Irulan's long-distance boyfriend arrives. Alton's chastity and restraint up to this point is praised by the guys, but he still feels anxiety that someone will let slip she's been knocking at his door. Meanwhile, Irulan faces a difficult choice as the parameters of her "open relationship" seem undefined. Key aspects of Alton's past are revealed, and an unlikely visitor for him is enthusiastically received by the entire cast.
In addition to the typical themes of "The Real World," this episode's in-depth study of Alton and the dimensions of his character are well done. Criminal justice, capital punishment, and the family politics of black America are unexpected elements of this story, but thoughtfully approached.
In addition to the typical themes of "The Real World," this episode's in-depth study of Alton and the dimensions of his character are well done. Criminal justice, capital punishment, and the family politics of black America are unexpected elements of this story, but thoughtfully approached.