: Costello attempts to jumpstart her writing career after being approached by a journalist, Sophie Fenster, to write about her life at the peep show. However, the opportunity is a ruse; Sophie publishes a "sappy sob story" instead of Costello's actual work, leading Costello to vow revenge.
: Gloria's introduction at the funeral home provides a "wild" and darkly comedic subplot, while Costello faces the immediate consequence of her failed writing deal by being fired from the peep show. Critical Analysis Rain Dogs - Season 1Eps2
: The episode highlights the complex bond between Costello and Selby. While Selby is shown as a pseudo-father figure to Iris—playing Mahjong with her and buying dinner—he also struggles with his court-mandated rehabilitation, which he dreads. : Costello attempts to jumpstart her writing career