Ep 6. New Year, Old Grievances

Russian Dolls is an American comedy-drama TV show about a young woman named Nadia (played by Natasha Lyonne) who keeps dying and reliving the same day over and over again. Each time she dies, she wakes up back at the same party where the day began. As she tries to figure out what's going on, she discovers that there are others who are sharing her experience.

In episode 6, "New Year, Old Grievances," it is New Year's Eve, and Nadia and Alan (played by Charlie Barnett) are still stuck reliving the same day. After a series of failed attempts to break the time loop, they decide to spend the evening together. As they wander the city, they run into some of the people from their past, and they both confront some old grievances that have been haunting them.

Nadia runs into her ex-boyfriend Mike (played by Jeremy Bobb), who she hasn't seen in years. They reminisce about old times, but soon their conversation turns sour, and Nadia realizes she still has a lot of unresolved feelings towards him. Meanwhile, Alan runs into his ex-girlfriend Beatrice (played by Dascha Polanco), who he left abruptly without any explanation. They have a heart-to-heart about what went wrong in their relationship, and Alan finally opens up about his struggles with mental illness.

Later in the night, as they watch the New Year's Eve fireworks, Nadia and Alan have a breakthrough. They realize that the only way to break the time loop is to face their deepest fears and regrets head-on. They both decide to make drastic changes in their lives, and the episode ends with them both taking bold steps towards their futures.

Overall, "New Year, Old Grievances" is a poignant episode that explores the themes of closure, forgiveness, and self-acceptance. It's a reminder that sometimes the only way to move forward is to confront the past, even if it's painful. The episode does an excellent job of blending elements of comedy and drama, and Natasha Lyonne and Charlie Barnett deliver standout performances. It's a must-watch for fans of the show and those looking for a thought-provoking and entertaining TV experience.