Joel encounters a 108-year-old man who has come home to Cicely. He tells Joel that Cicely, founded by two incredible, free-thinking women named Roslyn and Cicely, was once considered the "Pa... Read allJoel encounters a 108-year-old man who has come home to Cicely. He tells Joel that Cicely, founded by two incredible, free-thinking women named Roslyn and Cicely, was once considered the "Paris of the North". The series regulars appear in this episode as various residents from 19... Read allJoel encounters a 108-year-old man who has come home to Cicely. He tells Joel that Cicely, founded by two incredible, free-thinking women named Roslyn and Cicely, was once considered the "Paris of the North". The series regulars appear in this episode as various residents from 1909.
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Scenario: the human spirit confronted, under duress, targeted by Man's Inhumanity To Man. And its triumph - yet not without bitter sacrifice and tragic loss. Its warm and witty, at the same time sadder but wiser ... and uniquely unforgettable.
The effect it has upon the viewer, maximum catharsis (suggested analogy: amazing grace), can leave one torn. On one hand, normal enthusiasm to sing its praises, tell all the world about it etc. On the other, world being as is ('human condition') - because of the 'pearl of great price' aspect in this show, an almost hierophantic-like impulse can stir - to breathe no word about it to anyone, keep it quiet as if secret warranting careful protection.
One struggles to find a precedent for this highest-of-high NExperiences (like the series in entirety). I might almost compare it with - some ark that's rigorously kept out of sight, 'not for display' - in a tabernacle carefully guarded - off limits, 'no admittance' (and 'mums the word').
This bottom of this show's more-than-just-unique vessel, almost unfathomable - seems a distinct 'transcendent' quality and personal impact. If you watch it, relax, enjoy - maybe prepared. Just in case. It can touch some viewers unexpectedly, in a whole bunch of 'just right' places way down deep, well past the customary and usual contact points for story, arts and entertainment.
Just a show. Still ... I got a few little questions for the guys who conceived and made this one, if I ever get the chance. Meanwhile, bravo guys. Beyond awesome. And thanks - we needed that!
Wonderful way to spend an hour with good friends, both today and in 1908.
Did you know
- TriviaThis episode won several awards: Peabody Award for 'creating a show about people of diverse backgrounds and experiences striving to accept their differences and co-exist in the community', 3 Creative Arts Emmy Awards: one for Cinematography to Frank Prinzi, one for Art Direction (to set decorator Gene Serdena, production designer Woody Crocker and art director Kenneth Berg) and one for Editing to Thomas R. Moore, and Directors Guild of America Award (1993) for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in a Dramatic Show.
- GoofsWhen Sally is crushing berries with her feet and Abe gives her flowers, a modern car is visible driving along in the background.
- Quotes
Shelly Marie Tambo: OK. I've got peanut butter and jelly, tuna fish and one cream cheese.
[to Joel]
Shelly Marie Tambo: Sorry, I used up all your mayo.
Holling Vincoeur: What kind of jelly is this?
Shelly Marie Tambo: Mint. It's all Dr. Fleischman had.
- ConnectionsReferenced in Northern Exposure: Zarya (1994)