The Third Season of the Podcast – The Unknown In Dark
Apr 1, 2021
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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.
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.
The focus on the unknown character and the rushed nature of season three overshadow the potential exploration of themes of pain, love, and loss, which could have provided a more emotionally resonant ending.
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.
The Rushed Nature of Season Three
Season three feels rushed and lacks the same level of character development as the previous seasons. There is an excessive amount of exposition and monologuing, which hampers the emotional connection between the audience and the characters. While the final episode is impactful and ties many things together, the preceding episodes would have benefited from more time to explore the contrasting desires and efforts of Erektion and Sic Mundus. A fourth season could have allowed for a deeper exploration of these themes and provided a more satisfying narrative flow.
Missed Opportunity with Concept of Pain and Love
The focus on the unknown and the rushed nature of season three overshadow the potential exploration of the themes of pain, love, and loss. The origin point of the story could have been reimagined as the love between Marta and Jonas, an unbreakable connection no matter the timeline. Instead of saving their child, the characters could learn to live with the grief and embrace the joy that their love brings. This alternative approach would have provided a more profound and emotionally resonant ending, aligning with the show's exploration of the complexities of human relationships.
Lack of Character Exploration and Heartfelt Connections
One of the main issues with Season 3 is the lack of character exploration and emotional connections. The focus seems to be more on the complicated time-traveling plot and the magic trick aspect of the timeline rather than delving deeper into the characters and their motivations. Viewers were left wanting more development and understanding of the alternate reality versions of the characters, such as Bartosz, Hanno, and even alt-Claudia. The missed opportunity to explore their perspectives and relationships diminished the emotional depth of the season.
A Writing Decision on Time-Travel Complexity
The writers of Season 3 consciously chose to create an intricate and complex time-travel narrative rather than prioritize character and philosophical exploration. The season's focus on showcasing multiple realities and their intersections contributed to a sense of confusion and frustration for some viewers. The decision to emphasize the magic trick aspect and the concept of the loop existing within the realities added tension and intrigue to the storytelling but overshadowed the potential for deeper character connections and motivations.
The Dark Three talk The Unknown – but more importantly, what they feel he represents; the bearer of a great deal of the show’s weaknesses. They each discuss what they felt the show struggled with, ways in which they felt the themes could have been more reinforced, and whether or not The Unknown even needed to be invited to the party at all. Welcome to the Season 3 of the podcast!
