Lessons in Chemistry: Calvin’s Book

November 17, 2023 1:33 PM - Season 1, Episode 7

The chapters of Calvin's life shed light on the mysteries of his past.
posted by ellieBOA (7 comments total)

"We are for each other. That sums up the whole damn universe, don't you say?"
"I had no idea you were Calvin's Elizabeth."
"Some things defy empirical evidence."

I like how even though Calvin is dead, this show keeps having him live on and on.
posted by jenfullmoon at 11:41 AM on November 18, 2023 [1 favorite]

I loved the slow melancholy of this episode. We all knew what was coming for Calvin, and its inevitability really tugged at me.
posted by BlahLaLa at 7:05 PM on November 18, 2023 [1 favorite]

Calvin's OK but I like Elizabeth better. More of her please!
posted by chavenet at 4:05 AM on November 20, 2023

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posted by ellieBOA at 1:29 PM on November 20, 2023

I totally did not pick up that Young Calvin was involved in a hooch operation.
posted by jenfullmoon at 3:30 PM on November 20, 2023 [1 favorite]

Me neither!
posted by ellieBOA at 4:40 PM on November 20, 2023

Calvin's transformation from lonely bitterness to profound love and commitment to another person is beautiful to watch. I am reminded of Rochester in Jane Eyre and coming from me that's high praise indeed. Gorgeously written and acted.

I am so grateful that someone in another online community hipped me to this show.
posted by rabia.elizabeth at 1:59 AM on December 22, 2023 [2 favorites]