It’s all there, right from the start. Seven years later, the
introduction to “Mad Men” still holds up as one of the series’ best episodes.
It stems from Jon Hamm’s incredible presence, solidifying Don Draper as a force
to be reckoned with, but with deep-rooted weaknesses, too. The episode
establishes Don as a man who sells products to a society he doesn’t actually
feel a part of. Almost every scene is perfect, though looking back the
interaction between Don and Pete, particularly Don’s reprimand of Pete’s
behavior toward Peggy, seems a touch off. Overall, though, “Mad Men” came storming
out of the gates and concluded with an amazing twist—Don Draper is married and
lives in the suburbs with his wife and kids.
Best Scene: The
Lucky Strike pitch. “It’s Toasted,” indeed.
Best Line: Don to
Pete: “Let’s take it a little slower. I don’t want to wake up pregnant.”
Grade: A+
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