: Peggy Peabody (Holland Taylor) arrives in Los Angeles and establishes strict expectations for her daughter, Helena, regarding her ongoing custody battle. Cultural and Artistic Significance
The episode's soundtrack prominently features several notable artists, according to Tunefind : [S2E13] Lacuna
: Shane finally commits to a serious relationship with Carmen, moving past her history of short-term flings. : Peggy Peabody (Holland Taylor) arrives in Los
: Jenny Schecter reaches a psychological breaking point. After a series of experimental performances—including stripping to reclaim a sense of control—she confronts repressed memories of childhood abuse. The episode ends with Shane finding Jenny in the midst of a self-harm episode and promising to get her professional help. It also features a high-profile guest appearance by
"Lacuna" is notable for its use of surrealist fantasy sequences that illustrate Jenny's fracturing mental state. It also features a high-profile guest appearance by feminist icon , who appears as herself at a benefit concert for the Ms. Foundation for Women.
The finale weaves together several major storylines that conclude the season's primary conflicts while setting the stage for the third season: