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Portlandia - S02E03 - Cool Wedding
 

Portlandia season 2 episode 3

Cool Wedding

 
Militant bike messenger Spyke and his fiancée Iris strive for non-conformity in their upcoming nuptials; Carrie drops her beloved iPhone, and her life flashes before her eyes; Two overly-polite drivers come to a standstill at an intersection when neither wants to be the first to go; A grocery shopper (Jack McBrayer) finds scorn when he forgets his reusable shopping bag; A bestselling author (Shoreh Agadashloo) visits the feminist bookstore to do a book-reading.
 
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Portlandia / S02E03 : Cool Wedding
Season 2, Episode 3 | Aired on January 20, 2012 | TV-14 | 25 min. | IFC
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  • Portlandia - Episode 4 - Grover
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  • Portlandia - Episode 5 - Cops Redesign
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  • Portlandia - Episode 6 - Cat Nap
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  • Portlandia - Episode 7 - Motorcycle
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  • Portlandia - Episode 8 - Feminist Bookstore's 10th Anniversary
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Portlandia season 2 episode 3 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Carrie eagerly awaits her new phone. A group incorrectly identifies an Apollo mission during a quiz. Brunch plans are made, but a sudden gunshot interrupts. Iris and Spyke plan a non-traditional wedding, clashing with conventional ideas. A comedic standoff occurs over road courtesy, leading to a minor crash. A man forgets his grocery bag, causing overreactions. During a book signing, Spyke and Iris struggle with printing issues. Tensions rise during their wedding rehearsal. A movie buff conversation leads to a cursed film viewing. Post-breakup, a couple humorously 'drafts' their friends. At a trivia night, a rekindled relationship brings a couple back together.

Full Episode S02E03 Recap

### Phone Excitement and Apollo Quiz - Carrie receives a phone call while eagerly waiting for her new phone. - A man quizzes Carrie and others about the Apollo program's missions. ### Brunch Plans and Unexpected Incident - The group discusses brunch options, deciding on Fisherman's Porch. - An accidental gunshot occurs, shocking everyone. ### Wedding Planning with a Twist - Iris and Spyke meet with a wedding planner, expressing their unconventional ideas. - They reject traditional wedding elements, seeking something unique and non-traditional. ### Road Courtesy Standoff - A comedic standoff ensues with drivers insisting the other go first. - Escalating politeness leads to an absurd stalemate and eventually a minor crash. ### Grocery Bag Forgetfulness - A man forgets his grocery bag, leading to a comedic overreaction from the store staff. - He becomes increasingly frustrated with the absurdity of the situation. ### Book Signing Misunderstanding - Spyke and Iris host a book signing with author Nelofar Jamshidi. - They struggle with printing issues and misunderstand Jamshidi's advice. ### Rehearsal Unification Ceremony - The rehearsal for Iris and Spyke's wedding shows their non-conformity. - Tensions arise over the wedding details and Spyke momentarily cancels the wedding. ### Movie Buff Encounter - A movie buff conversation leads to a recommendation of "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari." - The film is watched under duress, revealing a curse that passes to the next viewer. ### Dividing Friends After a Breakup - A couple splits their friends post-breakup in a mock 'draft' style. - They navigate the emotional challenges of dividing their shared social circle. ### Trivia Night Reconnection - Chad and a woman reconnect at a trivia night, reminiscing and rekindling their relationship. - They express their feelings and decide to get back together.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main reason for Carrie's excitement at the beginning of the episode?

Carrie was excited about getting her new phone.

Which Apollo mission was incorrectly identified as the program's second A-type mission?

Apollo 9 was mistakenly identified, but the correct answer is Apollo 6.

What is the name of the brunch place chosen by the characters?

The brunch place is called Fisherman's Porch.

How do Iris and Spyke want their wedding to be different?

They want an unconventional, non-traditional wedding that rejects typical wedding elements.

What incident occurs during the discussion about brunch?

An accidental gunshot happens, surprising the group.

What caused the standoff between the drivers?

Each driver insisted the other go first, leading to a courteous standoff.

What did the man forget at the grocery store, causing a commotion?

He forgot his grocery bag.

What issue do Spyke and Iris face during their book signing?

They struggle with printer problems and misunderstand advice about printing.

What is the curse associated with watching "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari"?

The curse passes to the next viewer once someone watches the film.

How do the characters decide who gets which friends after their breakup?

They conduct a mock 'draft' to divide their friends.

What is the movie that the movie buff recommends?

The movie recommended is "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari."

How do Iris and Spyke's wedding plans reflect their personalities?

Their wedding plans are unique and non-conformist, reflecting their unconventional personalities.

What resolution occurs at the trivia night?

Chad and a woman rekindle their relationship and decide to get back together.

What problem arises during the rehearsal unification ceremony?

Tensions arise over wedding details, leading Spyke to momentarily cancel the wedding.

What type of food do the characters consider for their event?

They consider having sweet bowls, inspired by a trip to Thailand.

 
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