Wow... this show gets under my skin (in a good way). I think I could write a whole essay on just Paul and the envelope!
But first, I was surprised that Laura's so blatantly using Alex that even Alex can tell she's interested in someone else.
Back to the envelope... things I found interesting (from a symbolic pov) was how in the middle of the session with Alex, Paul moves the envelop off his endtable, to right next to him on the chair... as if he was trying to be closer to her.
I also liked that the envelop was not sealed but the flap tucked inside to keep the contents secure, as if to say that Laura is easily accessible to Paul if he makes the small effort. (And yes I took too many film theory classes in college)
Also at the end when he does open up the envelop he pulls out what looks to be a check but he looks inside again... what's Paul looking for? A note from her?
I was not at all surprised at Laura's seduction of Alex -- it is a way to take a slap at Paul, as she has done in the past with Andrew. This is how she operates with men. And it wouldn't have happened had it not been something she thought would matter to Paul.
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