The episode begins with Sofia confronting Oz after learning that he killed her brother, Alberto. This revelation shatters Sofia, as Alberto is the one who believes in her and wants her to take over the family. Oz tries to talk his way out of it, but Sofia’s heart is broken, and trust is destroyed. Meanwhile, Sofia digs into her family’s dark past and finds a disturbing connection between the deaths of several women, including her mother. These deaths, officially ruled as suicides, may have been murders by strangulation.
Sofia reaches out to reporter Summer Gleeson, who’s investigating the same crimes. But this meeting puts Sofia at odds with her father, Carmine, who warns her to drop the case. Things quickly spiral out of control when Sofia is framed for murder. Labeled the “Hangman,” she’s sent to Arkham Asylum for six months, where she suffers psychological abuse and is pushed to the brink. After enduring months of torment, Sofia finally snaps, taking matters into her own hands.
In a chilling twist, Sofia exacts her revenge by gassing her entire family during a gathering, sparing only young Gia, who has shown her kindness. With her family dead, Sofia prepares to build a new future on her terms.
This episode is a turning point for Sofia, showcasing her descent from a grief-stricken daughter to a calculating force of vengeance. The betrayal she feels runs deep, and her actions reflect a character pushed to the edge. Her struggle with family loyalty, especially in the face of deception, is portrayed with raw emotion. The reveal that Oz killed Alberto cements her break from the past and sets her on a path of ruthless retribution.
The writing keeps the tension simmering, and the performances, particularly from Sofia, are powerful. Her transformation is believable and gripping. However, the time spent in Arkham feels a bit drawn out and could have been more concise. That said, the final twist—Sofia’s calculated revenge—is both shocking and satisfying, making this episode one of the strongest so far.
This is where the show hits its stride, balancing intense character drama with gritty, calculated action. Where Sofia goes next is bound to be even more explosive.
