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outer banks ‘ is causing a stir online this weekend as fans rebel against some of the writing team’s decisions regarding its surprising ending. Why are fans so annoyed? I contacted some people outer banks We asked our big fans for their opinions on Twitter, and we received a lot of feedback. a lot.
Needless to say, this article contains major spoilers for Season 4. outer banks. If you have not finished Season 4, Episode 10, we recommend that you do not read this article until you have finished. Don’t forget that too outer banks It was officially renewed for season 5 earlier this week.
The main controversy over that final episode stems from JJ (played by Rudy Pankow) choosing to confront his father in episode 10 of season 4, which ultimately turned out to be a fatal mistake. It turned out. According to the showrunners, it was always the plan to kill him off, and they said: [JJ’s death] It sets the stage for an epic fifth and final season. We are planning a season that embodies the story of redemption and the friendship that J.J. has come to represent. JJ’s death was painful, but it was a necessary part of the story. We love this character as much as the fans do, so we’re going to honor that as much as we can. And Rudy is a great friend of ours. ”
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Most people’s problems with this season fall into three categories:
- Most of the complaints revolve around JJ’s cause of death and the impromptu funeral that follows, with many feeling that it downplays JJ’s character arc and relies entirely on shock factor.
- Tonal changes in the second half of the season
- The relationship between JJ and Kiara (most people call her Giara) has been put on the back burner, and Kiara ultimately hasn’t been seen much this season. There were complaints about whether the characters had too little or too much screen time. .
The first person we contacted was Vee from X. He has been a vocal critic of the ending, including how JJ died and other flaws in this season. Vee said in a DM:
“Both the fandom and I are disappointed for a variety of reasons. Disappointed is not a very strong word… but it truly feels like the Outer Banks has been abandoned. We are devastated. In pain and… JJ, who has endured nothing but abuse, finally gets the girl of his dreams and the house, only to be killed? This sentence really sabotaged everything in OBX. I’ve dedicated my life to this show since the day I turned it on years ago, and now I feel that loyal fans like me are being robbed of Giara’s surfing trip dreams. , we didn’t see JJ’s healing from his trauma, him becoming a godfather, and potentially marrying Key (fans noticed the emphasis when he stole the ring in 4.06) Even though OBX3 revolved solely around Jiara’s growth, we didn’t get to see much of them this season. There’s still a lot to explore about JJ. All for nothing. As Klein himself said, “JJ is the heart of the Porgs.” So how can we live without JJ? We can’t do it, the Pogues can’t do it. I honestly hope they write him into the show again. They could be completely supernatural, but I don’t care…as long as it means the heart returns. ”
They also published a thread (which went viral with about 1 million views) that considered a pretty valid theory that JJ might actually be alive and come back for season 5. stranger things Season 4 – Why not do the same here?
Disclaimer:
Both the fans and I are saddened by the loss of a comforting character, so yes, I’m pretty biased in my beliefs. But the logic and plot I’ve been researching is worth considering when they start writing the final season, HERE WE GO!
— Vee mourns JJ and OBX (@kiesgallery) November 8, 2024
Many fans of the show contacted us to say that they felt like something had changed drastically in the second half of Season 4, often citing how the tone and writing style was completely different from previous seasons.
One person who contacted us (named Ines) said: “The first part of the season was actually good, and the chemistry between the actors felt genuine and natural. But what about the second part? Things have changed a lot. Not only was the promo terrible, but the characters It’s easy to see why now, given all the drama going on behind the scenes, the relationship between everyone’s favorite characters. Was it really necessary to kill him like that? His death felt rushed and didn’t seem logical to someone like him who had suffered all his life, at least to some extent before dying. The other characters didn’t even have a realistic reaction to his death, and he was buried in the middle of some random desert in Morocco. How is that fair?
Many fans have pointed out that there was some behind-the-scenes drama between some cast members that may have led the creators down this path. One fan (Jade G) was so disappointed with this season and the drama that she wrote, “They should have stopped filming in season 3. They should have just left it there. The villains are happy, everyone is calm, and no one knows who they are.” He was very polite.”
Why I loved Outer Banks Season 4
However, not all of the feedback received was completely negative. Some thought the showrunners showed courage in making a big call to kill off a fan-favorite character.
Other positives about the new season are summed up perfectly by Catherine M. He told us the three main things he liked about this latest season (in addition to not liking JJ’s cause of death, his burial, and Giara’s presence this season):
“Sarah’s Pregnancy”: I loved this storyline between her and John B. It shows how they grow up and the treasure hunt is no longer the most important thing to them. I also like how Kie noticed it first. I thought the relationship between Kie and Sara was very nice.
Cleo and Pope’s relationship: I really liked the development of Cleo and Pope’s relationship. I thought they were very cute and the whole storyline about Pope not going to the Marines because he wanted to be with Cleo was great.
Thoughts on season 1: I really liked how the first part felt a lot like season one. Because all the Pogues lived and worked together and there was a cheerful atmosphere that we were all looking for. Unfortunately, something like this will never happen again, as the Porg mechanics will never be the same without J.J. ”
Others praised their relationship dynamic this season, with Milena D saying she loves the chemistry between Rafe and Sofia, and calling them “the cutest in the world.”
Petition to reinstate JJ on the Outer Banks Season 5
You know things are serious when people start petitioning. Yes, fans are protesting the decision to kill JJ Maybank on websites like Change.org, which already has nearly 2,000 signatures. The email also suggests that JJ’s return may already be a reality, given that he appeared in the Season 5 teaser poster two days before Season 4 Part 2 began airing. Some people were.
However, not everyone agrees that JJ should come back. Julia A. contacted us via email and said: They need to focus on that and focus on finishing the character’s story. Not on board. The ending where Chiara, who had just reconciled with her sister for revenge, agrees with Rafe, left a great storyline, and I hope they use it to their advantage. ”
Before I end (this is already a big article), I wanted to say how upset many fans were with this ending. Many conveyed how shocking the show’s finale was and said it ruined the past four seasons for them.
We apologize to anyone who missed it (there were hundreds of them!), but if you messaged us and didn’t get featured, we’d love to hear your thoughts on the big finale in the comments section below.
