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9. I enjoyed it mainly because of Steve Goodhair, Robin, Dustin and Erica.

Mon Jul 22, 2019, 07:39 PM

Jul 2019

They were hilarious and Steve turned out to be a pretty good guy. Billy managed to become a sympathetic character and the hot lifeguard scenes brought back fond memories of the suburban pool I went to in the '70s and '80s. I also liked the relationship between eccentric Murray and Alexei/Smirnoff who liked cherry Slurpees and Woody Woodpecker. I guess that's what worked most for me this season -- the interpersonal relationships and humor. In spite of exploding rats and fleshy goo, the show manages a sweetness. It never feels mean-spirited and I guess in the age of Trump, I need that.

I did find Hopper over-the-top loud and reactionary, but his letter at the end was beautiful. And they did go a bit overboard with the profanity. I'm not offended by it -- it just loses it's impact when overused.

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Hot damn! Auggie Jul 2019 #1

Hooray! At last a reason to celebrate the 4th. Glorfindel Jul 2019 #2

No worries! Thyla Jul 2019 #3

Just finished watching it nuxvomica Jul 2019 #4

Guess I'm the odd person out. I thought Season 3 was a disappointment. Spoilers. Fla Dem Jul 2019 #5

Well I have just finished and loved it... Thyla Jul 2019 #6

Yes you're right. Guess I was disappointed to see kids that age use so much swearing. Fla Dem Jul 2019 #7

I agree with you. It was a huge disappointment. Trite. And missing the suspense and inventiveness Auggie Jul 2019 #8

I enjoyed it mainly because of Steve Goodhair, Robin, Dustin and Erica. SMC22307 Jul 2019 #9