Ep 2. You Can't Trust Him
- TV-PG
- August 1, 2005
- 20 min
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Laguna Beach season 2 episode 2, titled "You Can't Trust Him," takes viewers on a journey through the complicated and eventful lives of the Southern Californian teens. The episode opens with the announcement of Kristin's new relationship with Stephen, which has left some of her closest friends feeling betrayed and hurt. Kristin's former friend and love interest, Talan, tries to convince her to give him another chance, but the new couple seems to be going strong.
As the episode progresses, tensions rise between Kristin and her best friend Alex M. Their relationship becomes strained when Alex introduces Kristin to her new boyfriend, Jason. Kristin and Jason have a past, and this knowledge painfully bewilders Alex, who is left feeling left out of the loop. The group's dynamics change as a result of this episode, and trust issues come to the forefront of their friendship.
Talan, having spent the previous summer hoping to date Kristin, makes attempts to win back her heart. He eventually asks her to meet with him at a hilltop overlooking the ocean and is making great strides with Kristin until a shocking revelation occurs. Kristin receives a text message from a mystery guy, which throws Talan into a sudden fit of rage. The incident ends with Kristin deciding that she cannot trust Talan as a friend or as a romantic interest.
The episode is not all about romantic drama. The teens also deal with real-life dilemmas, such as the struggle between maintaining friendships and trying to grow as individuals. Jessica suspects her father is having an affair, and this threatens to interfere with her focus on cheerleading. Lauren realizes that her focus on schoolwork is making her distant from her friends and takes a step back to live a little.
Throughout "You Can't Trust Him," viewers are treated to a glimpse into the challenging lives of Southern California's hottest teens. The episode's themes of betrayal, jealousy, and trust are all explored, and viewers are left wondering how the drama will play out in the upcoming episodes.
