Everything's Gonna Be Okay Season 2 Episode 10 Gulf Fritillary Butterfly
- TV14
- June 3, 2021
- 20 min
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8.5 (44)
The episode "Gulf Fritillary Butterfly" is the final episode of season two of Everything's Gonna Be Okay. The episode starts out with a road trip to visit a butterfly sanctuary which is providing an opportunity to explore the dynamics that exist between the car's passengers, Nicholas and his siblings. The peaceful trip is suddenly interrupted when they come across a collision and the person responsible is the person who destroyed Nicholas's car in the previous season.
As they try to figure out what to do about the ordeal, the episode also deals with the themes of death and grief as the siblings come to terms with the loss of their father. Each one of them copes with his death in their own unique way but Nicholas is struggling to come to terms with the idea of possibly losing his father figure, Alex, who is diagnosed with an autoimmune condition in the finale.
Additionally, the episode tackles issues around topics such as relationships, trust, expectations, and boundaries. For instance, Genevieve requires a ride from Nicholas's carpool to see a boy she has been trying to block out. Similarly, Nicholas and Matilda struggle to find ways to open up to each other.
Throughout the episode, there are various thoughts and feelings are expressed and the character development takes on a beautiful storyline. The interactions between the characters actually encourage each other to ask for help. They also explore various ways of supporting each other through tough times. This is especially evident in the relationship between Nicholas and Alex.
In summary, the final episode of Everything's Gonna Be Okay does an excellent job of tying up loose ends. Throughout the episode, the characters have to come to terms with a lot of difficult truths, but they are supported by family, friends, and a caring community. It is a moving exploration of grief, loss, and growth, brought together by the delicate butterfly which represents hope and the promise of new beginnings. The final scenes of the episode linger on a sense of togetherness among the characters, with a hope for the future.