Stranger Things S5 Volume 2 Review: Fans Underwhelmed by Lackluster Finale
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Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 2, the highly-anticipated conclusion of Netflix's beloved sci-fi series, has left fans feeling disappointed and underwhelmed. The second part of the Duffer Brothers' final chapter, which picks up where the explosive events of Volume 1 left off, fails to deliver on its promise of a gripping showdown. The story follows Will Byers as he discovers his ability to tap into the hive mind of the Upside Down, turning the tide in the group's favour. However, this setup, which was meant to lead to a thrilling confrontation, feels emotionally flat and lacks the urgency that fans had come to expect from the series. Social media has been flooded with negative reactions from fans, who feel that the pacing and story beats are restrained and underwhelming. Many have taken issue with the performance of lead star Millie Bobby Brown, who plays Eleven, feeling that it lacks the emotional depth of previous seasons. One fan wrote, "I was more impressed by the actor who plays Holly than Millie Bobby Brown this season. She did absolutely nothing." Another viewer commented, "All that development till Season 4 — and now she's talking like she's a kid again.
