Epitaph Two: Return

This episode follows on a year after the final episode of the first season. Those who survived that episode, including a young girl who has now been imprinted with Caroline's personality, escape from LA and head towards Safe Haven but are captured by Rossum. Their captivity is short as they are rescued by Echo and Ballard, along with Topher who had been forced to work for Rossum to wipe every mind in the world. He believes that he can use this work to reset everybody's minds to how they were before. Since this also includes the actives they must head back to the LA Dollhouse to be protected from its effects. While all this is going on we see how various characters have been surviving; some eschewing technology while others, led by Victor, use it to their advantage.

It is a real pity that 'Dollhouse' was killed off after only two seasons but I am grateful that fans at least got a proper ending. This episode nicely wraps up most plot strands without feeling too safe; in fact there are a couple of shocking moments I wouldn't have expected prior to watching. There are twists along the way and some decent action. The acting, both from regulars and guest stars, is impressive and the episode has a good look with a slightly burnt out feel. There are other highlights that can't be revealed without spoiling key details of the story. Overall I feel this was an impressive finale even if I'd have preferred it to come after a few more seasons.