Maron Season 3 Episode 5 Mad Marc
- TV-14
- June 11, 2015
- 21 min
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7.9 (84)
Marc Maron is back in the third season of his self-titled comedy-drama show Maron as the titular character, a fictionalized version of himself. In episode 5 of season 3, titled "Mad Marc," we see Maron struggling to come to terms with his deep-seated anger issues.
As a successful podcast host and comedian, Maron has always had a bit of a temper, but his anger has started to seep into his personal life. He finds himself lashing out at those around him, including his girlfriend, his friends, and his fellow comedians.
The episode kicks off with Maron in a therapist's office, attempting to get a grip on his anger. He admits that he doesn't know how to control his temper, and that his anger has been causing problems in his relationships. The therapist suggests that Maron try some coping mechanisms, like deep breathing exercises, to help him manage his anger.
But Maron finds these suggestions to be condescending, and he storms out of the therapist's office. He heads straight to his girlfriend's apartment, where he promptly gets into another argument with her. She tells him that his anger scares her, and that he needs to figure out how to get a handle on it before it ruins everything.
Feeling frustrated and alone, Maron goes to a comedy club where he's scheduled to perform. But even there, he can't shake his anger. He gets into a confrontation with another comedian, a newcomer who he feels is stealing his material. The argument gets heated, and soon Maron and the other comedian are shouting insults at each other in front of the audience.
After the show, Maron goes to a bar to drown his sorrows. He ends up getting into yet another confrontation, this time with a group of rowdy frat boys. Despite his better judgment, Maron picks a fight with them, and things quickly escalate to violence.
The episode ends with Maron alone in his apartment, still seething with rage. He knows he needs to figure out how to deal with his anger before it destroys his career and his relationships, but he doesn't know where to start.
Overall, "Mad Marc" is an intense and introspective episode that delves deep into Maron's character and explores the root of his anger issues. It's a gripping watch that will leave audiences wondering what's next for the troubled comedian.