[s2e16] Facing Darkness Is Kinda My Thing -

: Russell pulled double duty by playing both Hope and Lizzie Saltzman masquerading as Hope. Her imitation of Lizzie's vanity and mannerisms was the comedic peak of the episode. 📉 The Weak Part: Diluted Stakes and Rushed Plots

If you are a fan of the show's campy, monster-of-the-week charm, you will love it. If you are looking for the dark, high-stakes drama of its predecessors The Vampire Diaries or The Originals , you will likely walk away feeling underwhelmed. [S2E16] Facing Darkness Is Kinda My Thing

If you would like to explore this episode further, tell me if you want me to: : Russell pulled double duty by playing both

: The highly-anticipated battle between "Light Josie" and "Dark Josie" resolved far too easily. The dark magic was simply siphoned away into a coin and handed over to the Necromancer. 💔 The Emotional Anchor: MG and Lizzie If you are looking for the dark, high-stakes

While the episode delivered on fun character moments, it severely divided viewers and critics on the execution of its overarching plot.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down television production in March 2020, this episode had to carry the weight of a season finale without actually being written as one. The result is a bizarre, highly creative, and occasionally frustrating hour of television. 🎭 The Best Part: The Subconscious Fairy Tale