Thelma attempts to navigate her husband Darryl's abrasive personality while secretly planning a weekend getaway. The scene highlights their dysfunctional dynamic and Darryl's dismissive attitude toward his wife.
THELMA: You want anything special for dinner?
DARRYL: No, Thelma, I don't give a shit what we have for dinner. I may not even make it home for dinner. You know how Fridays are.
THELMA: Funny how so many people wanna buy carpet on a Friday night. You'd almost think they'd want to forget about it for
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