Arrivederci

I'm surprised at how great this finale was. Season 2 was a perfectly thought out story. Season 1 started funnier, and ended in a bit of a dud (still worth a watch). Season 2 started as a slower burn, but it build up to a perfect episode of everything coming together.

So dark.

There's been many hints throughout the season for multiple twists in this final episode. Watching season 2 again knowing what is going down, must be very interesting.

I could go into detail about what was so perfect about this episode, but I don't want to spoil anything. Watch this series!

So glad it got renewed for season 3!

I was nervous that this episode wasn't going to tie up everything I needed answers for due to the slightly disappointing end of season 1, but I finished this episode feeling very satisfied. All the performances are incredible and add to the tension that consistently builds all throughout the episode. I really appreciate the fact that this episode was a bit longer, since there was a lot that needed to happen. I think the ending was equally shocking and anxiety inducing, as it should be. I had no idea what to expect but I love the direction it took. I don't want to say too much because the episode does a great job of wrapping things up here.

Overall I think this was a great season, and I prefer over season 1. I am very excited to see what happens in season 3.

Absolutely loved the season, not so sure about the finale. Some of the storylines' endings are questionable and/or leave room for a lot of questions. But yes, many twists and turns. The most surprising twist was probably that Daphne ended up as my favorite character. At the beginning I mistook her for just some boring spoiled trophy wife, turns out: She is always aware of what's going on, always a step ahead and very adapt to dealing with wathever she faces. Some of the things she says are outright profound. Also hats off to Meghann Fahy for her portrayal. You can see all emotions flickering inside Daphne, even when she wants you to think otherwise. The scene with Ethan at the beach is pure gold. Outstanding performance.

What a finale! Some things get clearer, but some are still left untold for the viewer to fill in. I loved that this episode turns the comedy/drama show a little bit into a thriller, and a good one too. As always, great performances by all the actors, a great soundtrack, and great scenery. This finale left me wanting more, I just hope they can maintain the high bar they set for themselves for the next season, we've seen some shows that started strong but kind of faded away before, but this ones seems to get better in season 2 so I'm just hoping season 3 is even better. I also wonder if any season 2 characters make it to season 3.

The White Lotus Sicily as a hotel resort is spectacular to behold. After all, these luxurious accommodations and scenic vistas are what you get for a pretty price tag. The intention of any tourist coming here is obviously to fully enjoy such a place, and yet here the character Daphne is the only one who truly fulfills that intention. Initially presented as a vapid trophy wife, she evolves quite deeply as we get to peek through the layers of her nuances. Seemingly both carefree and in denial, deep down she is aware of her pain, embraces it, and makes the choice to take life by the balls despite of it. Daphne is by far one of the most unique characters to grace the TV screen. She is a modern-day female Stoic, a great example of the concept promoted predominantly so far by males in mainstream media, that is until now. Great job, Mike White for creating the character and outstanding performance, Meghann Fahy! Bravo!