Hide or Seek

Simply put, the atmosphere is deep and amazing. It's clear to see how it's either love it or hate it. It may seem slow for some, and for others it's perfectly executed. It's honestly amazing how Mile has put this together and the whole vibe is very, very hard to encapsulate into film/media. I personally think it's going over a lot of people's heads, and I think it's people who are more into fast paced and action packed stuff. The core values of this show and (especially this season which I think is only nice) is the subtle acting, subtle buildup, the quirky characters and atmosphere. But you have to really watch it with heart, otherwise you might get bored if you're on your phone meanwhile.

I see much criticism to the pace, while for me the rhythm of this season is actually an advantage. If nothing overdramatic is happening, it is an opportunity to watch the scenery and the dynamics between the characters (actors are amazing, so different and so complex in their anxieties and internal conflicts) with more attention.

And some questions from last seasons are waking up: Who is Greg after all and what is his biggest problem after his cancer and money issues got, it seems, resolved? Where did Belinda's ambitions shift? How can a dysfunctional family resolve a crisis if they spend a week 24/7 together? To which extent friendship can become dead or reborn if there are political and philosophical differences?

There is no need for innumerable cliff hangers every episode to look forward to the continuation. Drama is actually often happening inside us not outside.

I really don't get the negativity around this season. People are acting like The White Lotus has suddenly become slow or uneventful, but honestly, Season 1 had an even slower buildup in its first few episodes. This season is actually moving at a solid pace, and Episode 4, Hide and Seek, really took things up a notch.

Jason Isaacs absolutely nailed it as Timothy, who's spiraling out of control. His scenes were intense (and, let's be honest, shocking in more ways than one). Meanwhile, Rick is getting deeper into his dad's mysterious death, and Greg's return is adding a whole new layer of tension, especially now that Belinda is onto him. The episode had the perfect mix of drama, humor, and suspense.

And let's talk about the trio of American girls, Jaclyn, Kate, and Laurie, who were hilarious in their clueless attempts to embrace local culture. Their scenes balanced out the darker storylines really well.

Overall, I loved this episode. It set up so many intriguing storylines, and I have no doubt the payoff will be worth it. If you're thinking of dropping the show because of a few bad reviews, don't! It's The White Lotus!! Trust the process.

This show is what it should be. I'm amazed some people complain that characters are not likeable when it's basically the whole concept of the White Lotus.

However i'm not as hooked as I was in season 2 so far but maybe that's for the best and everything is gonna explode soon.

Overall, I really hope that they are gonna catch us off guard and that the things that we think are going to happen will be completely different to what we were expecting. I really like the fact that you look at this and keep wondering how this is gonna end up, even outside the whole murder case (which honestly i don't care so much about).

If there's one thing "The White Lotus" understands better than any other show, it's that vacations aren't about relaxing. At least, not in the way we like to imagine. In Mike White's world, taking a few days off at a luxury resort doesn't mean disconnecting from reality-it means stepping into a black hole of self-discovery, where all the comfort, sunshine, and overpriced cocktails serve only to strip away the last layers of denial the characters have about themselves. And this episode takes that dynamic to an even more dangerous level, playing with the idea of escape versus confrontation in a way that already has me anxious (and maybe even a little terrified) for what's coming next.

The big question hanging over the characters is this: are they hiding from something, or are they searching for something? For Timothy, the answer is clear-he wants to hide. The problem is, he's failing miserably at it. Dodging phone calls about his financial ruin is no longer enough, so now he needs something stronger. Enter Lorazepam, which he shamelessly steals from Victoria, throwing himself into a chemical haze that sends him spiraling into increasingly reckless behavior. And his escape isn't just psychological-over the course of the episode, Timothy gets himself into a massive mess by, of all things, stealing a gun, making it painfully obvious that he won't be leaving this resort the same way he arrived. If he leaves alive, that alone will be a miracle.

Jaclyn, Kate, and Laurie, meanwhile, are fully committed to proving that the hotel's concept of "wellness" means absolutely nothing to them. This trio has already cemented itself as one of the best dynamics of the season, and they shine even more here as they decide to ditch the resort and look for some "real fun." The scene where they throw themselves into the chaos of Songkran (Thailand's New Year festival, famous for its massive water fights) is a blast because it perfectly encapsulates what these characters are all about-women desperately trying to feel young and free, even though deep down, they're just as trapped as every other guest at the White Lotus. The way they shift between exhilaration and discomfort in this hyperactive setting is comedy gold, especially when their wild night unexpectedly leads them into the company of two extremely shady Russians...

And speaking of "illusionary fun," we have the yacht storyline, where the Ratliff family embarks on a trip that's practically doomed from the start. Saxon is in peak scumbag mode, trying to turn Lochlan into a mini version of himself. And while Lochlan is your typical awkward teenager, no one could've predicted the revelation that he actually has a talent for magic tricks-something that unexpectedly makes him the star of the group, even catching Chelsea's attention. This seemingly harmless detail says a lot about how "The White Lotus" approaches sibling dynamics and how much the show loves to subvert expectations. While Saxon spends the entire episode trying to force Lochlan into being a "real man," it's actually the kid's natural weirdness that makes him stand out.

But what really makes this episode one of the most intense of the season is the growing sense that all this "fun" is just a smokescreen for something much darker. Timothy, drugged up and armed, is clearly headed down a one-way road. Rick finally reveals the real reason for his trip-to avenge his father's death. And there's yet another ticking time bomb just waiting to go off... The show has always been brilliant at turning internal conflicts into full-blown disasters, and this episode feels like the ultimate setup for the storm that's clearly brewing.

At the end of the day, this episode just reinforces the idea that no one actually relaxes at the White Lotus. Every single character is trapped in a cycle of denial, guilt, and failed attempts at control, and the show has way too much fun pulling the rug out from under them at the worst possible moment. The scariest part? Even with all the warning signs staring them in the face, the characters still think they're just enjoying a vacation. But we know better-this is all leading straight to disaster...