⠪
Chucky Season 2: a quick review
Published: 17th December 2022.
My brief, spoiler free, musings about Chucky Season 2.
Greetings everyone,
Over the weekend, I had the chance to dive into the second season of Chucky and I thought it would be a good idea to share my thoughts with you about it. Don't worry, this review will not reveal any spoilers.
The narrative of the latest season follows the three survivors from the first season, who are now trying to navigate their way through life at a Catholic corrective boarding school. This, of course, becomes quite a challenge once they once again become the targets of the notorious Chucky. Simultaneously, Tiffany, a pivotal character, grapples with her complications.
The new season continues in the same vein as its predecessor but manages to dial things up a notch. However, the escalation seemed to veer into the realms of the absurd at times. Now, I understand that Chucky by its nature is supposed to project a certain level of preposterousness, but on several occasions, it hopped so many sharks that it felt a little overwhelming. Moreover, while certain plotlines followed a logical progression, others appeared disjointed.
For those who relish a dose of nostalgia, the season throws in some bait, which for me was a fun discovery. Also, a recurring theme that served as an enjoyable feature was the heavy influence of pop-culture references. Amid all the chaos of the storyline, the cast deserves commendation for effectively committing to their roles and avoiding tendencies to overact or indulge excessively in camp.
It's hard to overlook the eye-catching performances of the three main leads. Even Jennifer Tilly, whose character often wades into the waters of ridiculousness, playfully embraces the over-the-top nature of her role. She manages to infuse her performance with considerable self-parody, uncompromisingly taking her character to new extremes of hilarity.
As far as the kills go, unlike in the last series, they didn't seem too notable at first. But as I reflected, I realised there are indeed several creatively brutal moments. There's a good amount of gore, although it is tinged with a sense of cartoonish exaggeration, making it more bearable for the faint-hearted among us.
In conclusion, while leaning too much into the ridiculous at times, the latest season of Chucky remains quite an enjoyable watch. It served as a good distraction and I would recommend giving it a shot. Especially if you are a fan of the Chucky films or enjoyed the last series, this season will be right up your alley. It keeps the essence of the series alive, and despite its exaggerated antics, it provides more of what makes Chucky so entertaining.
Thank you for listening and peace out!
Over the weekend, I had the chance to dive into the second season of Chucky and I thought it would be a good idea to share my thoughts with you about it. Don't worry, this review will not reveal any spoilers.
The narrative of the latest season follows the three survivors from the first season, who are now trying to navigate their way through life at a Catholic corrective boarding school. This, of course, becomes quite a challenge once they once again become the targets of the notorious Chucky. Simultaneously, Tiffany, a pivotal character, grapples with her complications.
The new season continues in the same vein as its predecessor but manages to dial things up a notch. However, the escalation seemed to veer into the realms of the absurd at times. Now, I understand that Chucky by its nature is supposed to project a certain level of preposterousness, but on several occasions, it hopped so many sharks that it felt a little overwhelming. Moreover, while certain plotlines followed a logical progression, others appeared disjointed.
For those who relish a dose of nostalgia, the season throws in some bait, which for me was a fun discovery. Also, a recurring theme that served as an enjoyable feature was the heavy influence of pop-culture references. Amid all the chaos of the storyline, the cast deserves commendation for effectively committing to their roles and avoiding tendencies to overact or indulge excessively in camp.
It's hard to overlook the eye-catching performances of the three main leads. Even Jennifer Tilly, whose character often wades into the waters of ridiculousness, playfully embraces the over-the-top nature of her role. She manages to infuse her performance with considerable self-parody, uncompromisingly taking her character to new extremes of hilarity.
As far as the kills go, unlike in the last series, they didn't seem too notable at first. But as I reflected, I realised there are indeed several creatively brutal moments. There's a good amount of gore, although it is tinged with a sense of cartoonish exaggeration, making it more bearable for the faint-hearted among us.
In conclusion, while leaning too much into the ridiculous at times, the latest season of Chucky remains quite an enjoyable watch. It served as a good distraction and I would recommend giving it a shot. Especially if you are a fan of the Chucky films or enjoyed the last series, this season will be right up your alley. It keeps the essence of the series alive, and despite its exaggerated antics, it provides more of what makes Chucky so entertaining.
Thank you for listening and peace out!
MARKED
Noir Graphic Novel
Noir Graphic Novel
