Critics highlighted the "juxtaposition of Judy and motherhood" as a central theme, noting that Cardellini’s performance during the pool scene was particularly "penetrative" and "genuine".
Reviewers on platforms like Reddit and Vulture shared their thoughts on the episode's twists.
“One of the best moments in the episode was when Judy slides down into the pool and screams. It is such a real emotion and interpretation of what she felt when her best friend revealed to her she was pregnant.” The Review Geek · Netflix · 3 years ago Dead to Me - Temporada 3 [HDTV][Cap.307][Castel...
The seventh episode of the final season focuses on the heavy weight of secrets and the arrival of unexpected truths.
Detective Perez is pressured by Nick to take action on the hit-and-run investigation. This leads to the episode's climax where the police arrive at Jen's home to arrest Ben for the drunk-driving incident that injured the two women earlier in the season. Critical Review Highlights It is such a real emotion and interpretation
Some reviews noted the season's "overcrowded" nature, where major revelations—like Charlie being a suspect or the arrest of a main character—happen so quickly that viewers might feel as overwhelmed as the characters themselves.
“It really feels like they're building to a confession to Ben before the series ends.” Vulture · 3 years ago Critical Review Highlights Some reviews noted the season's
Jen reveals she is four and a half months pregnant. Judy, who has long struggled with infertility, has a visceral reaction, walking into the pool and screaming underwater to process her complex emotions of horror and excitement.