[s24e15] Black-eyed Please -

The episode features two parallel storylines where central characters face uncharacteristic social friction:

According to reviews from IMDb and TV Fanatic , the episode is noted for its focus on plot over rapid-fire humor. While some critics found the "pretty girl" motive for bullying Lisa a bit strange for her character, others praised Tina Fey's performance and the rare exploration of adult-on-child bullying. Last Week in TV #25 - Gentlemen of Leisure [S24E15] Black-Eyed Please

: To help Lisa, Homer enlists Edna Krabappel, who uses the "nuclear option": transferring Bart into Ms. Cantwell’s class. Bart’s relentless chaos drives the substitute to quit within minutes. The episode features two parallel storylines where central

: The episode opens with a distinctive film noir-style couch gag animated by Oscar nominee Bill Plympton . Critical Reception Cantwell’s class

: Lisa encounters a new substitute teacher, Ms. Cantwell (voiced by Tina Fey ), who immediately bullies and targets her for no apparent reason. Despite Lisa’s attempts to win her over with her usual academic excellence, Ms. Cantwell remains hostile. Notable Highlights