Last Season

I'm truly upset by the character assassination of Jeremiah in this episode. It feels obvious that it's being done to push a possible Bonrad endgame, which is so disappointing. Jeremiah has always been the heart of the show alongside Belly. I really hope the worst of it is over and the only way is up from here for both his character and his relationship with Belly. Their lovey dovey scenes were so beautiful and heartfelt. Their dynamic feels real and lasting. I believe in them and hope they overcome every obstacle. Their connection has always been strong and deserves a real chance. Team Jellyfish!

"The Summer I Turned Pretty" S3 E1 marks a really good and anticipated start to the new season, effortlessly drawing viewers back into the sun-drenched world of Cousins Beach and the complex emotional landscape of its beloved characters. After a break, this premiere episode effectively re-establishes the core relationships and introduces new dynamics, promising another season of heartfelt drama and summer romance.

The episode immediately immerses viewers in the familiar, idyllic setting, making it feel like a comforting return. The cinematography beautifully captures the essence of summer, with bright visuals and a vibrant atmosphere that are a hallmark of the series.

The narrative gracefully picks up after the events of the previous season, addressing the lingering tensions and unresolved feelings between Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah. The episode skillfully navigates their complicated love triangle, showcasing their individual growth and the challenges they face in moving forward.

The performances are engaging, with the young cast bringing their characters to life with a mix of vulnerability and sincerity. The dialogue feels authentic, capturing the nuances of teenage emotions and the complexities of young adult relationships.

While the episode serves as a reintroduction, it subtly hints at new conflicts and emotional journeys for all the characters. The pacing is well-balanced, allowing for both poignant moments of reflection and lighthearted interactions that remind viewers why they fell in love with this world.

Overall, "The Summer I Turned Pretty" S3 E1 is a really good start to the new season. It effectively recaptures the series' charm and emotional depth, promising another engaging summer filled with romance, friendship, and self-discovery.

EVERYTHING is absolutely atrocious with this show now. The chemistry all around is gone. The music choices are bland. The directing lost its interesting artistic style.

The writing is the worst I've ever seen it. I am bored out of my mind. And the characters do things that are so out of character. Oh, and everyone is cheating and sleeping around. Great tv. This is clearly character assassination for a certain couple to come out on top.

There are scenes where I just started zoning out because it went on for SO LONG. I really wish all the hard work that was put into this show would have paid off.

I looked into it and it looks like the writer changed. That makes a lot of sense. But I guess if anyone wants to know how I think this will end it will be one of two things: Belly ends up with Conrad because he's "healed" now. Or Belly chooses herself after the drama she put everyone through.

The acting is a little bit akward.. I don't know if it was just me. Besides that this was a great season opener. It brought us back to the characters we love, and the dynamics we are hooked to.

The visuals are stunning. It really feels like summer. I was kinda surprised to see we had jumped three years because it doesn't feel like it. I hope we are shown moments that occured in those years that passed like they did prior in Season two.

The music is the highlight of the episode for me. I love hearing music I play on the daily being played on the screen! Overall, I'm excited to see where this season is headed!

Hear me out, I am not a Conrad or Jeremiah fan, but the Jeremiah fan absolutely suck. They ruined my enjoyment of the show with their constant whining about how horrible Conrad is. It made me absolute not want to root for the Jeremiah, Belly relationship and made this episode hard to enjoy. Getting past the absolutely horrendous Jelly shippers, the episode was actually not bad and quite enjoyable in a bubblegum pop kind of way.

I will say I did not like the character assassination of both Taylor and Steven and having them both be cheaters. I also really hate the manipulation they attempted with the audience with utilizing the two of them to try to normalize cheating. Made me really angry.