Mad Men season 2 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Don Draper considers a 1962 Coupe de Ville at a dealership, representing his growing status. At Sterling Cooper, discussions revolve around the Martinson Coffee campaign and office politics, including the intrigue about Mr. Cooper's new painting. Ken Cosgrove's dinner party exposes personal aspirations and domestic tensions. The episode culminates in a party at the Stork Club, where undercurrents of conflict surface among Don, Betty, and the Barretts, underscoring the complexity of Don's professional triumphs and personal life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What car does Don Draper consider buying at the dealership?
A 1962 Coupe de Ville.
Who is the salesman at the Cadillac dealership?
Wayne Kirkby.
Which advertising agency does Don Draper represent?
Sterling Cooper.
Who sent Don Draper to the Cadillac dealership?
Roger Sterling.
What is the key discussion topic at Sterling Cooper regarding the Martinson Coffee campaign?
The contrast between new and traditional marketing approaches.
Who gets fired for breaking into Mr. Cooper's office?
Jane, Don Draper's secretary.
What is the central theme of Ken Cosgrove's dinner party?
Ken's story, his aspirations, and his wife Kitty's feelings of exclusion.
What event does Don Draper plan to attend with his new Cadillac?
Jimmy Barrett's TV show party.
What underlying conflicts are hinted at during the Stork Club party?
Tensions between Don, Betty, and the Barretts.
What advice does Sterling give Don regarding business and power?
To treat advertising as part of a bigger business and understand the importance of philanthropy for gaining power.
What does Don's purchase of the Cadillac symbolize?
His ascent in business and social status.
Who discusses the Martinson Coffee account at Sterling Cooper?
Peggy and the team.
What painting causes intrigue at the Sterling Cooper office?
Mr. Cooper's new painting.
What feelings does Kitty Cosgrove express at the dinner party?
She feels excluded and overlooked by her husband Ken.
How does the episode portray Don Draper's professional and personal life?
It shows his professional success and complex personal relationships, highlighted by his Cadillac purchase and interactions at the Stork Club.