Rerun -124: See Ya with Elizabeth Meriwether
The Mess Around with Hannah and Lamorne
Deep Dive
Why did Nick drive the guys to the desert in the season one finale?
Nick drove to the desert due to a combination of pre-move jitters and a subconscious desire to avoid going to Caroline's apartment, even though he hadn't yet realized he was in love with Jess.
What was the inspiration behind the desert setting for the season one finale?
Elizabeth Meriwether, the show's creator, was drawn to the visual of Nick setting up his entire room in the desert and the overall vibe of the group stranded there, symbolizing their apprehension about moving forward.
Why was the coyote in the desert scene not scary?
The coyote, named Comanche, was actually quite small and friendly, not at all menacing. Hissing sounds were added in post-production to enhance the intended scariness.
Which guest stars requested to be on New Girl?
Prince, through his manager, requested to be on the show. Taylor Swift's appearance was facilitated by her expressing enjoyment of the show to Hannah Simone. Taye Diggs also expressed interest in being on the show.
What were the cast and crew's favorite snacks on set?
Lamorne Morris favored cashews and mini Snickers, Hannah Simone enjoyed Cheez-Its initially, then switched to apples and peanut butter with Martinelli's apple juice. Liz Meriwether primarily relied on coffee to stay awake.
Why was Hannah Simone put on a rocket with a man in a suggestive pose?
The scene was intended to make Schmidt feel insecure, although the creators acknowledge the potentially problematic nature of the imagery in retrospect.
Is it true there's a bear hidden in every episode of New Girl?
While not intentionally placed in every episode, the recurring bear motif likely stems from the creator's fondness for the word "bear" and its comedic potential, as exemplified by a moment in the pilot episode.
- The season one finale of New Girl features a convoluted plot involving the main characters ending up in the desert.
- The episode's narrative is described as having 'holes' and being 'convoluted'.
- The characters' emotional states and relationships are explored, particularly Jess and Nick's unspoken feelings.
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