EPISODE 1: Casual Encounters (13:47)


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Les and Bernard adjust to life in close quarters. Bernard tries to exploit an opportunity with Eden, while Les discovers the seedy side of craigslist.

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32 comments on “EPISODE 1: Casual Encounters (13:47)
  1. Can I have Bernard’s cardigan?

  2. Kalli says:

    love it!

  3. Dan Rona says:

    Awesome!

  4. andrew & louise says:

    Great writing. Funny stuff! Can’t wait to see more even though we have a vested interest.

    Erin’s parents.

  5. Joseph Daniels says:

    Wow.Good stuff! I know some of the guys and they are very talented people very nice and they love what they do.

  6. dudelookslikealady says:

    OH MAN SOFA FALL THAT”S COMEDY!

  7. naomi says:

    I cant wait until the next episode comes out, it will be the best b-day gift. Thanks!

  8. Iris says:

    Great job, guys! I loved it! Mazal tov on the launch. Can’t wait for the next one.

  9. Jim says:

    Very captivating.

  10. A++

    can’t wait for part 2!

    ;)

  11. Tim says:

    Great start

  12. Will says:

    love it, looking forward to the rest

  13. A bunch o' us says:

    Greetings Bitter End-ers!
    We are a bunch of college theater students, and today our teacher exposed us to your ‘Mirror’ cover story. After he read the article out loud, we kicked back and watched your episode. Just to let you know, you had an audience of 20 watching your first episode. We all had different opinions, but overall we thought you did a fabulous job. Lookin’ forward to Episode 2!

    If you want more detailed feedback, we have left a contact e-mail.

    Sincerely,
    A bunch o’ us :D

  14. Terri says:

    Very funny – Looking forward to Episode 2 and seeing Erin!

  15. Shirley says:

    So it’s Thursday I’m thinking great The Bitter End is on.
    But I have to wait another week.
    Not so great, every week would be better.
    Loved it.

  16. Clara says:

    Bernard has the best t-shirts. Awesome 1st episode!

  17. Morag says:

    Hey guys thats really funny!!!! it great to see your work from so far away.

  18. Marika says:

    Hey I’m a friend of Steph Beirne’s and she recommended this site to me. Thank god cuz it was hysterical!! Looking forward to seeing more!

  19. David Levy says:

    Great job guys! acting superb, comedy superb!

  20. Brianna says:

    Insanely funny. like… so amazing.

  21. Rock Handsome says:

    Amazing shit. Montreal no-budget television is the future of the internet. Along with SlapChop remixes, and Jingle Cat Youtube videos of course.

  22. Usually the Internet sucks balls, but over here, this part… was pretty cool.

    Great music, loved the ending.

  23. salsa says:

    love it, love the sofa bit!

  24. stacey says:

    just discovered you guys. you’re funny.

  25. alex says:

    Did he say “Agent Scully” or “Asian Scully”??

  26. sisi says:

    Hey!!! I love this show… Btw I believe that couch once belonged to a friend of mine…Cazz…

  27. John says:

    Heard you guys on CBC Radio and have watched all 6 episodes, Fantastic stuff!! Love the show, glad it’s available to watch from Australia rather than restricted just to Canada/USA.

    Keep up the great work guys and gals and hope to see more!

  28. Xtian Bretz says:

    Hey! I found this on Tubefilter and I actually really found this entertaining and funny. Totally gonna watch all the episodes now. Well done!

  29. Hey – Love you show. We’d love to have you on Strike.TV!

    Please give a call. 310.717.3091

    Best,
    Peter Hyoguchi
    CEO, Strike.TV

  30. Jolene says:

    I think you guys are awesome!…heard about your show from a friend, and I’ve told loads of people about you! Vancouver’s watching ;)

  31. Amazing job Brent! I just watched the whole thing in one sitting..very easily!
    You guys should be very proud of how much you have done so far. I hope to see more of this.
    It gave me a real Montreal/Emotional/Poetic feel.. very familiar..sound tracks perfect .. funny shit so many of us can relate to.
    please make more! -Nadine

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EPISODES

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  • EPISODE 1:
    Casual Encounters
    Les and Bernard adjust to life in close quarters. Bernard tries to exploit an opportunity with Eden, Les discovers the seedy side of craigslist.
  • EPISODE 2:
    Second Chances
    Bernard sees a chance to get close to Eden at her slam poetry night. Les gets a shot at his dream job.
  • EPISODE 3:
    Sure Thing
    Depressed over his failures with Eden, Bernard finds comfort online. Meanwhile, passions are ablaze at Les' first week of nightschool.
  • EPISODE 4:
    Action

    Bernard makes a bold move at Eden's birthday party. Les tries to inject some excitement into his life.
  • EPISODE 5:
    The Victor

    Les is shocked by revelations about Ashley, and Eden's attempt to advance Bernard's writing career leads to an encounter with his dark side.
  • EPISODE 6:
    Business Trip

    During a visit to their parents', Les is in dire need of his father's endorsement, and Bernard takes desperate measures to please Eden.
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