Episode 1: “The Arrangement”
SUITS is finally back! Last season left us with many cliffhangers, which dealt with the merge between Pearson and Darby (a british law firm headed by Lord Varys). I am sorry for the Game of Thrones references that I will be making. But the presence of Game of Thrones influence is undeniable. First of all, we will be having Michelle Fairley (Lady Stark) as a recurring character this season and Conleth Hill (Lord Varys) will be the new managing partner. And second of all, this season is charged with lots of vengeance, treason, ambition and corruption, traits that are very common in the land of Westeros. Dont get me wrong, SUITS is a show that has earned the love from us fans, because is fun, likeable, smooth and unique. Its like no other show about lawyers and the characters are impossible not to love. On the other side Game of Thrones has become a cultural phenomenon, that every now and then, whenever we hear about power struggle, vengeance, bloody backstabbing etc, we associate it with Game of Thrones. And by the way, even USA Network has used that association for marketing purposes. So bare with me! Now lets take a look to the broken alliances, the new alliances and the alliances that are growing strong…(yes I know I have written alliances too many times)
Broken Alliances
Mike and Harvey
This episode was all about the new Pearson Darby. As a result of defeating Hardman and helping Jessica securing the merger, our beloved Mike Ross got a brand new office. Jessica awarded Mike to remember it as a symbol of what he can accomplish in the firm and the price he has payed for succeeding. She was referring to betraying Harvey. Who is quite frustrated with the merger. But also, wants nothing to do with Mike. The old bromance is over. Mike is trying hard to win Harvey’s favour (giving him information for a new case). But for Harvey loyalty is everything.. Its hard to see them divided.. We loved to see them working together. And they looked awesome as a team. I expect at some point Harvey will forgive Mike. In his eyes we can all see that he cares for Mike.. But honestly is just cruel to watch poor Mike’s puppy eyes going all sad for Harvey. By the way Donna is also mad at Mike..
Jessica and Harvey
Jessica and Harvey’s relationship has never been worse. These two lawyers are very dangerous. Jessica has proven to be a ruthless, backstabbing managing partner that will do everything to keep her power (She is looking like Cersai, off course without all the incest thing, but still she is cold). Harvey on the other side, its a man that is very rough and who doesn’t care to get dirty in order to win. He has a strong belief on winning and in not quitting. So these two are not going to stop until the other one falls. I enjoyed them more, working together. But still its quite intriguing seeing them move against each other. After this first episode, they maintain an official good relationship, but Jessica is suspicious of Harvey and Harvey has sworn to destroy Jessica. Its going to be a thrilling season. And just for the record, be prepared for a lot of foul play and treason..But of course in a very stylish way.
Dana Scott and Harvey
During the merger, Harvey lost many of his former alliances. But among all, he lost Dana. She was used by Darby to get Pearson. And Harvey resented the fact that she somehow outsmarted him. He has a hugely dangerous ego. And in his display of power he got Dana fired. But then he asked Derby to bring Scott back. However he doesn’t want her in New York. He instead sends her to London… In the airport, Harvey looks for Scott. If you were thinking of a Casablanca moment coming in or a goodbye scene from The Bodyguard.. Think again.. Harvey needs information for a new case. But still he was a bit cute and sweet, telling Scott that she has always meant something to her…She melts and replies by saying that he is a d***. We agree with Scott, but just like her we can get enough of Harvey Specter…
Louis Litt and the British version of him
We hate to admit it, but we love Louis! Last season he had a crucial role in the war inside of former Pearson Hardman. This season things look to be normal between him and Harvey. But his truly enemy is the new system under the merger. There are two things that mean the world to Louis: His uni-ball pens and his All bran raspberry bars. The british Louis is the new Quarter Master and he is taking away the uni-ball pens and the raspberry bars. So Louis asks Derby to name him Quarter Master. Derby agreed and later on, the british Louis reveals that it was all a set up to take over the associates (WTF?). There is a lot of treason going on Pearson Hardman… So Louis is the new Quarter Master but he has no control over his beloved associates…rough start!
The New Alliances
Ava Hassington and Harvey Specter
The new case that opens the Season involves our beloved Michelle Fairley. I think I will never forget her as Lady Stark. But its great to see her doing something fun and classy. In this episode, she plays Ava Hessington an oil tycoon that is being suit by the US. Darby asks Harvey to take the case. Harvey tries to broke a deal with the US Government (an old hot friend of his). But it turns out his friend is running for office and its mayor contributor is an oil company whose mayor competition is Ava Hessington’s company. Harvey needs to win this case in order to become a managing partner (he has a deal with Darby).
Mike and Benjamin (the IT guy)
Mike is trying hard to gain Harvey’s favour, so he wants to help him in whatever case he is working in. So he needs to see the hard drive of Harvey’s computer. But to do that, he needs Benjamin (the IT guy). But Benjamin is not that easy. So Mike sets him up, by recording him accepting that he has broken the law (he violated Mike’s privacy). Benjamin helps Mike. But Mike does not want to continue blackmailing Benjamin, so he decides to erase the recording and start again with Ben. I think this part is very important. Because during most of the episode, all we ever got to see was people backstabbing and plotting against each other. Mike somehow rebuilds his own image. And he doesn’t want to do things like Jessica or Harvey. He is a good guy and so is Benjamin…
The Alliances that are growing strong (Tyrell reference)
So at least there is something good happening in SUITS! Rachel and Mike are better than ever! Its wonderful to see them finally together. I am big fan of their relationship. Mike has revealed everything about him to Rachel! And I mean everything! So their all over each other. Rachel keeps Mike real, she reminds him of what is right..So its fun and lovely! Please let us enjoy this relationship! SUITS has always a way of turning them apart!
Overall: I love this episode! And I just want more! I want to se more law related topics and Mike and Harvey back together! The war has began once again and as in Game of Thrones is just getting bloodier!
What is Your favourite moment of Yesterday’s season premiere?
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