The Knick Recap: Season 1 Episode 9, "The Golden Lotus" — collider.com

In the last few episodes of its first season, The Knick has focused almost exclusively on Dr. Thackery’s cocaine addiction and withdrawal, no thanks to that pesky war in the Philippines. (Don’t they know the junkies are in need?)  “The Golden Lotus” became a game to see who could provide Thack his drugs in a city where no one seems to have any, while Thack’s addiction (and a burgeoning understanding of what addiction looks like and means) is also discussed and revealed in the light of day.  Hit the jump for “you’re the most resourceful, most wonderful, beautiful girl I have ever known” … though maybe that’s just the cocaine talking.

Read More