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- The Setup in That ’90s Show Season 1
- That ’90s Show Found Its Voice in Season 2
- That ’90s Show Can Stand on Its Own
As someone who grew up watching That ’70s Show and being completely captivated by the characters and their antics, I must say that This ’90s Show has truly outdone itself! The way they’ve developed the characters beyond their initial archetypes is simply remarkable.
Hey there, Wisconsinites! The latter part of the Netflix series titled “That ’90s Show” Season 2 has just been unveiled. This fresh installment continues to chronicle the teenage escapades of Leia, Eric and Donna’s daughter, and her gang in Point Place.
The series started to establish its unique character and narrative, moving beyond being simply a continuation of the ’70s Show, but rather a fresh tale with ties to the past. It leaned less on the original cast while developing the new characters as distinct individuals. Fans of the original series might have hesitated about revisiting with an entirely new ensemble, yet the second season of That ’90s Show demonstrated that there’s still vibrancy in the Forman basement. Let’s explore how That ’90s Show found its footing and carved out its own identity in the second season.
The Setup in That ’90s Show Season 1
As a passionate movie enthusiast diving into the first season of That ’90s Show, I found it adhering to the typical formula for reboot series debuts: setting the stage for both old and new characters within the familiar world. The narrative primarily focused on Leia’s journey in forging connections with her new circle of friends, leaving limited room for deeper exploration of these fresh faces.
As a movie enthusiast, I appreciate how the new series cleverly references the original to resonate with viewers. By linking the fresh faces to the familiar ones, it bridges the gap between the old and the new, making the transition smoother. This allows the show to focus more on developing Leia’s character as the main lead. To ease us into this new world, some original cast members were brought back to lend a helping hand. While Eric, Jackie, and Kelso only made brief appearances in one episode, Donna and Fez played recurring roles throughout the season. They were also prominently featured in the trailers. If viewers recognize the charm of the original series, they’ll be more likely to tune into the next chapter.
That ’90s Show Found Its Voice in Season 2
Season 2 allowed for a deeper exploration of the characters, moving past their similarities to “That ’70s Show”. With Leia now integrated within the group, she no longer felt compelled to conform but rather focus on expressing her true self. Despite her ongoing attempts to win approval from others, she didn’t overstep her boundaries. This was apparent in her dynamic with Jay and her growing inclination towards engaging in more questionable activities with the gang (like school break-ins). Feeling accepted as a core member, Leia eagerly immersed herself in their antics to the fullest.
In other places, Nate and Nikki grappled with their feelings for each other after their split. At first, they attempted to suppress these emotions, but eventually faced them squarely and dealt with them. Besides managing the lofty expectations her parents had of her, Nikki bravely came out to Kitty in Season 1, and since then, she has been more open about herself. In this season, we observe Gwen grappling with feelings of abandonment when her father, a frequent absentee truck driver, returns home, as she knows he will leave again. However, they have a conversation and make arrangements to maintain contact.
In the new version, aspects that might have been ridiculed in the initial show are now embraced and hailed, demonstrating significant progress and maturity within the series.
That ’90s Show Can Stand on Its Own
We’ve delved deeper into understanding these characters as unique individuals rather than mere copies of the cast from “That ’70s Show”. They have their own setbacks, aspirations, and desires. As the show introduced its new lead characters, it began to distance itself from relying too heavily on the original ones. Although all the original kids (except Danny Masterson’s Steven Hyde) appeared in Season 1, only Donna was a recurring character in Season 2 among the original “70s” group.
Simultaneously, characters such as Bob have been assigned larger roles, given the continuity, it’s logical that Red, Kitty, and Bob continue to guide the younger cast members just as they did with their predecessors. The show no longer requires cameos for the sake of cameos since the new generation is taking center stage. That ’90s Show effectively illustrates how a reboot can honor its past while creating a fresh universe, and all episodes of That ’90s Show are now available for streaming on Netflix.
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2024-09-01 22:31