Ep 19. Long Days Journey into Marinara
- TVPG
- February 21, 1987
- 24 min
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8.4 (472)
The Golden Girls season 2 episode 19, "Long Days Journey into Marinara," is a classic episode that showcases the humorous and heartwarming interactions between the four main characters: Dorothy, Rose, Blanche, and Sophia.
The episode begins with Dorothy preparing a homemade marinara sauce for dinner while also expressing her frustration with her job as a substitute high school teacher. Rose suggests that Dorothy take a break from teaching and pursue her dream of writing a novel. Blanche pipes in, saying that she too has always wanted to write a novel, and suggests that they team up to write a book together.
The women spend the next few days working on their novel, with Blanche and Dorothy coming up with the plot and Sophia offering her witty and often inappropriate suggestions along the way. As the days pass, the women become more invested in their project, staying up late and neglecting their other responsibilities.
Meanwhile, Rose is dealing with her own personal struggles as she frets over an upcoming talent show in which she plans to showcase her ventriloquism skills. She confides in the other women about her fear of failure, and they offer her their support and encouragement.
As the deadline for the novel approaches, the women begin to unravel under the pressure. Tensions rise and the women argue over the direction of the story, but ultimately they come together and finish the book just in time.
In the end, the women realize that while they may not have written the next great American novel, they have created something special together and strengthened their bond in the process. The episode concludes with the women enjoying a satisfying meal of spaghetti and meatballs, with Dorothy's marinara sauce taking center stage.
Overall, "Long Day's Journey into Marinara" is a charming and entertaining episode that highlights the camaraderie and support between the Golden Girls. With its mix of humor and heart, it is a quintessential example of why the show remains a beloved classic to this day.
