One of the season's best episodes (and loads better than the previous one) due to the very fine acting by Judd Hirsch and Wallace Shawn. Also, the directing was spot on as the two characters alternately told their stories. Writer(s) need to stop with the "with all due respect", "this is on _" and Mariska telling people "it's not your fault." I love Carisi and Fin, Rollins not so much anymore. And I really miss Barba! To be fair, he was a tough act to follow but this Stone character walks around like he's got a broomstick up his arse. Sad to say that unless this show gathers some steam after the new year I won't mind if it isn't renewed for a 21st season.
Also, I got a bit of an "Unstrung Heroes" vibe with the two eccentric NYC Jewish brothers cloistered in that big house.
