Ep 2. Episode 2

After the heartwarming season premiere of the critically acclaimed comedy-drama series Feel Good, season 2 episode 2, titled "Episode 2," presents an exhilarating continuation of the life of Mae Martin, a Canadian stand-up comedian residing in the UK, played by herself. The encapsulating plot explores the post-breakup storyline of Mae and her ex-girlfriend George (Charlotte Ritchie) and their attempts at moving on from each other.

The episode begins with Mae attempting to avoid thinking about her ex-girlfriend George, as she prepares herself for a show at a gay bar in London. The show opens with a hilarious comic performance from Mae, but her happiness quickly fades away as she sees George walking in hand in hand with a new partner. Distressed, Mae heads to the bar and gets drunk with her friend Maggie (Sophie Thompson), who offers her advice on how to find a rebound partner. Mae tries her luck with her ex straight sponsor, Scott (John Ross Bowie), but things don't go as planned.

Amidst all this, George struggles to come to terms with her move-in boyfriend, Elliot's (Ewan Bailey) lack of communication, while Lisa Kudrow's character, Mae's Mum, finds herself serving community service at a homeless shelter, after being caught shoplifting in the previous season.

One of the prominent themes of the episode is growing up, as Mae realizes that the dreamy illusion of a committed relationship she had with George was intertwined with the unrealistic idea that maturity and stability come with it. Her mind wanders in between the highs and lows of her ego, as she finds herself attracted to a non-binary person she runs into outside a café.

Meanwhile, George, is seen seeking solace in a more mature relationship than before – one that is about enjoying the small things in life and less about the butterflies in the stomach. Her partner, Elliot, is keen on observing wildlife, a remote hobby for George whom she continuously tries to impress for acceptance.

Fighting personal battles while also coming to terms with their past together, the cast of Feel Good give powerful performances. Mae's character, in particular, has the viewer's attention in each scene, due to her constant bickering with herself. The cinematography, lighting, and location settings are overall fantastic.

The episode leads to an emotional climax, as Mae is forced to confront her addiction problems and come clean to George. The irony of the plot thickens as Mae had encouraged George to seek therapy in the previous season, and this time George has to do the same for Mae.

Overall, Feel Good season 2 episode 2 does not shy away from the nitty-gritty details regarding life post-breakup, the struggles of addiction and seeking therapy, and understanding that growing up doesn't necessarily mean being tied down. The show does an excellent job of making the viewer laugh through all the downfalls of life and remains thoughtful in its storytelling. Fans of the first season will surely be satisfied with this episode, making it worth the watch.