Ep 20. Gossip
- TVPG
- April 29, 2007
- 43 min
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8.2 (663)
In the Desperate Housewives season 3 episode 20, titled "Gossip," the residents of Wisteria Lane are dealing with the aftermath of their secrets being exposed. The episode revolves around the idea of gossip and how it can spread like wildfire, causing damage to everyone in its path.
The episode begins with Bree Van de Kamp, who is furious after discovering that her husband, Orson, has been keeping a secret from her. She confronts him about it, but he denies everything. Meanwhile, Lynette Scavo is struggling with her pregnancy and is forced to take bed rest. As she is stuck at home, she starts to obsess over the rumors that are circulating about her family, which leads to her confronting her neighbor, Mrs. McCluskey.
Gabrielle Solis, on the other hand, is dealing with the fallout from her affair with Carlos. She is worried about being discovered, as the only person who knows about it is their gardener, John. When John starts to spread rumors about the affair, Gabby attempts to buy his silence. Susan Mayer has a different approach to dealing with the gossip. She tries to ignore it and hopes that it will eventually blow over. However, this approach proves to be ineffective, as the rumors continue to spread.
As the episode progresses, the gossip and rumors spiral out of control. The residents of Wisteria Lane become paranoid and begin to turn on each other. No one can be trusted, and everyone is a suspect. The episode comes to a climax when a fire breaks out in one of the houses, which only serves to heighten the tension and paranoia amongst the characters.
Overall, "Gossip" is an exciting and dramatic episode that showcases the complexities of human relationships. The show's writers do an excellent job of exploring the various ways that people deal with gossip and rumors. Some try to ignore it, while others become obsessed with it. Ultimately, the episode serves as a reminder that gossip can be incredibly damaging, and the best course of action is often to confront it head-on rather than letting it fester.
