In this episode, it is election day, and things are tense in the Dickison household. While Mr. Dickinson is stressed about the election, Emily and Lavinia learn about the circus. However, their father forbids them to go. At the same time, there is a lot of talk about politics even though none of the women can vote. There is also a subplot where Austin is worried that he won't be able to be buried next to Sue because a baby is already buried in Sue's spot. In exchange for her help, Austin agrees to enter one of Emily's poems under his name into the paper's poetry contest. This is one of Dickison's sadder episodes, as it highlights the inequality of the time. I won't spoil anything, but it definitely made me want to cry, so be prepared. On the flip side, this is one of the most stunning visual episodes of the show. The makeup they did with Emily in the circus sequence is amazing, and the fact that it was done with practical effects makes it so much better. Hailee looks simply amazing, covered in tattoos. And you can see the pain in her performance and the complexity of her feelings. As I said, it's a good episode. Just be prepared to go on an emotional roller coaster as you watch it.
