1,2,3. In that order. 2 is being looked upon as best by many but I choose 1 simply because it is what hooked me. The story telling of 2 was the best. Season 3 I was just happy it was back and I think it disappointed some because it was missing the real confrontations of the previous seasons.
Nah the hand would come from either Marcus, Richie, Tina, Lucas or Chef Terry. Carmy is not that guy. U see how he treats Claire? Sugar? His own mother? He cant handle emotions
I didn’t have any expectations honestly… simply bc S2 was probably the most I’ve ever enjoyed a show. I was just happy to be able to see another chapter w these characters. That said, I found it stressful, anxiety-provoking, and frustrating. “Napkins” was prob the only episode that I enjoyed… although even that started with heartbreak w Tina. Out of the 3 seasons, this one ranks last. And I’m not sure it was particularly good story-telling. But, I’ll watch it all over again and of course tune in for S4 next year.
Some updated observations upon watching Ep1 and 2 again… especially w context of how the entire season plays out w/ the face-to-face between Carm and Joel McHale’s NYC chef character …when Carm makes the “substitute Blood Orange for Fennel allergy” and it’s served to Syd… when he has to simplify that dish previously via subtraction and McHale says “you know this is my dish now,” Carm tastes it and makes a face I can only interpret as “ok, well, that isn’t as good as mine,” and he acts out (like Syd did w her sneaking a special onto the floor at The Beef), knowing that he has actually created something better than his current boss and thereby surpassed him. That confidence and outgrowing the abuse and trauma and need for his approval doesn’t last, but… it does seem that there was a moment there where he knew he was right/better/and had actually “arrived.”
I feel like season 3 was more of a character building and story telling. They put more substance into it so that they can move forward. Its a perfect build up for the next season
it supposed to build on the characters and the story and that's what it did while also getting some side characters places to be instead of them just disappearing out the blue while again still building on the core characters
I was initially a bit/lowkey disappointed with season 3 because I was subconsciously expecting it to be like season 1 and season 2 with a lot of forward movement and development. But season 3 is good (or at least okay) if you treat it as a supporting season for seasons 1&2. Season 3 gives additional context/back stories. The best example of this is (obviously) Carmy's back story but we also get Tina's back story. The Tina episode gave that additional context and really explains why Tina was so opposed to the changes Carmy was introducing to The Beef in season 1.
the show is about the characters and imo i delivered on that this season most of what the comments seem to be complaining about don't even honestly sound like something bad more that you didn't see them claim to the top instantly or get over things in one episode that just not how people work another problem i can see is that most of you watched the show in one sitting and seem to not actually take in what the show was doing but that's alright it's still going be one best show in history so good day sirs
Season Four is gonna be the deciding factor of whether or not I like Season Three. As a standalone, it really isn’t good. It’s aimless, chaotic without a throughline, and self-indulgent. But it has the potential to be an excellent bridge season if Four can stick the landing.
@@nooooiamu literally nothing happens in the show. the show actually covers about 4 weeks of real-time in the bear universe which was an absolutely horrible decision. only so much can happen in one month and even in that one month they set up three potential things that could've happened pretty much all season long to not resolve any one of those. Why didn't they do anything with any of the plot to move it forward. If you need an entire season to setup for your plot youre garbage at writing
As much as I don’t want Carmen and Syd to end up together, it just was really weird to see them go from two people who kind of leaned on each other, to two people who were just simply coworkers. I understand why the writers kind of wanted to pull back a bit. Viewers seemed to be confused on where their friendship was heading, but to completely end that strong bond they were forming, in my opinion, it was a bad choice.
The restaurant was running up and running. Sydney reverts back to being a coworker. He realises he’s hard to work with and invited her to the party, but that’s it. Otherwise she’s there as a coworker only. Sydney arrived at the party by herself. It wasn’t a date.
We didn’t get to see Syd cook or create once this season. That’s her passion where she is most eager and ambitious. Syd and Carmy used to finish each other’s sentences when coming up with ideas and you could feel their connection and understand why they’d want to do this thing together after knowing each other for a nano second. It all disappeared this season which was a shame.
I felt it was a season of filler and build up for season 4. That being said there filler episodes were still good and made for a great season gonna rewatch again
The season felt directionless. There were points of brilliance but I felt the way it was done that it looked like a show that got so big and its stars just weren’t around enough to create a narrative. It really felt like they squeezed it in.
The episode with Jaimie Lee Curtis moved me so much I was balling my eyes out! It related to my history of a dysfunctional mother and the desire to have a real dialogue about the fallout. It was the birthing scene (appropriately.) I expect Curtis will win an Emmy for this performance.
💯. If they'd called it Part 1 it would have definitely felt less frustrating esp given you'd expect at least some storyline resolutions in the final episode, but honestly you get nothing. Even Carmy's confrontation with his nemesis Chef David is a rip on the elevator scene from Mad Men where Ginsberg says 'I feel bad for you' and Don Draper's response is simply 'I don't think about you at all' but not half as good because Joel Mchale albeit terrifying in the kitchen scenes, not much standing outside the toilets.
I think for me the fact that nothing was really resolved from where we left off in s2 made it slightly more frustrating to watch the last episode end the way it did. This season felt like a regression in terms of the character development especially for Carmy and the dynamic between the team. Will be interesting to see how s4 develops with the responses so far from this season
Man, I just love these characters so dagum much that I loved this season, even if there wasn't a ton of forward progression. That said, I think that honestly makes me appreciate it even more because it is so true to life. Change doesn't happen overnight (or rarely does), and people sometimes have to trudge through difficult times to move forward. I am just left wanting more episodes and more for these characters and more seasons until the very end of time. Also, the fact that the first episode of S3 had MAYBE 30 lines of dialogue and still told such a wonderful story was incredible. These actors and just everyone on the production team and THE WRITERS are so talented, and I love this show.
I didn't like the season overall. The tina episode was a standout, and there were great moments in some other episodes, but overall, I felt the season dragged and nothing was resolved.
@@kordei-7839 Right?? Like every time she had an idea for the menu, he shut it down and made it all about his ideas. That is not collaboration but dictation--emphasis on the dick. I don't like Carmy's character at all and I hope Sydney does leave and partners with Shapiro so she can be respected and appreciated for the brilliant chef that she is.
@@kristineilochi4615 yeah im not a fan of Carmy. Hes an emotional villain and literally became his mother. Remember in the second season Donnas like “i make things beautiful for everyone but no one does anything for me.” Then u have the Faks telling Claire “no one is really caring for Carmy.” That kind of creeped me out. He is his mother😬😳
@@kordei-7839 I believe the writers made Carmy mean on purpose so that way we wouldn't ship them together. The thing is platonic or not they were the heart of the show. Same with Richie. This season felt really sad and disjointed cuz the main 3 were so isolated from each other. They were there but there was a disconnect.
It never grew on me either. Bad timing, forced chemistry, her lack of respect for his boundaries (chasing down his real phone #), it just didn't work for me at all.🙅🏾
Season 3 Episode 1 is such an amazing standalone episode. It was super unique and I've never seen in any TV show an episode like that. The Editing was on point.
Carmy happened. He focused all of his energy into the wrong thing trying to brute force a particular result and almost destroyed all the bridges he built last season. He’s growing and sometimes growth is painful and watching it is sometimes painful, but it is also relatable and hopeful.
I think I enjoyed season 3. When I heard they were going to film seasons 3 & 4 back to back, I pretty much knew that even tho these are technically two separate seasons, they are essentially a match set; meaning season 3 will have a lot of unresolved plot points that will be touched upon in season 4. In these cases, I tend not to judge the ‘part 1’ season so hastily because it’s basically not finished telling the story. Idk if that makes sense lol But all-in-all, I liked it and will probably watch it again to get a better grasp on some stuff. And I’ll definitely watch season 4!
is it my fave season of the 3? no. but i did enjoy it? yes! do i agree w others about plot? yes. but i enjoyed majority of the episodes. a couple things i have challenges w are claire and the fak brothers. claire i feel needs to just be a lesson learned for him. the way she is presented in this show is, shes his peace, savior, shes put on a pedestal by the whole family. but its so forced and its the biggest gripe i have more than anything. idc about claire. the fak brothers, i dont mind, but i think they need to be toned down for next season. overall 7/10 for me. ivw already rewatched the season. 😂 also totally ship jess and richie. hope that happens. i just want him to be happy!
I used to defend Claires character but now i see it. They are writing her as an accessory so far. The “happily ever after.” Its like…I know shes not real but ive MET a “Sugar” or “Richie” before. Ive never met a Claire. She needs to be drawn out better, recasted (lmao) and given depth. The savior trait is super cringey
I am hoping they are doing the savior thing on purpose, messing around with that common trope and way of thinking in order to show it fails in the end and carmy cannot look for salvation and healing in a singular person. I like to think the writers are smart enough to know what they are doing but we just have to wait and see i guess @THEDOORIZCLOSED
I feel like this season was to try n tone down Syd n Carmys chemistry 😭😭😭😭 And the moment they tried it, everyone is complaining how disappointing this season was n how undeveloped his n claire scenes r. Carm n Syd friendship relationship whatever is proven to be the heart of the show. Two talented chefs with lot of baggage transforming a sh!t beef shop. Syd started a strong foundation at The Bear. She's like the heart of it. Her vision n determination transform T, Marcus, and Ebra. Carmy's love for Richie transform him..... and now richie is transforming Neil n the tall skinny dark guy with the beard. The Bear is nothing without Syd n Carmy. And the writers hav to deal with them having on screen chemistry. I mean, even if they just look in each others eyes, make me blush. That's just life. We can't help who we connect with
Right! The writers and the haters are gaslighting us about Syd/Carmy. I’m low key glad this season is decisive with the audience. That’s what they get for playing in our faces. 😂
I rhink this season really focused on the journey the characters took to make their dream come true. Also the pressure and self reflection it takes to not only achieve your dream but to keep it going. It does leave you hanging on your seat wanting more, and that's what good shows are supposed to do.
I like to think that for this season Carmy never really left the freezer from s2 ending as throughout the season a lot of the characters were covered in blue lighting. I like to think of it as the characters being stuck in the freezer and everyone just reflecting and just expanding on the issues while in this "freezer" or season
Man I loved most of season 3 just as much as any other season. Episodes 3-and 4 kind of dragged but I really don’t care as long as im hanging out with the characters. A lot of the third season was very relatable to me. I do want season 4 to be the last though.
Unlike most who feel Season 3 was not as good as Seasons 1 and 2, I for one loved Season 3 as much as I had enjoyed the earlier seasons. Season 3 is like a truth bomb! It really hits the nail on the head in proving the fact that working on one's mental health and having a solid workplace is so important... Carmy's former boss really screwed him up. And the feeling of always being perfect that he instilled in Carmy has taken a bad toll on him so much so that he is becoming a carbon copy of his former boss without even realising it! I resonated with Carmy's fear of getting bad reviews. The fear is real considering what's at stake- the restaurant itself! I interpreted the ending in a different way. Just maybe the Chicago Tribune has given a great review but Carmy is so mentally exhausted that he imagines the review to be bad! Considering the fact that Carmy has always been highly self critical it is very much possible!
It's not just the fact that Carmie is heartbroken..."she's peace." In order for him to achieve balance, joy, and strong mental health he needs to break the trauma cycle handed down to him from his family and mentors, he will need the influence Claire provides. Without that catalyst, Carm will never transform as person, and conclude his character arc. The show would be a tragic cautionary tale if Carmie doesn't change. And everyone else in the restaurant have grown and transformed, Carmie will have to as well.
I understand where you're coming from, but I'm not so sure that that's necessarily true. If we're looking at it realistically, yes Carmie needs to heal and have stable mental health, and for that he needs to break the generational trauma that he is experiencing. However, I'm not so sure that Claire's influence will support that beyond a superficial point of short term happiness. Often what a lot of people who are dealing with situations like Carmie's will push away their problems and feelings and trauma because of the short term happiness they are experiencing with their Claire, and then it will eventually create bigger problems. What I think Carmie needs is serious therapy, for a significant amount of time, but maybe with Claire's influence as a friend and nothing more. Not to mention it would be entirely unfair to Claire to be with someone as mentally and emotionally unstable and unhappy as Carmie is.
@wen261 Valid. Claire is her own person with wants and needs. And we are seeing glimpses of Carmie's experience with AA. But from a narrative perspective, the show has Claire as Carmie's catalyst towards wellness. It might be unhealthy to say he DEPENDS on her for his change, but it is a turning point for him to seek his wellness for her, for Syd as his protégé, for everyone at the Bear, and for himself.
I think Carmy needs one last big fall before he even starts addressing his problems at their core. I think, in order to keep the restaurant afloat, he’s going to offer everything to Sydney, Richie, and Sugar; keep the restaurant alive by walking away from it so Cicero won’t pull finding. In his traumatized, demented mind, all of the problems start and end with him. So he’ll martyr himself so that what he thinks needs to happen will happen.
@@jessemanchester8549 I don’t think it’ll end on that note. But I think it’s Carmy’s rock bottom before he starts seeing everything wrong. He has the exact same Martyr Complex that Donna does; I really think he’s going to talk with Cicero and make a deal: the restaurant lives, he walks away. In his mind, this solves everyone’s problems. With him gone, the driving chaos goes too. There’s stability once more. Except that’s not how it’ll go. If you look at Carmy’s journey as a parallel to Mikey’s, let’s look at the pathos of many suicide victims. “The world would be better off without me.” He’s not killing himself, but that’d be the way Carmy would see walking away from The Bear. But what’ll actually happen is exactly what happened when Mikey died… No stability, no hope. Just picking up the pieces left behind, carrying the emotional debt. Carmy leaving The Bear won’t solve a thing. And I think it’ll take realizing that for him to start making actual change.
Less is more with the Faks, and then John Cena would've been enough, but it went overboard...Also, it's becoming a whole cliché how often absolutely everyone says "I love you" across the board, with zero specificity to character
@@joshuaonuh7549 isn't it weird? Like, everyone, to everyone else constantly, no matter what the relationship they say i love you all in the same way🤔🤔🤔
i liked season 3, and the reason it felt like it was running in place and directionless is bc i feel like they tried to convey that’s dreams don’t come as expected. they all thought they could handle but sometimes you don’t, so you have to fail to realize what u did wrong. and i think carmy is at that point. i feel like this is the chaos that we didn’t expect bc of season 2 but it is something we should of expected.
I don't think that Carmie himself really knows to be honest. Carmie and everyone around him still believes that childhood crush and Claire is the best thing for him simply because that's what they know. Claire makes him more evidently happy, because she is a distraction from all his problems, whereas Sydney is his calm but is still within the box of his problems, so it doesn't show as much. Thats my opinion anyway.
@@FarmerJABnah. Sydney is his peace. If you remember in season 2 Carrie was having a panic attack and his mind was racing and his thoughts also went to Claire but his panic attack went away when he started thinking about Sydney.
I found this season just as good as the others. It's so raw and feels like real life captured from all angles. I get that many people enjoy raging yelling and drama every episode, but there is so much more to explore with these characters, and they're doing a great job doing that.
This season was more artistic than the previous to me. I think it is amazing television. I place The Bear on my top ten list with The Wire, The Sopranos, Madmen, and Breaking Bad, etc
Watching this show as a casual enjoyer. This season really went out there and showed different cinematography. I personally loved it and while season 2 is my favorite season. The final episode of season 3 really is a love letter to all these to the people behind the food which are chefs. Also fucking love the Faks Matty and Ricky comedy gold but also with a heart of gold!
This season felt a bit incomplete. There was no resolution, and with the way it ended on a cliffhanger, it makes me believe that this and season 4 were meant to be a package. I remember seeing articles about them being ready to film the two seasons back to back, but apparently the s4 script wasn’t finished in time. I imagine when that comes out, season 3 will look a lot better, but as of right now it’s kinda just there. It’s like opening a book and the second half is all missing. There’s a lot of drama and set up but I can’t fully judge it bcuz I don’t have the rest
I think it was a season to set up season 4 however i enjoyed it! I loved how in the end he lets everything off his chest to the chef that traumatized him. Hopefully this starts something new in him. Can’t wait for season 4
You have Carmy's timeline wrong. His first job was staging at the French Laundry in Napa, then went to Ever back in Chicago, followed by Noma in Copenhagen. NY was his 4th stop, not his 1st.
I feel like this season was a really message to us about the show itself. The menu changes every day, like every episode. There was a break between back of house and front of house, like between the past show and new show. The non negotiables about how it will be done etc. there are so many things that correlate between how the producers know they have to do the show and why they are doing it, we just have to trust and let it happen? Kinda like how Chef had many connections to making a movie
the scene if Nat and Donna listening to the song gutted me. the whole episode built to that moment and i couldnt help by cry. this season really shone most in the long dialogue scenes where you just spend 10-15 minutes listening to the characters talk. the conversations feel so natural and profound. this season wasnt perfect but the moments that rocked really rocked.
Great breakdown. I think that season 2 is still the best, but this was a great season. Nothing really happened, but i think that was the point, the show gives the characters time to fail, not do anything and just be paralyzed. I think it is almost as good as the previous season, but it wasnt so attractive from the viewer perspective. I also think, that when season 4 releases, season 3 will be regarded as better. In season 4 we are gonna get all of the pay off, which is gonna be excellent, but we must give credit for the amazing build up season 3 gave us.
This is the best summary of this season I’ve seen. I subbed up for more content like this! I keep telling my husband this show is my new Madmen! They both show a deeply troubled man at the height of their career. Great tv!
At one time, I was Tina. I was an older, displaced worker. I didn't understand why Tina hated Sydney at first until her featured episode. Looking through Tina's eyes, she saw Sydney as the epitome of what caused her losing her job, and being booted out for not being young. I was booted out for a fresh faced college grad. I too was a college grad - just not new or fresh faced.
I really don’t like the direction they had Sydney’s character going. They showed her fear of commitment resulting from her past failures and I get that she sees the restaurant as dysfunctional but her motivations don’t correspond with her actions, or should I say inactions. She is never around for Carmy’s R&D, never has a come to Jesus moment to get Carmy to share the direction of the menu or heal with Richie for the sake of unifying the front and back of the house. Her running seems forced or not coming from anything specific. I get the dates on the tickets show the progress of time and that what’s going on is a slow burn on everyone but this seems to be the rare case where showing isn’t enough and a blip of dialogue would have been nice to understand Syd’s motivations.
The problem is trying to compare season 3 with season 2. When the show wasn't even sure if it would be picked up for more seasons after season 2, the producers and director gave season 2 their all! Season 3, I feel, is a foundation for seasons to come. Something we didn't get in Season 1 at all really. So, they had to backtrack and give us more in-depth character development. I wasn't Wowed by season 3, but I knew I wouldn't be after Season 2's insanely phenomenal "WOW" factor. I didn't hate season 3 at all. I see it as a stepping stone for seasons to come!
Something I really liked that was set up in the first episode montage and expound upon as the season went on was how Carmy had all these mentors who were caring, thoughtful, and genuinely took an interest in him as both a chef and person by nurturing and developing him to be the best he could be in both facets. But the only one he ever actively thinks about (almost incessantly) and influences him is the socoiopathic narcissist who has this destructive hold on him mentally and emotionally. All those caring parental figures he could've latched onto (ironic and sad too because he clearly never had an true 'parent' growing up too love and raise him in a healthy way/environment and is something he clearly yearns for) and the one that seemingly won out and he feels the need to gain the acknowledgment/respect/approval of is the evil bastard.
Season 3 is, for me, a masterpiece in character. The show is about healing and growing. The main character is still struggling with thr healing and affecting that growth in others since Season 2. Carmy btought back the inmature Richie that he helped nurture in the past season and that shot with the two sides of the kitchen was brilliant. Richie is healing, but his fight or flight response is only showing against Carmy, who is the character that is regressing the most because of a heartbreak. It is the foundation of Carmy's growth in the future. The first episode of season 3 for me is a masterpiece, it shows how Carmy is actually trying to remember the good things, but is haunted by his sefl thoughts and trauma. But by comfronting the man who gave the most trauma, he is starting to heal and he knows he need to step up, he just doesn't know how to do it. It is a great season.
I enjoyed your review. 2,1, and 3 are my ratings. I still enjoyed learning the back stories on the characters. l'm excited to see it moving forward. I want it to go out strong!
It was great. But it felt like I watched 10 episodes of the show, and the story progressed the equivalent of 2. Like they didn't know where they wanted to go, so they made this beautifully artsy 10 episode arc with all the feels, but where nothing happens.
Season 3 is good but not better than the first two. It feels like a Part 1 of 2 rather than a standalone season. John Cena as a Fak was a twist I didn’t see coming and truly enjoyed 😂
This may be an unpopular opinion, but there were 2 things that made this season annoying to me. A little with the Claire thing. The bigger one for me is… Richie. Like he’s probably correct to be a bit resentful of Carmy and all but part of me is like “dude, Carmy is the owner. Stop acting like you actually own the front/dinner area. At the end of the day you’re an employee there. And the reason why you have your ‘purpose’ now is cuz of Carmy.” Also, I agree that the season felt a bit directionless and had too much Fak brothers The Tina and Sugar centric episodes though. Amazing
Break down BURNT brother as it’s now connected to this “universe” apparently 😂 idk what they were thinking but hey we get Bradley, Sienna, Daniel, Uma and Alicia
Yeah I didn’t care too much for this season. Just didn’t feel like anything happened. Only episode I truly liked was Ice Chips. My favorite part of the first two seasons was the dynamic between Richie and Carmy. Welp, all they did this whole season was tell each other to fuck off.
@@KadayiPolokov even in season 1 when they argued, I could understand both sides of it. Richie was holding onto the last piece of Mikey when he argued with Carmy about how to run the restaurant, while Carmy wanted to transform the restaurant into a better place for everyone. But in season 3 when they argue, it’s literally just them telling each other to fuck off. I do think Carmy’s apology was lame and not enough, but the way Richie acts isn’t warranted either.
Looking at this show as a profile about dysfunctional relationships rather than a restaurant show gives me a different perspective. As a relationship show S3 is stellar and appropriate in relation to the other 2 seasons. It’s very relatable with plenty of lessons.
It was frustrating to see Carmie fail to progress in dealing with his anxiety/ego. He’s a character, because of his trauma, and troubled past, I want to root for. but given season 4 will be the last I’m not sure he will get a happy ending. I expect bittersweet at best.
Really appreciate this thoughtful analysis of this brilliant show. I think Tina's story and episode was the one that resonated with me. A woman in my mid-50's this hit hard. Did feel there were too many montages of Carmy at different restaurants. It was fine in one episode, but was a bit overdone. Also his relationship with Claire wasn't moving plot forward. However, I did like episode of Donna with her mother, played masterfully by the great Jamie Lee Curtis who was absolutely brilliant. And I think Richie and Sid have shown greatest development. Sid ought to leave as she is being seriously devalued for her talents by Carmy and has a chance for her own kitchen. Richie does such an important job and Carmy is missing it. I do care about Carmy very much, but he is letting that former Chef to haunt him and is becoming the guy he detested. I was a graduate student in a famous lab as a grad student back in 90's and while it helped me grow into the professional that I am today, it was mentally scarring. I get Carmy, but I also get he can let these metaphorical demons go. I hope season 4 shows us that growth. And other chefs in season are showing growth, but less about them.
They should have marketed it as Season 3: Part 1, with Season 4 renamed to Season 3: Part 2. That would have been more honest. 10 episodes and barely any storyline resolution made for a pretty disappointing and frustrating watch.
I felt the negative review clips were also intermixed with positive ones so I think it is more showing the turmoil and worry of how the review will be.
i believe that the point of the season was to show multiple themes of the show. However, the most present theme was a mentors affects over there followers. I believe this is setting up for carmy to become more like his ass hole of a teacher and then rub off on Sydney ending with her just as fucked up as him. Like a cautionary tale. There doesnt need to be a happy ending.
I genuinely don't understand why people are obsessed with Carmy and Syd ending up together. They've got a very powerful connection for sure, but I never felt it was romantic whatsoever, and the actors don't really have that kind of chemistry either. I feel like I'm taking crazy pills every time someone mentions it.
It gets weirder and deeper. Some chics have a crush on Carmy and by Syd getting with him it validates them. Theres alot of racist stuff said ab Claire and also Sydney all bc fans are fighting for Carmys affection. They are even trying to put the actors together just bc they hug one another. Someone wrote an actual op ed ab Syd and Carmy and how they *should* be together bc they know how black women are so supportive but undervalued etc and it would give relief (dont ask) to see her appreciated and valued in that way. They think this show is One Tree Hill which had the most famous love triangle between Lindsay, Peyton and Brooke and then that “you were the comet” moment. Iykyk. I PRAY TO GOD Carmy and Sydney do not have a “you were the peace” moment. I will be 🗣️SICK!!!!!
yeah I agree. Good season I liked it a little bit more than S1 but it honestly feels like a set up/supporting/filler season. Doesn't mean it's bad I just hope s4 really let's the show rip like s2
Though this season was a stepdown,i gotta say it had good ones,like the first episode,Tina's episode, and the last episode,along with the mickey flashbacks and fak scenes.
Excellent review! I feel the same. Question: What is the card he stares at and then leaves behind? Is it a religious card ? Is he in a church? The final scene in the finale cliffhanger.
I think that’s actually the card from Mikey’s funeral! Another copy of it is taped up in the restaurant in the office or near the sandwich window I think. And Marcus’s mom’s funeral had different cards with a woman (Mary?) on the front
This season frustrated a lot of people. However, I have hope that it’ll make more sense and make it more satisfying in season 4. Everything that happened in season 3 will make more of an impact once we all watched season 4. The writers are great at story telling so I have hope.
i honestly really enjoyed this season. i don’t think they’ll ever top season 2 as it’s one of the best seasons of a show ever but i thought it was great. very anxiety infusing but also hopeful in other aspects. i actually like the carmy claire story line. idk if it’s just cause of the episode they played can’t hardly wait by the replacements (one of the best songs of one of the best records by one of the best bands ever). the music in the show is incredible but in this season its was even more so. mk gee, adriane lenker, cocteau twins, carole king, the OG baby i love you (ramones cover is great too). the words flashing when the review dropped ARE NOT from the actually review. its carmys hopes and fears about what it says. i believe he said motherfucker for something else. he got multiple text from unc. perhaps unc saying “great review. btw i need the money you owe me asap. you’ve got x amount of time”. saying motherfucker cause a great thing happened but it’s not enough. or maybe syd texted saying she’s leaving but she doesn’t seem like the type to not do that face to face. can’t wait for s4
I love each season and 3 was intimate to me. I loved it and the focus on character development. I don’t care for Carmy or Claire ‘s love arc. That was the weakest part for me
The Claire thing is so fascinating to me. It explores his attempt to reach beyond his discipline and his family to something that may actually bring him joy, but that which he fears almost more than anything else. It's tragic yet promises a potentially hopeful future.
I thought I enjoyed The Bear’s third season, but not enough for how I expected it to be. By no means, I don’t think there was anything bad with all of its 10 episodes. Overall, I thought it was soooo fucking quick, plain and simple. To my understanding, I believe that this new season is just made to build up and prep up for the bigger storyline in Season 4. I don’t doubt they cooking for something big and fucking crazy next season. The fact they were shooting both seasons back to back, I hope this means we get Season 4 sooner than later, like maybe Christmas time??
I thought all the words flashing at the end was the anxiety of Carmy showing again. There are a few other times that he visualizes terrible reviews about his restaurant and all the things he is self-conscious about with it.
Looking at this show as a profile about dysfunctional relationships rather than a restaurant show gives me a different perspective. As a relationship show S3 is stellar and appropriate in relation to the other 2 seasons. It’s very relatable with plenty of lessons. I don’t think Carmy became the abrasive chef he is only that guy now because he is punishing himself because of his relationship with Claire and what happened at end of S2. All of this gives him an excuse to revert to beating his self up to feel worthless like he feels/felt around his family especially his mom. It will be interesting to know how the dad related to the family. I hope we see that in S4.
I just want this show to have a good ending. Every character is so beautifully carved that you end up having a sweet spot for everyone. I hope that Carmy makes peace with his past. I also know in reality this won't hold so the makers would not go for it.
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Where does The Bear Season 3 rank when compared to the other seasons for you? Let me know your thoughts below!
2,1 then 3.
Season 3 was the worst, i'd like to rank it 10 unfortunately there has only been 3 seasons.
3,2 then 1
1,2,3. In that order. 2 is being looked upon as best by many but I choose 1 simply because it is what hooked me. The story telling of 2 was the best. Season 3 I was just happy it was back and I think it disappointed some because it was missing the real confrontations of the previous seasons.
@@dianeross4522s3e3 was the most intense confronting episode I’ve seen so far. It was the latest I’ge seen but holy shit
Richie is the best character's development over 3 seasons. By a mile!
Yeah he really does!
Yes! When Carmy agreed with something he said and then he said, "Oh, you agree? Then I take it back--F$$K YOU!" Hilarious!🤣🤣🤣
and the Fak brothers were next-level Dumb and Dumber comedy. So good, the way the writers balanced out the heavier stuff with silliness.
What about Tina
Dude…talk about a total 180. Much respect to his character for turning himself around
I hated that Carmy wasn’t there at the end for Sydney. I was hoping he would show up and put his hand on her shoulder so bad
OMG exactly what I was expecting!! I so wanted him to come in and calm her down at that moment but it didn’t happen 😞😞😞
@@moon-yr1mo He’s not in love with her. He left the Ever party and left her there. She doesn’t occupy his thoughts apart from the menu stuff at work
If you wanted the hand on her shoulder stuff, I suggest you stick to B grade soap operas and Hallmark movies
@@FarmerJABWhy does it trigger you so much? 😂😂😂
Nah the hand would come from either Marcus, Richie, Tina, Lucas or Chef Terry. Carmy is not that guy. U see how he treats Claire? Sugar? His own mother? He cant handle emotions
I didn’t have any expectations honestly… simply bc S2 was probably the most I’ve ever enjoyed a show. I was just happy to be able to see another chapter w these characters. That said, I found it stressful, anxiety-provoking, and frustrating. “Napkins” was prob the only episode that I enjoyed… although even that started with heartbreak w Tina. Out of the 3 seasons, this one ranks last. And I’m not sure it was particularly good story-telling. But, I’ll watch it all over again and of course tune in for S4 next year.
I've tried but the show is boring. Also, I can't stand Jamie Lee Curtis.
That one was produced by Ayo. They should let her produce more
@@kordei-7839 Agreed, loved that episode she directed
Some updated observations upon watching Ep1 and 2 again… especially w context of how the entire season plays out w/ the face-to-face between Carm and Joel McHale’s NYC chef character …when Carm makes the “substitute Blood Orange for Fennel allergy” and it’s served to Syd… when he has to simplify that dish previously via subtraction and McHale says “you know this is my dish now,” Carm tastes it and makes a face I can only interpret as “ok, well, that isn’t as good as mine,” and he acts out (like Syd did w her sneaking a special onto the floor at The Beef), knowing that he has actually created something better than his current boss and thereby surpassed him. That confidence and outgrowing the abuse and trauma and need for his approval doesn’t last, but… it does seem that there was a moment there where he knew he was right/better/and had actually “arrived.”
@@kordei-7839I thought she directed it? Did she do both?
Feel like they focused on the fak brothers too much why did we see them more than the main characters and why was Marcus barely in it
Yeah the Fak brothers did start to get a bit annoying!
I actually felt the Fak brothers made S3 somewhat watchable.
@@BrainPilota lot annoying. Stupid
Too much Fak and it's noisy, pointless filler
@@saber26fulagreed they carried imo😂🤷♂️
I feel like season 3 was more of a character building and story telling. They put more substance into it so that they can move forward. Its a perfect build up for the next season
I think season 3 purposely represented the restaurant’s mediocre reviews. They barely did promos for this season.
That's weird, cause I feel the opposite way. The season was a sequence of montages and flashbacks, barely any story
It’s good and disappointing at the same time. DLC for season 2.
Ayo’s episode that she directed is amazing though
Really liked the Ayo episode.. Tina deserved her own epiosde.
Yeah episode 6 was so good! Plus episode 8 as well!
it supposed to build on the characters and the story and that's what it did while also getting some side characters places to be instead of them just disappearing out the blue while again still building on the core characters
It’s annoying when they add characters I don’t care about like the fak brothers
Perfect way to describe it lol
I was initially a bit/lowkey disappointed with season 3 because I was subconsciously expecting it to be like season 1 and season 2 with a lot of forward movement and development. But season 3 is good (or at least okay) if you treat it as a supporting season for seasons 1&2. Season 3 gives additional context/back stories. The best example of this is (obviously) Carmy's back story but we also get Tina's back story. The Tina episode gave that additional context and really explains why Tina was so opposed to the changes Carmy was introducing to The Beef in season 1.
the show is about the characters and imo i delivered on that this season most of what the comments seem to be complaining about don't even honestly sound like something bad more that you didn't see them claim to the top instantly or get over things in one episode that just not how people work another problem i can see is that most of you watched the show in one sitting and seem to not actually take in what the show was doing but that's alright it's still going be one best show in history so good day sirs
Season Four is gonna be the deciding factor of whether or not I like Season Three. As a standalone, it really isn’t good. It’s aimless, chaotic without a throughline, and self-indulgent. But it has the potential to be an excellent bridge season if Four can stick the landing.
Yeah, Tina went from being a character I didn't like too much for a few episodes in season 1 to one I really root for--her and Sydney.
@@nooooiamu literally nothing happens in the show. the show actually covers about 4 weeks of real-time in the bear universe which was an absolutely horrible decision. only so much can happen in one month and even in that one month they set up three potential things that could've happened pretty much all season long to not resolve any one of those. Why didn't they do anything with any of the plot to move it forward. If you need an entire season to setup for your plot youre garbage at writing
As much as I don’t want Carmen and Syd to end up together, it just was really weird to see them go from two people who kind of leaned on each other, to two people who were just simply coworkers. I understand why the writers kind of wanted to pull back a bit. Viewers seemed to be confused on where their friendship was heading, but to completely end that strong bond they were forming, in my opinion, it was a bad choice.
The restaurant was running up and running. Sydney reverts back to being a coworker. He realises he’s hard to work with and invited her to the party, but that’s it. Otherwise she’s there as a coworker only. Sydney arrived at the party by herself. It wasn’t a date.
We didn’t get to see Syd cook or create once this season. That’s her passion where she is most eager and ambitious. Syd and Carmy used to finish each other’s sentences when coming up with ideas and you could feel their connection and understand why they’d want to do this thing together after knowing each other for a nano second. It all disappeared this season which was a shame.
@@lorraineioannou I agree. She was almost no more prominent than Marcus and Tina - they seemed to have scenes just to make sure they got air time.
It would be wrong for them to get together. He gives her panic attacks. Not love at all
Can't forget that underneath the table scene in S2. Monumental connection between the two characters!
I felt it was a season of filler and build up for season 4. That being said there filler episodes were still good and made for a great season gonna rewatch again
That's how I felt about s2 and was really hoping they'd make it up in s3. Hopefully s4 redeems the last 2 u_u
@@mangocart1259 season 2 moved mountains idk what you’re talking about
@@yeezusdropout Literally nothing happened in s2. They honestly could have skipped almost all of it.
@@mangocart1259 your stupid
@@DeagleGamesTV I wish I was both, unfortunately I had to watch that garbage sober.
The season felt directionless. There were points of brilliance but I felt the way it was done that it looked like a show that got so big and its stars just weren’t around enough to create a narrative. It really felt like they squeezed it in.
I had to push myself to watch every episode except Jamie Lee Curtis helping her daughter through labor. Thought that was brilliant.
2,1,3 is my favorites order.
Area code for New York... Coincidence I think not
Same.
The episode with Jaimie Lee Curtis moved me so much I was balling my eyes out! It related to my history of a dysfunctional mother and the desire to have a real dialogue about the fallout. It was the birthing scene (appropriately.) I expect Curtis will win an Emmy for this performance.
Abby Elliot needs to take this one. She made me believe she was actually in labor😂😂😂 Reminds me of the movie pieces of a woman
@@THEDOORIZCLOSED I believe they are both eligible for Emmys; one as a series regular and Curtis as a guest appearance
Me too. It reminded me of my mom and me. I had a good cry at the end of episode 8.
@@janetheteach oh ok phew
Me too!!! Was that her skin or makeup? I was riveted .
It's an incomplete season basically. Should have named it Season 3 Part 1
I do kind of get that feeling to!
💯. If they'd called it Part 1 it would have definitely felt less frustrating esp given you'd expect at least some storyline resolutions in the final episode, but honestly you get nothing. Even Carmy's confrontation with his nemesis Chef David is a rip on the elevator scene from Mad Men where Ginsberg says 'I feel bad for you' and Don Draper's response is simply 'I don't think about you at all' but not half as good because Joel Mchale albeit terrifying in the kitchen scenes, not much standing outside the toilets.
Yeah and it did end with that "To be continued..."
I think for me the fact that nothing was really resolved from where we left off in s2 made it slightly more frustrating to watch the last episode end the way it did. This season felt like a regression in terms of the character development especially for Carmy and the dynamic between the team. Will be interesting to see how s4 develops with the responses so far from this season
Man, I just love these characters so dagum much that I loved this season, even if there wasn't a ton of forward progression. That said, I think that honestly makes me appreciate it even more because it is so true to life. Change doesn't happen overnight (or rarely does), and people sometimes have to trudge through difficult times to move forward. I am just left wanting more episodes and more for these characters and more seasons until the very end of time. Also, the fact that the first episode of S3 had MAYBE 30 lines of dialogue and still told such a wonderful story was incredible. These actors and just everyone on the production team and THE WRITERS are so talented, and I love this show.
I didn't like the season overall. The tina episode was a standout, and there were great moments in some other episodes, but overall, I felt the season dragged and nothing was resolved.
They are really trying so hard to stop the Syd and Carmy dynamic and it shows. Giving Sleepy Hollow vibes and we all know how that went.
In no way should Sydney be with Carmy. He is emotionally abusing her
@@THEDOORIZCLOSED he’s awful to her I don’t even think an apology can cut it
@@kordei-7839 Right?? Like every time she had an idea for the menu, he shut it down and made it all about his ideas. That is not collaboration but dictation--emphasis on the dick. I don't like Carmy's character at all and I hope Sydney does leave and partners with Shapiro so she can be respected and appreciated for the brilliant chef that she is.
@@kristineilochi4615 yeah im not a fan of Carmy. Hes an emotional villain and literally became his mother. Remember in the second season Donnas like “i make things beautiful for everyone but no one does anything for me.” Then u have the Faks telling Claire “no one is really caring for Carmy.” That kind of creeped me out. He is his mother😬😳
@@kordei-7839 I believe the writers made Carmy mean on purpose so that way we wouldn't ship them together. The thing is platonic or not they were the heart of the show. Same with Richie. This season felt really sad and disjointed cuz the main 3 were so isolated from each other. They were there but there was a disconnect.
The Claire thing was so annoying I just wasn’t that into them and I think they want us to be which is why they call her Claire bear
Every person I’ve ever known called ‘Claire”, has been called “Claire Bear”. It’s very common
The John Cena character was worse.
Claire Bear is annoying
It never grew on me either. Bad timing, forced chemistry, her lack of respect for his boundaries (chasing down his real phone #), it just didn't work for me at all.🙅🏾
@@pNo415naw I thought John cena was great😂
Season 3 Episode 1 is such an amazing standalone episode. It was super unique and I've never seen in any TV show an episode like that. The Editing was on point.
Also Tina's show husband is the actress's actual husband
Ps. The Carmy & Syd table scene in S2 was epic for some connection between Carmy & Syd. What happened to the connection in S3? hmm...
They didn’t want to make the bigots angry.
Carmy happened. He focused all of his energy into the wrong thing trying to brute force a particular result and almost destroyed all the bridges he built last season. He’s growing and sometimes growth is painful and watching it is sometimes painful, but it is also relatable and hopeful.
Carmy. Thats what happened
I think I enjoyed season 3.
When I heard they were going to film seasons 3 & 4 back to back, I pretty much knew that even tho these are technically two separate seasons, they are essentially a match set; meaning season 3 will have a lot of unresolved plot points that will be touched upon in season 4.
In these cases, I tend not to judge the ‘part 1’ season so hastily because it’s basically not finished telling the story. Idk if that makes sense lol
But all-in-all, I liked it and will probably watch it again to get a better grasp on some stuff. And I’ll definitely watch season 4!
I just hope season 4 is not rushed to finish telling the story.
Yea this is exactly what I was thinking. It’s legit the same thing they did with across the spider verse
is it my fave season of the 3? no. but i did enjoy it? yes! do i agree w others about plot? yes. but i enjoyed majority of the episodes. a couple things i have challenges w are claire and the fak brothers. claire i feel needs to just be a lesson learned for him. the way she is presented in this show is, shes his peace, savior, shes put on a pedestal by the whole family. but its so forced and its the biggest gripe i have more than anything. idc about claire. the fak brothers, i dont mind, but i think they need to be toned down for next season. overall 7/10 for me. ivw already rewatched the season. 😂 also totally ship jess and richie. hope that happens. i just want him to be happy!
I used to defend Claires character but now i see it. They are writing her as an accessory so far. The “happily ever after.” Its like…I know shes not real but ive MET a “Sugar” or “Richie” before. Ive never met a Claire. She needs to be drawn out better, recasted (lmao) and given depth. The savior trait is super cringey
I am hoping they are doing the savior thing on purpose, messing around with that common trope and way of thinking in order to show it fails in the end and carmy cannot look for salvation and healing in a singular person. I like to think the writers are smart enough to know what they are doing but we just have to wait and see i guess @THEDOORIZCLOSED
I feel like this season was to try n tone down Syd n Carmys chemistry 😭😭😭😭 And the moment they tried it, everyone is complaining how disappointing this season was n how undeveloped his n claire scenes r. Carm n Syd friendship relationship whatever is proven to be the heart of the show. Two talented chefs with lot of baggage transforming a sh!t beef shop. Syd started a strong foundation at The Bear. She's like the heart of it. Her vision n determination transform T, Marcus, and Ebra. Carmy's love for Richie transform him..... and now richie is transforming Neil n the tall skinny dark guy with the beard. The Bear is nothing without Syd n Carmy. And the writers hav to deal with them having on screen chemistry. I mean, even if they just look in each others eyes, make me blush. That's just life. We can't help who we connect with
Right! The writers and the haters are gaslighting us about Syd/Carmy. I’m low key glad this season is decisive with the audience. That’s what they get for playing in our faces. 😂
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Oh my God when Donna makes a comment about sugar having her dad’s ass I just about lost it🤣🤣
I rhink this season really focused on the journey the characters took to make their dream come true. Also the pressure and self reflection it takes to not only achieve your dream but to keep it going. It does leave you hanging on your seat wanting more, and that's what good shows are supposed to do.
S3 for me was all about "The abused become the abusers" when it comes to Carmy.
I like to think that for this season Carmy never really left the freezer from s2 ending as throughout the season a lot of the characters were covered in blue lighting. I like to think of it as the characters being stuck in the freezer and everyone just reflecting and just expanding on the issues while in this "freezer" or season
Man I loved most of season 3 just as much as any other season. Episodes 3-and 4 kind of dragged but I really don’t care as long as im hanging out with the characters. A lot of the third season was very relatable to me. I do want season 4 to be the last though.
I think you summed it up well. We get to hang out with the characters and that's something that's really enjoyable about it!
Wait you guys have already gone through most of it? 😂
@@BrainPilot the show is about humans . so we get most episodes in every season about the character
Unlike most who feel Season 3 was not as good as Seasons 1 and 2, I for one loved Season 3 as much as I had enjoyed the earlier seasons. Season 3 is like a truth bomb! It really hits the nail on the head in proving the fact that working on one's mental health and having a solid workplace is so important... Carmy's former boss really screwed him up. And the feeling of always being perfect that he instilled in Carmy has taken a bad toll on him so much so that he is becoming a carbon copy of his former boss without even realising it!
I resonated with Carmy's fear of getting bad reviews. The fear is real considering what's at stake- the restaurant itself! I interpreted the ending in a different way. Just maybe the Chicago Tribune has given a great review but Carmy is so mentally exhausted that he imagines the review to be bad! Considering the fact that Carmy has always been highly self critical it is very much possible!
It's not just the fact that Carmie is heartbroken..."she's peace." In order for him to achieve balance, joy, and strong mental health he needs to break the trauma cycle handed down to him from his family and mentors, he will need the influence Claire provides. Without that catalyst, Carm will never transform as person, and conclude his character arc. The show would be a tragic cautionary tale if Carmie doesn't change. And everyone else in the restaurant have grown and transformed, Carmie will have to as well.
I understand where you're coming from, but I'm not so sure that that's necessarily true. If we're looking at it realistically, yes Carmie needs to heal and have stable mental health, and for that he needs to break the generational trauma that he is experiencing. However, I'm not so sure that Claire's influence will support that beyond a superficial point of short term happiness. Often what a lot of people who are dealing with situations like Carmie's will push away their problems and feelings and trauma because of the short term happiness they are experiencing with their Claire, and then it will eventually create bigger problems. What I think Carmie needs is serious therapy, for a significant amount of time, but maybe with Claire's influence as a friend and nothing more. Not to mention it would be entirely unfair to Claire to be with someone as mentally and emotionally unstable and unhappy as Carmie is.
@wen261 Valid. Claire is her own person with wants and needs. And we are seeing glimpses of Carmie's experience with AA. But from a narrative perspective, the show has Claire as Carmie's catalyst towards wellness. It might be unhealthy to say he DEPENDS on her for his change, but it is a turning point for him to seek his wellness for her, for Syd as his protégé, for everyone at the Bear, and for himself.
I think Carmy needs one last big fall before he even starts addressing his problems at their core.
I think, in order to keep the restaurant afloat, he’s going to offer everything to Sydney, Richie, and Sugar; keep the restaurant alive by walking away from it so Cicero won’t pull finding. In his traumatized, demented mind, all of the problems start and end with him. So he’ll martyr himself so that what he thinks needs to happen will happen.
@derekjohnson8910 not a bad twist to end s4. But if that's the end of series, that feeds right into my 'tragic ending' assertion.
@@jessemanchester8549 I don’t think it’ll end on that note. But I think it’s Carmy’s rock bottom before he starts seeing everything wrong.
He has the exact same Martyr Complex that Donna does; I really think he’s going to talk with Cicero and make a deal: the restaurant lives, he walks away. In his mind, this solves everyone’s problems. With him gone, the driving chaos goes too. There’s stability once more.
Except that’s not how it’ll go.
If you look at Carmy’s journey as a parallel to Mikey’s, let’s look at the pathos of many suicide victims. “The world would be better off without me.” He’s not killing himself, but that’d be the way Carmy would see walking away from The Bear. But what’ll actually happen is exactly what happened when Mikey died… No stability, no hope. Just picking up the pieces left behind, carrying the emotional debt.
Carmy leaving The Bear won’t solve a thing. And I think it’ll take realizing that for him to start making actual change.
Less is more with the Faks, and then John Cena would've been enough, but it went overboard...Also, it's becoming a whole cliché how often absolutely everyone says "I love you" across the board, with zero specificity to character
Yeah I get that to be fair!
Yeah that's true... Everyone says i love you to Everyone way too much
@@joshuaonuh7549 isn't it weird? Like, everyone, to everyone else constantly, no matter what the relationship they say i love you all in the same way🤔🤔🤔
@@chefnedarque Ehh, I'm like that with friends,family etc. I say tell people you love them now, don't wait til they're pushing daisies.
i liked season 3, and the reason it felt like it was running in place and directionless is bc i feel like they tried to convey that’s dreams don’t come as expected. they all thought they could handle but sometimes you don’t, so you have to fail to realize what u did wrong. and i think carmy is at that point. i feel like this is the chaos that we didn’t expect bc of season 2 but it is something we should of expected.
Sydney is his calm (peace) not Claire. Wonder why they keep saying it is Claire?
I don't think that Carmie himself really knows to be honest. Carmie and everyone around him still believes that childhood crush and Claire is the best thing for him simply because that's what they know. Claire makes him more evidently happy, because she is a distraction from all his problems, whereas Sydney is his calm but is still within the box of his problems, so it doesn't show as much. Thats my opinion anyway.
Sydney is a work thing . Claire in his heart
@@FarmerJABnah. Sydney is his peace. If you remember in season 2 Carrie was having a panic attack and his mind was racing and his thoughts also went to Claire but his panic attack went away when he started thinking about Sydney.
@@MCaraPlays Oh surely you’re not trying to make out he’s in love with Sydney? He’s not.
@@MCaraPlays In season 3, episode 9, at 39:12, the Faks say to Claire “You’re the peace”. Repeated at 39:14.
I found this season just as good as the others. It's so raw and feels like real life captured from all angles. I get that many people enjoy raging yelling and drama every episode, but there is so much more to explore with these characters, and they're doing a great job doing that.
I agree! The episodes can't stay at 100mph all the time, it's unrealistic and unstable.
This season was more artistic than the previous to me. I think it is amazing television. I place The Bear on my top ten list with The Wire, The Sopranos, Madmen, and Breaking Bad, etc
Watching this show as a casual enjoyer. This season really went out there and showed different cinematography. I personally loved it and while season 2 is my favorite season. The final episode of season 3 really is a love letter to all these to the people behind the food which are chefs. Also fucking love the Faks Matty and Ricky comedy gold but also with a heart of gold!
This the best show out right now. The acting is truly the chef's kiss!
This season felt a bit incomplete. There was no resolution, and with the way it ended on a cliffhanger, it makes me believe that this and season 4 were meant to be a package. I remember seeing articles about them being ready to film the two seasons back to back, but apparently the s4 script wasn’t finished in time. I imagine when that comes out, season 3 will look a lot better, but as of right now it’s kinda just there. It’s like opening a book and the second half is all missing. There’s a lot of drama and set up but I can’t fully judge it bcuz I don’t have the rest
I think it was a season to set up season 4 however i enjoyed it! I loved how in the end he lets everything off his chest to the chef that traumatized him. Hopefully this starts something new in him. Can’t wait for season 4
I also think that their is something cooking between Richie and Jess.
Yeah! I'd quite like to see Richie navigating that dynamic
You have Carmy's timeline wrong. His first job was staging at the French Laundry in Napa, then went to Ever back in Chicago, followed by Noma in Copenhagen. NY was his 4th stop, not his 1st.
I feel like this season was a really message to us about the show itself. The menu changes every day, like every episode. There was a break between back of house and front of house, like between the past show and new show. The non negotiables about how it will be done etc. there are so many things that correlate between how the producers know they have to do the show and why they are doing it, we just have to trust and let it happen?
Kinda like how Chef had many connections to making a movie
the scene if Nat and Donna listening to the song gutted me. the whole episode built to that moment and i couldnt help by cry.
this season really shone most in the long dialogue scenes where you just spend 10-15 minutes listening to the characters talk. the conversations feel so natural and profound.
this season wasnt perfect but the moments that rocked really rocked.
Awesome review this season was not a strong as S2 but it was decent. Im excited for S4
Great breakdown. I think that season 2 is still the best, but this was a great season. Nothing really happened, but i think that was the point, the show gives the characters time to fail, not do anything and just be paralyzed. I think it is almost as good as the previous season, but it wasnt so attractive from the viewer perspective. I also think, that when season 4 releases, season 3 will be regarded as better. In season 4 we are gonna get all of the pay off, which is gonna be excellent, but we must give credit for the amazing build up season 3 gave us.
This is the best summary of this season I’ve seen. I subbed up for more content like this! I keep telling my husband this show is my new Madmen! They both show a deeply troubled man at the height of their career. Great tv!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!
At one time, I was Tina. I was an older, displaced worker. I didn't understand why Tina hated Sydney at first until her featured episode. Looking through Tina's eyes, she saw Sydney as the epitome of what caused her losing her job, and being booted out for not being young. I was booted out for a fresh faced college grad. I too was a college grad - just not new or fresh faced.
I really don’t like the direction they had Sydney’s character going. They showed her fear of commitment resulting from her past failures and I get that she sees the restaurant as dysfunctional but her motivations don’t correspond with her actions, or should I say inactions. She is never around for Carmy’s R&D, never has a come to Jesus moment to get Carmy to share the direction of the menu or heal with Richie for the sake of unifying the front and back of the house. Her running seems forced or not coming from anything specific. I get the dates on the tickets show the progress of time and that what’s going on is a slow burn on everyone but this seems to be the rare case where showing isn’t enough and a blip of dialogue would have been nice to understand Syd’s motivations.
The season felt like the kitchen life, crazy, chaotic, sad, dramatic, happy and beautiful
The problem is trying to compare season 3 with season 2.
When the show wasn't even sure if it would be picked up for more seasons after season 2, the producers and director gave season 2 their all!
Season 3, I feel, is a foundation for seasons to come. Something we didn't get in Season 1 at all really. So, they had to backtrack and give us more in-depth character development.
I wasn't Wowed by season 3, but I knew I wouldn't be after Season 2's insanely phenomenal "WOW" factor.
I didn't hate season 3 at all. I see it as a stepping stone for seasons to come!
Something I really liked that was set up in the first episode montage and expound upon as the season went on was how Carmy had all these mentors who were caring, thoughtful, and genuinely took an interest in him as both a chef and person by nurturing and developing him to be the best he could be in both facets. But the only one he ever actively thinks about (almost incessantly) and influences him is the socoiopathic narcissist who has this destructive hold on him mentally and emotionally. All those caring parental figures he could've latched onto (ironic and sad too because he clearly never had an true 'parent' growing up too love and raise him in a healthy way/environment and is something he clearly yearns for) and the one that seemingly won out and he feels the need to gain the acknowledgment/respect/approval of is the evil bastard.
Yes and it's a common thing people with CPTSD do
Season 3 is, for me, a masterpiece in character. The show is about healing and growing. The main character is still struggling with thr healing and affecting that growth in others since Season 2. Carmy btought back the inmature Richie that he helped nurture in the past season and that shot with the two sides of the kitchen was brilliant. Richie is healing, but his fight or flight response is only showing against Carmy, who is the character that is regressing the most because of a heartbreak. It is the foundation of Carmy's growth in the future. The first episode of season 3 for me is a masterpiece, it shows how Carmy is actually trying to remember the good things, but is haunted by his sefl thoughts and trauma. But by comfronting the man who gave the most trauma, he is starting to heal and he knows he need to step up, he just doesn't know how to do it. It is a great season.
Psycho babble
Very interesting! And I agree. This show is about healing your inner-child. There are a few themes going on.
I enjoyed your review. 2,1, and 3 are my ratings. I still enjoyed learning the back stories on the characters. l'm excited to see it moving forward. I want it to go out strong!
Glad you enjoyed! Yeah that's a fair ranking!
Season 3 will be what season 1 was to 2. Season 4 will tear us apart beautifully.
It was great. But it felt like I watched 10 episodes of the show, and the story progressed the equivalent of 2. Like they didn't know where they wanted to go, so they made this beautifully artsy 10 episode arc with all the feels, but where nothing happens.
Great review! I agree with almost everything in this, especially the lack of interest in the Claire storyline.
Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video!
You have a phenomenal way of breaking things down! Thank you!!! 🐻😊
Glad you enjoyed!
Figuring out the timeline was pure craziness
Season 3 is good but not better than the first two. It feels like a Part 1 of 2 rather than a standalone season. John Cena as a Fak was a twist I didn’t see coming and truly enjoyed 😂
A slight step back from season 2 but still really good imo. Can’t wait for season 4.
Season 3 was a season 2 DLC for me
Is Richard going to be a part owner? I don't think they went over that.
Episode “napkins” was the best episode in this season really heart warming
Yeah it definitely was
This may be an unpopular opinion, but there were 2 things that made this season annoying to me. A little with the Claire thing. The bigger one for me is… Richie. Like he’s probably correct to be a bit resentful of Carmy and all but part of me is like “dude, Carmy is the owner. Stop acting like you actually own the front/dinner area. At the end of the day you’re an employee there. And the reason why you have your ‘purpose’ now is cuz of Carmy.” Also, I agree that the season felt a bit directionless and had too much Fak brothers
The Tina and Sugar centric episodes though. Amazing
This was a fantastic analysis and summary
Thank you, great insight. Love your commentary. No show like it, I love it. Didn't think I could handle it. thanks again.
Glad you enjoyed it
They made me rewatch BURNT 😂 just because of a connecting cameo damnit they got me
I hope season 4 comes out sooner than later, how about September.
Break down BURNT brother as it’s now connected to this “universe” apparently 😂 idk what they were thinking but hey we get Bradley, Sienna, Daniel, Uma and Alicia
Changing the menu everyday was insane. All that wasted money and food.
Yeah I didn’t care too much for this season. Just didn’t feel like anything happened. Only episode I truly liked was Ice Chips. My favorite part of the first two seasons was the dynamic between Richie and Carmy. Welp, all they did this whole season was tell each other to fuck off.
Agreed. It felt like the relationship regressed back to how it was in Season 1.
@@KadayiPolokov even in season 1 when they argued, I could understand both sides of it. Richie was holding onto the last piece of Mikey when he argued with Carmy about how to run the restaurant, while Carmy wanted to transform the restaurant into a better place for everyone. But in season 3 when they argue, it’s literally just them telling each other to fuck off. I do think Carmy’s apology was lame and not enough, but the way Richie acts isn’t warranted either.
Shout out to the Faks they were a welcome bit of manic comic relief. The John Cena bit was a welcome surprise.
Looking at this show as a profile about dysfunctional relationships rather than a restaurant show gives me a different perspective. As a relationship show S3 is stellar and appropriate in relation to the other 2 seasons. It’s very relatable with plenty of lessons.
Carmy isolates everyone
It was frustrating to see Carmie fail to progress in dealing with his anxiety/ego. He’s a character, because of his trauma, and troubled past, I want to root for. but given season 4 will be the last I’m not sure he will get a happy ending. I expect bittersweet at best.
Really appreciate this thoughtful analysis of this brilliant show. I think Tina's story and episode was the one that resonated with me. A woman in my mid-50's this hit hard. Did feel there were too many montages of Carmy at different restaurants. It was fine in one episode, but was a bit overdone. Also his relationship with Claire wasn't moving plot forward. However, I did like episode of Donna with her mother, played masterfully by the great Jamie Lee Curtis who was absolutely brilliant. And I think Richie and Sid have shown greatest development. Sid ought to leave as she is being seriously devalued for her talents by Carmy and has a chance for her own kitchen. Richie does such an important job and Carmy is missing it. I do care about Carmy very much, but he is letting that former Chef to haunt him and is becoming the guy he detested. I was a graduate student in a famous lab as a grad student back in 90's and while it helped me grow into the professional that I am today, it was mentally scarring. I get Carmy, but I also get he can let these metaphorical demons go. I hope season 4 shows us that growth. And other chefs in season are showing growth, but less about them.
This season felt like a lead up to season 4
Honestly this season feels incomplete. By the end of the season almost every character was still dealing with thier own issues.
Yeah it very much felt like the first of a second part!
They should have marketed it as Season 3: Part 1, with Season 4 renamed to Season 3: Part 2. That would have been more honest. 10 episodes and barely any storyline resolution made for a pretty disappointing and frustrating watch.
Its literally incomplete. “To be continued…”😂😂😂😂😂
I felt the negative review clips were also intermixed with positive ones so I think it is more showing the turmoil and worry of how the review will be.
i believe that the point of the season was to show multiple themes of the show. However, the most present theme was a mentors affects over there followers. I believe this is setting up for carmy to become more like his ass hole of a teacher and then rub off on Sydney ending with her just as fucked up as him. Like a cautionary tale. There doesnt need to be a happy ending.
Mikey was the star
Yeah he was great in this season!
I genuinely don't understand why people are obsessed with Carmy and Syd ending up together. They've got a very powerful connection for sure, but I never felt it was romantic whatsoever, and the actors don't really have that kind of chemistry either. I feel like I'm taking crazy pills every time someone mentions it.
They have a shared passion for food for sure, and they operate on a similar wavelength, but I agree that is the extent of it.
It gets weirder and deeper. Some chics have a crush on Carmy and by Syd getting with him it validates them. Theres alot of racist stuff said ab Claire and also Sydney all bc fans are fighting for Carmys affection. They are even trying to put the actors together just bc they hug one another. Someone wrote an actual op ed ab Syd and Carmy and how they *should* be together bc they know how black women are so supportive but undervalued etc and it would give relief (dont ask) to see her appreciated and valued in that way. They think this show is One Tree Hill which had the most famous love triangle between Lindsay, Peyton and Brooke and then that “you were the comet” moment. Iykyk. I PRAY TO GOD Carmy and Sydney do not have a “you were the peace” moment. I will be
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yeah I agree. Good season I liked it a little bit more than S1 but it honestly feels like a set up/supporting/filler season. Doesn't mean it's bad I just hope s4 really let's the show rip like s2
Though this season was a stepdown,i gotta say it had good ones,like the first episode,Tina's episode, and the last episode,along with the mickey flashbacks and fak scenes.
Best episode was Tina’s! That’s as real as it gets
Yeah it was such a good episode!
One of the few shows that lived up to the hype.
Yeah it really does
I think with all the flashbacks and montages they kinda forgot to film a season
This season was too short and too long in some episodes..can't wait for season 4
Frank and Richie trying to not like each other 😂 they just couldn’t do it
Excellent review! I feel the same. Question: What is the card he stares at and then leaves behind? Is it a religious card ? Is he in a church? The final scene in the finale cliffhanger.
Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! I believe that was the card from the funeral of Marcus' mother
I think that’s actually the card from Mikey’s funeral! Another copy of it is taped up in the restaurant in the office or near the sandwich window I think. And Marcus’s mom’s funeral had different cards with a woman (Mary?) on the front
@@gahDealingwithlife That makes sense! So so good.
This season frustrated a lot of people. However, I have hope that it’ll make more sense and make it more satisfying in season 4. Everything that happened in season 3 will make more of an impact once we all watched season 4. The writers are great at story telling so I have hope.
i honestly really enjoyed this season. i don’t think they’ll ever top season 2 as it’s one of the best seasons of a show ever but i thought it was great. very anxiety infusing but also hopeful in other aspects. i actually like the carmy claire story line. idk if it’s just cause of the episode they played can’t hardly wait by the replacements (one of the best songs of one of the best records by one of the best bands ever). the music in the show is incredible but in this season its was even more so. mk gee, adriane lenker, cocteau twins, carole king, the OG baby i love you (ramones cover is great too). the words flashing when the review dropped ARE NOT from the actually review. its carmys hopes and fears about what it says. i believe he said motherfucker for something else. he got multiple text from unc. perhaps unc saying “great review. btw i need the money you owe me asap. you’ve got x amount of time”. saying motherfucker cause a great thing happened but it’s not enough. or maybe syd texted saying she’s leaving but she doesn’t seem like the type to not do that face to face. can’t wait for s4
I love each season and 3 was intimate to me. I loved it and the focus on character development. I don’t care for Carmy or Claire ‘s love arc. That was the weakest part for me
The Claire thing is so fascinating to me. It explores his attempt to reach beyond his discipline and his family to something that may actually bring him joy, but that which he fears almost more than anything else. It's tragic yet promises a potentially hopeful future.
Never found the show appealing. The acting is top notch and a few episodes of the show are literally the best tv I’ve ever seen… the rest exists.
It sounds like you find the show appealing.
I thought I enjoyed The Bear’s third season, but not enough for how I expected it to be. By no means, I don’t think there was anything bad with all of its 10 episodes. Overall, I thought it was soooo fucking quick, plain and simple.
To my understanding, I believe that this new season is just made to build up and prep up for the bigger storyline in Season 4. I don’t doubt they cooking for something big and fucking crazy next season.
The fact they were shooting both seasons back to back, I hope this means we get Season 4 sooner than later, like maybe Christmas time??
I thought all the words flashing at the end was the anxiety of Carmy showing again. There are a few other times that he visualizes terrible reviews about his restaurant and all the things he is self-conscious about with it.
Looking at this show as a profile about dysfunctional relationships rather than a restaurant show gives me a different perspective. As a relationship show S3 is stellar and appropriate in relation to the other 2 seasons. It’s very relatable with plenty of lessons.
I don’t think Carmy became the abrasive chef he is only that guy now because he is punishing himself because of his relationship with Claire and what happened at end of S2. All of this gives him an excuse to revert to beating his self up to feel worthless like he feels/felt around his family especially his mom. It will be interesting to know how the dad related to the family. I hope we see that in S4.
I just want this show to have a good ending. Every character is so beautifully carved that you end up having a sweet spot for everyone. I hope that Carmy makes peace with his past. I also know in reality this won't hold so the makers would not go for it.
Yeah I hope it has a good one too!
They better keep it as a binge