Laurie takes center stage on a heavy, open-ended episode of The Leftovers.
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Who is she to judge someones way of dealing with the incompressible loss or say that its unhealthy?
Lauries own belief system of psychotherapy suddenly stops making sense.
Its finally revealed what caused Laurie to turn to her first replacement belief system, the Guilty Remnant.
The sudden loss of purpose leads to Laurie attempting suicide before a last second change of heart.
They all sound sad, yet determined and completely crazy.
The only professional advice she seems to deliver is to Nora.
Watching Nora and Laurie interact is the most fun that this episode puts forward.
The story is a metaphor for Noras job with the DSD.
Both women deliver such incredible performances in the scene, with Amy Brenneman matching Carrie Coons normal excellence.
Their conversation is so natural and nonchalant, they really feel like a former couple having a nostalgic moment.
He proves hes completely willing to risk his life if it will make him feel that way again.
Just as shes suiting up, presumably ready to end it all, Jill calls.
The moment appears to cheer Laurie up, yet she still dives into the water.
The real question is whether or not Kevin will.
