Thoughts and Musings from Episode 1...

Last night's premier, while not in-and-of-itself a standout episode by the show's standards, certainly was a very welcomed return to the fantasy world that the boys from Queens provide their viewers. Additionally, the plot line certainly has opened up as last night's episode provided a multitude of different strands and relationship developments that could provide for a new depth to the show. I'll highlight a few of those here.

Love Interests. We all are now aware of Turtle's new-found infatuation and romance with Meadow Soprano (Jamie Lynn Sigler). However, what is more intriguing to me for the dynamic of season 6 is the seemingly permanent return of Sloan into the life of one Eric Murphy (who, played by Kevin Connolly, is a proud native Long Islander and die hard Islander fan, I may add: check him out here with Islander great Mike Bossy).

One of the anticipated and probably necessary components of this season of Entourage is a return to the shows roots, while developing and maturing the relationships among the characters. This can be seen in the move that the boys made back into their original house from way back in the beginning of the series. However, the return of Sloan is probably more rudamentary for diehard Entourage fans (especially the male contingency). Her return to the show is important for Eric, first and foremost, because its painfully clear that he is still head-over-heels in love with her. But it is also important for the groups as well. We see how E was being extremely coy with the guys about his rendezvous with Sloan early in the show, in addition to the fact that he is willing (and apparently going to) move into his own place in an effort to appease her.

What I personally loved was the way in which Vinny, Drama, and Turtle refused to let it slide. Guys, we've probably all been there before - failing miserably in trying to keep your female endeavors "somewhat" private. But that's what friends are for: they keep you in line and take an interest in your life. But in regards to the show, it should be interesting to see how not only Sloan, but Jamie Lynn, interpose themselves into the show and how they may effect the dynamic of the group.

[As an added bonus, here's some visual stimulation you guys. Fellas, enjoy.]


Vinny's Return to Fame. All good shows and stories revolve around conflict and resolution. With the end of last season, Vinny's career is back on the rise. There is a tingling of anticipation surrounding the release of his newest film, Martin Scorsese's "Gatsby." Though we get no glimpse of any footage from the movie as of yet, Vinny's appearance on Leno gives us a glimpse of this anticipation, as well as the fact that he is slotted to play the role of Enzo Ferrari, the creator of, well, you figure it out. This was the reason that he had to get his license in the premier. With all of this going on for Vinny, it seems like the crux of the conflict in the show is not necessarily going to focus on Vinny's career, provided that we don't experience another cinematic flop of Medellin proportions (which I highly doubt). This ties into my first observation, of how we could be in store for more inner conflict among the boys and their relationships with one another and their respective love interests. We'll have to see how this one plays out.



Andrew Klein. The Ocho is personally a TREMENDOUS fan of Gary Cole and his injection into the show. Cole has tremendous comedic talent, as is evidenced by his numerously funny roles, from Lumbergh in Office Space, to his role in Pineapple Express, Talledega Nights, Dodgeball, and voiceovers in Family Guy. If his character, Andrew Klein, comes out of his shell now that he is at Miller-Gold (which seems inevitable), we could be in store for more hilarity at the agency, albeit a more dry type of humor. Regardless, I think he may add some new levity to the show.



Just some thoughts on the first episode of the show. And, as always, when I am able I like to leave you with a bit of media I like to call, "From the Archives." This week: our favorite Entourage villain, Seth Green. Enjoy.

BUPL Episode 67: "Drive."

The enduring tradition here at the Ultimate Entourage Blog (and many other Entourage blogs around the blogosphere) continues this season with our weekly "Best Unprintable Line." This season we promise to bring you the pithiest, funniest, and most memorable quotes from the show to date. And this season kicks off with this week's BUPL winner, Sal (sorry, I can't help myself from referring to Turtle as Sal from hereon out; I hope this rests well with you all).

Now, normally, we here at TUEB try to stay off the beaten path with our friends over at Newsday and "Lets Blog it Out," but Turtle's line this week was too good not to give the nod to. Maybe it was the way in which it was delivered, or how most guys can relate to the situation, but his line while enjoying a little bubblebath romance with new love interest (on the show and in real life) Jamie Lynn Sigler takes the prize. After getting a little perturbed with Jamie's antics in the tub, Sal spouts back:

"You know what? Just for that, I'm peeing in the tub right now."

Now while we here at TUEB always are open to printing the best "unprintable" line as well, the delivery and humor in this one was too good to snub. However, we will give runnerup credit to a classic Drama line, delivered by the lothario himself:

"P*ssy can smell other p*ussy and they have to pounce on it. That's why when you're on a hot streak, you gotta' press it; just like in Blackjack."

A VERY BUPL-worthy line, but Turtle's line just made me laugh more. So, congrats to Turtle/Sal this week and we look forward to a very spirited competition for the next 3 months, to be sure.

Stay Classy.

- Ocho

BUPL Standings:

Turtle - 1
The Field - 0

The Boys Are Back in Town: Entourage Season Six Bonanza

Well, after a long respite, the guys of Entourage are back for 12 weeks of Sunday night entertainment. Before I get into a plethora of off season info and insight, lets take a look at a preview...



I'm stoked. After watching all of season five last night, there are a couple things that bugged me, however. I wasn't the biggest fan of the rather convenient and easy way that Vinny landed the Scorsese movie, but I won't complain too much. I think that going into this season, the writers of the show need to delve deeper into some more character development and maturation of the relationships, without losing the "excess" facet of the show which provides its main appeal. Previews seem to show that this may be the case, as Turtle (who we FINALLY found out has a birth name of Sal) seemingly is in a relationship with Meadow Soprano, E may be moving out, etc. I think that this can add something new to the show; all the time, keeping the gorgeous women, fast cars, and expensive vacations, however.

The one obstacle that seems to occur with these types of shows (i.e., 24) is that after several successful seasons, the bar is set so high that fans expect subsequent seasons to get even better. This is sometimes difficult to achieve, so I think the above developments in the shows plot line could prove helpful in rejuvenating the audience while maintaining its fundamental appeal. However, at the end of the day, the fans will probably be more than satisfied with the show's mere return to Sunday night programming. I guess we'll just have to wait until 10:30pm tonight.

We'll have more after tonight's premier, but in the meantime, have fun checking out some of these links that I have scrapped together in the off season.

















Some of the ladies of the show.

Want to be on the show?

Here is a pretty funny take on the show done by the people at Collegehumor.com.




Not sure how I feel about this one, but what the heck.


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And of course, the best for last.



Alright folks, until later, stay classy!

Ocho

Season 7: PREMIER

Let's get this thing back up and running! I'll be posting a preview later this afternoon. I hope you guys are all on board again this summer; Lord knows I need a study distraction each week.

BUPL Episode 50: "Gary's Desk"

Another classic Entourage Episode in this edition as our story line takes us through E gaining some independance and stability of his work (in his own mind) with some crappy office space, Vince trying to pay $50G for a desk, Gary Busey enacting his fantasies on Drama (with some unusual painting) and Ari getting caught up in a scuffle between twin brothers (with an issue that you would probably only find on Spice or some adult video store). Excellent cameos in this episode from Peter Jackson, Mary J. Blige and Busey! Maybe all of this does not top Bunny Sex, which I think might be in the top 3 episodes of Entourage ever!

The lines of the episode were good but one particularly sent us over the edge, while another one tickled our fancies. As Ari is trying to diffuse the situation between the two twin brothers (one of which has just come off a nice "go-around" with the others wife), Ari is in a state of shock and disbelief of what he has just been told. As he is processing this...and as he continues to have trouble making sense of it, he openly states

"I'm just saying... If I were to cheat on my wife it would be with like, a busty blonde, or an Asian with pointy nipples, thats all."
BOOM! Totally outstanding...another prize for Ari (shocker folks)...totally worth this week's BUPL.
BUT...not soo fast, in a glitter delight to The Ocho, I am also down to give out an Honorable Mention BUPL for this week....and what do you know...it all has to do with the same subject....(only on Entourage does this kind of scenario play out...or on the above mentioned outlets). When Ari first learns of Jim's desire not to work with brother anymore he can't understand it and states: "Jeter and ARod don't like each other and they let their dicks fly in the same locker room." FREAKING Hilarious.

Until next Time, LTD!

Sess

BUPL SEASON 4 STANDINGS:

Ari: 5

Billy Walsh: 2

Drama: 1

Turtle: 0

E: 0

Vince: 0

BUPL Episode 49: The Day Fu*kers

Well, I can say with great certainty that this weeks episode was the absolute best thus far in terms of BUPL's. With no further development in the Medellin plot line, the guys embark on a bet as to who can get laid first by the end of the day: Turtle or E. Hilarity ensues.

The lines this week really were dominated by Ari and Drama, who was the main instigator behind the bet between himself and Vince. After narrowing down the plethora of quips of these two, I could not in good conscience leave out the runners up without due credit. So this week, due to the large volume of lines, we here at TUEB are going to do something a little different: the top 3 quotes, with 1st place being the winner.

Coming in at number 3 is Johnny Drama. After the initial proposition for the bet is announced, the guys debate E's situation and ability to have "unemotional sex." After some resistance from E, Drama barks back "Don't be mad at us, E. It's not our fault you were born without the sport-fucking gene!"

Well, to be honest, Drama has a point. E tends to be the more emotionally clingy one of the group. Well played Drama.

Coming in at number 2 is again, Johnny Drama. Later in the same conversation, E tells Drama that searching out a girl just to bang for a bet is mean. Johnny responds by telling E that "Mean is making Jess Mancini ride her bike home after I ass-fucked her!"

HAHA. If not for an all-time great at number one from our favorite talent-agent, this is a BUPL winner any week of the season. Poor Jess...

And, at number 1, is Ari Gold. Folks, I nearly wet myself over this one. No lie. Here's how it goes...

As Ari and "Mrs. Ari" finally come to the realization that their son is not getting into any private schools in the area, and that public school just does not suit their needs, Ari decides to contact his "special friend" regarding the issue (who turns out to be a private eye hired to dig up dirt on the Briar Country Day-School's head master). After an incredulous look from the Mrs., Ari responds by telling her "Don’t worry baby. I’m not gonna get a ‘hoo-hoo’!” and makes a provocative gesture with his hand and mouth. You get the idea...

For myself, the facial expression and tone that he uses to get across this line, in conjunction with the Mrs.' reaction, makes it classic.

While there has been much ado about Medellin and Billy Walsh so far this season, it was refreshing and entertaining to have an episode where the guys just made you laugh and be entertained. Kudos to the Entourage staff, and keep it up.

Until next time, stay classy.

Ocho

BUPL SEASON 4 STANDINGS:

Ari: 4

Billy Walsh: 2

Drama: 1

Turtle: 0

E: 0

Vince: 0

BUPL Episode 48: "The Weho Ho"

Well dear fellow Entourage die hards, it seems that the lines of the show are heating up as each week passes...and how appropiate being that we are entering the dog days of summer...a time usually marked by intense heat and some sort of interesting nature.....

And it was no different in this Episode of Entourage as once again there were many scenes and plots from which to pick up this week's BUPL from.

However, judges felt that this week was very Billy Walsh dominated and not just because he could potentially be becomming a client of Ari...but just because he brings soo much mood whenever he delivers his scripted dialogue....

Billy Walsh takes the cake for this weeks BUPL very early in the show when he meets with Vince and E at Ari's office. Ari is trying to bring the tripod together for Vince's new project and of course needs to get the "Suit" err....E on board....E wanting Billy to apologize for accusing him of stealing the Medellin trailer is still unsure of Billy's motives and to reassure him that he didn't think E stole the trailer after texting him death messages at 4am, he states:

"Yea then at 5am my editor called and told me he got pissed at this girl last week and put a video of him giving her a facial on cumfiesta.com--she got back at him with my trailor--our trailer."

Words cannot describe the laughter when we first saw this.

Until next time for Episode 49...Keep LTD'in it.

Best- Sess

BUPL SEASON 4 STANDINGS:
Ari: 3
Billy Walsh: 2
Drama: 1
Turtle: 0
E: 0
Vince: 0