This Is Us Season 2, Episode 18 "The Wedding" Posted by Shannon If all of Season Two was about Jack’s death (and it was, for better or for worse), then it’s only fitting that the finale take a step back and refocus. Set us up … [Read more...]
“I can’t carry this for you.” – This Is Us Recap – This Big, Amazing, Beautiful Life
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 17 "This Big, Amazing, Beautiful Life" Posted by Shannon I love a good thesis statement. It’s the English major in me, I’m sure, but a comprehensive thesis statement can’t be beat. It’s adaptable but steady, and as … [Read more...]
“Let’s never do nothing again.” – This Is Us Recap – Vegas, Baby
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 16 "Vegas, Baby" Posted by Shannon I love it when art imitates life. Just a few weeks ago, on our way to the annual Gallifrey One convention, myself, our fearless Head Over Feels leaders and a large contingent of … [Read more...]
“You’re as tough as they come, Rebecca Pearson.” – This Is Us Recap – The Car
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 15 "The Car" Posted by Shannon In retrospect, it was a mercy to have these most recent two episodes air within three days of each other. After building up to “Super Bowl Sunday” for most of the past … [Read more...]
“I am going for the catharsis jugular.” – This Is Us Recap – Super Bowl Sunday
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 14 "Super Bowl Sunday" Posted by Shannon I recently had a revelation about anniversaries. Having hit one myself - a five-year anniversary of a personal holiday tradition - I got to thinking about how we mark the … [Read more...]
“The last Pearson Super Bowl is getting off to an angsty start.” – This Is Us Recap – That’ll Be the Day
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 13 "That'll Be the Day" Posted by Shannon I know, I know. I’ve been saying since the Season 2 premiere that teasing out Jack’s death was manipulative and tired. And I stand by it. But to be completely honest, now … [Read more...]
“Strays always end up with someone who needs ’em.” – This Is Us Recap – Clooney
source: bigthree.tumblr.com This Is Us Season 2, Episode 12 "Clooney" Posted by Shannon George Clooney references abound in This Is Us. The last time we heard Clooney it was in reference to Kevin’s grand Manny return, so I honestly … [Read more...]
“This is not how I pictured my day at rehab going.” – This Is Us Recap – Fifth Wheel
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 11 "Fifth Wheel" Posted by Shannon Between the winter break and the structure of the fall trilogy, it’s been a while since we’ve had the whole Pearson gang together. And DAMN is there a lot to talk about. … [Read more...]
“That’s the ride.” – This Is Us Recap – Number Three
This Is Us Season Two, Episode 10 "Number Three" Posted by Shannon Just as he was the last piece of the familial puzzle for Jack and Rebecca, Randall’s entry into the fall finale trilogy pulls together each of the strings from the last two … [Read more...]
“We will not let this break us” – This Is Us Recap – Number Two
source: thisisthebig3.tumblr.com This Is Us Season Two, Episode 9 "Number Two" Posted by Shannon The fall finale trilogy is beginning to resemble a kaleidoscope; with each turn of the camera, we see a new angle, gain a new awareness, … [Read more...]
“You guys wanna honor Kevin Pearson? Let’s honor him.” – This Is Us Recap – Number One
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 8 "Number One" Posted by Shannon The first half of the season is winding down with a structured trilogy of episodes focused on each of the Big Three. Personally, I love this idea; This Is Us hasn’t played with its … [Read more...]
“We don’t get a lot of families in here that look like yours.” – This Is Us Recap – The Most Disappointed Man
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 7 "The Most Disappointed Man" Posted by Shannon Disappointment and hope are intrinsically linked; in a heartbreaking, complicated way, it’s almost impossible to have one without the other. “The Most … [Read more...]
“I’m not the same as I was.” – This Is Us Recap – The 20s
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 6 "The 20s" Posted by Shannon When my quarter life crisis hit, I had just moved to New York City, finally achieving a goal I’d had for the entirety of my young life. Sure, I made it to the town of my dreams, but that … [Read more...]
“I try not to feel anything at all.” – This Is Us Recap – Brothers
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 5 "Brothers" Posted by Shannon The Pearson family has a few calling cards. Steelers fandom, a knack for performance, and an attachment to unique traditions all signify their familial bond. But they also share a … [Read more...]
“You shouldn’t have to try.” – This Is Us Recap – Still There
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 4 "Still There" Posted by Shannon There certainly is a lot going on this week. Thematically, “Still There” is all over the place; the episode splits its focus between race, parenthood and illness, bouncing around … [Read more...]
“There’s no such thing as a long time ago.” – This Is Us Recap – Highs and Lows
This Is Us Season 2, Episode 3 "Highs and Lows" Posted by Shannon Toxic masculinity is some dangerous bullshit. It’s never ending, it’s inescapable, and it’s exhausting. And while I honestly never thought I’d say this, it’s also the crux of … [Read more...]
“Some things are better left unsaid.” – This Is Us Recap – A Manny-Splendored Thing
source: thisisthebig3.tumblr.com This Is Us Season 2, Episode 2 "A Manny-Splendored Thing" Posted by Shannon This week was such a relief. I know I’ve harped on how disappointed I was by the season one finale, and while last week wasn’t all … [Read more...]
“I wanna adjust your perfect plan.” – This Is Us Recap – A Father’s Advice
This is Us Season 2, Episode 1 "A Father's Advice" Posted by Shannon Welcome back, Pearson clan! We’ve made it through a long summer hiatus, nabbed some statues along the way (STERLING, DARLING, CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR EMMY), and are picking up … [Read more...]