The Girlfriend Experience (2016–…): Season 2, Episode 1 - Erica & Anna: Leverage - full transcript
Erica Myles, the finance director at Right To Action, a Republican super PAC, enlists the help of an escort, Anna Garner, in an attempt to gain access to a secret, dark money donor network.
All he does is just talk about
his record in the State Senate.
He talks it to fucking death,
and nobody gives a shit.
Hi.
Yeah, we've wasted 12 million
propping him up, and we're done.
He's a failure.
Fuck him.
Yeah. I'll call you later.
Anyone notice you in the lobby?
- No.
- You sure?
- Yes. Why?
- Just checking.
Is everything okay?
Doesn't matter.
Too much of him,
not enough of you.
- You want a drink?
- No, I'm good, thanks.
Here.
Hm, you know...
...I can tell by your outfit
that you're happy to see me.
Tell me what I wanna hear.
It's just us.
You and me.
The outside world doesn't exist.
Hmm.
Come here.
You are so beautiful.
You're like a drug...
...and I'm fucking addicted.
How does that feel?
How does that feel?
Hard.
Here, get on your knees
and suck it.
You like sucking my cock, huh?
You little fucking slut.
Don't you, huh?
- Huh?
- Yes.
- Yeah. Why?
- It feels good in my mouth.
Swallow it.
Next time...
...bring one of your friends
along.
Someone really fuckin' hot.
I'm getting bored of this.
Sure, that sounds like fun.
We're pulling the plug.
Strickland's been floundering
in the polls for weeks.
They're projecting 32 percent.
He was talking moderate
when he should've been
yelling hard-line.
We told them to pivot,
but Bradley didn't listen
she just told him
whatever he wanted to hear.
And he's got
no fuckin' personality.
People want emotion.
They want someone to look up to.
Fuck Molina. Stormont
is ruling in our favor.
Even if Molina files an appeal
there won't be a decision
until after the midterms.
She can't fuckin' touch us.
Okay.
Hey. Strickland's done.
We're pulling out.
We haven't decided,
but believe me
we're gonna leverage it
for all it's worth.
What's the latest on Strickland?
Novak's withholding.
The Kane Foundation
just cancelled
three million in ad buys.
So, they're conceding Michigan?
It's hard to know for sure.
They may be waiting to see
if Strickland gains traction
before committing more resources
or they may decide
to reallocate.
- And support who?
- Gerring? Bremner?
Possibly, Gerring
is more aligned with Kane
but it will be hard
to turn Wisconsin.
We're committed
to raising $50 million
by the end of the month,
and as of Friday
we're 12 million behind.
We can't afford to wait.
Sussman's and McCord's
campaigns are spending money
faster than it's comin' in,
and now, it looks like
Novak is pulling his support
from Strickland,
and what are we doin' about it?
Waitin' to see how it plays out?
We need to access Novak's donors
before he redirects their cash.
- Hey.
- Hi, you called?
Yeah. I have something for you.
We should meet. How about
the plaza in an hour?
- Hey. Sorry I'm late.
- It's fine.
- How are you?
- Good.
What is it?
Novak is dumping Strickland
and Stormont's gonna
rule against Molina
in favor of Novak
and the Kane Foundation.
- How'd you find out?
- Novak's seeing an escort.
She recorded him while he was
on the phone, earlier today.
She, she wouldn't give me
a copy, but I heard it.
Is she seeing him
on a regular basis?
Can you... get her
to keep recording him?
- He is a conservative.
- I know.
Our client base
are conservatives.
If word ever leaked,
it could damage our business.
I've already gone out
on a limb with this.
What if I doubled your rate?
Okay, this makes me very uneasy.
I... I don't have a personal
vendetta against Novak.
Oh, come on, Matt.
I-I did this as a favor for you
so you could get a jump
on Strickland's donors.
Then set up the meeting.
I'll deal with her directly.
- I have to think about it.
- There's no time.
Okay.
Let me know soon.
I'll call you.
Salinas is going to attack you
on your record as a senator
so it's important that you play
to people's emotions
not their intellect.
Play up your family background
your hard work,
your rise to success.
And don't forget that
you have the best card possible.
Your state has a strong economy
that you helped build.
- Okay?
- All right.
Let's try it again.
Senator McCord
...you've said in the past
that while you believe
in decreased regulation
you also believe
that the government has a duty
to implement a series
of checks and balances
in order to rein businesses in.
Can you, uh, please discuss
how this stance
will affect
the ordinary citizens of Ohio?
Oh, first of all,
I never said that.
I would never want
to rein businesses in.
And before
successfully winning...
Jim. Did you get my message?
Did you hear the recording?
No, but Cusick did,
and I trust him.
We've got to move now
more than ever
especially if Stormont
is ruling against Molina.
I'm gonna set up
a meeting with Novak.
That's a waste of time.
Kane isn't gonna back
McCord or Sussman.
We both know that,
they're too moderate
and Kane wants someone
he can own.
I still want to meet
with Novak, feel him out.
See if we can win him over.
It's one meeting.
Fine.
There's no way
I'm supporting McCord.
He's a traitor.
His support of increased oil
and gas regulation
is against everything
we believe in.
He's pro-EPA, just like
his friends across the aisle.
I'd rather
jump off this building.
And Sussman? The latest
in Virginia has him tied.
Uh, he's not committed
to a free market.
I think we'll go through an
initial phase of holding back.
If Gerring gains traction
in Wisconsin and comes around
then we can step in
and make a deal.
Our donors may start
to realign on their own.
They won't. They'll do
exactly as I tell them to.
See, my wife would like me
to give this up altogether
but who else is gonna
save this country?
Compromise isn't
in our interest.
Hey.
Thanks for coming.
- You're not staying?
- I can't.
I have to be somewhere soon.
- Do you want a drink?
- I'm fine, thanks.
I thought we'd have
some time to talk.
- I have some time.
- Where do you have to be?
- I'm meeting someone.
- Someone new?
Can I get you a drink?
Nothing for me, thanks.
Let me know
if you change your mind.
- Who is she?
- Please don't start.
It's barely been a month
and you're already
seeing someone?
It's none of your business.
Look, I came here
to give you your keys
so, here they are.
I was hoping we could
at least be civil
and not accuse each other.
I'm sorry.
- Please keep them.
- I can't.
You can.
- Yes, you can.
- Stop it, it's over.
At least stay and have a drink.
I don't want a drink.
Stop trying to suck me back in.
- I have to go. Bye.
- At least tell me why.
Why are you leaving me?
At least fucking tell me that.
Take care of yourself.
Keep it short.
Don't give her an opening.
She knows we're not gonna
support McCord or Sussman.
Got it.
We've heard through
several sources that
you're pulling your support
from Strickland
and conceding Michigan.
That's news to me.
You know as well as anyone
the rumor mill
is running on overload.
Well, let's just say,
if it was the case
where would you redirect
those resources?
Who do you see as being most
aligned with your positions?
I don't do hypotheticals.
Humor me.
Both Gerring and Bremner
toe the line
although Gerring is more of a
hard-line fiscal conservative.
Yeah, most aligned
isn't our only goal.
We also look
for concrete assurances
that our voice would be heard,
in return for our support.
How concrete?
What are we
really talking about?
If we're gonna support someone
we wanna make sure
they implement our ideas.
If they start veering off
or doing things we don't like
we pull our money.
Like I said, we'd wanna be sure
our voice would be heard.
Particularly
on the policy level.
Uh, so, we expect
substantial input
with regards to legislation.
How do you define "Substantial?"
- I've humored you.
- Drafting?
This conversation
is going nowhere.
Gerring? Bremner? Or both?
Have you started negotiating?
You haven't, have you?
There's no reason to.
We're not supporting
Gerring or Bremner.
We're behind Strickland,
and he's gonna be
the next Senator of Michigan.
So you say, but how do you know
your donor base will follow you
when Strickland and Michigan
are no longer in play?
We attract individuals
who are seriously committed
to our agenda.
We don't like
to waste anyone's time
including our own.
I hate to cut this short,
but, uh, we have a hard out.
Thanks for dropping by.
It was good to see you again.
You too.
Hi, I just got out
of the meeting.
They haven't committed
to anyone yet.
What makes you say that?
Their hesitation
and level of denial.
They wouldn't even discuss
Gerring or Bremner.
Jim, I'm gonna have
to call you back.
Sure.
- Matt.
- I set up the meeting.
Her professional name is
Anna Carr. C-A-R-R.
She wants a thousand bucks
cash, consulting fee.
- Where and when?
- Tomorrow.
2 p.m. at the Park Hotel.
The reservation's
under your name.
- Great.
- Listen.
Please don't involve me
in this anymore.
I won't. Don't worry.
Uh, before you go,
how long have you known her?
- Around two years.
- Is she reliable?
She's always been very direct,
and her information
has always been solid.
Okay. Thanks.
Rancin's saying Bellerin
isn't even close
on choosing
where to throw his money.
My guess is he's waiting to see
what Novak does
before he decides.
I have to go.
- Anna?
- Yeah. Hi.
Hi. I'm Erica. Come in.
Do you want a drink
or something to eat?
There's a mini bar,
or I can order room service.
I'm fine. Thanks.
Please, have a seat.
Can I ask you
to switch off your phone?
If you could turn the power off?
Sure.
Thank you for coming.
This is for you,
a $1000 consulting fee.
Thanks.
Do you know who I am?
Yes. Matt told me.
Did he tell you
why I wanted to meet with you?
He said you wanted
to talk about Mark Novak.
How long have you been
seeing him?
Nearly two months,
but pretty infrequently.
Did Matt tell you
that I was the one
that bought the recording
of Novak's phone conversation?
He told me.
I'd like you
to keep recording him.
I'll pay you a lot of money.
How much?
It depends on what kind
of information you get.
What are you looking for?
Anything that I can use
as leverage against him.
Anything that will
discredit him.
Okay.
Why Novak?
Why take that kind of risk?
If we're gonna work together,
I need to know.
Because he's a misogynist
and a fucking pig.
He deserves whatever he gets.
*
- How have you been?
- Good.
I've been traveling.
I was just in Miami
this past weekend.
- For work?
- Yeah.
How did it go?
He flew us down to Nassau
for his friend's anniversary
and we partied
at the Emerald Cliff.
He works in real estate.
He knew everyone there.
You know, eat for free.
Drink for free. Fuck for money.
God, I miss the sex.
I'm craving it.
I've even taken up camming
at home just to get off.
I guess I just can't get enough.
Do you ever think
of getting back in?
All the time, but... Craig
won't be able to handle it.
He can deal with the camming,
but seeing clients
in person again
would be too much.
So, what are you gonna do?
I don't know.
I just don't wanna deal
with another failed relationship
and all the fall out.
I have a client
who wants a threesome.
I'm meeting him at the Hazelton
on Friday at 3 p.m.
Craig doesn't have to know,
and it might be a good way
to see if you really do
wanna jump back in.
So that's why
you wanted to meet?
No, I wanted to see you.
But just think about it
and let me know.
There's no pressure.
Thanks again for thinking of me.
Of course.
Here we go. Are you ready?
God, yes. I'm so excited.
Hi.
- Who's this?
- My friend, Jo.
- Jo, Mark.
- Hi, there.
You're fucking gorgeous.
- You like to fuck?
- Yeah.
I bet you do.
You want a drink?
There's a full bar.
- Sure.
- What do you want?
Um, vodka.
Make her a drink, will you?
- Sure.
- Get your ass inside.
Put one on.
You are so fuckin' hot.
You're not so bad yourself.
I'm gonna fuck
the shit out of you.
Oh, yeah?
I hope so.
Here, this is for you.
- Jo.
- Oh, thanks.
I want you to watch us.
Now, she's got a body.
- Look at those tits.
- How's that?
Ooh! You're a ten, all right.
I wonder what you look like
on your knees.
You wanna find out?
Kneel on the chair.
Turn your back to me.
I wanna see your ass.
Turn your fuckin' head,
don't look at me.
I just wanna see your ass.
Your fuckin' ass.
Oh, yeah, so good.
- Oh!
- You like that, huh?
Don't fucking look at me,
what're you fucking looking at?
I don't wanna connect with you.
Look at my cock, not my eyes.
My fuckin' cock.
Connect with my fucking cock.
- I'm gonna cum on your face.
- You got that?
Open your mouth.
Wider! Do it!
That's it. Oh, that's it.
You fuckin' whore.
You fuckin' slut.
*
*
*
his record in the State Senate.
He talks it to fucking death,
and nobody gives a shit.
Hi.
Yeah, we've wasted 12 million
propping him up, and we're done.
He's a failure.
Fuck him.
Yeah. I'll call you later.
Anyone notice you in the lobby?
- No.
- You sure?
- Yes. Why?
- Just checking.
Is everything okay?
Doesn't matter.
Too much of him,
not enough of you.
- You want a drink?
- No, I'm good, thanks.
Here.
Hm, you know...
...I can tell by your outfit
that you're happy to see me.
Tell me what I wanna hear.
It's just us.
You and me.
The outside world doesn't exist.
Hmm.
Come here.
You are so beautiful.
You're like a drug...
...and I'm fucking addicted.
How does that feel?
How does that feel?
Hard.
Here, get on your knees
and suck it.
You like sucking my cock, huh?
You little fucking slut.
Don't you, huh?
- Huh?
- Yes.
- Yeah. Why?
- It feels good in my mouth.
Swallow it.
Next time...
...bring one of your friends
along.
Someone really fuckin' hot.
I'm getting bored of this.
Sure, that sounds like fun.
We're pulling the plug.
Strickland's been floundering
in the polls for weeks.
They're projecting 32 percent.
He was talking moderate
when he should've been
yelling hard-line.
We told them to pivot,
but Bradley didn't listen
she just told him
whatever he wanted to hear.
And he's got
no fuckin' personality.
People want emotion.
They want someone to look up to.
Fuck Molina. Stormont
is ruling in our favor.
Even if Molina files an appeal
there won't be a decision
until after the midterms.
She can't fuckin' touch us.
Okay.
Hey. Strickland's done.
We're pulling out.
We haven't decided,
but believe me
we're gonna leverage it
for all it's worth.
What's the latest on Strickland?
Novak's withholding.
The Kane Foundation
just cancelled
three million in ad buys.
So, they're conceding Michigan?
It's hard to know for sure.
They may be waiting to see
if Strickland gains traction
before committing more resources
or they may decide
to reallocate.
- And support who?
- Gerring? Bremner?
Possibly, Gerring
is more aligned with Kane
but it will be hard
to turn Wisconsin.
We're committed
to raising $50 million
by the end of the month,
and as of Friday
we're 12 million behind.
We can't afford to wait.
Sussman's and McCord's
campaigns are spending money
faster than it's comin' in,
and now, it looks like
Novak is pulling his support
from Strickland,
and what are we doin' about it?
Waitin' to see how it plays out?
We need to access Novak's donors
before he redirects their cash.
- Hey.
- Hi, you called?
Yeah. I have something for you.
We should meet. How about
the plaza in an hour?
- Hey. Sorry I'm late.
- It's fine.
- How are you?
- Good.
What is it?
Novak is dumping Strickland
and Stormont's gonna
rule against Molina
in favor of Novak
and the Kane Foundation.
- How'd you find out?
- Novak's seeing an escort.
She recorded him while he was
on the phone, earlier today.
She, she wouldn't give me
a copy, but I heard it.
Is she seeing him
on a regular basis?
Can you... get her
to keep recording him?
- He is a conservative.
- I know.
Our client base
are conservatives.
If word ever leaked,
it could damage our business.
I've already gone out
on a limb with this.
What if I doubled your rate?
Okay, this makes me very uneasy.
I... I don't have a personal
vendetta against Novak.
Oh, come on, Matt.
I-I did this as a favor for you
so you could get a jump
on Strickland's donors.
Then set up the meeting.
I'll deal with her directly.
- I have to think about it.
- There's no time.
Okay.
Let me know soon.
I'll call you.
Salinas is going to attack you
on your record as a senator
so it's important that you play
to people's emotions
not their intellect.
Play up your family background
your hard work,
your rise to success.
And don't forget that
you have the best card possible.
Your state has a strong economy
that you helped build.
- Okay?
- All right.
Let's try it again.
Senator McCord
...you've said in the past
that while you believe
in decreased regulation
you also believe
that the government has a duty
to implement a series
of checks and balances
in order to rein businesses in.
Can you, uh, please discuss
how this stance
will affect
the ordinary citizens of Ohio?
Oh, first of all,
I never said that.
I would never want
to rein businesses in.
And before
successfully winning...
Jim. Did you get my message?
Did you hear the recording?
No, but Cusick did,
and I trust him.
We've got to move now
more than ever
especially if Stormont
is ruling against Molina.
I'm gonna set up
a meeting with Novak.
That's a waste of time.
Kane isn't gonna back
McCord or Sussman.
We both know that,
they're too moderate
and Kane wants someone
he can own.
I still want to meet
with Novak, feel him out.
See if we can win him over.
It's one meeting.
Fine.
There's no way
I'm supporting McCord.
He's a traitor.
His support of increased oil
and gas regulation
is against everything
we believe in.
He's pro-EPA, just like
his friends across the aisle.
I'd rather
jump off this building.
And Sussman? The latest
in Virginia has him tied.
Uh, he's not committed
to a free market.
I think we'll go through an
initial phase of holding back.
If Gerring gains traction
in Wisconsin and comes around
then we can step in
and make a deal.
Our donors may start
to realign on their own.
They won't. They'll do
exactly as I tell them to.
See, my wife would like me
to give this up altogether
but who else is gonna
save this country?
Compromise isn't
in our interest.
Hey.
Thanks for coming.
- You're not staying?
- I can't.
I have to be somewhere soon.
- Do you want a drink?
- I'm fine, thanks.
I thought we'd have
some time to talk.
- I have some time.
- Where do you have to be?
- I'm meeting someone.
- Someone new?
Can I get you a drink?
Nothing for me, thanks.
Let me know
if you change your mind.
- Who is she?
- Please don't start.
It's barely been a month
and you're already
seeing someone?
It's none of your business.
Look, I came here
to give you your keys
so, here they are.
I was hoping we could
at least be civil
and not accuse each other.
I'm sorry.
- Please keep them.
- I can't.
You can.
- Yes, you can.
- Stop it, it's over.
At least stay and have a drink.
I don't want a drink.
Stop trying to suck me back in.
- I have to go. Bye.
- At least tell me why.
Why are you leaving me?
At least fucking tell me that.
Take care of yourself.
Keep it short.
Don't give her an opening.
She knows we're not gonna
support McCord or Sussman.
Got it.
We've heard through
several sources that
you're pulling your support
from Strickland
and conceding Michigan.
That's news to me.
You know as well as anyone
the rumor mill
is running on overload.
Well, let's just say,
if it was the case
where would you redirect
those resources?
Who do you see as being most
aligned with your positions?
I don't do hypotheticals.
Humor me.
Both Gerring and Bremner
toe the line
although Gerring is more of a
hard-line fiscal conservative.
Yeah, most aligned
isn't our only goal.
We also look
for concrete assurances
that our voice would be heard,
in return for our support.
How concrete?
What are we
really talking about?
If we're gonna support someone
we wanna make sure
they implement our ideas.
If they start veering off
or doing things we don't like
we pull our money.
Like I said, we'd wanna be sure
our voice would be heard.
Particularly
on the policy level.
Uh, so, we expect
substantial input
with regards to legislation.
How do you define "Substantial?"
- I've humored you.
- Drafting?
This conversation
is going nowhere.
Gerring? Bremner? Or both?
Have you started negotiating?
You haven't, have you?
There's no reason to.
We're not supporting
Gerring or Bremner.
We're behind Strickland,
and he's gonna be
the next Senator of Michigan.
So you say, but how do you know
your donor base will follow you
when Strickland and Michigan
are no longer in play?
We attract individuals
who are seriously committed
to our agenda.
We don't like
to waste anyone's time
including our own.
I hate to cut this short,
but, uh, we have a hard out.
Thanks for dropping by.
It was good to see you again.
You too.
Hi, I just got out
of the meeting.
They haven't committed
to anyone yet.
What makes you say that?
Their hesitation
and level of denial.
They wouldn't even discuss
Gerring or Bremner.
Jim, I'm gonna have
to call you back.
Sure.
- Matt.
- I set up the meeting.
Her professional name is
Anna Carr. C-A-R-R.
She wants a thousand bucks
cash, consulting fee.
- Where and when?
- Tomorrow.
2 p.m. at the Park Hotel.
The reservation's
under your name.
- Great.
- Listen.
Please don't involve me
in this anymore.
I won't. Don't worry.
Uh, before you go,
how long have you known her?
- Around two years.
- Is she reliable?
She's always been very direct,
and her information
has always been solid.
Okay. Thanks.
Rancin's saying Bellerin
isn't even close
on choosing
where to throw his money.
My guess is he's waiting to see
what Novak does
before he decides.
I have to go.
- Anna?
- Yeah. Hi.
Hi. I'm Erica. Come in.
Do you want a drink
or something to eat?
There's a mini bar,
or I can order room service.
I'm fine. Thanks.
Please, have a seat.
Can I ask you
to switch off your phone?
If you could turn the power off?
Sure.
Thank you for coming.
This is for you,
a $1000 consulting fee.
Thanks.
Do you know who I am?
Yes. Matt told me.
Did he tell you
why I wanted to meet with you?
He said you wanted
to talk about Mark Novak.
How long have you been
seeing him?
Nearly two months,
but pretty infrequently.
Did Matt tell you
that I was the one
that bought the recording
of Novak's phone conversation?
He told me.
I'd like you
to keep recording him.
I'll pay you a lot of money.
How much?
It depends on what kind
of information you get.
What are you looking for?
Anything that I can use
as leverage against him.
Anything that will
discredit him.
Okay.
Why Novak?
Why take that kind of risk?
If we're gonna work together,
I need to know.
Because he's a misogynist
and a fucking pig.
He deserves whatever he gets.
*
- How have you been?
- Good.
I've been traveling.
I was just in Miami
this past weekend.
- For work?
- Yeah.
How did it go?
He flew us down to Nassau
for his friend's anniversary
and we partied
at the Emerald Cliff.
He works in real estate.
He knew everyone there.
You know, eat for free.
Drink for free. Fuck for money.
God, I miss the sex.
I'm craving it.
I've even taken up camming
at home just to get off.
I guess I just can't get enough.
Do you ever think
of getting back in?
All the time, but... Craig
won't be able to handle it.
He can deal with the camming,
but seeing clients
in person again
would be too much.
So, what are you gonna do?
I don't know.
I just don't wanna deal
with another failed relationship
and all the fall out.
I have a client
who wants a threesome.
I'm meeting him at the Hazelton
on Friday at 3 p.m.
Craig doesn't have to know,
and it might be a good way
to see if you really do
wanna jump back in.
So that's why
you wanted to meet?
No, I wanted to see you.
But just think about it
and let me know.
There's no pressure.
Thanks again for thinking of me.
Of course.
Here we go. Are you ready?
God, yes. I'm so excited.
Hi.
- Who's this?
- My friend, Jo.
- Jo, Mark.
- Hi, there.
You're fucking gorgeous.
- You like to fuck?
- Yeah.
I bet you do.
You want a drink?
There's a full bar.
- Sure.
- What do you want?
Um, vodka.
Make her a drink, will you?
- Sure.
- Get your ass inside.
Put one on.
You are so fuckin' hot.
You're not so bad yourself.
I'm gonna fuck
the shit out of you.
Oh, yeah?
I hope so.
Here, this is for you.
- Jo.
- Oh, thanks.
I want you to watch us.
Now, she's got a body.
- Look at those tits.
- How's that?
Ooh! You're a ten, all right.
I wonder what you look like
on your knees.
You wanna find out?
Kneel on the chair.
Turn your back to me.
I wanna see your ass.
Turn your fuckin' head,
don't look at me.
I just wanna see your ass.
Your fuckin' ass.
Oh, yeah, so good.
- Oh!
- You like that, huh?
Don't fucking look at me,
what're you fucking looking at?
I don't wanna connect with you.
Look at my cock, not my eyes.
My fuckin' cock.
Connect with my fucking cock.
- I'm gonna cum on your face.
- You got that?
Open your mouth.
Wider! Do it!
That's it. Oh, that's it.
You fuckin' whore.
You fuckin' slut.
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