Tracey Takes On Season 4 Episode 3 Books
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- February 10, 1999
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9.1 (44)
Tracey Takes On season 4 episode 3 entitled "Books" is an insightful exploration of the diverse topics related to reading, writing, and publishing. Tracey Ullman continues to take on multiple characters that make the show more interesting and engaging.
At the beginning of the episode, Tracey plays a school librarian, Mrs. Irenieka who takes a job-break to showcases her impressive knowledge of children's literature. Her love for books and reading is infectious, and she motivates young readers to discover new worlds, characters, and experiences through reading.
Then, Tracey shows her skills as an editor for a famous children's publishing house, Bungle & Co. She meets with a couple of ambitious young novelists who want to publish their first book. Still, the submission they send in is a complete disappointment to Tracey, who makes it clear that writing should be a work of art more than a business. Her brutal honesty is spot on in this episode, and it conveys the message that creating art should never be about the money but about the passion, dedication, and talent.
Tracey then takes on the role of a rapper's mom, who dotes on her son's first autobiography about his background and music career. The book has scandalous details that Tracey highlights as distasteful and unnecessary, and she suggests that his story should be told with a bit more sophistication. Here, Tracey portrays a deep understanding of the entertainment industry and how it can affect the creative processes and individual's lives.
The next segment portrays Tracey as a struggling writer, submitting a manuscript to a literary agent to sort out fact from fiction. It is an intriguing moment to show Tracey's ability to interject her own life and experiences into the episode. It not only makes the scene feel more sincere but also adds depth to the series.
Following this, Tracey takes on the character of a bookseller's assistant, who learns that her boss has run off with the bookstore's last proceeds. Tracey's character is worried about her job, but her boss left an honorable note with a suggestion to continue the store in his absence. She works tirelessly towards the store's growth, and eventually becomes an owner, adding her own creativity to the place.
Then, Tracey becomes a literary festival coordinator who deals with the frustrations of hosting authors who are too big for their boots. It's not easy managing egomaniacs, but Tracey handles it with aplomb and assures that the literary festival goes ahead without a hitch.
Last but not least, Tracey Takes On episode 'Books' concludes with the character of a book signing store clerk dealing with autograph collectors and book resellers who are intent only on making a profit. Tracey portrays the clerk with an astute understanding of the rare book industry and how businesses can exploit events such as book signings and other literary events.
In conclusion, Tracey Takes On season 4 episode 3 "Books" is a remarkable piece of work. It encapsulates various aspects of the reading and writing world that deep dives into it. The show portrays Tracey's versatility and acting range, making her characters relatable to the audience. Overall, the episode 'Books' is a must-watch for anyone interested in the world of writing and publishing.