Gilmore Girls Season 2 Episode 16
Gilmore Girls
Season 2

Ep 16. There's the Rub

  • TV-NR
  • April 9, 2002
  • 44 min
  • 6.6  (5)

Lorelai and Rory are in need of a little bonding time, so they set off on a spa weekend getaway to the Independence Inn's lavish Dragonfly Inn. However, their well-deserved break doesn't go as planned when they are forced to share their room with a mother and her loud, obnoxious daughter. After trying to ignore them for as long as possible, Lorelai finally confronts the mother, Emily, who has come to the Inn with her husband Richard on a spontaneous weekend vacation. Emily and Lorelai have a long standing love-hate relationship, and things come to a head when they are forced to spend the day together due to a rainstorm. While they attempt to make small talk and get along, they are constantly irritated by each other's behavior, leading to some heated arguments and a lot of candid conversations. Meanwhile, back in Stars Hollow, Lane and her band are desperate to find a place to practice, which leads to some amusing antics and misadventures.

"There's the Rub" is a standout episode for Gilmore Girls, as it focuses largely on the complicated relationship between Lorelai and Emily. The episode is full of witty banter and snarky comments, as the two women try to navigate their way around each other without losing their cool. The tension between them is palpable, and it's clear that there are deep-seated issues that have yet to be resolved. Throughout the episode, we get glimpses into Lorelai's difficult childhood and strained relationship with her parents, which helps to explain the source of some of their animosity towards each other. At the same time, we see that Lorelai and Emily do genuinely care about each other, even if they have a hard time expressing it.

The spa weekend setting provides a great backdrop for the episode, with lush scenery and relaxing sounds giving the feeling of a true escape. The spa itself is a character in its own right, with various treatments and rituals being introduced throughout the episode. Some of the highlights include a mud bath, an essential oil massage, and a heated stone treatment. Lorelai and Rory are the perfect duo for this kind of trip, with their close bond and shared love of fast-talking, pop culture references, and junk food making them an entertaining pair to watch.

In contrast to the spa scenes, the plotline involving Lane and her band adds a lot of humor to the episode. Lane is desperate to find a place to practice, but all of her attempts end up failing spectacularly. From trying to practice in a diner to attempting to rent out a church basement, Lane and her friends are met with disappointment after disappointment. However, their perseverance pays off in the end, as they score a spot in a dilapidated warehouse that is perfect for their needs. The scenes with Lane and her band are a nice counterbalance to the more serious moments between Lorelai and Emily, and they add some much-needed levity to the episode.

Overall, "There's the Rub" is a standout episode of Gilmore Girls, showcasing the strong performances of Lauren Graham and Kelly Bishop. The tension between Lorelai and Emily is palpable throughout, and the spa weekend setting adds a luxurious flair to the episode. The scenes with Lane and her band are also a highlight, providing some much-needed comic relief. Fans of the show will love this episode, as it delves deeper into Lorelai's backstory and the complicated dynamics between the Gilmore girls.

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  • First Aired
    April 9, 2002
  • Content Rating
    TV-NR
  • Runtime
    44 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.6  (5)