At last, a ground breaking episode with lots of confessing and revelations, but still disappointing. The show doesn't know what to do with itself.
4 Reviews
just a moment of joy (and a time of sadness)
cara_fleck8 September 2023
Warning: Spoilers
I love this series and especially this episode, and I wanted to write this review to remind myself why.
The opening sequence of Christina Apple gate's dance number is brilliant in conveying her character's joy and passion for dance. I have rewatched that scene so many times - the music, the energy, and Christina Applegate's talent make up an inspiring happy place.
However, the juxtaposition of Jen's happiness against Judy's devastation is what starts this episode off as riveting.
Then. Nick's intensity. Steve's smarminess.
The actors showcase their characters' strengths so well.
What really keeps me coming back to this entire series is the relationship between Jen and Judy. I don't know if it's dysfunctional or co-dependent or psychologically questionable, but it it's a close friendship with an unbreakable bond through all of their struggles. It's heartening to see such a depth of feeling that overcomes very human mistakes (meaning the lies and anger and poor decisions, not the murder(s)) and outlasts other relationships in each of their lives.
The opening sequence of Christina Apple gate's dance number is brilliant in conveying her character's joy and passion for dance. I have rewatched that scene so many times - the music, the energy, and Christina Applegate's talent make up an inspiring happy place.
However, the juxtaposition of Jen's happiness against Judy's devastation is what starts this episode off as riveting.
Then. Nick's intensity. Steve's smarminess.
The actors showcase their characters' strengths so well.
What really keeps me coming back to this entire series is the relationship between Jen and Judy. I don't know if it's dysfunctional or co-dependent or psychologically questionable, but it it's a close friendship with an unbreakable bond through all of their struggles. It's heartening to see such a depth of feeling that overcomes very human mistakes (meaning the lies and anger and poor decisions, not the murder(s)) and outlasts other relationships in each of their lives.
Still disappointed
drbodarobert22 May 2020
Warning: Spoilers
The big revelation was a lot less cathartic than I had expected. It was still a good enough scene with great acting but I can't help feeling a little let down. Still doesn't help the show, that now a downright hate Judy, and that somehow they managed to make Steve the bad guy for no apparent reason.
One good thing is that I can sympathize with Jen again.
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