Life Among the Septics

In the second episode of "The Boys" season 4, the series heavily relies on Homelander to maintain its momentum and intrigue. Antony Starr's portrayal continues to be a magnetic force, commanding every scene with his blend of charm, menace, and complexity. His character's evolution and the dynamics he shares with others, especially Butcher and their son Ryan, drive the episode's narrative with intensity and suspense, showcasing why Homelander remains one of the show's standout elements.

However, despite Homelander's compelling presence, other characters like Frenchie, Kimiko, Hughie, and Starlight struggle to contribute meaningfully to the episode. Their scenes feel disconnected from the main plotlines and fail to sustain viewer interest or advance the overarching story in significant ways. This disparity in narrative impact creates a noticeable imbalance, where Homelander's storyline thrives while others falter, bogging down the series with slower pacing and less engaging character arcs.

As a result, while Homelander continues to carry the show with his riveting character development and intricate relationships, the lackluster contributions from secondary characters in episode 2 leave much to be desired. Viewers may find themselves longing for more cohesive storytelling and dynamic interactions across all fronts, in order to fully capture the essence of what makes "The Boys" a compelling and provocative series.

Which Episode Will the Deep "Jump the Shark"?

Not in the Fonzie style, The Boys series did that early this season.

I mean in the twisted way The Boys always deal with pescaphillia.

The first two seasons of this show were amazing. I have watched the first 3 and fallen asleep each time.

I'm not alone.

This show used to be a "must see" series like GoT or Ozark. Now, it is more like a chore. I'm hoping it is like the 5th season of GOT.

I'm not holding my breath.

The worst part is I live in Toronto and the inconvenience with traffic, is no longer worth the end product.

If the show must continue, can you please use another city for filming.

The first three episodes of Season 4 pack a punch: the references are edgier, the writing is crisper, and the action is better choreographed and more gory than ever.

The music is exceptional, surpassing all previous seasons. Amazon has clearly pulled out all the stops to make this a blockbuster.

These episodes are parody at its finest, exploring the dark side of several social structures and playing it excellently for gags. The actors are all in their groove.

However, I have two minor nitpicks. Mother's Milk and Annie seem to have aged noticeably, whereas the others look as they did in Season 3. The first 10-15 minutes of the season are slightly disorienting because, while we are asked to jump right into the world of "The Boys," it has changed a lot.

Apart from these small issues, the show is smooth sailing and fun viewing.

Initially, I thought "The Boys" was about anti-fascism and the perils of hyper-capitalism. Then I saw it as a commentary on the current American political landscape, mixed with loads of parodies (which I personally loved).

But watching the three episodes today, I realized that this is a show about coming of age and childhood trauma, with the other layers added for cinematic appeal.

The show's core focus is on the past of all characters, with the underlying message that our past completely determines who we are. This is made clear in the interaction between Annie and Firecracker.

I expect this season and the subsequent ones to delve into the past trauma of all the main characters, with the groundwork already laid in these episodes. However, focusing on everyone's past may not be very exciting after a few episodes and could slow down the development of the main story.

There can only be so much exposition before it hampers the narrative.

Also, to the guy in the reviews saying this show has a "male nudity obsession" UM HELLO? Have we been watching the same show for the past few years? I'd argue it's been even worse in the past seasons!!!

Anyways, as for the story so far..

We get a grim look at homelander and sister sages plans for the rest of the season, though I'm not 100% sold on her loyalty to him. So far I'm really enjoying this. It's a good return to form and this show never disappoints with the jokes, the gore, or the narrative. Though I thought the first episode was a little better this one continues to ramp up the tension between homelander, the others in the seven, and the people (or toys) that inhabit this messed up world. I see where they're going with this, and I like it. THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN.

From being an amazing show, especially during the first and second season, also the third season, it was great. It had a good ending and a solid run!!! But what happened!?? This seasons plot, to me, felt all over the place ; from the first episode get go. There is no purpose, no clarity, no character development, no suspence or drama. It almost feels the show creators at this point are just trying to milk this show as much possible. Hopefully, they don't ruin the legacy of this amazing show and try to put up a good effort in the last season!? Maybe tie everything up nicely, for one last time!!!