Subway/Pamela
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| "Subway/Pamela" | |
|---|---|
| Louie episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 2 Episode 6 |
| Directed by | Louis C.K. |
| Written by | Louis C.K. |
| Cinematography by | Paul Koestner |
| Editing by | Louis C.K. |
| Production code | XCK02008 |
| Original release date | July 28, 2011 |
| Running time | 22 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Subway/Pamela" is the sixth episode of the second season of the American comedy-drama television series Louie. It is the 19th overall episode of the series and was written and directed by Louis C.K., who also serves as the lead actor. It was released on FX on July 28, 2011.
The series follows Louie, a fictionalized version of C.K., a comedian and newly divorced father raising his two daughters in New York City. In the episode, Louie experiences a surreal trip to the subway, and also decides to profess his feelings for Pamela.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.02 million household viewers and gained a 0.6 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the segments, originality and emotional tone.
After a stand-up performance, Louie (Louis C.K.) leaves for the subway. While waiting, he sees a busker playing the violin nearby, and also witnesses a homeless person who scrubs himself with water, before boarding. Louie experiences a black-and-white version of the events, where he notices a soda-soaked seat, which he cleans with his jacket. The passengers smile at Louie, until it is revealed to be a fantasy.
Louie meets with Pamela (Pamela Adlon) for lunch, although Pamela deduces that Louie wants to impress her, making it clear she is not interested in him. During a walk, Louie professes his love for her, embarrassing her. He accompanies her home, where he leaves after Pamela asked him to take a bath inside. Outside, Louie calls Pamela again, who confirms that she impulsively asked him to take a bath with her, but now she is not interested. Louie screams in anger as he walks away.
Production
Development
The episode was written and directed by series creator and lead actor Louis C.K., marking his nineteenth writing and directing credit for the series.[1]
Writing
Originally, the subway segment involved Louie just observing and not talking with anyone, explaining "I wanted to do a whole episode that just shows me scratching in my notebook and looking at people, and seeing things happen."[2] However, some of the plans changed as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority wanted $50,000 for a specific shot, while C.K. decided to scrap two filmed scenes.[2]