Ep 2. She Messy
- June 7, 2019
In Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City season 1 episode 2 titled "She Messy," Mary Ann adjusts to her new life in San Francisco. She becomes friends with her eccentric landlady, Anna Madrigal, and meets new people at a party thrown by her boss, Edgar Halcyon.
Meanwhile, Mona's love life gets complicated as she starts dating two men at the same time. One of them, D'orothea, a transgender woman, catches Mona's eye with her charisma and confidence. Mona starts to question her own identity and what she truly wants in life.
Brian, Mary Ann's best friend from Cleveland, visits her in San Francisco and crashes with Michael. The two have a tension-filled encounter as Michael resents Brian for not coming out to him in the past. However, they eventually reconcile and bond over their shared love for Mary Ann.
Anna Madrigal's secret past is hinted at when she shares a story about a wild party at her house with a group of her tenants. Mary Ann and Mona are intrigued by Anna and start to investigate her past.
Overall, "She Messy" sets the stage for the rest of the season with its mix of humor, drama, and queer representation. The episode explores themes of self-discovery and acceptance as the characters navigate their new lives in San Francisco. It also hints at the mysteries and secrets that lie ahead, building anticipation for what's to come.
