Carson Kelly Blogs

  After a very long night, I wanted to keep this review short and honest. I really was not a fan of Euphoria Season 3 Episode 2 . For me, the one bright spot in the episode was seeing Rue and Jules reconnect . Their scene together was beautiful, emotional, and easily the part of the episode that worked best for me. It reminded me of the kind of heart and intimacy this show can still deliver when it slows down and lets its characters breathe. Outside of that, though, this episode just did not do much for me. One of my biggest issues once again is the music. It still feels off, and that missing presence continues to affect the tone of the series in a way that is hard for me to ignore. The emotional rhythm of the show just does not hit the same for me right now, and this episode really made that stand out. So while I appreciated the Rue and Jules moment, the episode overall left me disappointed. Hopefully, Episode 3 is stronger.

Some premieres feel like a party, and then there are some that feel like stepping back into a place you once knew by heart, only to realize the walls have shifted a little. That is very much how I felt watching Euphoria Season 3 Episode 1 . Before even getting into the episode itself, I have to say this night meant a lot to me. I had just wrapped up sharing my thoughts live on stream, and for once, the room felt fuller. The interaction was lovely. I was nervous, absolutely, because I am so used to only a few people being there at a time. But tonight felt different in the best way. It felt like people were listening, talking back, and showing up. That made this premiere even more special for me. As for the episode itself, I did enjoy it. There is still something captivating about Euphoria . Even when it changes, even when it feels a little unfamiliar, the show still knows how to pull your eyes toward the screen and keep them there. It still has that emotional weight, that ache, that...

I recently watched Bring Her Back, the latest psychological horror entry from a directing duo known for pushing boundaries — visually, sonically, and narratively. While the film didn't quite hit the heights of their past work for me, I walked away with a deep respect for the craft behind it. Let’s start with what the film nails: atmosphere. From its very first moments, Bring Her Back feels heavy, grim, and off-kilter. There’s an almost suffocating darkness to the cinematography that makes every frame feel like a descent into madness. The lighting choices, the set design, and the often surreal composition of shots all contribute to a sense of deep unease. You’re never quite sure what’s real, and that’s exactly how the film wants you to feel. What stood out to me the most was the sound design. The audio work here is stellar, a cacophony of whispers, thuds, ambient noises, and sharp distortions that work their way under your skin. It’s not just background noise; it’s part of the story...