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Good Trouble - S01E01 - DTLA
 

Good Trouble season 1 episode 1

DTLA

 
After moving to The Coterie in Downtown Los Angeles, Callie and Mariana realize that living on their own is not all that it’s cracked up to be. Faced with new neighbors, new challenges and, of course, new romances, the sisters must depend on one another to navigate the City of Angels.
 
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Good Trouble / S01E01 : DTLA
Season 1, Episode 1 | Aired on January 8, 2019 | TV-14 | 42 min. | Freeform
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EPISODES
Season 1
Season 1
Season 1
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • Good Trouble - Episode 1 - DTLA
    Episode 1
    DTLA
  • Good Trouble - Episode 2 - The Coterie
    Episode 2
    The Coterie
  • Good Trouble - Episode 3 - Allies
    Episode 3
    Allies
  • Good Trouble - Episode 4 - Playing The Game
    Episode 4
    Playing The Game
  • Good Trouble - Episode 5 - Parental Guidance Suggested
    Episode 5
    Parental Guidance Suggested
  • Good Trouble - Episode 6 - Imposter
    Episode 6
    Imposter
  • Good Trouble - Episode 7 - Swipe Right
    Episode 7
    Swipe Right
  • Good Trouble - Episode 8 - Byte Club
    Episode 8
    Byte Club
  • Good Trouble - Episode 9 - Willful Blindness
    Episode 9
    Willful Blindness
  • Good Trouble - Episode 10 - Re-Birthday
    Episode 10
    Re-Birthday
  • Good Trouble - Episode 11 - Less Than
    Episode 11
    Less Than
  • Good Trouble - Episode 12 - Broken Arted
    Episode 12
    Broken Arted
  • Good Trouble - Episode 13 - Vitamin C
    Episode 13
    Vitamin C

Good Trouble season 1 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Mariana and Callie, sisters with bright futures, move to LA for their new jobs. However, they're surprised to find their home, The Coterie, is a commune. Mariana, an MIT graduate, faces sexism and condescension in her tech startup job, while Callie, a recent law school grad, navigates the conservative bent of her federal clerkship. Amidst professional challenges, the community at The Coterie shows immense support. Personal tensions arise when Mariana confesses to an affair with Gael, Callie's co-worker crush. The sisters grapple with the complexities of their new life, debating whether to embrace communal living or seek a new path.

Full Episode S01E01 Recap

### Introduction to LA - **Mariana and Callie's Arrival**: Mariana and Callie arrive in LA, excited about their new life. Mariana boasts about her new job at a tech startup, while Callie has graduated from law school and is starting a job as a clerk for a federal judge. - **First Challenge**: Their excitement is dampened when their U-Haul gets a $250 parking ticket for being in a yellow zone, which they believed was allowed for commercial vehicles. ### Moving Into The Coterie - **The Commune Confusion**: The sisters arrive at their new home, The Palace Theater, which turns out to be a communal living space, much to their surprise and slight dismay. - **Meeting the Residents**: They meet various residents, including Alice, the manager, who explains the quirks of communal living, like shared bathrooms and the plastic coverings for leaks. ### First Night at The Coterie - **Settling In**: Mariana and Callie try to settle into their new home. They explore the communal spaces like the kitchen and lounge and meet more residents, including Malika and an intense actor rehearsing his lines. - **Discovering Communal Living**: The sisters learn the ropes of living in a community, like dealing with stolen cold brew and the dynamics of sharing spaces. ### First Day of Work - **Mariana's First Day at Speckulate**: Mariana starts her job with enthusiasm but is quickly disillusioned when she's assigned data entry instead of the engineering work she was expecting. - **Callie's First Day at the Courthouse**: Callie begins her clerkship and is advised to be cautious about giving opinions on cases without thorough analysis, a lesson she learns the hard way when Judge Wilson reprimands her for offering an uninformed opinion. ### Life at The Coterie Continues - **Adjusting to The Coterie**: The sisters continue adjusting to life at The Coterie, attending communal dinners and navigating the social dynamics of their new home. - **Professional Challenges**: Mariana faces sexism and condescension at her tech job, while Callie grapples with the conservative bent of her clerkship under Judge Wilson. ### Personal Revelations and Conflicts - **Mariana's Secret**: Mariana confesses to Callie that she had an affair with Gael, unaware initially that he was the co-worker Callie was interested in. - **Tensions Rise**: The revelation strains the sisters' relationship, with Callie feeling betrayed and Mariana regretful and conflicted. ### Community Support - **The Coterie Rallies**: Despite personal tensions, the community at The Coterie shows support for Mariana and Callie, donating furniture and household items to help them settle in. - **A Place to Call Home?**: The sisters contemplate whether to stay at The Coterie or move out, with the communal support and sense of community weighing against the challenges of communal living and personal tensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are Mariana and Callie?

Mariana and Callie are sisters who have just moved to LA, with Mariana working at a tech startup and Callie starting a clerkship for a federal judge.

What is the primary setting of the show?

The primary setting is The Coterie, a communal living space in LA where Mariana and Callie move into.

What challenges do Mariana and Callie face upon their arrival in LA?

They receive a $250 parking ticket and discover that their new home is a commune, which was unexpected.

What are the main issues Mariana faces at her new job?

Mariana is disappointed to be assigned to data entry rather than engineering tasks and faces sexism and condescension at her workplace.

How does Callie's first day at her clerkship go?

Callie's first day is challenging; she is advised to be cautious with her opinions on cases and is reprimanded by Judge Wilson for giving an uninformed opinion.

What personal revelation causes tension between Mariana and Callie?

Mariana confesses that she had an affair with Gael, not knowing initially that he was the co-worker Callie was interested in.

How does the community at The Coterie respond to Mariana and Callie's situation?

The community shows support by donating furniture and household items to help Mariana and Callie settle in.

What dilemma do Mariana and Callie face regarding their living situation?

They contemplate whether to stay at The Coterie and embrace the communal living and support, despite the challenges and personal tensions.

Who is Judge Wilson and what is his stance?

Judge Wilson is a conservative judge who Callie clerks for, known for his strict adherence to law without allowing empathy to distort his judgment.

How does Mariana handle her dissatisfaction at work?

Mariana feels humiliated after trying to pitch an app idea to the CEO and considers quitting but decides to stay and fight against the challenges.

What kind of support system exists at The Coterie?

The Coterie has a strong sense of community, with residents supporting each other through donations and social gatherings.

How do Mariana and Callie's backgrounds affect their current situation?

Their background as adopted foster kids influences their resilience and perspective on challenges, emphasizing their bond and determination to support each other.

What is the significance of the communal dinner at The Coterie?

The communal dinner showcases the supportive and interconnected community at The Coterie, highlighting the sharing of resources and social support.

What are the professional and personal challenges highlighted in the story?

Professional challenges include workplace sexism and conservative judicial clerkships, while personal challenges involve relational tensions and adjusting to communal living.

How do Mariana and Callie's personalities and choices reflect their character development?

Mariana's ambitious nature contrasts with her vulnerability at work, while Callie's pursuit of justice in her clerkship showcases her commitment to her values, reflecting complex character development.

 
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