As a long-time fan of dark comedies, I have to admit that I was initially taken aback by the shift in tone in season two of Bad Sisters. Coming from someone who laughed heartily at the chaotic antics of Eva, Ursula, Becka, and Bibi as they bungled their attempts to off John Paul in the first season, I found myself missing that light-hearted energy in this new installment.
In the first season of “Bad Sisters”, the show delved into the black humor surrounding Eva, Ursula, Becka, and Bibi’s quest to eliminate Grace’s abusive husband, John Paul. The narrative unfolded across two timeframes – one depicting the aftermath of John Paul’s death, while another revealed the amusing underbelly of the four sisters scheming to murder him. Each episode was filled with laughter as they repeatedly botched their attempts. However, season two is taking a new approach by opting for different narrative decisions, aiming to progress the story rather than simply recapturing the enchanting darkness that marked its initial episodes.
Season two’s direction is not necessarily bad. It has a strong guide in following the sisters two years after helping cover up the truth that Grace had ended up being responsible for John Paul’s death. As detectives try to uncover the truth about how and why John Paul died, as well as how John Paul’s father died with his remains in a suitcase, it places real stakes on Becka, Eva, Bibi, and Ursula as it becomes a question now of if they will get caught. The additions of Ian, Grace’s new husband, and Angelica, Roger’s sister, place more pressure on the central characters, especially in the aftermath of Grace’s tragic death. But, the biggest mistake season two has made so far is in its choice of tone.
Essentially, the second season of “Bad Sisters” veers more towards suspense and drama compared to the first. Instead of being mostly humorous, it delves deeper into mystery and gravity due to the critical situations faced by the main characters. In contrast, season one was not only amusing due to its dialogues but also because its premise – four sisters conspiring to kill their sister’s abusive husband – provided a comedic backdrop for the audience. Despite the serious undertones of their actions, which include John Paul’s history of mental, physical, and emotional abuse, as well as rape, the show maintains an overall lighter tone, making it easier for viewers to embrace the chaos that arises from the sisters’ relentless pursuit to rid themselves of this man.
In the second season, there are intriguing storylines unfolding. After Grace’s death, a significant mystery arises about where she was heading in the middle of the night, while her daughter was sleeping at home. Detectives Loftus and Una Houlihan are working diligently to uncover the secrets that the Garvey sisters are concealing. Angelica serves as a meddlesome character who seems unable to resist trying to gain access to the Garvey family. However, none of these elements seem to recapture the rapid wit that characterized season one.
Bad Sisters wisely decides to steer clear of retelling the same story twice, but in doing so, it seems to lose some of its unique charm. One aspect that made Bad Sisters an entertaining series was the unpredictable dynamics within the family and their extreme actions. However, season two has a chance to reintroduce this lively tone into the storylines and characters. The conflict between the Garvey sisters, who are concealing their involvement in John Paul’s murder, and the detectives investigating the case, promises to create some humorous scenes. Yet, if Bad Sisters persists in ignoring humor in its narrative, it may be shortchanging a show that excelled at blending dark vengeful feelings with humor.
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2024-11-22 06:17