Things have taken a much more reclined turn for the most part since the last episode. Rue deals with the aftermath of her 'Good Time' esque episode and while that isn't the main focus of this episode, I liked what they did with her family and Ali as well. Brings me back to some of the talks and meetings we had about my own sister when she was using...
Seeing more Lexi is always a pleasure and Fez as well. It'll be interesting to see where their relationship goes in the next couple of episodes with everything going on.
Nate interacting with his mom was pretty nice to see. We didn't get a glimpse of that dynamic in the rest of the show, and how they treat each other makes a lot of sense. The last act of this episode was very gripping too! I personally don't see what all of the complaining about Nate is about. He's obviously still going to do horrible things if he feels he has to. I didn't feel like he was redeemed or anything.
Kat gets a whole scene in this episode. I can't help but feel like her issues and arc were very wasted this season. Unless something big happens with her in the finale, which I doubt. I'd be interested in hearing why she's barely in this season.
I like this show because it makes you at least understand where these characters are all coming from, even though they do crappy things and live ugly lives at times. If Sweeney isn't at least shortlisted for an Emmy next award season I'll be very shocked. She's excellent.
A good episode overall. I think the last two are gonna be even better.
