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Charlie's 'Dial M for Murder' for the President

Charlie sprawls amid Air Force One's night hum, book splayed, as Sam's VO demand pierces: confirm rejection of Ross's 'Prince of New York.' Charlie's verdict lands like verdict—'Dial M for Murder' surges in, his solo viewing and swap arming Sam to gut the PR hustle. Tension snaps; loyalty broadcasts from 30,000 feet.

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Purpose

Alternative screening film selected by Charlie for the President over 'Prince of New York'

Significance

Charlie's instinctive veto broadcasts fierce guardianship, dismantling Morgan Ross's cynical exploitation amid White House crisis—trust incarnate in an aide's quiet command.

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S2E15 · Ellie

Sam Presses Charlie on Rejected 'Prince of New York' Screening

'Dial M for Murder' is cited by Charlie as his proactive substitute selection for the President, chosen based on presumed taste alignment after rejecting 'Prince of New York,' narratively highlighting his discretionary role and supplying Sam with proof of principled curation over controversy.

Before: Selected and presumably screened by Charlie as presidential alternative

After: Status as approved choice reaffirmed in conversation

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