Ep 3. Lost Love

As the title suggests, the third episode of The L Word: Generation Q season 1, "Lost Love," explores the theme of heartbreak and the varying ways in which it affects our characters.

The episode opens with Shane (Katherine Moennig) walking into her shop to find Tess (Jamie Clayton) sleeping there. Tess admits to Shane that she's homeless and Shane offers to let her stay with her, which leads to a cute bonding moment between the two.

Meanwhile, Micah (Leo Sheng) goes on a date with a handsome man named Jose (Freddy Miyares) but quickly realizes that he's still hung up on his ex-boyfriend. Alice (Leisha Hailey) tries to help, but Micah remains hesitant about moving forward in any romantic capacity.

We also see Sophie (Rosanny Zayas) and Dani (Arienne Mandi) continuing to navigate their newly engaged status. Sophie seems to be approaching the situation with excitement while Dani is more focused on the practicalities of planning their wedding.

Things take a turn when Sophie's ex-girlfriend, Finley (Jacqueline Toboni), returns to town. Finley was a fan favorite character from the earlier iteration of The L Word, and her presence shakes up the dynamics of the group. It's clear that Sophie still has feelings for her ex, despite being with Dani.

Elsewhere, Bette (Jennifer Beals) continues to campaign for mayor, but her relationship with her daughter, Angie (Jordan Hull), becomes strained. Angie is struggling to cope with the recent death of her friend and seems to be acting out.

As the episode progresses, we see each character grappling with their own version of lost love. Shane tries to help Tess find a job, but the latter quickly realizes she's not quite ready to move on from her old flame. Micah has a heart-to-heart with his ex, but ultimately decides that he still needs more time to heal. Sophie and Dani have an argument after Dani discovers Sophie has been lying to her, and Bette reaches a breaking point with her daughter.

Despite the heavy subject matter, the episode still manages to have some lighthearted moments. Alice, who now hosts a talk show, interviews a famous actor portrayed by none other than Brian Michael Smith - a trans actor who is best known for his work on shows like Queen Sugar and 9-1-1: Lone Star.

Overall, "Lost Love" is a poignant and emotional episode that showcases the talent of the cast. It's a testament to the fact that while relationships may end, the connections we make with others can last a lifetime.