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Hank is dismayed when he sees the film version of his acclaimed novel, agrees to a blind date arranged by his agent, and learns that his ex-girlfriend Karen is engaged to another man. Series premiere.
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When Hank is sleeping and his daughter puts the blanket over him, the newscast that can be heard about a bombing in Iraq and the man who went berserk, is the same newscast heard during the beginning of Chamillionaire's song "Morning News".
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Goofs
Hank and Karen are certainly not a traditional couple, yet given how much they care about their daughter, it is odd that neither parent made it a point to introduce Hank to Mia, since she was becoming a big part of Becca's life and Hank would presumably want to know his daughter's new immediate family.
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Quotes
[
first lines]
Hank Moody:
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to Jesus]
Hey, big guy, you and me. We've never done this before but desperate times call for desperate measures. My name is Hank.
Nun:
Hello, Hank.
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Connections
References
Yellow Submarine (1968)
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Soundtracks
Rocket Man
Written by
Elton John and
Bernie Taupin
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From its controversial opening scene to its excellent finale, the first episode of "Californication" sets the tone for the series. Stylishly directed by the always-reliable Stephen Hopkins, the pilot is thoroughly entertaining adult comedy. Watching the first episode reminded me a little of a modern Blake Edwards' production.
The cast are excellent, especially David Duchovny as the seedy Hank Moody, a man whose mid-life crisis is on display for all to see, from his Porsche to his constant bed-hopping.
The script is sharp and the whole show exudes quality.
Recommended.