Ep 2. Gatherings

In Spaced season 1 episode 2 named Gatherings, we find Tim and Daisy still trying to figure out their way in London. Tim has a job interview at a comic book store, but his lack of knowledge does not bode well with the interviewer, Bilbo, who brushes him off pretty quickly. Meanwhile, Daisy tries to find a job and ends up taking on a job for an eccentric conceptual artist named Vulva, whom she bumps into at a party.

The episode centers around two gatherings: one at the flat of Tim and Daisy, where Tim invites Bilbo and a few other friends over for a party, and the other is the opening of Vulva's art exhibit that Daisy has been helping with. Tim is eager to impress Bilbo, who he sees as a potential employer, and goes all out with the party preparations, including a cocktail named "Bilbo's Baggins" and a costume contest. Bilbo, however, is not impressed and quickly leaves with his friends.

At Vulva's art exhibit, Daisy is struggling to keep up with the artist's demands, one of which includes throwing a rock through a car windshield. Daisy is disgusted and decides to sabotage the exhibit by putting up an offensive piece of art of her own. The sabotage works, and the exhibit ends up with a hilarious twist. With the help of their friends, Tim and Daisy end up enjoying their respective gatherings, but not without experiencing a few mishaps.

Spaced season 1 episode 2 is a great continuation of the first episode, where we get to see the quirky and funny characters being true to themselves in their various endeavors. The episode particularly highlights the challenges that come with trying to fit in or find one's place in a new city, something that most people can relate to. Timothy and Daisy's friendship and the banter between them is also a highlight of the episode, keeping the humor light and entertaining.

The episode also touches on some deeper themes, such as the pressure to conform to the norms of society and the art world. Daisy's struggle with Vulva's instructions and her eventual sabotage on the exhibit shows the conflict that comes with trying to do something that goes against one's morals or values. It's a commentary on the art world's requirement for artists to be edgy and provocative, no matter the cost.

Overall, Spaced season 1 episode 2 is an entertaining and humorous continuation of the series. The characters are lovable and quirky, and the script is well-written, making for a fun viewing experience. It also has enough depth to keep viewers engaged and thinking, making it more than just a simple comedy. It's a great way to spend 30 minutes, and it leaves viewers excited for more.