Ep 9. Portraits

Felicity season 2 episode 9 titled "Portraits" centers around Felicity Porter's continued struggle with her feelings for both Ben Covington and Noel Crane. As the episode begins, Felicity receives a phone call from her parents, who are coming to visit her in New York City for Thanksgiving. They are excited to see her and are planning on staying for a few days.

Meanwhile, Noel is working on a photography project for his class and is taking portraits of his friends, including Felicity. He tells her that he has been wanting to take her picture for a while, and Felicity agrees to pose for him. The photo shoot is awkward at first, but as they continue, Noel reveals that he has feelings for Felicity and asks her to give him a chance to be with her.

Felicity, who is still confused about her feelings for Ben, tells Noel that she needs time to think about it. Later in the episode, Ben comes to see Felicity at the dorm, and they have a heart-to-heart conversation about their relationship. Ben tells Felicity that he still has feelings for her and that he wants to be with her, but Felicity is hesitant to commit to him.

As Thanksgiving approaches, Felicity's parents arrive and meet Ben and Noel for the first time. Her father, who has always been critical of Felicity's choices, is impressed by Ben's charm and good looks but is unsure about Noel. Felicity's mother, however, senses that Noel is a good guy and encourages Felicity to follow her heart.

Throughout the episode, Felicity struggles to make a decision about which guy she wants to be with. She spends time with both Ben and Noel and tries to figure out who would be the best match for her. As the episode comes to a close, Felicity is no closer to finding an answer and is left feeling more confused than ever.

Overall, "Portraits" is a tense and emotional episode that explores the complexities of love and relationships. Felicity's journey is relatable and realistic, and viewers will find themselves rooting for her as she tries to navigate her feelings for Ben and Noel. The episode also features some beautiful photography and showcases the talents of the cast and crew.