Six Feet Under - Season 1 -

The grieving matriarch who reveals a long-standing affair at her husband's wake. Her journey is one of rediscovering herself after decades of being a "perfect" wife and mother.

The show uses death as a "backdrop" to make the lives of its characters more discernible. Six Feet Under - Season 1

David’s coming-out arc and Nate’s search for purpose are central to the season's progression. Critical Reception The grieving matriarch who reveals a long-standing affair