We review the final two episodes of Stranger Things S4 now streaming on NetflixSA
It’s been six months since the Battle of Starcourt, which brought terror and destruction to Hawkins. Struggling with the aftermath, our group of friends are separated for the first time – and navigating the complexities of high school hasn't made things any easier. In this most vulnerable time, a new and horrifying supernatural threat surfaces, presenting a gruesome mystery that, if solved, might finally put an end to the horrors of the Upside Down.
These threads merge into three, and while it felt a little overwhelming in Part One, the writers had a very clear vision for how it all links up in the final two episodes, especially the Russia storyline. The writers played the long game with that one, but it suddenly became as gripping as the rest of the storylines, with an incredibly satisfying arc for Joyce, whose character has become so much more than just a worrying mother.
Another strong contender in this race for the finish is Vecna, revealed to be Victor Creel's son and One from Eleven's past - played brilliantly by Jamie Campbell Bower. Creating a compelling and terrifying villain is not easy; beyond the fantastic practical effects, Vecna hits a home run in all aspects, especially thanks to Bower.
As for the kids, everyone kicked ass and took names the whole way through, fighting against their own internal fears as much as they're fighting against Vecna's forces and the grieving madness of this season's jock villain. Joseph Quinn's Eddie remains a great addition to the cast, giving him a fantastic Metallica moment that fits in seamlessly with the story. However, the strongest focus was on Max and Lucas, breaking your heart every step of the way.
Part Two has really changed some of my opinions of Part One, especially the Russia scenes. While I love all the extra story we get with the insanely long episodes, seeing the conclusion almost a month later has a somewhat watered-down effect on the audience experience.
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