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Sorry, i'm a week behind on this, it's now nearly episode 3... Had so much stuff to catch up on this week, after inlaws visit last week...
So, this is week 1's bit:
Described as “Wildly addictive” by the Times online and “Irresistibly gripping” by Radio Times, Damages follows the turbulent lives of Patty Hewes (Glenn Close), the ruthless litigator and her bright, ambitious young protégé, Ellen Parsons (Rose Byrne).
Episode 1 is available now to download on iTunes at www.itunes.com/tv/damages. In this episode, and in the wake of the successful lawsuit against Arthur Frobisher (Ted Danson), Ellen checks into therapy to deal with her fiancé’s murder. She’s also out to bring down Patty by agreeing to act as an FBI informant, assisting them in their criminal investigation of Patty and the firm. Meanwhile, Daniel Purcell (William Hurt), a man from Patty’s mysterious past, steps back into her life, seeking protection from an employer’s deadly revenge which catapults Patty into a new legal challenge.
In next week’s episode, will Patty come any closer to discovering who murdered Daniel Purcell’s wife? And will Ellen and the FBI be any closer to bringing down Patty?
In this week’s exclusive podcast, we interview Glenn Close who told us what’s next for Patty in the light of the Arthur Frobisher case and explains how the events in season 1 changed her character in season 2. Rose Byrne also explains how her character is coping following the death of her fiancé, how she prepared for the role and what lessons her character has learnt. For non-iTunes users you can see the podcast interview using this link and for iTunes users, use this link.
Ok, thanks to Michelle for resending me the info, here's some bits about episode 2 and some exclusive interview video:
In episode 2, Patty’s going after those who killed Daniel Purcell’s wife whilst uncovering some home truths about him along the way. After telling Patty that his analysis of a toxic new chemical was doctored, Daniel insists that she burns all the incriminating documents to protect his daughter from retribution, but this goes ignored. Meanwhile, Ellen works with the FBI to lure Tom Shayes into making an illegal payment to a plaintiff in order to ultimately bring down their boss and the firm.
In next week’s episode, will Ellen discover the true relationship between Patty and Daniel? Will Patty’s ability to defend Daniel suffer with the discovery of shocking new evidence against him and will the FBI suspect that Ellen is working against them?
Don’t forget, episode 1 and 2 is available now to download on iTunes at http://www.itunes.com/tv/damages. Subsequent episodes will be available on iTunes the day after they’re broadcast on BBC One, Sundays at 10:20pm.
In this week’s exclusive podcast interview, we spoke with Glenn Close who told us what motivated her character to drop the infant mortality case and why she sensed that there was something far bigger behind the murder of Daniel Purcell’s wife. Glenn also told us how her and Rose’s characters have changed in season 2. We also spoke with Rose Byrne who told us how her character is adjusting to portraying Patty and Tom to the FBI and what’s in store for Rose and Wes Krulik. For non-iTunes users you can see the podcast interview using this link and for iTunes users, use this link.
An Interview with stars from the show, including Glen Close, Willian Hurt and Marcia Gay Harden:
did my post in this thread get deleted for a reason ?
No, not at all, there's nothing at all in the logs saying it was deleted or moderated and knowing your past postings, i doubt you would have said anything that would have needed moderating, never mind deleting. Are you sure you actually submitted it and not just previewed by mistake or something along those lines, i;ve done that myself a few times.
Damages season 2 is back with a bang and, as we reach episode 3, the plot thickens with more twists and turns than ever before. Our podcast interview with Glenn Close and Rose Byrne continues, details of which are below.
Episode 3 catch up - Patty is shocked to hear evidence that Daniel previously assaulted his wife. Ellen finally uncovers that Daniel fathered Patty’s son, Michael, and reveals all to the FBI.
Local reporter Josh Renton uncovers evidence that UNR are polluting the local water supply but is accosted by UNR’s company assailants. Patty agrees to represent Daniel but he is arrested as he tries to leave the country and Tom discovers that Patty was behind it.
In next week’s episode 4, will Daniel come any closer to discovering who murdered his wife or will the evidence turn against him? Will Patty, Tom and Ellen ever get the evidence they need to confirm their suspicions about UNR polluting the water supply?
Don’t forget, you can download episodes 1-3 now on iTunes at http://www.itunes.com/tv/damages. Subsequent episodes will be available on iTunes the day after they’re broadcast on BBC One, Sundays at 10:20pm.
In this week’s exclusive podcast interview, we spoke with Glenn Close who told us more about Patty and Daniel’s relationship and what inspired Daniel to come back to Patty after all these years. We also spoke with Rose Byrne who told us what it felt like to have her character totally changed in season 2 and how working with the FBI is affecting her. For non-iTunes users you can see the podcast interview using this link and for iTunes users, use this link.
No, not at all, there's nothing at all in the logs saying it was deleted or moderated and knowing your past postings, i doubt you would have said anything that would have needed moderating, never mind deleting. Are you sure you actually submitted it and not just previewed by mistake or something along those lines, i;ve done that myself a few times.
must be going dowally then you're probably right Det , i remember typing the message , ahhh the old grey matter ain't what it used to be , i'm surprised i can even follow the plot strands in the programme !
Season 2 seems to be on a much slower burn than the 1st , at least i don't have to deal with flashbacks of the statue of liberty bookends this year ! After finding out they were the "weapon" everytime they where in shot i'd shudder.
In the latest episode of Damages, Daniel is cleared of any involvement in his wife’s murder and Patty’s case against Ultima National Resources (UNR) for the dumping of toxic chemicals is strengthening. And in this week’s podcast interview, Glenn Close and Rose Byrne speak to us about their characters and reveal exclusive storyline insights.
Episode 4 catch up
Kevin Walker confesses to murdering Christine but Patty is convinced that he wasn’t acting alone. Worried that Walker could cave under pressure, UNR’s CEO Walter Kendrick tells Claire Maddox to make sure that he never talks. Cleared of murdering his wife, Daniel persuades Patty to meet their son Michael. Reporter Josh Renton uncovers pollution of the water samples but Daniel surprises Patty by claiming no sign of toxicity - little does she know that Daniel has taken a bribe to torpedo her case.
In next week’s episode
Will Patty back off from her case against UNR? Will Ellen prevent the government’s investigation of her boss from being derailed and will Patty finally discover the truth about Ellen’s undercover investigation?
Damages on iTunes
If you love Damages, Episodes 1-4 are available for download now on iTunes at http://www.itunes.com/tv/damages. Subsequent episodes will be available the day after they’re broadcast on BBC One, Sundays at 10:20pm.
Podcast interview with Glenn Close and Rose Byrne: In this week’s exclusive podcast interview, we spoke with Glenn Close who told us about Patty’s doubts over Daniel’s involvement in the case against UNR. Glenn also told us about how she collaborated with the writers and how the trauma Patty went through shaped her character. We also spoke with Rose Byrne who told us what type of input she has in the creation of her character and how meeting the FBI and a post-traumatic stress counsellor helped her role. For non-iTunes users, you can see the podcast interview using this link and for iTunes users, use this link.
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I think Glenn Close looks absolutely fabulous for her age. Not watched this yet but the clips look very good.
she's got to have had some serious surgery i reckon , something almost skull like about her face in some shots , kinda add's to the scariness of her character though.
Damages - Episode 5. Why did Ellen admit to Patty that she was approached by the FBI?
As we reach episode 5 of Damages, Patty redoubles her efforts to punish Ultima National Resources (UNR) for dumping toxic waste and Ellen is more determined than ever to maintain the FBI’s investigation of Patty. In this week’s podcast interview, Glenn Close and Rose Byrne reveal exclusive insights into the show and discuss how it feels working on scenes they don’t know the outcome of.
Episode 5 catch up
The case against UNR is gathering pace. Patty is more determined than ever to prosecute UNR for dumping toxic material, despite Daniel failing to back up her claims. Knowing that UNR is seeking approval from the government for an upcoming merger, Patty hands over her files on the company to Douglas Schiff, the deputy director at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Even though Schiff has the evidence to halt the merger, he tells Patty that he’s been overruled by his superiors at the FERC.
At Tom’s tenth anniversary at the firm, Ellen returns to Patty’s apartment for the first time since the murder of her fiancé. However, the FBI are concerned that Patty is becoming increasingly suspicious. Ellen is worried that the case against Patty will fall apart and that her collaboration with the FBI will be exposed so she leads Patty astray, telling her that she had been approached by the FBI but has refused to cooperate with them. Finally, and to protect Patty from further investigation, the hitman hired to kill Ellen during the Frobisher case is sent into hiding by Uncle Pete.
In next week’s episode
What lengths will Patty go to tie UNR to the murder of Daniel Purcell’s wife? What will be the outfall of Patty’s accusations and will Ellen link Frobisher to the murder of her fiancé?
Damages on iTunes
If you love Damages, Episodes 1-5 are available for download now on iTunes at iTunes Store. Subsequent episodes will be available the day after they’re broadcast on BBC One, Sundays at 10:20pm.
Podcast interview with Glenn Close and Rose Byrne In this week’s exclusive podcast interview, we spoke with Glenn Close who told us about Patty’s relationship with Uncle Pete and his increasing suspicions over Ellen. We also find out why Ellen revealed to Patty that she was approached by the FBI to work as informant agent. Rose Byrne told us how past events have made her character fearless and Glenn and Rose explain how it feels working on scenes they don’t know the outcome of. For non-iTunes users, you can see the podcast interview using this link and for iTunes users, use this link.
Episode 6 - Patty joins forces with Arthur Frobisher
As we reach the halfway stage in Damages season 2, Patty goes to unusual lengths to accuse Ultima National Resources’ CEO of being behind the murder of Daniel Purcell’s wife. In this week’s podcast interview, we talk to Glenn Close and Rose Byrne who reveal exclusive insights into the show. And this week’s clip features some of season’s 2 new characters, including William Hurt, Marcia Gay Harden and Timothy Olyphant, talking about their roles.
Episode 6 catch up
Whilst Ultima National Resources (UNR) continue to bury evidence that links the company to the water pollution of West Virginia, Patty uses a TV interview to accuse UNR’s boss Walter Kendrick of the murder of Daniel Purcell’s wife. Claire Maddox uses this to end her affair with Daniel and encourages Kendrick to sue Patty for defamation to stop the growing damage to UNR’s stock price. In a chance meet, Kendrick ignores Frobisher’s advice to avoid a confrontation with Patty and orders Claire to sue to the tune of $200m.
Meanwhile, Katie comes across the rogue cop Eliot Tolken who tailed her during the Frobisher lawsuit. Whilst Katie is concerned, Ellen is hoping to use Tolken to tie Frobisher to David O’ Conner’s murder but Tolken knows too much and is killed. Finally, Patty settles the defamation case against Kendrick and tells Ellen that she’s found a new plaintiff in the case against UNR. What Patty doesn’t tell Ellen is that the plaintiff is none other than Frobisher.
In next week’s episode
Will Patty tell Ellen that Frobisher is the new plaintiff in the case against UNR? Will Frobisher shed any light on who killed David and will Uncle Pete cave in under the pressure of the FBI?
Damages on iTunes
If you love Damages, Episodes 1-6 are available for download now on iTunes at iTunes Store. Subsequent episodes will be available the day after they’re broadcast on BBC One, Sundays at 10:20pm.
Podcast interview with Glenn Close and Rose Byrne
In this week’s exclusive podcast interview, we spoke with Glenn Close and Rose Byrne who told us what it’s like working on scenes they don’t know the outcome of. And, as uncle Pete continues to suspect Ellen and voices his concerns to Patty, Rose told us if Ellen is starting to get scared. For non-iTunes users, you can see the podcast interview using this link and for iTunes users, use this link.
Episode 7 - robisher prepares to testify against Ultima Resources National
Described as “the most addictive, gripping and entertaining drama to touch down from the States in years” by Outside the Box and “...a cut above the rest” by TV Guide, here’s the latest update on Damages.
As we reach episode 7 of Damages, Frobisher is revealed as the plaintiff in the lawsuit against Ultima Resources National (URN) and the FBI start to focus their investigation on Uncle Pete. In this week’s podcast interview, we talk to Glenn Close and Rose Byrne who reveal what it’s like working on TV as opposed to film and Rose talks about how Ellen is dealing with her emotions.
Episode 7 catch up
Ellen is stunned to hear that Frobisher is the plaintiff against URN but Patty explains to Ellen that using him could help strengthen their case and shed light on David’s murder.
As Katie frets over the murder of rogue policeman Eliot Tolken, two men are arrested after being spotted paying off Uncle Pete to gain his cooperation. Uncle Pete’s criminal record and long association with Patty makes him the perfect focus for the FBI’s investigation.
As Wes Krulik gives firearms training to Ellen, a mysterious visitor warns Frobisher against pursuing the case against URN and then tells Wes that he should turn his attention to Katie if he can’t get the information he needs from Ellen. Finally, Uncle Pete agrees to give agents Harrison and Werner information which could incriminate Patty but in an act of loyalty, Uncle Pete commits suicide rather than reveal anything.
In next week’s episode
Will Uncle Pete survive his suicide attempt and will Frobisher back out of the case against URN?
Damages on iTunes
If you love Damages, Episodes 1-7 are available for download now on iTunes at iTunes Store. Subsequent episodes will be available the day after they’re broadcast on BBC One, Sundays at 10:20pm.
Podcast interview with Glenn Close and Rose Byrne
In this week’s exclusive podcast interview, we spoke with Glenn Close who told us what it’s like working on TV as opposed to film and Rose Byrne told us how Ellen is dealing with her grief. For non-iTunes users, you can see the podcast interview using this link and for iTunes users, use this link.
Damages – key cast facts
Over the next three weeks we’ll be providing interesting facts about Damages’ key cast Glenn Close, Rose Byrne and William Hurt. This week we take a closer look at Glenn Close.
• Glenn Close is an Emmy®, Golden Globe® and Tony® Award winning actress.
• Damages is Glenn Close’s first television series in which she headlines.
• Close won an award for Damages as Best Actress in a Drama Series, a Golden Globe (and was nominated for a SAG Award) as Best Actress in a TV Drama for her riveting performance.
• Glenn Close was Oscar® nominated for her performances in Lawrence Kasdan’s The Big Chill; Barry Levinson’s The Natural; Adrian Lyne’s smash Fatal Attraction; and Stephen Frears’ Dangerous Liaisons (for which she was also a BAFTA Award nominee).
• Close is a trustee emeritus of The Sundance Institute, with which she has been associated for more than 17 years. She is also a trustee of The Wildlife Conservation Society and volunteers at Fountain House in New York City, a facility dedicated to the recovery of men and women who suffer with mental illness.
Damages - Episode 8. In the wake of Uncle Pete's suicide attempt, Patty is more...
Described as “brooding, complex and powerful” by Fanpop! here’s the latest update on Damages.
As we reach episode 8 of Damages, Uncle Pete’s suicide attempt reveals that he was pressured by the FBI to turn against Patty while Frobisher is pressured to drop the case against Ultima Resources National (URN). In this week’s podcast interview, we talk to Glenn Close and Rose Byrne who discuss the appeal of Damages.
Episode 8 catch up
As Patty comforts Uncle Pete’s wife, she learns more from a note Uncle Pete left before his death. Patty’s husband, Phil, is approached about making an investment in URN. Lonnie, the prostitute, who was arrested with energy trader, Finn Garrety, is questioned by Tom to reveal Garrety’s connection with URN boss, Kendrick.
Meanwhile, Uncle Pete comes out of his coma and is once again pressured by the FBI to turn against Patty. Patty speaks to Uncle Pete and, unaware that the conversation is monitored, suggests that Pete protect himself by giving the FBI the information they need. Frobisher caves in under pressure and drops out of the case against URN but Patty is convinced she can still win without him. Finally, a hitman is sent to take care of Uncle Pete and more is uncovered through an incriminating file found at Uncle Pete's home.
In next week’s episode
Will Patty uncover a government conspiracy to encourage her to drop her case against URN? And will the events surrounding Uncle Pete bring the FBI any closer to nailing Patty?
Damages on iTunes
If you love Damages, Episodes 1 to 8 are available for download now on iTunes at iTunes Store. Subsequent episodes will be available the day after they’re broadcast on BBC One, Sundays at 10:20pm.
Podcast interview with Glenn Close and Rose Byrne
In this week’s exclusive podcast interview, we spoke with Glenn Close and Rose Byrne who discuss the appeal of Damages and Rose Byrne told us if Ellen believes in Frobisher’s rehabilitation. For non-iTunes users, you can see the podcast interview using this link and for iTunes users, use this link.
Damages – key cast facts
In this week’s edition we take a closer look at Rose Byrne.
Rose Byrne (Ellen Parsons)
Byrne has recently wrapped the mega-thriller Knowing with Nicolas Cage.
She can also be seen in the upcoming film Adam, a unique love story set against the backdrop of Manhattan, with thespians Hugh Dancy and Peter Gallagher.
A third upcoming project is the Australian film, The Tender Hook, the story of a woman named ‘Iris’ (Byrne) at the forefront of a love triangle that includes her English lover and a young boxer.
Byrne was last seen in the indie film Just Buried, which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival in September of 2007. Buried is a dark comedy about a beautiful woman, played by Byrne, who works as an embalmer in a funeral home.
Damages Season 2 - Episode Guide and Information
you're probably right Det , i remember typing the message , ahhh the old grey matter ain't what it used to be , i'm surprised i can even follow the plot strands in the programme ! 
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