Ep 22. Goin' Down The Road, Pt. 2 (aka All Cried Out, Pt.2)

Goin' Down The Road, Pt. 2 (aka All Cried Out, Pt.2) is an emotionally charged episode from season 4 of Degrassi: The Next Generation. In this episode, the aftermath of Jimmy's shooting continues to haunt the students of Degrassi. Spinner, struggling with guilt over his involvement in the event, decides to take action and turn himself in to the police. Meanwhile, Emma is dealing with her own feelings of guilt and grief, as she questions her role in the shooting and whether she could have prevented it.

Throughout the episode, the tension between Spinner and Jimmy continues to simmer, as it becomes clear that their friendship may never recover from what has happened. Spinner and his friends try to make amends, but Jimmy is understandably angry and not interested in forgiveness. As the two boys continue to clash, the situation threatens to spiral out of control.

As Spinner deals with the consequences of his actions, the other students of Degrassi are struggling with their own emotional fallout. Emma, in particular, is struggling to come to terms with her role in the shooting. She confides in her mother, who tries to offer support and understanding, but ultimately Emma must come to her own conclusions about what happened and how she feels about it.

Meanwhile, the relationships between other characters are also explored in depth. Craig and Ashley continue to grapple with their own issues, including Ashley's jealousy over Craig's relationship with Manny, and the pressure they both feel to make their music careers a success. Ellie's struggles with self-harm become more pronounced, and she seeks the help of a counselor to try to work through her feelings.

As the episode comes to a close, the tension between Spinner and Jimmy comes to a head. The two boys have a violent confrontation that leaves them both injured and shaken. The aftermath of this event forces Spinner to confront the reality of his actions and the impact they have had on everyone around him.

Throughout the episode, the themes of guilt, grief, and forgiveness are explored in depth. It is a powerful and emotional episode that deals with difficult subject matter in a sensitive and nuanced way. As with all episodes of Degrassi: The Next Generation, it is a powerful reminder of the struggles that young people face as they navigate the challenges of adolescence, and the importance of empathy, compassion, and support in helping them to overcome these challenges.