We get to see the obstacles of House's ex now working in the same Hospital right away, so there was a great continuity about this episode - it felt more like the next week, than seasonal break.
There is actually quite a lot to unpack if you look for it, but it can also be easy to miss. On the surface, this is a strange case based on a death row inmate, leading to several moments of social commentary (though not preachy, and not declaring a side in this highly charged topic). The secondary case concerns Cameron (yet again) struggling with giving difficult news to a patient and avoiding it at all costs.
However the entire episode is also filled with subtle commentaries on racial narratives, the realities of health care in prisons, 'accepting' consequences and responsibilities; And still took time to touch on questions of ethics, humanity, community and at what point (if any) do circumstances defer responsibility.
And lastly, can we just give some love to L. L. Cool J for his performance! I'm not expecting an Emmy nomination but seriously, he is underrated for his acting chops, but I think the casting has to be a better fit.
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