This might actually be the worst episode of the season. While the Duel-type subplot itself was intriguing, the writers really went overboard with the preaching on racial bigotry. The first love subplot with Dean and Cassie felt very forced. Also, that cringe monologue delivered by Cassie's mother may be the worst acting of the season. All the histrionic crying and loud wailing was just too much. The social messaging felt awkward. Instead of the writing feeling natural, I felt like I was being preached to.
