Ep 3. Night III
- TV14
- March 2, 2017
- 40 min
When We Rise season 1 episode 3 is titled Night III and it follows the journey of the LGBTQ individuals during the onset of the HIV and AIDS epidemic. The episode is a powerful portrayal of the struggles, anxieties, and fears that the community faced during the 80s and 90s when the epidemic was spreading rapidly.
The episode begins with the characters trying to create a support system for people living with AIDS. They organize a fundraiser to raise money for the cause and use the money for the benefit of those affected by the disease. The community comes together to provide care, comfort, and solace to those who were ostracized and stigmatized for their disease.
The episode then shows the efforts of the characters to raise awareness about the disease. They organize a march, take out newspaper ads, and participate in talk shows to educate people about the disease and to dispel myths associated with it. The characters are shown to be passionate and relentless in their efforts to achieve equality and justice for their community.
The episode also highlights the impact of the disease on the personal lives of the characters. They go through heartbreak and loss as they watch their loved ones battle the disease. The episode portrays the agonizing decisions that patients and their families had to make in the face of the disease, and the extent to which it upended people's lives.
The episode is not merely a visual representation of the disease and its aftermath, but it also showcases the resilience and the unflinching spirit of the community in the face of adversity. Despite the discrimination, the characters refuse to be bogged down by the disease and remain steadfast in their efforts to fight for their rights.
Night III is a heart-wrenching episode that serves as a tribute to those who fought and sacrificed so much to create a better future for the LGBTQ community. It leaves a lasting impression on the viewers as it highlights the emotional and mental anguish endured by the community during the HIV and AIDS epidemic. The episode reminds us of the importance of compassion, perseverance, and the value of human life.
