The Sincerest Form of Flattery

Episode aired Mar 4, 2018
TV-MATV-MA
54m

8.8/10

S1.E7

Drama Sci-Fi Thriller

Clare's past is revealed. Quayle suffers through his own birthday party.Clare's past is revealed. Quayle suffers through his own birthday party.Clare's past is revealed. Quayle suffers through his own birthday party.

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Director
- Alik Sakharov
Writers
- Justin Marks
- Gianna Sobol(story editor)
Stars

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Videos2

Trailer 0:26

Counterpart: The Sincerest Form of Flattery

Featurette 1:57

Counterpart: Inside the World of Counterpart: The Sincerest Form of Flattery

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Trivia
The title of this episode comes from the proverbial expression, "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery." It is a proverbial expression that dates from the early 19th century, although versions of it existed well before then. An expanded paraphrase by Oscar Wilde (1854 - 1900): "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness." [02.17.2020]

Quotes
Mariel: [gruffly] You're not some stupid little girl who gets to make friends boyfriends and hopes and dreams. You are a soldier. If that makes you angry, think of who took it from you and focus on that.
Young Clare: [grimaces but doesn't cry]
Mariel: Congratulations.
Young Clare: For what?
Mariel: You're truly suffering now. It's beautiful. It means you're growing.

Soundtracks
I'll Make It Easy
Written by Cal Wayman
Performed by The Incredibles

Top review

It's all making perfect sense, now!

A lot was explained in this episode. The series has definitely proven itself as exceptional sci fi, and I look forward to a long life and many years ahead with it.

Unfortunately, too many critics and faux sci fi aficionados are too dumb to get the better books, movies, and series, expecting only lasers and space explosions for their attention...

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