Atlanta Season 3 Ep 9 | Loose Ends and The Story of O.J.
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- Breakdown of Atlanta Season 3 Episode 9
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Amazing, in depth analysis. More people need to see these. Such and underrated and brilliant season of TV. Thanks for doing these.
Love seein some of my favourite TH-camrs show love to eachother
@@NineNerdYards you've definitely got a sub from me bro. Dope writing and analysis the vids I've watched so far
And I'm also from Zim😁
It wasn't underrated though. It has 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, making it one of the most critically acclaimed seasons of the 21st century.
I heard this episode was supposed to be the finale, but then Donald changed his mind. Could you imagine having Aaron's smile as the last thing we saw on this season lmao
Would have been 10x better than the actual finale
This feels more like the season finale despite being an anthology episode.
Would’ve hated that. Van’s episode was a great finale
I think they changed it to make it relevant to Kevin Samuels death
@@johnpablo2772 makes a lot of sense
Kevin Samuels and his “black tests” was the best part of the episode for me and I was dying laughing. Shame we can’t see him follow up on this performance
So true
Yeah. I wish that he found acting instead of toxic punditry. It was such a missed opportunity. The man had some real acting talent
Paul Moonie would have been the best choice. But Samuels did well. RIP to them both. 🙏🏾💯
Wow didn’t expect someone to bring up Paul Mooney. 😭
@@letzsnuggzz the truth telling isn’t for everyone.
Out of interest what did he say that was toxic?
One of my favorite lines in history of TV even to this day was when Carlton from Fresh Prince was not considered black enough to get into a fraternity and he said " Being black isn't what I'm trying to be, it's what I am. I'm running the same race and jumping the same hurdles you are, so why are you tripping me up? You said we need to stick together, but you don't even know what that means. If you ask me, you're the real sellout."... still love that scene and that line
That show is full of some of the greatest!
This episode is a masterpiece.
This series needs to be discussed in Film schools.
I so agreed!
My favorite line was "What color are Wendy's napkins?"
Aaron’s last line made this the funniest episode of the whole season 😂😂😂 I literally screamed laughing when he said it
I must have watched that scene like 20x. I bust up every time.
Same! 😅
That “ in my life” and the brush 🤣
😂😂😂
I apologize if somebody has mentioned this but that "pencil test" joke is referencing the "pencil test" that the Apartheid government would perform by putting a pencil in your hair. How easily it is to take the pencil out determined if you were considered white/black. This was a reverse pencil test lol
Good pull
Never thought about that
Just thought the pencil was a joke cause we beat on the lunch tables all the time in jhs
The part about a 15 year old being shot when reaching for a phone is a reference to the Stephen Clark shooting in 2018 when police claim that they thought he had a gun when it was actually a phone. This is also referenced in the This is America lyric "this a celly, that's a tool"
thank you
This episode had so many references to actual Atlanta, that was missed too. From White Grady (Grady is known as the hospital for poor black people), threatening Aaron with taking the MARTA, the public transportation line for the city, typically riddin by the working class black population; also Cobb County, one of the whitest counties petitioned not to have Marta built up to its County afraid it would bring more blacks into the area. Lithonia, where the Nigerian kid said he was from is a heavily black populated area of Georgia. Lastly, taking down the name of Stonewall Jackson, the confederate leader is reminiscent of Stone Mountain park. The side of the mountain has a carving of Stonewall Jackson, Robert E. Lee (not S), and President of the confederate states, Jefferson Davis. For years, people have unsuccessfully petitioned to have the carving removed from the side of the mountain, but to this day it's still there showing its embarrassing confederate glory. Also, I believe Donald Glover is from the stone mountain area. Lastly, just wanted to correct your pronunciation of Lake Lanier. It's Lake Lah-near. I love your analysis also so I hope this gives you more context on the depth of the writing.
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Thank you for the insight!
As a Stone Mountain / lithonia native this breakdown was spot on 😂😂😂
And to this day kkk rallies are still held at Stone Mountain park
It's actually more deep than that with Grady. Back in the day Grady hospital was segregated into the white wings and black wings of the hospital. So much so that people used to call it "The Gradys" when referring to Grady Hospital. So when Samuels told the paramedic to take the kid to "White Grady" he was making reference to the racist past of the hospital.
I had deja vu when George Wallace called Arron out for being white, it reminded me of when Loraine called Al out about being white at the end of ep. 8.... and they even recycled the line of how ‘he can’t have black friends because they would have told him about his outfit before going in’, just like Loraine said Al “can’t have real friends because they would’ve told him Chanel is for women"
Lorraine was toxic, as was his mother I guess.
@@Ronkyort0dox Lorraine was in his head. Basically his mother's voice in his head.
@@FafiLPDoll Right, Lorraine gave him hard pills to swallow. Plus he was tripping, let’s not forget.
@@Ronkyort0dox It was a representation of his subconscious. She wasnt literally his mother. She shared her name because he misses her.
@@FafiLPDoll Interestingly enough, Al's mother's name is Lorraine.
I love how Atlanta stays on top of the culture.
Atlanta was such a brilliant show on so many levels.
The final form of Aaron at the end was hilarious
12:30 “so now you’re not white anymore, you’re light skinned?” Inserting the “you were white yesterday “ clip from the Reparations episode was pure genius and made me lol. It’s probably a stretch, but with all of the white Earns this season do you think this character was purposefully named Aaron because they sound similar? I absolutely love your Atlanta deep dive reviews , look forward to them every week, and have recommended them to many fans. May TH-cam never claim your firstborn or break your knees! 🖤 Mmm, mmm, mmm
I think in this instance Aaron is a stand in for Al in the fashion episode. Like his blackness was a commodity that he sold, but when he needed to be true to it, it was still used as a product in ways he didn't anticipate. Aaron denied his blackness until it didn't benefit him anymore, and when he needed it he was still seen as the white boy he'd been posing as all along.
It's also worthy to mention that Felix was actual the guy trolling Aaron and accusing him of camping when they were playing that flamethrower game. Anyone pick up on that?
I think that makes the most sense.
@@NineNerdYards Are we sure they're not the two kids from the Robbin Season opening? th-cam.com/video/9mniuQ8zRZ0/w-d-xo.html
Donald Glover a damn FOOL for the “black auditions!” This is (Dave Chappelle Skit show) tho! legendary!
@Guzmann 3005 play it back and listen closely it sounds pretty much like Felix
yes the voice was the same
I’m gonna miss this anthology style they really put out some incredible thought provoking funny ass art I’m glad they took this route now season 4 will just be perfect cause you kinda miss this at this point n it’s a lot of questions this season was the season of build up n question n 4 is either gonnna be answers n clarity or cliff hangers n more questions
Donald said s4 goes back to it's roots and they just had fun so I think we'll see them more then. They wanted to send a message with this one which is dope
@@denzell3460 yeah too bad so many of the fans are shitting on it just because it doesn’t involve the main crew as much
Season 4 is much more sensual and storyline. Still the classic three, more bonding and more of Van and Lottie. Good so far
What annoyed me was the dad thinking fafsa and student loans are the same thing. When it is completely different from student loans and are considered a grant. Meaning you don’t have to pay it back.
Yess. I think it speaks to how many people don’t actually know what financial aid they could have access to and give up on going to college all together.
@@ZZ-qy5mv Yup I agree especially with how Aaron clearly put off signing up for any scholarships or anuthing
He’s a bad dad. Who does do everything for their kid. You want them to go to school. I’m not signing a loan! Please
@@samanthab1923 Yeah really wish people knew the difference from grants and loans
BRUH SERIOUSLY HIS DAD WAS AN UNSUPPORTIVE ASSHOLE i learned how fafsa work when i was in in high school so i spent this whole episode thinking about how selfish his dad was for not tryna help
I like the subtle touch they add when casting for actors and actresses. Atlanta is amazing. Aaron definitely sounded more like a person who was raised around black folk when talking. And in the car before I even seen the dad. I knew he might be biracial based on that.
This was the funniest episode of the season, my favorite too. His name being Robert Lee is hilarious & the Tribunal knew the moment Aaron walked in that he was NOT getting the scholarship.
"I've got teachers that have lasted longer than your fucking heritage" shots fired!
As Aaron spits game to a white woman and breaks the 4th wall to look at the audience, and let them know he's on game now.
As the overlay of Donald Glover's name pulls up, slightly mirroring DG's real life interracial relationship, while accepting/embracing his culture..
.... also.... I might be wrong 😄😄😄
I don't think people getting the ending.... he being super attracted to a white woman.... solidifies his blackness.... in the same way getting shot by police did.... which is a major issue in black communities.... successful black men leaving for white women..... now he really black was the 4th wall nod
You are correct!
I really just can’t believe how much knowledge you have on things, like how, I don’t catch half the references
I could be reaching...but Aaron's look at the end, mixed with the music and the credits is VERY reminiscent of the end of Michael Jackson's "Thriller" video.
If someone has already made this comparison, my bad...but definitely got Thriller vibes from the format of the ending and credits.
Loose Ends and The System are two of thee most *UNFUCKWITHABLE BANDS OF ALL TIME!!!* and I appreciate Atlanta for including them
Bro Became the ultimate lightskin at the end 😂😂😂love this show man🙌🏾
This show reminds me so much of Leigon as it starts to really take its strides into the surreal for the sake of building complex moral arguments. Every single vignette ends up folding back to the main story this season in really massive ways! It’s been great to watch the last two episodes have been my favorite and I’m thankful we have one more season!
I think it's because they were both filmed my hiro murai
Another perfectly well done episode recap. I really hope the cast and crew of Atlanta see the the levels of appreciation you have for their works.
See you at the finish line next week. Mmm mmm mmm
Let me start off by saying that your channel is by far one of my favorite TH-cam channels, I always get anxious for each new episode so I can hear your breakdowns. Thank you for the content. This episode came at the most perfect time, I would like to highlight the scenes of the flamethrowers. I’m from Buffalo and what just happened this past weekend is a prime example of this episode when these young adults are playing these games having this anger and want to carry out violence in real life. The parallels between black and white and the uncomfortable discussions that need to had with our youth today because they’re so ignorant. This episode definitely sums up a lot of what’s going on now.
I love your Atlanta recaps… I love the deep dives…you should have way more subscribers
Best Atlanta commentary on TH-cam fr ! Waited all week for this
I have been eagerly waiting for your analysis of this episode. More than other YT channels. You go deep.
So much to unpack in this one.
Being biracial, not really passing as white or black, this episode hit close to home, and I did have to ask myself a couple of questions. But that song loose ends was definetly hmhmhm
Yeah, looking at your profile pic, it looks like this episode was made for you. 👌🏾
I related too had a lot of identity issues growing up but I really found myself as I grew older
@@tonybalony1811 haha damn
@@deressa9552 😂 he’s not wrong you really are Aaron, stay strong & stay away from the flamethrowers
Lmao "stay away from flame throwers" Im weak
These videos greatly deepen my understanding of the show. I didn't like this episode much on first viewing, but hearing your perspective and all the things pointed out really gives me a better appreciation for it. With the season ending, I think I'll miss these videos more than the actual show.
Best Atlanta breakdowns on YT. You’re going places man!👏🏾💪🏾🙏🏾🔥
I loved this episode! I wonder if this was filmed in black and white because of the movie Imitations of Life - in that movie the main character was also white passing and did not claim her “blackness “ a great film. This was such a great video ! Love your channel
Brother loving the break downs, also you had me rolling with the part about Felix and you. Appreciate the prospetive Stay human my man✊🏿
This video ateeee lol the analysis was great, u really point out some things I missed/ references I didn’t know. Positive vibrations 🌞
Such a good break down, all these other channels just give a summary of what I watched. I love your attention to detail.
Love your videos man, every week I get so excited to watch it
Mmm mmm mmm what a great analysis! 🎉 I agree, this anthology episode and trini 2 the bone really made me open up to the expansive world build and message the show runners are presenting. Even though I wish we had more episodes with the main cast as well, they still have a chance to really finish this season off on a high note as a whole.
So glad they made this episode
I swear Felix was one of the kids talking trash online. Noticed the voice right away.
I was thinking that too. Would have been funny if that’s what caused their fire fight.
I wait specifically for your break downs. Great work!
Great work on this review. Amazing discussion.
Thank you so much for your incredible reviews
I was waiting for this. 🔥🔥🔥
Yo, your breakdown of this episode is the best so far keep it up RIP KS
Haha love the placement of the "You were white yesterday?!" clip from the earlier reparations episode
Lol I was proud of that edit.
Love your breakdown, this is my favourite episode of a season thats proving to be a different beast from anything out there. I was conflicted coz i found it amazing & disturbing at the same time but thats a good thing(forget where i heard this but if u feel exactly the same way after watching a movie as u did before it, the movie failed.) I love the conversation Donalds having thru this show because its difficult and often confusing which forces u think(alot of shows/movies are so predictable & formulaic weve been brainwashed to hollywoods brand of entertainment). I personally enjoyed seeing Kevin Samuels, i laughed my ass off when the principal gave him a huge intro and he walked out to no applause🤣🤣🤣 that was a great touch. Keep up the awesome work!
As a new subscriber, I am thrilled to have a REAL Frame-by Frame Analysis and breakdown and your opinions of the latest episode of Atlanta. I will be liking and sharing your videos even the ones that I have not watched. Your videos are a breath of fresh in-regards to what is already out there!
Thank you!
your analysis are so good! thank you very much for the time you takin or this
Mm mm mmm, there was one more ep but I’ve more than appreciated these recaps! Thank you!! Respect!!!
Love your recaps ⭐️
5:17 That was one of my middle schools. There was also a school I went to named Nathan B. Forrest that was renamed to Westside Highschool. Robert E. Lee still has the same name
This is one of my best anthology episodes. And I always wait for your breakdowns, they are awesome.
Hopefully, you'll continue breaking down black media as Atlanta is coming to an end. We need more of those like F.D Signifier and Primm's Hood Cinema etc
I really be waiting on these vids man channels like this help the hype of weekly shows
You the goat with these critiques fr.
Amazing analysis, thank you
I am EAGERLY awaiting your finale review. Like I’m hype!
Great commentary thank u for sharing
Great episode and great review!
Thanks I binge watch this season and had so many unanswered questions about each episode
Great analysis!
Man, I love this channel and the comment section. Really fills in the water-cooler space I need. None of my friends have Hulu and my girl has a quota on how many 'challenging' shows she'll watch at a time (She's SPED teacher. She deserves to relax when she can). So I just wanna thank you for making both the content and the conversation space. [edit: Would love to see you finish the Herman Cain piece when this season is done]
Thank you! Wow someone who actually likes the HC video. Thank you!
@@NineNerdYards he's been fascinating since he came on the political scene. While I'll never agree with his politics or treatment of women, he was charismatic and even deeply tragic by the end. And I find his eponymous award hilarious. He's like the sad Ronald McDonald version of Colin Powell/Clarence Thomas.
Tragic is the perfect way to describe Herman
Man taking all year to upload lmaooo you had me stressed out 😂😂😂💕 the content!
Really good break down, nailed it!!
You have done such a great job dissecting this season. After I finish each episode I can’t wait for you to drop a new video. I feel like I get to nerd out and have an open dialogue about the show. Hope you keep it up next season. Oh and “ Mhm mm mm.. damn shame”
Was waiting on this review for days. Excellent work as always. Atlanta is climbing the ladder as one of my favorite shows of all time
Great breakdown - thanks!
Been waiting for this yesssss 😈
ATLANTA is such a good show
Congratulations on your exponential growth man. Keep up the good work.
With Atlanta being one of my favorite shows I'm glad I'm came across your page
That brush was iconic
Love it man. I‘m from Germany and love your stuff. thx man
This was funny as hell! I love when I don't watch something good then binge watch after work.
Great vid, per usual! Believe that violin score you reference when Aaron's gf breaks up with him is from (and/or based on) the score from Zeffirelli's Romeo and Juliet film. Which also has deeper/double meaning, since he and his gf represent star-crossed lovers from different sides of the tracks.
Such a good breakdown
Another one, yes sir, you give the best reviews of this show. provocative,deep, I appreciate the insight that you give. Mmm,mmm,mmm. Keep up the good work and yes this was my favorite episode of the whole season. it touches on so many things that people are afraid to talk about and I think that’s the point of the one off episodes to have those discussions. Again, mmm, mmm, mmm.
By far, the best review of this episode.
Fantastic video and breakdown yet again bro! I’ll also add on the Camp vinyl (or album cover) that I didn’t notice. Camp is Gambino’s album that explores blackness and whiteness the most. On there, and it’s been a while since I’ve given it a full listen, he talks about being too white for the black kids, too black for the whites and wanting to be a role model for middle class black kids like himself since he didn’t have (m)any growing up. mm mm mmm.
Your analysis of each episode are the best. Hopefully the last season will be in Atlanta
Bro the pen tap drumbeat at the beginning. You’re the best Atlanta breakdown
"I got t-shirts that have lasted longer than your heritage!" Damn that's funny! And very poignant! Great video as always, man!
Yesssirr
Been waiting on this
Let's goooo!!!!
Rip Kevin Samuels... I love this show. Dope video and channel bro we appreciate ya
fully agree with this analysis, one of my favorite episodes, and I got a lot of favorites. It's wild that we are already at the end. Mm-mm-mm
I think a part off this you missed is that his character never really switched up, he just was more accepted by the white people than the black people for being himself. However in the conversation with them at the school you can tell that he is the odd man out and doesn't fully fit in with the other white people to. This also ties into Gambino's earlier albums a lot where he talks a lot about not being accepted by the black community for being a certain way and typically fit in more with white people. Donald was still black like the character is but his "blackness" was always going to be questioned because of how he acts, interests, etc. However like Aaron its uncomfortable being the only black person hanging with only white people because they say shit exactly like what they said in the show lol. Also the whole scene with the "blackness test" fits with my thoughts on this as well. Aaron doesn't have the "stereotypical black answer" therefore he is deemed not black further alienating him from any one real group. I think this is once again taking a dig at the fact that as a black person your supposed to "act a certain way" and this is something we perpetuate ourselves as seen in the episode. Gambino had an old interview talking about "new black" essentially saying he wants black kids to be able to be whoever they want the way white people can and also talks about this on camp hence the album being at the beginning of the episode. Also at the end he gives into the pressure and becomes a stereotype they want him to be once again further perpetuating the cycle.
You honestly should do more deep dives in shows and movies like this
Surprised by how good Kevin Samuels was in this!
But yes, great work as always.
An important angle I was hoping you could may be touch on a bit more is one hinted on by the kid asking for the wave check: the ADOS (American Descendant of Slaves)=Blackness conversation. The ADOS movement has been garnering steam in recent years (especially as pertains reparations), but such experiences as represented by Felix shows how non-ADOS Black people in the US are still confronted with the isms that come with Blackness in the US (whether they choose to see it or not.)
Bro I’ve been waiting for what you have to say, Fr though it feels like your channel has millions of views but your so engaging I appreciate you bro Fr fr
Best show out there, great review and breakdown man, liked and subscribed!
Wish I found this channel earlier. Love the breakdown of each episode!
So glad i found your channel 🙌🏾keep it up bro
Eyy! Thank you for the #Upgrade shout out bro!
Song is fire bro.
Just started subscribing last week and I'm loving your commentary bro. On the real I think it's pretty cool to have an African American of Zimbabwean heritage commentating about a show with one of its main characters as an African American with heritage from another African country (since we as Americans for the most part just say "African" without getting anymore specific about that humongous continent 😆). Keep doing your thing bro and I'm glad that your channel and subscribers are growing...
Well done 👑
Great breakdown! Earned a sub.
If if wasnt for student loans, it would have taken me even longer to graduate college.
I'm very thankful for student loans. It was a great self investment. 🙏🏽