In this penultimate episode we dive into Noah’s lifelong dream of becoming a Rabbi, a dream rooted in his desire for safety and acceptance. However, things take a turn when he and Joanne prepare to meet his parents. The pressure is palpable—if they don’t approve of Joanne, their relationship could be in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Morgan and Joanne’s feud continues to simmer, with Morgan trying to stir the pot by getting Sasha involved in the drama.
Upon arriving at Noah’s home, Joanne tries to impress his family with a food gift, but she inadvertently makes a cultural faux pas by including prosciutto, which offends Jewish customs. To make matters worse, Bina, Noah’s mother, is icy and disapproving, especially after catching Noah and Joanne in a compromising position upstairs.
The tension escalates at dinner, where Joanne clashes with Bina over her career choices. However, Joanne seizes an opportunity when she discovers a secret about Bina and uses it to negotiate a truce. After a rocky start, they patch things up, and Bina assures Joanne she’ll never end up with her son, leaving the air charged with unresolved tension.
While this episode attempts to tackle the complexity of family dynamics, it feels rushed at just under 20 minutes. The rapid resolution of conflicts makes it hard to invest fully in the characters’ journeys. There are some clever lines and humorous moments, but the series misses a chance to explore deeper issues, such as the fallout from Joanne’s mistakes.
The show continues its pattern of resolving drama quickly, leaving us craving more depth and chaos. With just one episode left, I hope the finale brings the drama we’ve been waiting for.
