This final episode achieves a convincing possibility of forgiveness of self and others. The show arrives at this point through very complex layers of events and reasoning entering Cora's mind. What's great is that the show avoids villainizing Cora's perpetrators cartoonishly. Instead each character is studied in a psychoanalytical perspective. Each violent or malevolent action holds a valid reason, and some amount of internal righteousness which lets characters justify their choices. They are vulnerable to their circumstances, and lose a sense of making the right choice.
Secondly the show achieves a clear link between Harry and Cora's distinct characters. They are related by trauma inflicted by others, resulting in behavior that relentlessly blames self. As the season progresses we witness Harry, trying hard. We watch him work with discipline and creativity at his job. Although he is the hardest worker, he is also the least confident at and celebratory of his achievements. He does not simply want to get the job done and close the paperwork. He wants real resolution. Finding relief for Cora is meaningful for finding relief for his own neurosis. It proves hope for him.
Secondly the show achieves a clear link between Harry and Cora's distinct characters. They are related by trauma inflicted by others, resulting in behavior that relentlessly blames self. As the season progresses we witness Harry, trying hard. We watch him work with discipline and creativity at his job. Although he is the hardest worker, he is also the least confident at and celebratory of his achievements. He does not simply want to get the job done and close the paperwork. He wants real resolution. Finding relief for Cora is meaningful for finding relief for his own neurosis. It proves hope for him.
