[s7e11] We Can Be Now

While a few other shows have similarly titled episodes (like Supergirl’s "We Can Be Heroes"), this specific "We Can Be" is a heavy-hitting penultimate episode in the final season of Ava DuVernay’s acclaimed drama.

"We Can Be" is everything a penultimate episode should be. It honors the characters' growth over seven seasons while setting the stage for the series finale. It’s an episode that balances the macro-politics of land ownership and racial justice with the micro-politics of family secrets and forgiveness. [S7E11] We Can Be

The episode doesn't shy away from loss, as Nova deals with the passing of Aunt Martha, adding another layer of mourning to a family already grappling with the impending end of their current way of life. While a few other shows have similarly titled

The conflict between Ralph Angel and Darla regarding what to tell Blue about his parentage continues to be a source of grounded, realistic drama, highlighting the complexities of "doing the right thing" in a blended family. Final Verdict Rating: 4.5/5 It’s an episode that balances the macro-politics of