Ep 5. Adultescence
- TVPG
- February 2, 2009
- 42 min
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7.5 (83)
Erica struggles to come to terms with her past and present self in season 1 episode 5 of Being Erica titled "Adultescence." Erica is given the opportunity to attend a high school reunion and relive the moments that led up to her dropping out. Meanwhile, Erica's younger sister Sam is facing her own crisis as she starts experiencing the hardships of puberty and struggles to fit in with her peers.
As Erica attends the reunion, she relives some of her most painful memories, including the loss of her best friend Jenny and her struggles with fitting in. She is forced to confront the reality of her past and the decisions that led her down a different path than her former classmates. Erica realizes that while she may have made different choices than her old classmates, she has also made important strides in her own personal growth and self-discovery.
Back in the present, Erica is also grappling with her identity as an adult. She questions whether she is living up to the expectations she set for herself in her youth and whether she has truly grown up. As she navigates her insecurities, she learns to embrace the present and focus on the person she has become, rather than trying to relive the past or second-guessing her decisions.
The episode also explores Sam's coming-of-age journey as she starts experiencing puberty. Sam's struggles with fitting in and feeling like an outsider are relatable and timely, demonstrating that the themes of Being Erica are not solely limited to the past. The show is also a poignant reminder that growing up and finding oneself is a journey that never truly ends.
"Adultescence" is an emotional and introspective episode that tackles universal themes of identity and personal growth. Through Erica's journey, viewers are reminded that their past does not define them and that there is value in embracing who you are in the present. The episode also offers a relatable depiction of the challenges of adolescence and coming of age, adding depth and nuance to the show's overall narrative.
