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DARK - A Companion To The Netflix TV Series

The Third Season of the Podcast – The Unknown In Dark

Apr 1, 2021
The hosts critique the character 'the unknown' in Dark, expressing dislike for his cheesiness. They discuss the lack of heart and character connection in season three. They explore different perspectives portrayed by characters and discuss the disappointment with the season three ending. The hosts also talk about their love for Dark, their experiences working on other projects, and express excitement for an upcoming episode on Nietzsche.
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Quick takeaways

  • The introduction of the unknown character in season three of the Dark TV series undermines the strong character-driven storytelling of the previous seasons.
  • Season three of Dark lacks the same level of character development as the previous seasons, with excessive exposition and monologuing that hampers the emotional connection with the audience.

Deep dives

Critique of the Unknown Character and Season Three

Season three introduces the character of the unknown, who becomes a central focus of the season. However, the unknown's presence feels forced and out of place compared to the character-driven storytelling of seasons one and two. Their three different versions lack development and their motivations are unclear. The unknown's role in the story undermines the careful machinations and depth of the other characters, which were strong points of the previous seasons. The introduction of the unknown shifts the focus towards plot-driven exposition rather than meaningful character connections, resulting in a departure from the themes and tone established in earlier seasons.

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