Cucumber, Banana & Tofu: Episode 7

After the haunting tone and shocking conclusion of the previous episode of Cucumber, this has a bit of a calmer pace and a more light hearted tone, so it might feel like a bit of a let down, but it really isn't. There were plenty of memorable moments. Lance's funeral was interesting to watch, starting with the sombre greeting of guests, to the hilarious scene of everyone heading to the toilet to check for hairs on their cocks, and finally with Henry breaking down into tears over Lance. Then there was the scene in the car, which started out as a comedy with Henry, Dean and Freddie chasing after Aiden and ended with Henry and Dean confessing about their sexual problems while we find out that Freddie is uncomfortable talking about his brother Christopher. At the end we finally find out what was wrong with the flat as they are all kicked out. Fortunately, everyone uses Lance and Henry's old house. The final scene with the cast of Cucumber and Banana all coming together was heart warming. Of course there's still one more episode to go, and there are still bound to be troubles ahead.

In terms of tone, Cucumber and Banana swapped places this week, and it was Banana's turn to be downbeat. This one focused on the good looking but arrogant Aiden who is pursued  by the weedier, not so good looking, Frank, after a threesome. Aiden might seem harsh to Frank, but he is also being honest. Frank was nice and funny in some ways you could understand why Aiden wouldn't want to stay with him. This was a sad but realistic view of life.  Good looking people and average looking people don't mix. At the end of the day, if you're not good looking, chances are you will have to settle for second best in life.

This week's Tofu, was all about grindr and meeting up, the building of profiles.  The black and white sketch with the old people talking in grindr conversation was funny, even if similar things have been done by various other sources.

Only one more episode for each show. It'll be sad to say goodbye to these three shows. I've enjoyed them all and hopefully they'll all go out on a high.