Ep 17. Grace at the Campfire
- TV-PG
- February 14, 1995
- 22 min
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7.6 (60)
Grace at the Campfire is the seventeenth episode of season two of the popular American sitcom Grace Under Fire. The episode originally aired on February 20, 1995, and was directed by Alan Rafkin.
In Grace at the Campfire, the main character, Grace Kelly (played by Brett Butler) is struggling with her sobriety and decides to attend an AA meeting at a local summer camp. Grace's attendance at the campfire meeting was prompted by a call from her ex-husband, Jimmy Kelly, who is worried that Grace's drinking has spiraled out of control.
At the meeting, Grace meets an eclectic group of fellow alcoholics, including a quirky former mental patient named Mannie. Mannie quickly takes a liking to Grace and the two bond over their shared struggles. As the meeting progresses, the group shares their experiences with addiction, their relationships, and their hopes for the future.
Throughout the episode, Grace grapples with her own personal demons and doubts, questioning whether she is truly committed to her sobriety. She also faces the harsh reality of the impact her addiction has had on her children, particularly her eldest daughter, Quentin (played by Jon Paul Steuer). Quentin is struggling to come to terms with her parents' divorce and her mother's alcoholism, and it is clear that Grace's behavior has deeply hurt her.
As the campfire meeting comes to a close, Grace comes to an important revelation about herself and her future. She is inspired by the strength and courage of her fellow AA members and feels hopeful that she can find the same peace and serenity in her own life.
Grace at the Campfire is a poignant and heartwarming episode that confronts the difficult realities of addiction and the power of self-discovery. The episode is notable for its frank and honest portrayal of Grace's struggles with alcoholism and her eventual path to recovery. Viewers and fans of the show will appreciate the honesty and authenticity of this episode, which showcases the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
