Ep 16. Scarlett Johansson / Lorde

Scarlett Johansson and Lorde are the guest host and musical performer respectively for the sixteenth episode of Saturday Night Live's forty-second season. Fans are eagerly anticipating the show as Johansson, a frequent collaborator with the show's cast and crew, is known for delivering hilarious performances in her sketches. Moreover, Lorde is set to deliver a mesmerizing musical performance that promises to be epic.

In the cold open sketch, President Donald Trump's proposed budget cuts are ridiculed as the cast attempts to showcase just how ridiculous the cuts are in a gag that will leave viewers in stitches. The sketch features several cameos from SNL alumni including Rachel Dratch and Tina Fey.

Scarlett Johansson takes on multiple roles throughout the episode, including a desperate employee who is bound to lose her job as a robot at H&R Block. In another sketch, she plays an eccentric scientist who is called upon to explain a complex theory about the origin of the universe. Her hilarious performance in the sketches is matched by her incredible timing and portrayal of the various characters.

Lorde's performances leave the audience spellbound as she delivers emotional renditions of two of her hit songs- “Green Light” and “Liability”. The Grammy award-winning singer's performance is nothing short of perfection as she showcases her vocal talents with a captivating stage presence that is sure to have viewers singing along.

In the Weekend Update segment, Michael Che and Colin Jost tackle some of the week's biggest news stories, including issues with United Airlines' customer service. The jokes are as sharp as ever, and the segment elicits laughter from start to finish despite the controversial nature of the news stories.

One of the highlights of this episode is the sketch titled "Complicit" featuring Scarlett Johansson. In the sketch, Johansson plays first daughter and advisor to President Trump, Ivanka Trump. The satire highlights the issue of hypocrisy surrounding Ivanka's adoption of a pro-women stance while at the same time supporting her father's policies that affect women negatively. The smart humor hits the right note and leaves viewers reflecting on the issue.

Overall, this episode of Saturday Night Live is uproariously funny with a perfect balance of topical humor and non-offensive punch lines. It's a must-watch for anyone looking for a good laugh and captivating musical performances.