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Libra
Season 2, Episode 12
Air date	August 10, 2012
Teleplay by	Buckaroo Zang
Story by	Bob Layton
Directed by	Robert Meyer Burnett
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"Libra" is the twelfth and final episode of season 2 of Femme Fatales. It premiered on August 10, 2012.

"Libra" is a double-length episode. For syndication and streaming, it is often split into two separate episodes, respectively titled "Libra, Part 1" and "Libra, Part 2".

Plot

A wrongfully committed woman escapes from an asylum, assumes the identity of a comic-book superhero named Libra, and sets out to get revenge on the family member that betrayed her.

Notes

• This series finale episode includes clips from the episodes "Angel & Demons" and "16 Minutes of Fame".

Trivia

• Originally aired as a 60-minute episode, but has been formatted as two 30-minute episodes in most subsequent re-airings for scheduling reasons. While many guides list it as a two-parter, its initial airing and release on DVD as one double-length episode should make this the official recognition.
• The movie that's playing on TV while Violet MacReady is talking to Max Bailey in the hospital is Creepshow, an anthology movie which tells five terrifying tales inspired by the E.C. horror comic books of the 1950s.

Quotes

Lilith: It could be argued that there is a fine line between fantasy and reality. Dimitri Uzi Olesky just won his war against the Ryan mob. Oh, and he paid a very heavy price to do it. But all's fair in love and war, and for now, he is the undisputed crime boss of Cuesta Verde. Ironically, boss Olesky will pay for his sins, but retribution will come from a place he least expects it, for in the end, the scales of justice always tip one way or another. Max Bailey: Where am I, lady? Libra: The name's not "Lady". It's Libra. Max: Okay, nice to meet you, um... Libra. My name is Max– Libra: Max Bailey. I know. I've had Olesky's place under surveillance for weeks. Max: Are you a cop? Libra: You never know. But mostly just a concerned citizen. Same as you. Max: That's the first time anyone's ever called me that. Libra: Your father worked for Olesky. They were partners until Olesky cut him out of the business. When your father started to talk, Olesky had him killed. [removes her mask] You want revenge... just like I do. But instead of wearing a mask, you're helping the police. You're looking for Olesky's mole in Special Investigations. Max: Yeah; Do you know who that is? Libra: [removes her utility belt and drops it on the floor] Not yet. Max: Look, I need to report in. Tomorrow night Olesky's having a sit-down with the other bosses. Libra: That's right. [removes her evening gloves] I plan on being there. Max: Who are you? I mean, nobody names their kid "Libra". Libra: We're on the same team, Max. We just wear different uniforms. [stares Max in the face] Do I frighten you? Max: Isn't that the idea? Libra: There's a reason you should be frightened of me. [removes her costume and reveals her body to Max] Before, I was just a woman. But gangsters aren't scared by women. They use them, exploit them, manipulate them. But Libra... she's a symbol. Someone that they can't bribe, scare or seduce. And the scales of justice always tip in Libra's favor. But right now, I'm not Libra. I'm just a woman. Max: You're beautiful. Libra: Thank you, Max Bailey. [kisses Max on the lips] So what do you know about Libras? Hmm? Max: Ask me later. Libra: Uh-huh. Max: I'm still learning. Libra: Yeah? Well... for one, we loathe cruelty, viciousness and vulgarity. But we believe in compassion and compromise. Max: Doesn't sound like you. Libra: You know what else? We like to be touched. Max: Oh. Libra: That leg isn't gonna give you trouble now, is it? Max: No, I'll manage. Libra: That's what I thought. Max: You thought I wouldn't know where you were going? Libra: You shouldn't be here. Max: Neither should you. Being anywhere near Olesky right now is a very bad idea. Libra: Yeah, and you need to let me be. Let me take him down. Max: Are you trying to get yourself killed? You try and get in there, and you're dead. Libra is a fictional comic book character. Somehow, I don't think the author based his stories on your real-life exploits. You're not Libra. Libra: He let my mother die. Some kidnappers took her for some easy score. They tried to ransom her back. $5 million. They wanted $5 million. Pocket change for my father. He told them to go to hell. Refused to pay a dime. Cops found her a couple of days later – raped and mutilated. We had to have a closed casket. He didn't even come to the funeral – too busy screwing one of his harlots. Max: You're Anya Olesky? Libra: No. I'm Libra. And these streets are mine. And tonight, Dimitri Olesky will pay for the blood that he has spilled. Angel Tomlin: The play's the thing wherein I'll catch the conscience of the king. Shakespeare, Hamlet, Act II. We are going to take this to Broadway. Shakespeare Undressed. And then... I'd like to thank the Academy. It is such an honor to accept this award on behalf of everyone involved in Shakespeare Undressed. I am especially indebted to Sir Patrick Stewart for his guidance and his support. Thank you. Max: Well, you got your revenge. I guess we both did. Now what? Libra: It's not about us anymore. There's a lot of people suffering in Cuesta Verde. People who have no one to help them. Cuesta Verde needs a symbol. A champion for the oppressed. Max: You know anyone for the job? Libra: I might. Max: That was a rhetorical question. Libra: I can't do this all by myself. I need a Robin. Max: A Robin? Your very own Boy Wonder? I don't think so. Libra: Ah, come on. You'd look hot in tights. Max: We'll see, Anya. Libra: The name's Libra, and these streets are mine. Lilith: We all wear masks – sometimes for fun and other times for disguise or protection. Some masks are steel. Some are satin. Some are silk, and some are leather. They're the faces of a stranger, but we love to try them on. Hopefully, you'll find one that is a perfect fit. Anya Olesky did.

Cast

Episode Cast

• Betsy Rue as Libra
• Adam Huss as Max Bailey
• Ilia Volok as Dimitri Uzi Olesky
• Joe Sabatino as Bacardi
• Jennifer Roa as Norma Swanson
• Scheana Marie as Angel Tomlin
• Colin Tary as Andy
• Bryan Sato as Kentaro
• Heidi Marie as Max's Girlfriend
• Domiziano Arcangeli as Chaka
• Jeff Fahey as Detective McAllister
• Steve Railsback as Dr. Daniel Duryea
• Tanit Phoenix as Lilith

Episode Crew

• Directed by Robert Meyer Burnett
• Teleplay by Buckaroo Zang
• Story by Bob Layton
• Produced by Mark A. Altman, Carlos Castellanos, Mark Gottwald, Steve Kriozere, Seth Nagel, Aaron Rattner, Darin Scott and David E. Williams
• Music by Joe Kraemer
• Cinematography by Roger Chingirian
• Casting by Christine Sheaks
• Film Editor - Chris Levitus
• Production Designer - Krista Gall
• Art Directors - Eric Jihwan Jeon and Eben Matthews
• Set Decorator - Chris Scharffenberg
• Costume Designer - Ela Jo Erwin

Makeup Department

• AnnaRose Kern - Hair Department Head
• Regan Livingstone - Makeup Department Head

Production Management

• Aaron Rattner - Post-Production Supervisor and Unit Production Manager

Second Unit Director or Assistant Director

• Shadie Elnashai - Second Assistant Director
• Chris Levitus - Second Unit Director
• Wayne Pang - Second Second Assistant Director
• Joe Schwartz - First Assistant Director
• Jim Simone - First Assistant Director
• Anitra Stevens - Second Assistant Director

Art Department

• Mals Fogliani - Assistant Props
• Malorie Folino - Assistant Property Master
• Alex Gabel - On-Set Dresser
• Matt Hausmann - Leadman
• Nicole Joules - Property Master
• Daniel Waldstein - Set Dresser
• Dan Warren - Set Dresser

Sound Department

• Kelly Ambrow - Boom Operator
• Chris Howland - Sound Mixer
• Shawn Morse - Boom Operator

Visual Effects

• Damian Drago - Visual Effects Supervisor

Stunts

• Christian Cage - Stunt Performer
• Dennis Garr - Stunt Performer

Camera and Electrical Department

• Jared Arkulary - Assistant Camera
• Tony Perija - Grip

Animation Department

• Charlie Kirchoff - Color Artist
• Adam Martin - Animation Director and Animation Producer
• Eben Matthews - Animation Director
• Rick Ross - Comic Art Graphics

Costume and Wardrobe Department

• Courtney Arthur - Wardrobe Supervisor
• Jessica Honeycutt - Costume Assistant
• Allison Pokladowski - Costume Assistant

Location Management

• Kojo Lewis - Location Manager
• Earl West - Assistant Location Manager

Casting Department

• Katie L. Hall - Casting Associate
• Aries Marks - Casting Associate

Editorial Department

• Taylor Mahony - On-Line Editor
• Sebastian Perez-Burchard - Colorist

Music Department

• Sean Fernald - Music Supervisor
• Cathleen Flynn - Composer: Additional Music

Script and Continuity Department

• Aprill Winney - Script Supervisor

Transportation Department

• George Geminiano - Transportation Coordinator
• Brent Wheeler - Transportation Captain

Additional Crew

• Chase Austern - Set Production Assistant
• Jessie Carranza - Assistant Production Coordinator
• Dan DeGrass - Set Production Assistant
• Jacob Duboise - Assistant Production Accountant
• Josh Garrell - Production Coordinator
• Adam Hobeiche - Set Production Assistant
• Jessica Honeycutt - Set Production Assistant
• Jake Klarkowski - Set Production Assistant
• Dion Lozano - Set Production Assistant
• Jason D. Meyers - Business Affairs / Legal
• Jessika Palma - Set Production Assistant
• Scott Roukema - Set Production Assistant
• Stephen Scarlata - Office Production Assistant
• Jason Marc Schoener - Production Accountant
• Matthew Vanborg - Set Production Assistant
• Tim W. Walker - Set Medic
• T.A. Williams - Production Assistant
• Randi Woxland - Set Medic
• Paul Zimmerman - Creative Consultant

Thanks

• Frederick S. Clarke - Special Thanks
• Jack Kirby - Special Thanks

References

External links

• Libra at the Internet Movie Database

Video

Libra's Streets

Femme Fatales TV Series - Season 2

16 Minutes of Fame I Gun Twisted I Trophy Wife I Extracurricular Activities I Killer Instinct I Bad Science I Family Business I Jail Break I Crazy Mary I One Man's Death I Hell Hath No Furies I Libra