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Last Look

Episode 2.01
Tue, December 02, 2008 (Showtime)
Written by Matt Ford
Directed by Paul Moloney

Back to work, and with the introduction of a new escort, 232 continues to service its clients like never before — yet behind the thin professional veil, relationships are tested and the boundaries of love crossed. Satisfaction 2 exposes the secret world of sex workers whilst uncovering the relationships they forge — as worker, mother, sister, brother, friend and lover.

Guest Starring: Robert Mammone as Nick, Sullivan Stapleton as Josh; Rod Mullinar as Jimmy Burraston, Tony Poli as Reuben, Paul Denny as Martin, Samantha Tolj as Adama, Gary Rens as Removals Man, David Carroll as Matt, Jonathan Viehl as Detective #1, Fiona Macleod as Detective #2, Christopher Milne as Funeral Celebrant, Kristie Jandric as Rosie, Justin Hosking as Doctor #1, Barry James as Doctor #2, Maria Eito Izuel as Nurse #1, Joanne Grummisch as Nurse #2

Music: not available

Note: Series two was filmed from June 16 to September 12, 2008

Pony Girl

Episode 2.02
Tue, December 09, 2008
Written by Samantha Winston
Directed by Paul Moloney

A new client forces Heather to realise that beneath her liberal facade she does have certain boundaries. Spurred on by a car salesman client and looking for some adventure, Lauren buys herself a new car and becomes a lead foot. Tippi takes on Martin, a client who made Chloe distinctly uncomfortable, and whilst working at 232 fixing the sound-system, Josh is confronted by the reality of Chloe's work. Sensing he's troubled, Tippi's on hand to distract him.

Guest Starring: Sullivan Stapleton as Josh; Andrew Blackman as Tom, Tony Poli as Reuben, Paul Denny as Martin, Marco Venturini as Jose, Martin Grimwood as Abdul, Douglas Brook as X Room Playmate, Jacquie Thomas as X Room Receptionist, Lex Coleman as X Room Patron, Peter Derrick as Drinking Client, Kristie Jandric as Rosie

Music: "Rollercoaster" performed by Machine Gun Fellatio

What Do You Love

Episode 2.03
Tue, December 16, 2008
Written by Samantha Winston
Directed by Steve Jodrell

Mel receives an untimely visit from her brother Sean, whose arrival in her life usually signals trouble. Tippi invites Sean to look around 232 and meeting Nat makes his head spin and he begins to consider a career change. Tippi has a frightening session with Martin whilst Lauren has a surprising encounter with her ex-husband's best friend Max. Trying to remain buoyant, Chloe prepares Bonnie for boarding school.

Guest Starring: Sullivan Stapleton as Josh, Dustin Clare as Sean, Jim Russell as Max, Caroline Lee as Roslyn, Rebecca Moore as Bonnie, Paul Denny as Martin, Jonathan Wood as Toby, Zorba Mont Mare as Shoeman, Mick Preston as Craig, Anthony West as Wendell, Anthony Mendolia as Waiter, Kristie Jandric as Rosie, Jo Smith as Bonnie's Friends Mother [sic], Shannon Cordes as Bonnie's Friend

Music: "My Baby's Cheating (I'm Sure Got The Feeling)" performed by The Bamboos featuring Fallon Williams, "Bring it Home" performed by The Bamboos featuring Alice Russell

Playground

Episode 2.04
Written by Jo Martino
Directed by Steve Jodrell

Haunted by her encounter with Martin, Tippi becomes involved with a sexually dysfunctional client, Zoron, who invites her away for the weekend. Tippi sees it as an opportunity for them both to forget their troubles; but the outcome couldn't be further from the truth. Chloe is relieved when Josh stops working at 232, while Lauren's ex-husband Phil threatens to tell their kids about her sex-work. Sean confesses to Mel he is now a sex-worker, leaving her furious with Nat.

Guest Starring: Sullivan Stapleton as Josh, Dustin Clare as Sean, Jim Russell as Max, Jonny Pasvolsky as Zoron, Marie-Louise Walker as Ann, Simon Maiden as Smith, Nick Gunn as Crash, Chloe Guymer as Fairy, Kristie Jandric as Rosie, Karen Gaddie as Ann's Colleague #1, Sandra Murphy as Ann's Colleague #2, Nicholas Rizk as Waiter, Claudia Green Stone as Waitress

Music: "Pussy Town" performed by Machine Gun Fellatio, "She's So Fine" performed by The Easybeats

A Good Eye For Shoes

Episode 2.05
Written by Matt Ford
Directed by Catriona McKenzie

Lauren is approached by Fiona, the wife of upcoming politician Terence O'Neil, to seduce her husband. Gleaning Fiona's motivation is to control her husband, Lauren's curiosity gets the better of her and she accepts the job. Mel receives a visit from Tippi's mum, who forces her to question her role in Tippi's life. Josh leaves on tour with his band, and Chloe has a very enjoyable session with Bill who surprisingly doesn't want sex.

Guest Starring: Sullivan Stapleton as Josh, Dustin Clare as Sean, Steven Vidler as Terence, Maria Theodorakis as Fiona, Jonny Pasvolsky as Zoron, Tamblyn Lord as Bill, Sue Jones as Eileen, Roger Oakley as Greg, Steve Adams as Sheedy, Kristie Jandric as Rosie, Meredith Sherlock as Missy, Pietro Chiesi as Ralph, Phil Pollard as Colsen, Veronica Porcaro as Briget, Graham Jahne as Waiter

Note: as explained by producer Roger Simpson in the post-episode Satisfaction Revealed segment, the character of Tippi was written out of the series to allow Bojana Novakovic to take advantage of opportunities in hollywood

Music: "The Letter" performed by Xavier Rudd

Gene Therapy

Episode 2.06
Written by Shelley Birse
Directed by Catriona McKenzie

While Mel's life seems to be unravelling, the arrival of her mother, Gillian, only adds to her distress. When Gillian discovers Sean is now on the game, she offers him money to start a new career — something she never did for Mel. Lauren's job with Terence is becoming increasingly complicated, while Heather meets a married couple — Jack and Eloise — who want a threesome. It's the first time Heather's ever been paid to have sex with a woman.

Guest Starring: Dustin Clare as Sean, Jacki Weaver as Gillian, Steven Vidler as Terence, Maria Theodorakis as Fiona, Bernard Curry as Jack, Tanya Burne as Eloise, Tony Poli as Reuben, Serafina Perri as Angelina, Kristie Jandric as Rosie, Joanne Belvedere as Client, Nicholas Stribakos as Sozzled Client, James Liotta as Waiter #2, Kristian Beddow as Bump Man

Music: "Howl & Moan" performed by Abbe May & The Rockin Pneumonia

All Those Monkeys

Episode 2.07
Written by Matt Ford
Directed by Daniel Nettheim

Terence suspects Lauren is a sex-worker, but just as Lauren realises she now has feelings for Terence, he suffers a heart-attack and Lauren's left in an almighty mess. A sex worker, in a hotel room with a dying politician — what on earth is she supposed to do? Meanwhile, with Mum gone, Mel and Sean kick back and enjoy the peace. But Gillian is closer than they think — she's hanging around 232 and Heather's troubled when she has a spectacular orgasm with Jack — the first time it has happened with a man.

Guest Starring: Dustin Clare as Sean, Jacki Weaver as Gillian, Steven Vidler as Terence, Maria Theodorakis as Fiona, Tamblyn Lord as Bill, Bernard Curry as Jack, Tanya Burne as Eloise, John Orcsik as Eric, Kate Jenkinson as Jemina, David Cormick as Paramedic, Adam Ford as Concierge

Music: "Breathe With Me" performed by Tinymusic

Cyclone Chloe

Episode 2.08
Written by Shelley Birse
Directed by Daniel Nettheim

Trying to avoid connection to Terence and ordered by Fiona to stay away from 232, Lauren is lying low but realises her greatest fear is her children finding out she is a sex-worker. She decides it is time to tell them what she does and books a trip to LA. Rattled by her strong sexual connection to Jack, Heather sets out to confirm that her lesbian tendencies are still firmly in place. Chloe questions her relationship with Josh as he returns from the tour.

Guest Starring: Sullivan Stapleton as Josh, Dustin Clare as Sean, Dan Spielman as Robbie, Maria Theodorakis as Fiona, Ben Anderson as Wayne, Jeremy Constable as William, Marnie Gibson as Female Diplomat, Kristie Jandric as Rosie

Music: "The Sea" performed by Morcheeba, "Diamonds" performed by Elle Skies

Apples

Episode 2.09
Written by Samantha Winston
Directed by Paul Moloney

Mel has a new client, Marc, who is very young and very eager. Confident, fun, and with access to plenty of money he makes her feel invigorated and is precisely the frivolous diversion Mel needs in her life at the moment. Nat becomes aware she has feelings for Sean and Heather's having trouble disengaging from Jack, overwhelmed by the heterosexual feelings he continues to unleash in her.

Guest Starring: Dustin Clare as Sean, Rod Mullinar as Jimmy Burraston, Bernard Curry as Jack, Tanya Burne as Eloise, Tambyln Lord as Bill, Liam Hemsworth as Marc, Kate Jenkinson as Jemima, Ezra Bix as David, Anthony Gooley as Noel, Petra Kalive as Policewoman, Chris Nolan as Client X, Sage Godrei as Sex Worker, Mete Erdogan as Marc's friend, Nick Hartigan as Chauffeur

Music: "Hanging High" written by Lykke-Li Zachrisson/Bjorn Yttling

Spilt Kisses

Episode 2.10
Written by Samantha Winston
Directed by Paul Moloney

With Sean's intentions now out in the open, fantasy and reality are blurring for Nat. Provoked by a particularly intimate gesture from Sean, Nat realises she needs to make a step towards a real human connection. Mark refuses to accept that, given particular circumstances, things are over with Mel, while Chloe is missing Bonnie more than ever and discovers her daughter is feeling the same. Meanwhile, after returning home into the eye of a media storm, Lauren is introduced into high society by Mel — and she is treated like a star.

Guest Starring: Dustin Clare as Sean, Rod Mullinar as Jimmy Burraston, Bernard Curry as Jack, Tanya Burne as Eloise, Rebecca Moore as Bonnie, Tambyln Lord as Bill, Liam Hemsworth as Marc, Simon Maiden as Smith, Ezra Bix as David, Julie Eckersley as Deborah, Paul Dawber as Hugh

Music: none

Note: a third series has been announced, it will air in Dec 2009.