Blow-Up

This episode stands out as my absolute favorite, not just of the season but across all four seasons of the show. It was filled with wit and humor, both in overt and subtle ways, which made it even more enjoyable.

The change in format, along with the creative use of different "camera" styles, was executed so brilliantly and added a refreshing twist. The trio's dynamic is something I adore so much.

It's surprising to read some of the negative reviews, where people call it over the top or criticize its campiness. Clearly, those critics aren't true fans who appreciate the cleverness and uniqueness this show consistently delivers. Instead, it feels like they missed the point of the episode and what makes this series so special.

"Blow-Up" is a new episode of Only Murders in the Building, following the aftermath of a shooting during a promotional photoshoot. The episode uses various cameras and angles to film the scenes, blending documentary and found footage formats to effectively serve the narrative. The close-ups and abrupt movements capture the fear and panic experienced by the characters after the incident. The documentary style also works well with comedy, with Howard providing real-time commentary and the peanut gallery providing a quasi-outsider perspective. The episode also incorporates dated camcorders, cel phone footage, and doggie cams to add a sense of grittiness and rawness to the crime. The episode also serves as a turning point in the season, as it introduces explosive reveals about the interconnectedness of the world. The episode also explores the Brothers sisters' eccentricity, tying in with themes while enhancing the emotional impact and complementing the humor. The running device used in "Blow-Up" works on multiple levels, enhancing the emotional impact and complementing the humor. Overall, "Blow-Up" serves as a turning point in the series, showcasing the interconnectedness of the Brothers sisters and the emotional impact of the film. The last episode of Only Murders In The Building focused on the Brothers' sisters, who were found with the exact shoes found in Dudenoff's apartment. The episode ended with a gunshot, indicating the end of the series. This week's episode begins with the sisters, who are known for their fascination with cinema and reveal some character revelations. The sisters, Catherine Cohen and Siena Werber, are a fantastic addition to the season. The episode brings us back to the shooting, where Zach Galifianakis and Glen were all hit, but no one knows who the shooter is. Oliver is deduced to have been the intended target, but the bullet hit Glen, bounced off a metal plate in his head, and hit Galifianakis. Charles and Mabel are left in constant danger. The stakes feel higher this season, with the central trio in constant danger. We gain little insight into Sazz, which is disappointing, as Jane Lynch is a hoot. Bunny, the murder victim in season 2, emerged as a fully-rounded, tragic character, which made season 2 so successful. This episode includes some F-bombs, which may not be family-friendly, but it feels surprising to hear characters drop a casual "f this" or "f that." Despite the occasional F-bomb, intentionally avoiding swearing can feel stiff and unnatural.

This episode was spectacular and brought the story forward! I love the use of different cameras which made it feel like a different show and added to the mystery overall. Normally it takes until later in the season for the suspense to get going but it's happening so early. 10/10.

The clues solved in this episode were also shocking. I'm not leaving any spoilers in the review but you will absolutely not be able to have predicted what they discover and this just goes to show why the show has been able to maintain popularity 4 seasons in. They are always keeping it fresh while keeping the heart of the series alive.

This episode was amazing, the show really went back to season one in terms of quality of storytelling. Finally another creative episode like the silent one or the bunny one, and I would even say this one takes the trophy. The way the storyline moves forward with so many twists, reveals, and surprises, is truly amazing, plus they managed to do it while re-inventing themselves and filming in multiple cameras, angles and with different filters. I really love the risks they're taking with this season, they're paying off big time. For those of you who said the show got repetitive, please give it one more chance, you won't regret it.

In one of OMITB's more experimental episodes akin to season one's "The Boy from 6B," the show unravels a few surprising threads of the overall mystery and remains just as charming and hilarious as ever. With its found-footage approach, which thankfully enhances the story rather than distracts from it, "Blow-Up" is one of my personal favorites of the season so far. I'm impressed with how many characters this season is juggling without feeling overly cluttered. Each episode has had a clear focus, efficiently moved the story along and utilized the entire cast to virtual perfection. Additionally, the disquieting cliffhanger this episode wraps on has me thrilled to see what's coming next. "Blow-Up" is a superb highlight for season four, and maybe the series as a whole.