Auschwitz

I am invested in this story, but after this episode, I found myself frustrated with the direction.

They had a path towards resolution that was well thought out, but then they ended the episode with a rather relevant reference, but ruined it entirely with a colossally misplaced joke and at this point I don't see myself interested in the show anymore.

Carell was acting his butt off, and Gleeson is a fantastic actor in his own right as well. But the writing is taking these two perfect pieces of cake and smushing it together with poop covered hands.

If you are a fan of the story, be my guest and follow through, but this episode epitomizes the downfall of good TV as they try to reference successful tropes.

The performances in this show just keep getting better and better as not only Sam and Allen's relationship, but every character's relationship, evolves.

While many people begin to progress emotionally through therapy on some level, this episode shows just how psychologically paralyzed Sam is. Despite Allan's best efforts, Sam's habitual anger and insecurity always push their way past any progress he makes. This is particularly obvious through Sam's terrible attempts and humor and meaningful socializing, even with those he loves.

Seeing the impacts Allan has made on not only Sam but Ezra in this episode truly shows how even the smallest gestures or comments can affect a person. Loving the continued interactions with Charlie and the references to Viktor Frankl.