Christine | Ep. 8 of 12 | Feat. America Ferrera | WIGS

"Christine": Episode 8 of 12 -- "Oz": Christine takes it out on a puzzled playwright.
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About "Christine":
A young woman on a nutty evening of speed dating
Starring America Ferrera.
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Episode Credits:
WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY
Rodrigo Garcia
America Ferrera as CHRISTINE
Martin Starr as OZ
PRODUCED BY
Effie Brown
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Jon Avnet
Rodrigo Garcia
Jake Avnet
CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Marsha Oglesby
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Paula Huidobro
PRODUCTION DESIGNER
Tracey Gallacher
MUSIC BY
Jacob Yoffee
MAIN AND END TITLE MUSIC BY
Thomas Newman
EDITED BY
Pattye Rogers
CASTING DIRECTOR
Rick Pagano
COSTUME DESIGNER
Christine Jordan
UNIT PRODUCTION MANAGER
Nicole Colombie
1ST ASSISTANT DIRECTORS
Michele Panelli-Venetis
Lynn Struiksma
2ND ASSISTANT DIRECTORS
Lynn Struiksma
Lily Garcia
KEY SET PA
Wendy Geary
PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS
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Kristyn Ingle
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Frank Garbutt
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Erick Vizcaino
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Robert Shapiro
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[@mirada3]

best episode so far

[@Jessashfair]

You know when someone is a great actor when you feel like you don't like the actor themselves...America sells Christine :) amazing series!

[@seacrest73]

more great characterizations! In the first few seconds I was thinking "what a loser" but as the conversation went on, he was clearly sharp, educated, and a good socializer. How is it that Wigs gives people so many layers in a few minutes and 120 minutes in a Hollywood movie churns out people flatter than paper?

[@potentialtea]

I like how she combined all the men's stories to be her own. The camera movement was pretty epic, echoing her downward spiral. I wonder how long this is going to go before she realizes that she needs to go home and be with her husband and children.

[@tanjida2008]

America is very underrated as an actress. She's amazing at portraying so many different characters and emotions one after the other. It's brilliant!

[@LaSphinxy]

this really tests her talent as an actress... she's doing beautifully.

[@SapphireOfFlames]

I like Oz, he broke through her cool calm and got her to show genuine emotion.

[@ohmiaohmy]

This was the best episode yet! I loved how Christine freaked out at him for being a male writer about women; it felt like Rodrigo Garcia was somehow pointing at himself and reflecting on his work. I loved how patient and intuitive he was. I also loved how she combined all of the stories of the other men into a giant lie about herself at 4:02-4:30. Artistically perfect episode.

[@IjeomaThePlantMama]

I friggin love Martin Starr! My heart jumped a bit when he sat in the chair :)

[@moondoggie517]

That was unfair to do to that poor guy...damn :/

[@TheBhumiChannel]

Agreed. The men are really there to bring to light Christine's story. They aren't really even in the running, so to speak. The concept of letting her story unfold in this setting, amidst speed dating is, as you say, sublime. Very much loving every frame and nuance of this, kind of like a jigsaw puzzle. Oz is a particularly well played character. Really enjoyed this episode. Lots of clues towards Christine's story arc in here.....Thanks for your comment, AC!

[@jerseylauren1950]

She is playing it how it was written, I think she is doing an amazing job stepping outside of her normal comfort zone.

[@CharlesGuzman]

Oz is my new hero. What a cool guy and his intellect crushed her antics against him. He's just too smart for her and she knew she liked it which made her more angry lol

[@Jane.dough11]

I love this guy Oz, good character. I'm addicted to Christine, great series so far.

[@amjPeace]

I am so glad that the guy whose turn it was to be subjected to Christine while she had a meltdown was someone who could see right through her and not get sucked into her crap.

[@outinsider]

One of the best episodes in this series. You got her right at her frustrated level and really says a lot about her character. Like the use of the playwright to bring out the conceit of Christine's character and foibles.

[@lifemagnet]

This series kind of validates her point about movies about women, written by men!

[@1100Cornelia]

i really liked this guy. he was smart and funny

[@ohmiaohmy]

I love her as a character, not necessarily as a real person (I will have to see how the rest of the show plays out). Like Oz, I find her character interesting in its complexity. Also, part of the excitement of speed dating is that it's an interaction with strangers who you never have to speak to again, which allows people to act in ways they might never usually act. She's hardly dragging anybody in. Their interactions with her will be a blip in the radar, and I think she knows it.

[@melaniebene702]

Her behavior is revolting. I cannot fathom ever being so rude to a stranger. His ability to stay calm and polite was very remarkable.

[@phonewithoutquestion80]

Excellent character.... Man she really perfected the art of nitpicking.

[@cumbias2013]

Speed dating is her coping mechanism for her life. Could she be suffering from post partum depression? Guess we will find out in season 2. Love it! !!!

[@lazygurl305]

Poor guy... he took it like a champ though. Very chill.

[@r9m24]

LOL one of the most entertaining episodes! ! He handled the situation unbelievably well!! She was a bucket full of crazy!

[@deaklundlee]

Although I have four more episodes to watch, I must say that I really appreciate seeing Ms. Ferrera playing a more complex and dramatic role. By the way, I think that the writing is brilliant and nuanced, and that is why it is getting such strong reactions from the people posting here. The author is allowing us to see our own humanity in the mirror, and that is disconcerting for many. Bravo!

[@cumbias2013]

Speed dating is her therapy!!!

[@WIGS]

Christine - foolish, hysterical, or just complicated?

[@101Checks]

This Oz guy, just fantastic.

[@ohmiaohmy]

I agree. I actually wasn't certain about Christine at the beginning, but as her character became more complex, I grew to love her rather than dislike her. That said, I understand that people have a hard time understanding dissatisfied women, even though complexity is a part of art and life.

[@jazziefizzil]

really liked him..he was calm and collected.

[@dcbabe21]

Oz had a lot of patience for Christine. Much more than she deserved. I think he just realized that she was mad about something else and didn't really take it personally.

[@kakashicrazed]

On the contrary, I like her character even more. Prior to the husband making his appearance, Christine appeared to be this tense woman with this untruthful persona surrounding herself and all the men she's met. Now that almost all the puzzle pieces have been laid out, it makes Christine a 3-D character with some actual depth. This series just might be my favorite.

[@Nikelea]

I agree. Only I see Jacob Vargas is in one of the episodes so now I gotta watch.

[@Dina8485]

one of the best episodes yet. I love this but i cant explain why

[@OmniLute5]

Ep. 1-6, chilled, Ep.7- pace picker upper, Ep. 8-!loved!. 4 more episodes to go. Looking forward to see how it all plays out.

[@iamastro]

LOVED Oz...he was smarter than she was hoping & he took her by surprise. Few of the other men have done that in ways that have challenged her, rather than enabling her fantasies.

[@nunyabizzzzzzz]

I finally understand Christine! The buildup to the last episode was brilliant, and now I'm looking forward to the conclusion.

[@yrokah]

so well written and acted!!!!

[@AmiciQuattuor]

honestly, that play sounds good.

[@TTU0325]

Name me one woman who hasn't lashed out at some innocent bystander due to the effects of being upset at someone else. Especially with relationship drama. I know I have. As much as she's pissing me off, this character just became real to me. Bring on the next episode!

[@XJoy2UrWorldX]

I need a man like him! He's as patient as patient gets.

[@abdohafe]

She is showing here true colors. Can't wait to hopefully learn more about here family

[@starbucksmocha88]

Wow she was such a jerk to him! I thought he was pretty nice and I liked the sound of his play. I think the thing with her husband showing up shook her up a lot.

[@Kogerii]

It's the puppeteer! Her husband's so whipped.

[@JulissaBabe]

This episode is written so well

[@FallenAngels3792]

I feel really bad for Oz. He was really nice to her and she flat out shut him down so bad... he seemed really nice and he was creative. I've seen men write movies where the girl is the hero!

[@mrz2263]

*He's the guy from Freaks and Geeks YESSS*

[@theszmek]

@wigs I love this, as it goes on it gets more twisted and I love how Oz handled her attitude . I also love that she is the splitting image of the character his play is based on... and that every time one of these men remind her of herself she becomes defensive and snappy... and that maybe just maybe, this could all be leading to a disaster. >:D well done, the character development and tension in this series is amazing!

[@OmniLute5]

stories told by film, are not just told by the writers and actors, but also by the cinematographer. The panning was part of the storyline (hence why the behind the scene clip was about the cinematographer). I do agree it went a little bit long but can find the beauty in it. The scene leaves the viewer and characters spinning and a feeling of "What just happened". The satire of men writing about women was a fresh breath of humor in otherwise intense scene.

[@RUWeird2OrIsItJustMe]

I liked this episode! It was very realistic. She was upset and took her frustrations out on the poor sweet guy. What woman has never behaved like this before?! America is such a good actress!

[@LegitMarrany]

I really enjoy this series Wigs. Thanks

[@ashleyassin3063]

She just put together different aspects of the men that she just "dated" in order to create her back story. Nice work.

[@recycler1234]

Wow, America Ferrera is such a great actress, I think the director meant for the audience to dislike the main character and she does a great job at that!

[@izacora]

Oz ruled!! I like to imagine he is the etter version of Al

[@TheBhumiChannel]

This was the funniest episode yet! Oz is my new hero!

[@08lilyloveable]

I luv how u put a thinking man in for her next speed date a volitile or sarcastic guy so wouldn't handled her grumpyness so well

[@taotao18]

oz is my favorite.

[@aerithreaver]

I love Martin Starr!!! He's great!

[@buutifuleyes]

America Ferrera is portraying this intriguingly off balance Christine character so well with each new episode I'm even more interested than the last...as for filming in rotation that was symbolic to what occurs in her unstable mind.

[@Dmisfits]

He got her. He pin pointed everything.

[@TuesdayIsland]

I know there are only 4 more episodes, but I don't think I care enough to see this through.

[@bludini1]

Oz is awesome! So cool and calm. Christine is in need of medication.

[@gloriaoliphant1012]

I really liked him, I feel like you could have good conversions with him

[@tiffanielee74]

and there's the crazy...poor guy, he didn't deserve that, but handles it very well

[@MeanestCoachEver]

I like this guy.

[@mel3ramirez]

She is f'in crazy and i feel so bad for Oz because she just went off on him for no reason.

[@jenniferhoodcelestain7402]

All 3. I can't wait to see how it ends.

[@LindseyMichelle35]

Omg Christine officially lost it...crazy!! And I don't know how Oz kept so calm the whole time. She was a total B to him!!

[@MiLadyCutie9]

I would actually really like to see that play. You go, Oz.

[@tdeans78]

Oz was hilarious & totally peeped her card!! She needs to go home if she's gonna act like that!

[@Gchau]

Oz, i must say beautifully handled

[@TheBhumiChannel]

Oh, believe me, he knows. He probably has the character he needs now for the play that will move him from the Orange County repertory theater into the big time.

[@Breezee34]

Oz is funny....I can relate to him so much

[@MSwaterbead]

I think this Oz is the writer of this series! Bingo!

[@Wendypretty1]

More, more, more! Give me more!

[@TheBhumiChannel]

Poor Oz, he was at the wrong place at the wrong time, lol! I thought he handled it beautifully, though, considering he walked in on her meltdown.

[@TheSharonEsho]

I love ozwold !!

[@Afrothentic452]

Loved Oz

[@janechair6040]

I agree I liked him the best. I really thought his demeanor and attitude was amazing. The fact that he was will to put up with this spoke well for him and he really showed a lot about Christine. I felt bad for the both of them though because she seems like the cat trapped in the corner lashing out at the stranger who just happens to pass by.

[@IjeomaThePlantMama]

Yup!

[@ItsDarkRightNow]

Awww I liked Oz

[@AbbyAndrew]

Definitely the most interesting episode so far I think! I really love this series I'm dying to kno what happens.. and I REALLY hope it doesn't cut off with a strange ending like the other two have :/.

[@cierrablue]

I've been following Martin Starr's career and he really has turned out to be an interesting performer.

[@another2centsworth]

The fact you guys seem to be annoyed by her so much, shows how amazing an actress America is and how risky playing an unlikable verging on unstable character is.

[@brianpburch]

Oz rocks!!! keep the faith brother!!!

[@soto6791]

lovely episode!!!

[@nikainnyc]

Pheww he put her on the spot!!

[@bogglewmn13]

He's been my favorite so far, actually! He had her pegged, and she didn't like that one bit.

[@menajackson2729]

Omg never thought it was going this direction

[@ashleycarver9434]

I don't know how he had enough patience to sit there...

[@Cheftee21]

Neisha, me too! I'm not sure what it is abotu this character but I love her in other rolls but I cant grasp with one!

[@DXRandomGirlXD]

Wow Oz was so patient and kind! He deserves a good woman definitely not one like Christine.

[@brinda08]

I love him

[@ohmiaohmy]

Yes! I love it too. Actually, after that text with her husband, I'm wondering if Oz will end up being the one she goes after, simply because they quietly both know what's really going on here.

[@natedogs212]

oz had her pegged.

[@patriciaharmon7055]

Spot On!

[@bella101ify]

She is crazy!!!!!

[@C8Italia]

Oh, I didn't notice that. Damn.

[@JamJamLuvsU]

he's a writer, I feel it takes a lot for someone like himself to get upset and offended (unless its on his work lol). I feel that he approached Christine as someone to study, observe, and take in to get a better understanding of how a damaged woman would act in the situation that she's in, because he seemed to get the jist of it (jealous husband and her reaction to all that he said).

[@KristinHwang]

LOLOL this guy is hilarious. My favorite so far.