About THAT Episode of The Bear…(SPOILER)
Its been months and Ive been wrestling with this season 3. Initially, I REALLLLLY liked it, and even now I dont hate it, but after going down the rabbit hole of reviews and criticisms (wrong idea?) i at least can kindasortamaybe see why some people were absolutely let down this season. But I can also see why some of the cringiest scenes were necessary.
The worst of it really is found in the last episode “Forever.”
The complaints of the show becoming “overindulgent” are rather true. During a rewatch, I dread the scene where all the chefs are at the table sharing their last meal and tales of experiences, each basically making eulogies for Ever, while Chef Carmy stares down his abusive former boss. I get that the scene is showing that Carmy’s (and Sydneys) experience completely differed from the other chefs, plus the fact that he was distracted with seeing the monster on the other side of the room and couldnt enjoy the gathering, but damn the Ever funeral scenes are just so damn 𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘺. Theres therapyspeak and this tone of glazed self-centeredness that when some of the chefs are telling their stories, I just really wish the tv show was a book so I could just turn the damn page.
Its not just the table talk scene either.
Richie worked at Ever for like five days and when he returns for the funeral everyone remembers him and love him so much as if he’d been working there for five 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴. This is just wildly unrealistic and this is coming from someone whos worked in a kitchen before. The staff will not remember someone whos worked for only five days. The first few months, no one gives a shit about you.
The 𝘣𝘳𝘰-𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 of it all irritates my soul. The only Ever employees I like are Chef Terry and Jess. Everyone else was weirdly uptight, smug and they didnt even seem like friendly coworkers they all seemed like frenemies. I wouldnt have wanted to work there. Not only that but at times I wondered 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘸𝘦 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦? Why should we care that Ever is closing? That restaurant was in ONE episode in season two. The only person who should actually care ab Ever closing is Carmy. He had the most relationships there (Terry, Luca, Chef Mean Boss and more).
I really thought it was about to go down when Carmy left to confront his former boss. Im like Im HERE for a Berzatto Beat Down, but Carmy really showed hes a “soft sh!tty b!tch” just like his sister said he was😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 The acting in the confrontation scene was phenomenal but ultimately it gave me more reasons to dislike Carmy. Hes tattooed and rude but cant go off on a boss who verbally and emotionally destroyed him. Like, come on🙄
Quite possibly THE worst moment of “Forever” is when the highly acclaimed and successful Chef Terry goes to the empty apartment of a guest she does not know, who never even worked at Ever (Sydney). Girl, why are you there??? None of the chefs knew Sydney but they all went to her apartment and then somehow the staff from The Bear (who they also dont know) showed up and they all partake in a frat-like party?
And no one called asking about Carmy because he was quite literally alone outside walking in the dark??????
Why did they write this? 😂😂😂😂😂🤦🏽♀️
I dont even care that the ending was a cliffhanger and I dont understand why people were upset with that, but I can see why this episode really made people cringe. I still like season 3 even though the tone of the season was dark, claustrophobic at times and rather lonely.
One last thing: I need Sydney to leave. Please. For her own mental health. I cant handle her suffering bc of the cigarette-smoking rodent that is Carmy.
Have y’all watched The Bear?
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As fans of culinary dramas know, the final episode of The Bear, titled "Forever," has sparked intense discussion and debate. Many viewers saw the show as a deep exploration of relationships within a high-pressure kitchen environment. The contrast of Carmy’s complex character against the backdrop of haunting memories of Ever creates a rich narrative soil for emotional conflict. Fans devoted to character arcs may have felt conflicted about Chef Terry's pivotal role. As she grapples with her own past while interacting with the other chefs, many wonder if her journey was explored deeply enough, or if the emotional beats were occasionally overshadowed by less impactful scenes. Moreover, the intricacies of the staff dynamics at Ever, especially Richie’s swift resurrection into familial love, perplexed viewers. This element raised questions about realistic portrayal in culinary workplaces, prompting debates about authenticity versus narrative convenience. Cringe moments, like the funeral scene that felt overly self-indulgent, highlight how storytelling can sometimes lose itself in metaphor. Critics blame pacing issues that made it difficult for audiences to connect emotionally. Would a more streamlined approach resonate better? Could it be that less exposition could evoke more intensity? To connect further with the audience, discussions about how Season 3 captures the weight of loneliness amidst the hustle and bustle are indeed crucial. Many professional chefs and culinary enthusiasts find threads of truth in the struggle portrayed, making the narrative both relatable and realistic. Balancing the dramatic arc while preserving the essence of the culinary world in these characters’ lives might be the crux of ongoing viewer debates. Ultimately, viewers' reactions may mirror their emotional engagement with the series. Many hope for an uplifting turn in Carmy's journey, yearning to see growth that reflects a struggle, capture resilience, and offer humor within the chaos of restaurant life. The evolution of these narratives should be a focal point as the series moves forward.