Sabs makes the impulsive decision to move to Amsterdam with their friend 7 (played by Amanda Cordner). This plot point serves as a catalyst for Sabs to confront whether they are running toward a new life or simply away from their current complications in Toronto.
The episode uses its Toronto backdrop to contrast with the vibrant, liberated image of Amsterdam that the characters hold in their minds. [S2E5] Sort of Amsterdam
In this episode, the protagonist experiences a significant shift in perspective regarding their identity and future. The title refers to the idea of escape and the romanticized versions of life we imagine elsewhere. Sabs makes the impulsive decision to move to
The episode explores the "grass is greener" mentality. Amsterdam represents a blank slate where Sabs feels they can exist without the baggage of their past. In this episode, the protagonist experiences a significant
As with the rest of the series on CBC Gem or HBO Max, the writing balances humor with a "sort of" melancholy, capturing the nuances of being a transition-state human.