Ep 13. Rosario Dawson/Fleet Foxes
- TV14
- January 17, 2009
- 54 min
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5.8 (121)
Rosario Dawson, an actress known for her roles in movies like Sin City and Men in Black II, hosted the 13th episode of Saturday Night Live's 34th season. The musical guest for the night were Fleet Foxes, the indie folk band from Seattle.
The episode opened with a parody of MSNBC's Countdown with Keith Olbermann, featuring Jason Sudeikis as Olbermann. In this segment, he addressed various current events and political controversies such as the economic stimulus package and the use of waterboarding by the CIA.
Later on, in a sketch titled "The Cougar Den," a group of middle-aged women including Rosario Dawson, Fred Armisen, Kristen Wiig, and Amy Poehler, discussed their love lives and attraction towards younger men. This sketch featured several humorous moments and witty exchanges between the characters.
The show then took a more serious turn as Jason Sudeikis and Darrell Hammond played doctors in a sketch about the healthcare industry. This sketch highlighted the difficulties and complexity surrounding the healthcare system in the United States.
Another notable sketch was a parody of the popular game show Jeopardy. In this sketch, Will Ferrell reprised his impersonation of contestant Alex Trebek, while other cast members impersonated various celebrities including Sean Connery (played by Darrell Hammond), Burt Reynolds (played by Norm Macdonald), and French Stewart (played by Jimmy Fallon). The sketch was a hit with audiences and became one of the most memorable sketches of the night.
The episode also featured several musical performances by Fleet Foxes, who played their hit songs "Mykonos" and "Blue Ridge Mountains." Their unique sound and style was a refreshing change of pace from the typical musical guests on the show.
Overall, the 13th episode of Saturday Night Live's 34th season was a success, featuring a mix of both comedic and serious sketches. Rosario Dawson's performance as host was well-received by audiences, and Fleet Foxes provided an excellent musical accompaniment to the show.
