is what professional feels like, he says while behaving like an immature, spoiled brat. And he told me I shouldnt because we were doing a very different thing. I mean, I cant. The good news is, I want you to play Zoe. Zoe is polite but disinterested. If the revelation during Season 1 that Frank had a homosexual relationship with his college friend wasn't enough, he and Claire decided to hook up with their strange bodyguard Meechum. It gives her the impression that he needs her for the sex when it really couldn't be further from the truth. Except sex; sex is about power." He is just using sex as a tool to make Zoe do his bidding, unbeknownst to her. strangles his neighbor's dog after it was hit by a car. He doesnt really have a worthy adversary. 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. All rights reserved. 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. Im not clever enough. Now that its done for me, Ill probably go back and check it out, because people say really great things about it. 13.] I dunno. Updated February 19, 2014 at 03:40 PM EST. Now, we concede here that we dont really. Entertainment Weekly may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. During the library unveiling, I wonder if Frank actually learned any of the things his alma mater is so proud to have taught him: sacrifice, service, honor, duty. But Im not one of those people that watches movies or television in that way. Yes. told it's to vet Raymond Tusk as a potential candidate for the next vice But I want to think this place did. Later, Tim invites Frank out to the Arkansas River. Still, she continues to inquire about Russo's death and reveals her knowledge of some key details, including Rachel Posner. First published on February 27, 2015 / 3:23 PM. Zoe caves and texts Frank, barely even waiting until they finish having sex to ask him for the vote count. By Molly Fitzpatrick Sure, House of Cards is a razor-sharp political thriller, but it also features a lot (a lot) of sex. She finally teams up with Skorsky after both had left the Herald; despite their professional competition, they respect each other's work ethic and have the same goals in mind. But we also had some additional shooting in the soundstage, and then also in the subway again. Frank, wanting to remove all connections tying him to the death of Peter Russo, Some of the show's most jaw-dropping and talked about moments include when Rachel attacks Doug, when Claire admits to abortion and rape on live television, when Frank becomes president, and when Frank gets shot. He likes having sex with attractive young women, at least some times. State in season 1. Like, reminding her that he's in control by blackmailing her, and, in a way, raping her? Ballots, betrayal, and barbecue combine in Netflixs original drama, which stars Kevin Spacey as cunning congressman Frank Underwood and Robin Wright as his equally ruthless Lady Macbeth. Failed political negotiations, jealousy, cheating, rough sex and that awesome "I should have never made you President" scene leave Frank and Claire's relationship fractured. Zoe tells Frank she thinks they should have a strictly professional relationship. Its a pretty shocking way to start season 2. Frank had been out to get him ever since he passed him over for Secretary of We were shooting in a real subway in Baltimore. Both she and Peter Russo appear in a bout of hallucinations of (now-President) Frank in Chapter 45. Its really messed up as shes falling off the roof of a building, she yells out Daddy after Francis. Does Willimons vision of Washington really look this much like Game of Thrones? Welcome to the Quantum Realm. When President Walker sends Frank down to St. Louis, he's 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. "Chapter 1" Netflix's "House of Cards" returned for a third season on Feb. 27, 2015, with 13 new episodes of Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey), his wife, Claire (Robin Wright) and their ruthless dealings in. wife, Claire (Robin Wright) and their ruthless dealings in Washington. Frank and Eric's idyllic cardio bike rides around D.C. and even attending major White House functions together escalates into a dark web of obsession, as the latter openly professes his love for . Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from Coffy to Jackie Brown. Then Meechum kissed Claire's neck while Frank kissed her lips. we're looking back at some of the most shocking moments from the series (so Gallery. It turns out that Jon Snow, 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. She's not oblivious to this entirely but has no idea how disposable she is. It's a mercy killing, Well, as sexy and real as fully clothed lesbian prison sex at the bottom of a shower could possibly be. Profession: Frank is officially chosen as the Democratic presidential candidate, and Claire who picks up some sympathy votes in the wake of her recent loss is officially named her husband's running mate.. Frank Underwood and Claire are an unconventional, yet powerful couple. Episode 8: Frank has homosexual tendencies. enough, we get full-on murder when he leaves Russo in a running car to die from my final batch of recaps, for the first seasons Chapters 10-13, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Privacy Policy and Or do you hope he gets taken down? Francis Joseph "Frank" Underwood was an American politician who served as the 46th President of the United States from 2014 to 2017. Frank and Freddy love ribs, and each other? Yes, thats right Four whole minutes. The extras must known what was happening, right? The kind of stuff Hollywood was making from the beginning. 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. Murders, betrayals, lies, manipulation, blackmail this Netflix drama has it all. 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. 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. (If you havent watched yet, you might want to stop reading now.). [yelling] No! The House of Cards series recap: Everything you need to know before the . Remy can, but SanCorp refuses to back Russos bill. "A great man once said everything is about sex. Do Appears in: Because we had a lot of extras and stuff, we had to sort of be really sneaky about the whole thing. The calculated locale of the murder as well as the deleted contact information ensure that the death appears to be an accident. Our picks here arent gratuitous, thinly veiled porn clips either. Weve got romance, breakups, emotionally loaded dumplings this episode has a little bit of everything! [laughs] Yeah, apparently Kevin Spacey doesnt like dogs. Kate Mara 27 (at death) I think she has to trust him a tiny bit in order to show up. 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? , a shockingly good TV show for a romantic comedy-kind of thing, Jimmy (Chris Geer), a self-involved writer living in LA meets Gretchen (Aya Cash), a depressive PR executive, at a wedding that theyve been kicked out of or left early. * So glad Claire is learning to make origami swans. who will do the unpleasant thing, the necessary thing.". Its a glimpse at what Frank was like before he went fullSun Tzu, when he still had all those young-people feelings: When he yearned and sang and loved so hard it hurt. And I love the dark comedy aspects of the show as well. She was contracted by Frank Underwood to serve as a "mouth-piece" for his schemes involving media attention and started an affair with him. asks her husband. Much like our favorite movie sex scenes, these are clips that characterize people, advance plots, and showcase the chemistry between actors and characters. How Tyrel Jackson Williams Brought TikTok Cringe to, Its sort of a newer version of the L.A. actor ride that Kyle is on the first two seasons, but its worse.. dispatches of Zoe by asking her to meet covertly at a Metro station and then shoving
