The Wire 4x01 Reaction

I think you'll be surprised at how this season goes tbh, it isn't all doom and gloom and I wouldn't say the writers are overly sadistic towards the audience. There are a handful of pretty happy endings for different characters. That said, it is realistic and I almost think about it like a documentary. That's why I can find the Tommy storyline interesting despite the fact that he's kinda despicable, bc you know things like this happen in real life.

Carcetti did what every politician would (and in my opinion, should) have done with regards to Hamsterdam. I don't hold that against him whatsoever because Hamsterdam was never going to work in Baltimore, nor would it ever have been popular amongst the electorate. He'd be a fool not to take advantage of its downfall in order to score political points and increase his chances of being elected. What's the point of standing by Hamsterdam and then being ostracised by pretty much everyone in the city? What changes could he make, then? This way, he has put himself in a position where he can be elected Mayor and possibly make real systemic changes in his city based on his experiences of witnessing Hamsterdam first-hand, speaking to Colvin, attending local town hall meetings, etc.. He is wrapped up in the same bureaucracy as everyone else, yes, but we haven't seen any indication that he doesn't want what's best for the city.

They said Avon couldn't even beat Marlo but all things considered Avon had him beat, Marlo just got lucky that Stringer turned on Avon and the police saved Marlo at the last minute

This is one of the greatest seasons of television ever. But I almost feel like you shouldn't even watch it. If you're going to be stressed over the kids every single second they are one screen, you won't be able to appreciate anything. And the campaign is a huge part of the season. If you don't think it matters, you aren't going to like this season. Especially if you have your mind made up about someone just because he was a bad guy in another show.

Don't know about Chris and Snoop being the best characters, but they're sure as hell some of the most notorious

I sat down with my Mam to show her the reaction and she ended up watching the entire review too in the one sitting. She loved what the girls had to say, and agrees that we're porbably masochists for wanting them to endure this season lmao

You guys can’t be scared or nervous during this season because you will just be waiting for horrible scinerios that aren’t happening.

I’m gonna get behind because I’m on vacation 😩 but I’m looking forward to catching up. Heard nothing but good things about s4. And it’s getting closer to the point where I’ll start my campaign for Black Sails to be the next show people vote for lol.

Without spoiling anything I just want to say that while sometimes this show might be hard to watch it is never into torture porn or just depressing the viewer for the sake of it. The stories it tells are some of the most important, realistic and empathetic I've seen depicted on television. The juxtaposition in this episode between the daily struggles these kids are facing on the street with the seemingly useless egotistical bullshit game the politicians are playing is purposeful and your emotions highlight that beautifully. You want to scream at them how short sighted and selfish their goals are when seconds before you witness the life and death arm wrestle that is life as a pawn in a society that barely cares about you unless you're a percentage on a poll or a dollar in a pocket. This show makes time for both the good and bad in humanity and while it can at times seem cynical, draining and relentless there are also few shows that have made me feel how much a small act of selflessness, respect and compassion can alter someones life for the better (even if only temporary) despite society beating down on them. Anyway that's probably an intelligible ramble but I felt compelled to write this after seeing how much you two, especially Lola struggled with this episode. Try not to think too much about the worst that could happen in any situation and allow these stories to play out because the journey this season really is special.

greatest season in television

"you earnt that buck like a motherfucker" one of my fav EP intros ha

Looking forward to the next episode. SHIEEEEEEEEET

There's like a dozen spoilers in this thread. Like, what do you people get out of telling them what to expect? Pretending you're clairvoyant? You realize you aren't predicting the actual future, right? And it's just a pre-recorded TV show???? Like, congratulations? You've seen it before? What an accomplishment!

It's an interesting connection Lola makes with her mention of Jed Bartlett talking to the nursing home in The West Wing. During that town hall near the end of the first episode of season 2 he concludes with the statistic that "For the first time in our history (US) the largest group living in poverty is children." He continues that 1 in children in the US live in that poverty but in this season we'll see what it looks like when the environment is conducive to 3/4 or 4/4 experiencing that poverty.

Here we go boys and girls ^_^

LM, while The Wire does indeed contain tragedy, it also contains a lot of beauty. The writers aren't sadists, they want to depict both sides of the coin. So, you may find yourself crying from sadness this season, but also happiness. I guarantee it.

Been busy the past few months but binging to catch up to s4!!

Peace, love, and strength to you Lola. You will find things to enjoy this season.

Lola your hair looks fabulous.

It’s understandable that you wouldn’t instantly recognise Chris and Snoop. They only appeared in about half the episodes of season 3. Keep an eye out for another new character in the next episode - a cigar smoking Detective called Bunk - you’re gonna love him 😂😉

It'll be fascinating watching you react to this season. It can be overwhelming being introduced to a bunch of completely new characters and names so here's a brief summary: Randy: Got tricked into sending Lex to his death at the hands of Chris & Snoop. Had the ideas to catch a pigeon to make money and to fill the balloons with urine. Dukie: He's something of an outcast. He was the one mocked by the other kids for smelling bad and having no running water at home; and the one whose beating triggered the piss balloon fight. Namond: Big ponytail, the loudest one in the group. And you know what they say about the loudest person in the room... Michael: The most muscular one of the group. Shamed Namond into buying an ice cream for Dookie. Good to see Prez back. And also to see Carv take Bunny's advice on becoming a better police. As you pointed out, he even knows the names of the kids working his corners. Bunny was such a great character, I miss him already. EDIT: Removed something I'd written about Randy - nothing major - but it's something which is hinted in episode 1 but is only established in the next episode. L&M may have picked it up in their review of the first episode anyway.

Chris and Snoop aren't using the nail gun to shoot people -- it's for re-boarding up the vacant houses after the murders. Yes, the powder (quicklime) is for hiding the smell of decomposing bodies.

I love this season. It's the best season out of all five, IMO. But every time I do a rewatch, I gotta prepare myself for this season. Just keep in mind that it's not all bad. There are some great moments. Like someone earlier said, it's not all tragedy

LM Reactions was a really cool reaction channel to have while it lasted. It's a pity that in 6 weeks time they'll have been literally fucking murdered by this season of television.

The theme song changing every season yet having the same lyrics is such a brilliant touch. The more things change the more they stay the same. Just reinforces the themes even more. Also this seasons version was performed by 5 local Baltimore teenagers which is very fitting. So excited for this season, it deserves a Pulitzer or something.

Chris and Snoop are the scariest people in the show, but so well written. Just to clarify, they aren’t using the nail gun to kill, just to board up the houses.

I had to keep reminding myself that those boys are actors. They are THAT good. But it’s also a harsh reality for too many in this world.

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Lex is one stupid individual.

Just for another point of reference to help place Chris and Snoop in your mind, they were also involved with the plot where Avon was using Devonne to setup a hit on Marlo. While they were staking out the proposed meeting place, Snoop identified the guy buying 4 orange sodas and Chris was the one who did the drive-by shotgun blast into Avon's car.

Just started watching, but the way your excitement from hearing the new intro immediately turning into shock and horror from seeing a school is hilariously heartbreaking

Bodie is a real pos. Clown ass nigga

Prez redemption arc let's gooooo

We're finally at season 4 prepare to be entertained.....also get your tissues ready ladies

Hey I can relate with yall on kids, I'm okay with never seeing a kid get hurt (physically or emotionally) in a show, don't care how unrealistic it is. Despite that, season 4 is still my favorite season, obviously I won't get into why. Hope you can still manage to look forward to future episodes and not be too horrified during them. Also I love Carver's arc throughout the show, you can really see he learned a lot from Colvin, not like some colleagues who never learned a thing.

I knew this was going to be Lola’s favorite season :))) but for real, this season is just going to get meaner and meaner so get ready for that.

Also as much times as I have rewatched this show, I STILL managed to cry in about every episode of this season!!! Good luck girls!!!

I love season 2 but I often see it at the bottom of people's rankings so I always like hearing how much it means to Milena

Prez is the real hero of the story.

Namond, Dukie, Michael, Randy!!!!! MY BABIES!!!! And now we’re here…. the BEST season of The Wire and now you guys understand what we have meant when we said poor Lola for not wanting to see children. But now that they are here I can FINALLY give my top 5 character rankings (not that anybody asked lol) 1. My absolute favorite characters collectively are my boys Namond, Dukie, Michael, Randy!!! They all come in at #1 for me. 2.Avon (anybody reading the comments already knows how I feel about him lol. 3. Bodie (been a fav of mine since the beginning) 4. Bunk (literally the BEST out of all the cops to me) 5. Omar ( great character, love the criminal with a heart of gold). Also honorary mention and coming in at 6. Bubs (I don’t show nearly enough love for him as I should but his storyline is one of the greatest!!!)

I kinda feel sorry for the girls especially Lola. This is a tough season even when compared to the previous ones. It is probably the season I enjoy the least from an entertainment point of view even though I recognize the greatness of the writing and acting.

Season 4 is the best season imo

If I can reassure a little: it's not all horrible. It's emotional and very affecting, sure, but I feel like The Wire addresses misery well without wallowing in it. Yes, we're all awful masochists knowing this was coming for you, but it is genuinely one of the greatest seasons of television ever, and I think you'll like it just as much as what came before. EDIT: Also, just from you talking about how The Wire likes to show all aspects to make its point, that's also not always showing tragedy: there was a video a while back which compared the characters of D'Angelo and Cutty, both in the game and sent to jail for a long time. D'Angelo's story ended with tragedy but Cutty's was about showing the same kind of character if he instead got through it and then rebuilt his life. And there's at least a few more terrific examples of this kind of thing to come.

HERE WE GOOOOOOOO

They were worried any time children were on screen in the previous seasons. Season 4 gonna be interesting to watch lol

You survived Band of Brothers episode 9. You can handle this season. It will be worth it.

Oh boy I can't believe season 4 is here already, this is gonna be special https://tenor.com/view/theoden-lotr-so-it-begins-gif-14063588

When are they going to watch violet ever garden? Just curious

Damn during my Seahawks game 🏈 😡I won’t forgive you 😂. Get ready for the best season of any show in tv history 🔥🔥

had a feeling that the prez reveal would be the thumbnail for this one haha

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Ahh I was not expecting this so soon, I can't wait!

HxH is coming today girls??

I freaked out thinking I’d somehow missed 10 episodes worth of LM vids 😂😂

4x10? Might wanna rename it 😭