As a longtime fan of animated series and music, I must say that my heart was captivated by the mesmerizing blend of artistry in Netflix’s Arcane. The final act was nothing short of extraordinary, with the inclusion of Stromae’s “Ma Meilleure Ennemie” taking the emotional depth to new heights.
The highly anticipated final act of Netflix’s most popular animated series, Arcane, has left no detail unattended since its release two days ago, drawing applause from dedicated fans for elements ranging from its heartrending ending to its visually chilling scenes. However, one specific scene has garnered exceptional focus, even among those who haven’t watched the show yet, due to the inclusion of a song by the renowned Belgian rapper Stromae, marking his return after an almost two-year absence.
Arcane isn’t unfamiliar with a finely tuned soundtrack; the OST album for its first season was nominated for a Billboard award in 2022, but ended up losing to Encanto. The artist roster spans a wide range of skilled musicians and poignant songwriting, with big names like Imagine Dragons, Denzel Curry, and Stray Kids contributing to both seasons. However, Stromae appears to have surpassed them all with “Ma Meilleure Ennemie,” a heart-wrenchingly beautiful ballad featuring French singer-songwriter Pomme. Since the commencement of his career in 2009, Stromae has certainly demonstrated his knack for creating exceptional and even uplifting sounding melodies accompanied by melancholic, sorrowful lyrics, and “Ma Meilleure Ennemie” is no different.
For enthusiasts of “Arcane”, the emotional impact (and poignancy) of the song is amplified due to the setting where it’s played (spoiler alert). In a different dimension, Ekko gets a peek at an alternate life, one that didn’t involve some key incidents — like the catastrophe turning Powder into Jinx. As they start to develop feelings for each other, they are portrayed dancing to Stromae’s famous song and sharing a kiss. It’s a bitter realization of something unattainable, as Ekko eventually has to go back to his own reality, leaving behind what potentially was his only opportunity for happiness.
Arcane is Over — But the Franchise is Just Getting Started
As a devoted cinephile, I can’t help but express my profound disappointment upon learning that the phenomenal series, Arcane, has reached its conclusion after just two incredible seasons. The show, boasting multiple perfect Rotten Tomatoes scores, skyrocketed to popularity among Netflix viewers, raking in numerous accolades, including several Emmy Awards.
Given the massive success of Arcane, along with the untapped lore from League of Legends yet to be translated for TV, it’s plausible that this show could eventually join the League of Legends franchise. Fans have noticed discrepancies between Arcane’s ending and certain characters’ depictions in the game, suggesting there are more chapters of their story left to tell. With a passionate fanbase already gathered, and the phenomenal response Arcane has received, fans might hear news about another spinoff series sooner than anticipated. As it stands, Season 2 is breaking records on Netflix right now.
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2024-11-25 23:33