Ep 9. What a Man Can Be
- TV-MA
- March 10, 2017
- 45 min
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8.3 (150)
As the second season of Hand of God nears its end, episode 9 titled "What a Man Can Be" brings a slew of emotions and revelations that will keep viewers hooked until the end.
The focus of the episode is primarily on the characters of Pernell Harris (played by Ron Perlman) and KD (played by Garret Dillahunt). The episode begins with Pernell trying to come to terms with Tamara's (played by Emayatzy Corinealdi) revelation of her past relationship with him, which has left him wading through a torrent of emotions. Meanwhile, KD, who is struggling to keep his anger issues in check, attends an anger management class where he encounters a much older man named Al Grossman (played by Richard Schiff) who serves as KD's mentor.
As the episode progresses, Pernell continues to struggle with Tamara's revelation as he tries to reconcile the person he thought he was with the person he is starting to realize he may be. Through his conversations with Tamara, he reflects on his past mistakes and begins to understand the weight of his actions. This self-reflection is mirrored in KD's storyline as his mentor Al challenges him to reexamine his perception of masculinity and the nature of his anger.
KD's storyline is particularly poignant as he confronts a past trauma that has been fueling his violent outbursts. Through his interactions with Al, he questions the toxic masculinity that has been instilled in him and begins to understand the importance of vulnerability and emotional expression.
The episode also sees the return of Pernell's daughter-in-law Jocelyn (played by Alona Tal), who has been absent for most of the season. She serves as a much-needed sounding board for Pernell and provides him with the support he needs to face his past mistakes.
Overall, "What a Man Can Be" is a character-driven episode that delves deep into the emotions and motivations of its main characters. Through themes of self-reflection and emotional growth, the episode provides a satisfying payoff for viewers who have been invested in the show's characters.
