Season 2 on the whole was a very good season, as good as the previous in my view. It started off a little slow but still quite impressively and got better and better the more the mystery, atmosphere, character development and such built. Disappointing only with "Chapter Seven: The Lost Sister", which was the worst and only below good episode up to that stage of 'Stranger Things'. And with the best episodes being absolutely brilliant and show high points.
Of which Season 2's finale "Chapter Nine: The Gare" is one of them. What a way to finish and on the same level as the brilliant season finale of Season 1. It is also one of the best, most exciting and most intense 'Stranger Things' episodes, that builds upon what the rest of Season 2 showed, progressed both the mystery and the characters to gut wrenching and intriguing effect. It is certainly enough to make one intrigued into seeing the next season, which sadly to me wasn't anywhere near as strong as 1 and 2.
Everything is superb in "Chapter Nine: The Gate". The production values are superb. Very stylish and atmospheric, with some truly beautiful images that one can't believe such high quality comes from a Netflix show. Not to mention the highly impressive special effects that put a good deal of big budget films in recent years to shame. The music has a wonderful 80s nostalgic vibe while also being quite haunting, enhancing the atmosphere beautifully.
Also incredibly impressive is the beautifully balanced writing. That has a lot of thought and intrigue, with the usual brains and heart. The storytelling is tremendously engaging, atmospheric and never simplistic or convoluted. Loved the intimate and un-noisy relationship writing and the episode also shines in the suspenseful and intense action. Especially the showdown and the ending, which resolves itself beautifully. It is rich in affectionate nostalgia (reminiscent of Stephen King's depiction of childhood), poignant emotional impact and suspenseful turns in the more mysterious elements.
"Chapter Nine: The Gate's" character writing is spot on. As is the acting, children and adults with no exceptions or weak links.
Really wonderful end to a very good season. 10/10.
Of which Season 2's finale "Chapter Nine: The Gare" is one of them. What a way to finish and on the same level as the brilliant season finale of Season 1. It is also one of the best, most exciting and most intense 'Stranger Things' episodes, that builds upon what the rest of Season 2 showed, progressed both the mystery and the characters to gut wrenching and intriguing effect. It is certainly enough to make one intrigued into seeing the next season, which sadly to me wasn't anywhere near as strong as 1 and 2.
Everything is superb in "Chapter Nine: The Gate". The production values are superb. Very stylish and atmospheric, with some truly beautiful images that one can't believe such high quality comes from a Netflix show. Not to mention the highly impressive special effects that put a good deal of big budget films in recent years to shame. The music has a wonderful 80s nostalgic vibe while also being quite haunting, enhancing the atmosphere beautifully.
Also incredibly impressive is the beautifully balanced writing. That has a lot of thought and intrigue, with the usual brains and heart. The storytelling is tremendously engaging, atmospheric and never simplistic or convoluted. Loved the intimate and un-noisy relationship writing and the episode also shines in the suspenseful and intense action. Especially the showdown and the ending, which resolves itself beautifully. It is rich in affectionate nostalgia (reminiscent of Stephen King's depiction of childhood), poignant emotional impact and suspenseful turns in the more mysterious elements.
"Chapter Nine: The Gate's" character writing is spot on. As is the acting, children and adults with no exceptions or weak links.
Really wonderful end to a very good season. 10/10.