Misato (MONO):“This sucks! I just had my car restored and it's a total wreck already!
33 more loan payments to go, plus the cost of repairs. Even worse, my only decent clothes have been ruined.”
Hexon.Arq: Now, is it just me. or does this particular BGM sound a lot like The Girl From Ipanema?
HeWhoPostsStuff: In my view, the NGE soundtrack is very “retro”in its style, and Barefoot in the Park in particular underscores that. Seriously, this track belongs in the background of a 1950's sitcom or something. Of course, Fly Me to the Moon is an even more obvious example of this sort of thing, as is Misato's theme.
Reichu: This is the sort of silly little scene that typifies the first half of the series. They peak in frequency when Asuka showsup, but they become a rare commodity as the show turns increasingly dark. With a show as complicated and profound as NGE, it's nice to know that it doesn't take itself completely seriously.
Shinji (OFF):“Um, Misato-san.”
She doesn't hear him.
Misato (MONO):“And I was in such a good mood…”
Shinji (OFF):“Um, Misato-san.”
She finally returns to reality.
Misato:“W-what is it?”
Reichu: At about this point, I have to start screaming, “Get your eyes back on the road, woman!”
OMF: (100 ~ 126 ) This is a nice scene that contrasts Shinji's prudish nature with Misato's more carefree attitude rather well.
