Post — Aaron Ngo

Major Spoilers are included in this episode review. Please read with caution.

Picking up from last episode, Jane is refusing to leave The Underground. We’re treated to the inside of her mind, and Brendon Fraser is shown playing Robotman… minus the robot bit. Jane’s mind is vast and black, there are rules, and Karen is banished by the other personalities. Some look physically like Jane, and some don’t because… reasons that are purposely not explained.

Each personality is a distinct character using this method. Diane Guerrero is amazing at playing the different personalities, but seeing they don’t identify with Jane’s appearance tells a lot. The lack of explanation works because Jane doesn’t fully comprehend her psyche, and it’s implied not all the personalities even know each other.

While Cliff did invade her privacy without her consent, thanks spirit living inside Negative Man, the other personalities seem welcoming to his presence, so it makes me wonder whose consent he would need to help his friend out. Cliff needs to work on his issues, but I do admire his constant need to understand Jane. Brendon Fraser does sell his performance beyond the voice, and his “not a man” moment is earned but at the same time, I felt bad for him. The trauma is real in this episode.

This standalone episode centered around Jane’s mental state and trauma involving “Daddy” is relatable content. More people need to watch Doom Patrol.

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