This sixth season is heating up so no wonder Artie is spending less time in the kitchen as his restaurant is suffering. John Ventimiglia is wonderful as Artie and shows an amazing range as he wises off to Tony, becomes jealous of his new hostess, and even shockingly beats up one of Tony's guys. Tony is still his friend through it all and even gives him advice that is hurtful but true. Tony also lets Christopher go to California for a meeting. Christopher is still plugging away with a bad script and Little Carmine finds himself equally as clueless in the world of film. Ben Kingsley is hilarious as himself constantly bothered by Christopher who goes completely off the wagon and even slugs Lauren Bacall, in a wonderful cameo. You can also say farewell to Rusty who gets blown away in his car by two of Tony's hit men from Italy. Tony even wisely denies putting the hit out as we also see Phil's anger at Vito brewing. Very well acted and directed episode. I just hope the momentum continues because so far this season has had it all.
Review of Luxury Lounge
