Critic Consensus: "Be True" is loaded with the family dynamics that makes Empire such a juicy drama, including a memorable baptism scene and a shocking cliffhanger.
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Episode Info
Cookie and Anika work with Laz to organize a big block party to launch their company, an event that will be highlighted by a signature anthem written by Hakeem, who finds himself entering into a tender romance with the lead singer of his girl group. Meanwhile, Jamal collaborates with Ne-Yo; and Andre takes steps to rid his soul of past sins.
| Genre: | Drama |
| Network: | FOX |
| Air Date: | Oct 21, 2015 |
Cast
as Lucious Lyon
as Cookie Lyon
as Jamal Lyon
as Hakeem Lyon
as Andre Lyon
as Anika Calhoun
as Rhonda Lyon
as Becky
as Porsha
as Tiana
as Michael Sanchez
as Laz Delgado
as Himself
as Reverend L.C. Price
as Freda Gatz
as Leah Walker
as Thirsty Rawlings
as Marisol
as Laura
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Critic reviews for Be True
It's not that Empire hasn't had good moments in Season 2, but the appropriately named "Be True" is the first time the show has really felt like itself.
Empire's writers helpfully introduced this new group of antagonists to extort and terrorize Lyon Dynasty right at the moment when it doesn't seem like the First Family of Hip-Hop/Duplicity could hate each other more.
The actual ending... had me gasping and yelling. I won't spoil it, but I will say that this is the first time Empire has had me wishing for the next episode to air immediately.
Season two of Empire is all about extremely awkward Lyon family gatherings, and episode five doesn't disappoint.
Director Kevin Bray shot Lucious's entrance like it was a horror film, with Satan showing up at a church to raise some literal hell.
This episode was flipping tremendous.
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