Criticism Mounts Following 'And Just Like That' Finale
Fans and critics express discontent with 'And Just Like That' finale, citing character oddities and a perceived shift in tone.
Key Points
- • Fans heavily criticize the finale as excessive and 'woke'.
- • Carrie's acceptance of single life is viewed as insufficient by some fans.
- • Miranda's infidelity causes uproar among viewers, contradicting her character's essence.
- • Michael Patrick King announces the third season will be the final one.
The finale of 'And Just Like That,' the sequel series to 'Sex and the City,' has elicited fierce backlash from fans and critics alike. According to multiple sources, viewers described the final episode as an affront to the beloved series, feeling it strayed too far into 'woke' territory. Fans voiced their frustrations on social media, with comments like, "They ruined their legacy," emphasizing a perceived disconnect from the original characters' essence.
In this final episode, Carrie Bradshaw, portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker, confronts her single status, reflecting on independence with her friend Charlotte. This pivot was notably echoed in Carrie’s conclusion that it was "not a tragedy" to accept her situation, a sentiment some fans found inadequate after years invested in the characters.
Critics especially took issue with Miranda's character arc, particularly her infidelity. Aftonbladet's Karin Pettersson criticized this shift, arguing it contradicted Miranda's established integrity. Another critic, Karolina Fjällborg, went as far as to deem the series "pointless and lacking depth."
The series creator, Michael Patrick King, confirmed that the third season will be the last, suggesting it was appropriate to conclude the series at this juncture. Parker took to Instagram for an emotional farewell, reflecting on her nearly three-decade journey with Carrie. Despite the hope surrounding its return in 2021, the series struggled to meet fan expectations, marking a controversial legacy for the long-cherished franchise.