After Life Season 2 Episode 3 Episode 3
- April 24, 2020
After Life season 2 episode 3, named Episode 3, is a continuation of the heartfelt yet dark comedy following the journey of Tony Johnson, played by the multi-talented Ricky Gervais. Tony's mourning journey continues after losing his wife, Lisa, to cancer in the first season. This season is no different as he navigates through the struggles of coming to terms with his wife's death while still trying to maintain his job at the local newspaper, where he's known to be a journalist, and his relationship with his co-workers, which is not always so smooth.
In this episode, the viewers are introduced to Tony's new friend, Brandy, a nurse who ends up being his confidant as he tries to find a new sense of purpose in life. Brandy's presence brings a breath of fresh air to Tony's life after her advice leads him to a new outlook on his job and a new hobby. He even gets to know a little more about Brandy and her life as a single mother.
Meanwhile, the ever-lovable Matt, Tony's brother-in-law, has put together a new video introducing the town's local cemetery, and he wants Tony to be a part of it. With his childish charm, he tries to convince Tony to join him in his quest to create something interesting to draw in tourists. Matt remains Tony's closest friend and confidant as he continues to find ways to bring joy and love back in Tony's life.
At work, Tony finds himself embroiled in a situation with his colleagues, the new members of the team don't seem to be getting along with him, particularly Sandy, who doesn't seem to have a problem with voicing out her opinions. She is direct and confrontational, which only adds to Tony's annoyance and his rude behavior towards her.
The episode's conclusion sees Tony's attempt to make amends with Sandy after realizing that his behavior was not only unprofessional, but that of a man who has lost himself to depression. With his usual witty remark, he admits to his mistakes and finally opens up to Sandy about his wife's death and how it has affected his life.
Overall, After Life season 2 episode 3 is a beautiful, yet poignant story about a man who has lost his way but clings on to whatever hope he can find. The show's humor awakens our senses to the beauty of life and its struggles, leaving the viewer teeming with emotions all around. The episode tackles life's challenges of dealing with grief and finding hope. It is a show that appeals to everyone, regardless of their life's journey.