‘Euphoria’ Pushes Zendaya’s Drugged-Out Rue Into the Shadows

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The second episode of the HBO series’ Season 2 continues to maintain its focus on the Nate/Cassie love affair while relegating other characters, like Rue and Kat, to afterthoughts.

Published Jan. 17 2022 1:00AM EST

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‘Euphoria’ Pushes Zendaya’s Drugged-Out Rue Into the Shadows

The second episode of the HBO series’ Season 2 continues to maintain its focus on the Nate/Cassie love affair while relegating other characters, like Rue and Kat, to afterthoughts.

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