This is probably my favorite Curb episode, but that line from the Palestinian woman might be my favorite line of all time.... especially with Larry's friend sitting downstairs with his yarmulke on listening to it all. Also the line, F_ _ _ Me Jew Bastard. Who would come up with these except Larry David.
Reminded me of when Jaime Pressly told Howard Stern (as an insult) that he looked like he was "Slapped With The Yarmulke"
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Larry at his best
Wasim_Khalili13 January 2022
l.o.l.
jotix10023 August 2011
Warning: Spoilers
The power of observation of Larry David translates into sometimes caustic accounts of what he perceives as not real. The way he deals with an issue is the basis of what is seen in his award winning series "Curb Your Enthusiasm". Take the show titled "The Palestinian Chicken", as an example for the way his mind works.
There are many ideas running through the episode. The delicious chicken from a Middle Eastern restaurant serves as a metaphor for the way each group not even living in the countries with the tensions bring their own prejudices home, where democracy rules anyone is entitled to make a living and be where they can afford to be.
The other theme is about Larry's observations as how people behave. His bluntness gets him always in trouble, but on the other hand, saying it like he sees him, does not make him, or anyone else a popular person. It is much better not to approach someone with constructive criticism. Most people do not take kindly to them, even if it is for their own good.
A great episode in the 2011 season. Written by Larry David, Alec Berg, David Mandel, Jeff Schaffer, and directed with an excellent timing by Robert Weide, who has been involved with the program. All the regulars are perfect in their roles. Also there are good appearances by the guest stars.
There are many ideas running through the episode. The delicious chicken from a Middle Eastern restaurant serves as a metaphor for the way each group not even living in the countries with the tensions bring their own prejudices home, where democracy rules anyone is entitled to make a living and be where they can afford to be.
The other theme is about Larry's observations as how people behave. His bluntness gets him always in trouble, but on the other hand, saying it like he sees him, does not make him, or anyone else a popular person. It is much better not to approach someone with constructive criticism. Most people do not take kindly to them, even if it is for their own good.
A great episode in the 2011 season. Written by Larry David, Alec Berg, David Mandel, Jeff Schaffer, and directed with an excellent timing by Robert Weide, who has been involved with the program. All the regulars are perfect in their roles. Also there are good appearances by the guest stars.
The perfect episode.
plutnhoj-260-18159326 October 2021
Every scene is perfection- the performances, the pacing, Larry David came up with the outline for the perfect TV episode. So relevant in terms of the cultural subplot and every performance hits the mark. I'll always be coming back to this for laughs.
Beyond Amazing
jonathancono22 July 2021
The best Curb (even Larry thinks so)!
andyrichtx31 March 2024
Warning: Spoilers
Tonight is the showing of Curb's penultimate episode - based on previous weeks of this final season, not expecting that much in the last two (hope I'm wrong).
The end of the line made me think of the best of Curb, specifically, the Palestinian Chicken.
Anne Bedian was OUTSTANDING as the sultry Shara. That sexy sashay in the restaurant walking away from LD - what man WOULDN'T abandon his roots for her? (Well, maybe Funkhouser, since he was under the influence of his female rabbi at the time).
The interplay between David and Einstein was unparalleled (on both sides - Marty declaring the friendship was hanging bu a thread; Larry mock freaking out when the Funkman's yarmulke hit the floor).
Sammi proved the Susie side of her genes was dominant; Susie getting HYSTERICAL over the perceived inappropriateness of a joke; Larry Miller, Maggie Wheeler and (especially) Jason Kravits having nice guest spots.
But at the end of this episode (and of the series), what remains timeless is the classic rift that Anne Bedian caused between Larry and the late, great Bob Einstein, both in the post-coital foyer and the grand opening parking lot.
Without a doubt (IMHO), Curb's finest!
The end of the line made me think of the best of Curb, specifically, the Palestinian Chicken.
Anne Bedian was OUTSTANDING as the sultry Shara. That sexy sashay in the restaurant walking away from LD - what man WOULDN'T abandon his roots for her? (Well, maybe Funkhouser, since he was under the influence of his female rabbi at the time).
The interplay between David and Einstein was unparalleled (on both sides - Marty declaring the friendship was hanging bu a thread; Larry mock freaking out when the Funkman's yarmulke hit the floor).
Sammi proved the Susie side of her genes was dominant; Susie getting HYSTERICAL over the perceived inappropriateness of a joke; Larry Miller, Maggie Wheeler and (especially) Jason Kravits having nice guest spots.
But at the end of this episode (and of the series), what remains timeless is the classic rift that Anne Bedian caused between Larry and the late, great Bob Einstein, both in the post-coital foyer and the grand opening parking lot.
Without a doubt (IMHO), Curb's finest!
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