Despite not being able to make it to the previous Friday Film for episode 2, I still was able to enjoy this episode without too much confusion. One thing I really enjoyed about the episode was seeing Beth more grown and independent.  Specifically, the way she carried herself through the chess tournaments demonstrated the confidence she felt in those settings. Comparing this back to her presentation while she stayed in the orphanage, her growth was very clear. Additionally, I thought it was interesting watching the relationship between Beth and Alma. While at some moments it seems very sweet and like a mother-daughter bond, it’s difficult to determine how genuine the relationship is considering that Alma serves primarily as a “manager” for Beth. Regardless, however, it’s nice to see Beth trust and lean on Alma for support, which is something she didn’t have back at the orphanage.