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: The central irony is that in their desperate attempt to "act normal," they behave more bizarrely than ever. Highlights include their inability to sit still and Penny’s obsession with her "What would Margaret Thatcher do?" philosophy. Critical Review

: It peels back the layers of Miranda and Penny’s relationship, showing that while they drive each other crazy, they are remarkably similar in their social awkwardness.

Watch the full chaotic therapy session from the BBC's official archive to see the duo's attempt at 'acting normal':

: The episode serves as a "two-hander" between Miranda Hart and Patricia Hodge . Their chemistry is the driving force, as they oscillate between competitive bickering and accidental bonding.

: Some fans of the show's usual high-energy, multi-location format find the bottle episode style a bit slow or repetitive.

: As is common with Miranda , the episode ends on a very abrupt note that leaves the resolution of their "stability" check somewhat hanging.

: Heap is a specialist in playing highly-strung professionals; his slow descent into madness as he tries to diagnose the pair is a masterclass in reactionary comedy . Weaknesses