Here, they revisit episode 5 of season 5.
Joshua Malina: Hey dude.
Scott Foley: Dude.
Credit: Craig Sjodin/ABC
JM: So … 505, also known as You Got Served.
This episode was directed by a first-timer, Kevin Bray.
I really liked working with him.
He was confident and quick, two qualities I appreciate in a director.
Theres so much to keep track of in the world ofScandal.
It seems like a daunting task to step in cold and direct an episode.
When that happens, I call my dad.
I use him generally as my external hard drive of information, and this extends toScandal.
I know that I can call him with a question, and hell be able to set me straight.
SF: Yknow, you could probably pose yourScandal-related questions to the writing staff.
JM: I suppose so, but Id rather interact with my dad.
In addition to answering my queries, hell usually tell me that I look thin.
I dont get that kind of positive feedback from the writing staff.
People often ask me whether Id be interested in directing an episode of the show.
SF: Dont forget your inability to focus.
JM: Im sorry.
What were we discussing?
SF: See what we did there?
JM: Funny, funny stuff.
Are you prepping to direct an episode?
Its not until the end of February, so Ive got a bit of time.
JM: I look forward to it.
Ill be easy to work with, I promise.
SF: Now … 505!
Theres a whole lot that happens in this episode.
You actually figure quite prominently into it as a matter of fact; well done, sir!
Did I look thin?
SF: For me this episode was all about that speech that Liv gives.
Its such a great bit of writing and KW did, as always, a fantastic job with it.
And the phone call to Cyrus from Fitz at the end!
I almost forgot: Leo Bergen!
The show just gets better for me every time he pops up on screen.
I am a big Paul Adelstein fan.
I know that you dont watch the show, but what were the high points for you?
JM: For me the real high point of the episode was when I got paid.
My path only crosses theirs occasionally, and I always enjoy it.
You know, together they are known as Olitz.
SF: I did know that.
Well, thats all Ive got.
Ill venture to dig deeper for our next blog.
