[s2e16] Facing Darkness Is Kinda My Thing -

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down television production in March 2020, this episode had to carry the weight of a season finale without actually being written as one. The result is a bizarre, highly creative, and occasionally frustrating hour of television. 🎭 The Best Part: The Subconscious Fairy Tale

: The writers leaned heavily into a fractured, grim fairy tale aesthetic (reminiscent of Once Upon a Time ) to represent Josie's mental state. [S2E16] Facing Darkness Is Kinda My Thing

Amidst the campy fairy tales and necromancy, the emotional center belonged to Milton Greasley (MG). While Lizzie orchestrated a fake funeral for herself to see who actually cared about her, she was met with cruel laughter from the student body. MG stepping up to deliver a beautiful defense of Lizzie's growth and mental health struggles provided the raw, grounded heart that the rest of the episode lacked. 📋 The Verdict Due to the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down television

: Critics from outlets like TV Fanatic noted that the show once again played it far too safe. After killing off Landon, Alyssa, and Rafael in the previous episode, two are immediately brought back here via a quick deal with the Necromancer. Amidst the campy fairy tales and necromancy, the