Bridgerton Season 3: A smash-hit? Or a chaotic disappointment?

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Ай бұрын

The highly anticipated Bridgerton Season 3 was marketed as Penelope and Colin’s season for romance, but did it deliver? We break down the enchanting, drama-filled world of the Featheringtons, Bridgertons, and all the other characters. We share the ups and downs of the storyline and discuss the drastic difference from Part 1 and Part 2. From the swoon-worthy scenes to the colorful costuming, we explore why this wild Regency period drama is such a hit, even when it strays from the book series.

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@user-ok4pi7hw2v Ай бұрын

Penelope and Colin didn’t get the season they deserved

@kellyms7230 Ай бұрын

The didn't focus enough on Colin and Pen in the second part of season 3. Yes, when people do adaptations from books, there will be changes. But this is ridiculous. By Season 4 roles around, the only resemblance to the books will only be the names of the characters.

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

It's true. Minor changes from book to screen adaptations are expected, but for this season (especially in part 2) they missed the mark with Colin and Pen's sweet, relatable romance.😞

@danicee Ай бұрын

We expect changes because an adaptation isn't able to include everything, but if you change a character's personality or exclude scenes that provide insight into the characters and their history that is vital to the story, it feels empty and/or lazy. My favorite scene was the street fight but because it was literally the material from the carriage scene in the book, it had the frustration and passion the carriage and mirror scenes lacked, but a lot of people were happy with their romance scenes, imo we needed more scenes with Colin and Penelope talking & at least one flashback to tie into the previous seasons.

@Madi-hu2pq Ай бұрын

I agree with everything you just said! The street scene was one of my favorites as well. Definitely think flashbacks would have helped.

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

That was a good secene, and it was so dissapointing when he put her in the carriage by herself! They should've gone off away together. LIttle opportunities like that were missed. And oh yes, a flashback would've been perfect! 💞

@judidonna8770 Ай бұрын

I was very disappointed by this season overall. It seems as though they did a complete reset of Benedict, Colin, Eloise and Francesca because all four were very different than they were in seasons 1 and 2. The writing was so bad and all over the place as they did not seem to any great character development. They definitely oversold the romance and the steaminess as it was less than it was in season 1. I did not like the Michaela switch especially having them do so at the end of episode 8. I really did enjoy the romance between Francesca and John but they basically ruined it. Also Masali Baduza was not cast to play Sophie, she is playing Michaela.

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

Agreed that they oversold the romance aspect of this season. Loved all the promos on Instagram of Penelope + Colin. Was expecting more of what they did with Daphne + Simon, Kate + Anthony 💓

@RebeccaScritchfield Ай бұрын

When Pen says I just want you to love me and stand by my side… she asked “what holds you back” and he said “I don’t know” - Colin would definitely know! The writing was so bad for Colin. He is more complex than they wrote him. I’m fine his main struggle is his purpose (and him thinking it’s hero/protection) I’m ok with the jealousy but that’s not the dominant Colin feeling… I think grief insecurity and fear because he thought he had it all with Pen and was going through some ptsd about the failed “love” with Miss Thompson. Even if he would have said “I feel like I lost you. I love you but I hate WD”. They did a good job at the wedding and I don’t mind the end but in terms of space for sexy scenes - during the 2 remaining weeks of banns of marriage - they would have been all over each other. It could have been another two minutes of footage.

@layans.3330 Ай бұрын

I agree Colin is a very complex and deep character and in terms of writing they where doing okay for the first half, the second half, however, was definitely a wasted potential. He needed to have a plot of his own, I think they could have simply made his writing a major part of his character arch. Another thing that would have added a dimension to his character is his relationship with his mother. They made a point several times to till us how sensitive he is, would have been great if they showed this being reflected in their relationship and how he was caring and attentive to her definitely than the other siblings. They could have had Violet open up to him about her past love life for example, and have him notice her interactions with Marcus and have him encourage her. (These are just examples) This would actually make us “the viewers” believe he would be as sweet, attentive and kind to pen.

@RebeccaScritchfield Ай бұрын

@@layans.3330I really like these suggestions. I saw another video / Reddit that went through Colin’s trauma from his dad’s death and it was very good at showing evidence of Colin’s age and role in being the hero, fear of death “I do not wish to die having never been kissed” and this analysis made me appreciate Colin so much. It made it all the more telling that there was so much that was missed for him in part 2. Your comment about his mom made me think of that.

@layans.3330 Ай бұрын

@@RebeccaScritchfield Would love to watch it! If you ever stumbled up on it again, please do send me the link🙏🏼

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

@@layans.3330 Agreed that the first half of the season was well-written for Colin's character. In the carriage season at the end of Ep. 4 I thought his confession of his feelings to Penelope (and to himself, really) was perfect. Then, it was a whole different story for part 2! The dialogue for Colin (and sometimes Penelope) wasn't as compelling. Would've LOVED to see more about his writing. We get more of that in the book, so I was shocked they left it out. Missed opportunity, for sure. Violet and Colin have such a sweet relationsihp, so agree with you on all points here, too!

@Afrodiva Ай бұрын

This is my favorite season, but it needed much more time with Colin and Penelope. When I rewatch it, I fast forward through everything but their scenes. I didn't care about any of the side stories. I started the series with Queen Charlotte, watched this season and went back to watch 1 and 2 to get more of Polin's backstory. I didn't get from this season why people loved Benedict, his story was so poorly done for me. When he's with the family, I adore him, but other than that, it's just meaningless sexual encounters every season. I don't really know that I want to keep watching.

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

Way too many side stories this season! There were certainly side stories in the previous seasons, but they didn't take over the plot and distract from the main romance. Yes, Benedict's interactions with his family are the best. Always hanging out with the youngest two Bridgertons. Such a great sibling! 🌟

@quz908 Ай бұрын

As for Queen Charlotte, she dresses that way so that her husband may remember her better.

@shirleyanderson7671 Ай бұрын

I absolutely loved Penelope and Colin. What a pleasure it was to witness her transformation and the costumes. To date, she has the best wedding gown. They played their roles to perfection. You could feel Colin’s hurt and love basically clashing constantly once Whistledown is revealed. I also loved their wedding dance - in daylight! I was worried they would not be able to carry the season but they did but I wish we had seen more of their intimacy. Kudos.

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

Yes, Penelope is amazing and so great to see her transformation (both inside and out with the hairstyling and costumes) across all 3 season. I saw a video where Nicola Coughlan explained she even made her voice gradually stonger each season. Great actress! 🙌

@nemera34 Ай бұрын

I have no desire to watch season 4 now. I don't need all these changes for no reason. I'm disappointed.

@cheekyfemme Ай бұрын

Me too. I'm heartbroken that they butchered colin and pen's love story. I know the book and show are different yadda yadda, but their story is written so beautifully by Julia Quinn.

@mozzarella121 24 күн бұрын

They made it really easy to not watch the next season. So sad.

@amayarice2229 Ай бұрын

I loved this season and polin are my favorite couple but I definitely wanted more of them to much Benedict even though I love him

@amayarice2229 Ай бұрын

I think he has the right to be mad at her I mean all the things pen written about him and his family. Etc and he probably thinks she wasn’t gonna tell him if he didn’t follow her. Idk he was mad her for 2 weeks so Eloise was mad at her for a year.😭 I have a lot more thoughts but this is just the general thoughts lol

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

It just wasn't enough Polin 😔Hopefully they've learned for the next seasons that we want one major romance per season - not a bunch of side stories.

@niknik0723 2 күн бұрын

LOVED IT!!! No disappointments here!!!!!

@meaghanmahoney4263 18 күн бұрын

One of the podcast hosts is genuinely engaged with the material and giving thoughtful and articulate perspectives and the other one genuinely could not give less of a shit if she tried and I find the dichotomy between the two so entertaining. 😂

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast 18 күн бұрын

@@meaghanmahoney4263 We appreciate your insightful review of our episode, and yes, you are correct! 😂💞

@acp8760 Ай бұрын

I loved it but like 1-2 polin scenes in eps 6+7 would have bridged some gaps over the clunky editing

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

Yes! That's all we needed, really! Just a little more time with the main 2 characters, please! 💖

@mikulina7985 Ай бұрын

I overall like it at alot. However as much as I like the side stories I feel like they focused too much on them and not enough on Colin and Pen together. It just felt very rushed overall.

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

Exactly! By the last episode, it was like - wait? That's all we're getting of Polin! 😯

@flizfloss Ай бұрын

I absolutely loved it. I have watched it three times and will go back for more. There were differences from the book but the two characters are shown as they are. Penelope already madly in love with Colin & Colin finding his passion as time goes on. Penelope holding on to Whistledown as part of her identity just absolutely sealed her great intelligence & need to be more than who she is allowed to be. The only thing l didnt like was John Stirling's cousin being a woman. Her sudden appearance & her lines were too forced amongst a cast who interact so seemlessly with each other. Not sure what l will make of season four given Benedict's role to date but I am in love with Colin and Penelope both in written word & on screen. ❤

@kehaubrigoli3996 Ай бұрын

I didn’t like the bullying of Pen in the first part, but the second part so hot , so beautiful, I loved it. It was the best so far.

@mayaluna11 Ай бұрын

Yes: editing, camera angles and some plot lines were problematic. I still thoroughly enjoyed S3.. Penelope, Luke & cast are enough to look past nonsense.

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

I read somewhere that there weren't as many *aesthetic* shots in S3 Part 2, and then I looked back and that was so right. Less shots of the flowers, the ball decorations, the pretty costuming of the extras. The overall feeling of Part 2 was different from Part 1 and the previous seasons.

@Hrn250 7 күн бұрын

I was looking forward to series 3, but found it disappointing. Penelope did not correspond to the Penelope in the book that was in the first place and then all the other changes….. it's no longer fun to watch. I wonder what the books have to do with it.anymore. It's completely ridiculous what they made of it .

@mthepops Ай бұрын

I am not disappointed. For me it is the best season. The more relatable love story...

@barbaraterrywaggoner9174 Ай бұрын

I love season 3 both 1 and 2. I have watched it at least five times and love it each time. Well done everyone.

@christine8394 Ай бұрын

I loved it. Yes Colin was a misogynist at times but it reflected the attitudes of the time and Colin's growth.

@carolineombisa8065 Ай бұрын

I perfectly enjoyed this season. Lady W is a major part of the story and Colin was very clear about his feelings for LW. His reaction was justified. As for their love story, it has been going on since season 1. Collin may have been oblivious but his actions spoke differently.

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

Those are great points! 💞

@jean6822 Ай бұрын

Yep, they had too many stories taking us away from Luke n Pen! Loved what we got ~ but it could have been so much more!

@Swoon-WorthyPodcast Ай бұрын

So much more! Maybe less side stories in future seasons and more focus on the main romance 🤞

@milkabogdanic4037 25 күн бұрын

Hermosa 3 temporada❤

@JanetAMills Ай бұрын

Can't wait for S4, with the same show runner as S1 & S2. Enough said!

@Madi-hu2pq Ай бұрын

Wait, is the showrunner for season 1&2 coming back for season 4!?

@bslizardette4669 Ай бұрын

Where did you hear this? Only PR for season 4 that I've seen has included Jess Brownell as the showrunner.

@cheekyfemme Ай бұрын

If only. I wish he'd redo polins season!! 😢 jess is doing season 4 onwards too. She's spoken multiple times about her plans

@33abby 8 күн бұрын

Penelope deserved to have a red hot romance just as the other female leads have had. They did her a serious misjustice and it was hard to watch all the way to the end. Now, I could care less about another season of Bridgerton.