Himalaya with Michael Palin (2004)
S02E12 Julia McNamara
Episode Overview
Following Julia's accident, she turns to Sean and Christian for help in reconstructing her face. Initially hesitant, Sean ultimately agrees to the procedure after Christian deceives him, claiming the original surgeon had a history of mistakes. Sean confesses to Julia that he struggles to forgive her but is open to rekindling their love, albeit slowly. During her surgery, Julia has a troubling reaction to the anesthesia, leading her into a dream where Ava appears as an unconventional life coach. In this dream world, Julia is married to Christian, presenting a façade of happiness while their relationship crumbles beneath the surface. They run a law firm together, but when Christian considers leaving, Julia reconnects with Sean from high school. Dinner with Sean, his pregnant wife Megan, and their quirky son Matt highlights Julia's own longing for motherhood, especially after learning Kimber is expecting a child with Christian, a decision he stands firm on. Familiar faces like Mrs. Grubman, Jude, and Suzanne reappear in this surreal