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You Season 5 Missed A Huge Love Quinn Opportunity

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The conclusion of the series was almost flawless, except for a recurring issue: a significant character from earlier seasons was largely disregarded. The Netflix show concluded with season 5, where Joe Goldberg was brought to account for the numerous murders he had committed during his narrative. To emphasize this point, the show You reintroduced Guinevere Beck, Joe’s initial obsession from season 1, in a poignant tribute that ultimately tied the story together neatly. However, it wasn’t just Beck who deserved such recognition and justice; other characters should have been given similar treatment as well.

In the five seasons of “You”, Joe had numerous fixations, and each one found themselves in grave danger as a consequence. Characters like Candice, Beck, and Love met their untimely ends, and it seemed that the same fate awaited Marienne, Kate, and Bronte. However, towards the end of “You”, Joe was compelled to encounter his remaining victims, who banded together in an attempt to bring him down. Although Love was deceased and couldn’t confront him, she returned symbolically, underscoring the notion that Joe could never evade her. It would have been particularly poignant if Love had also resurfaced, but regrettably, this character from “You” was nowhere to be found.

Love Quinn’s Absence Is One Of You Season 5’s Biggest Ending Complaints

Joe’s Story Came Full Circle In Every Other Way

The last season of You was beautifully conclusive, with Kate, Nadia, and Marienne joining forces to expose Joe as a villain. Eventually, they convinced Bronte that the man she cared for deeply was actually a monster. From there, Bronte took action to bring justice for Beck in a unique way – she made Joe edit out his harmful words from her book, and then had him arrested and sentenced to prison for life. Even though Joe often portrayed himself as a protector of women, the fact that they all worked together to make him confront his true nature was incredibly satisfying.

It appears that the fifth season of “You” didn’t quite meet expectations, as Beck’s return seemed more focused on bringing Joe to justice rather than developing Love Quinn’s character significantly. Victoria Pedretti’s character, Love, was hardly present, making no appearances and only being mentioned occasionally, such as when Joe confessed to her murder. While this confession played a role in Joe’s conviction, it’s hard not to notice that Love Quinn’s influence on the series finale was minimal compared to other victims.

Many viewers feel that the conclusion of “You” season 5 fell short, particularly since they were eagerly anticipating the return of Joe’s wife in the final season. The notion of completing a full circle wasn’t fully realized without acknowledging Joe’s wife, as her character underscored the harsh reality that no woman could truly fulfill Joe. Despite accepting him for who he was, Joe ultimately betrayed his wife at the end. This emotional moment would have added depth to Joe’s pursuit of Bronte, but “You” season 5 failed to address it effectively.

Henry Goldberg’s Season 5 Story Was The Perfect Way To Honor Love

Love’s Legacy Could Have Lived On In Henry

In a sense, the fifth season of “You” might have provided resolution for Love’s narrative by involving her son, Henry, more significantly. While Love was almost as problematic as Joe, she wasn’t as self-deceived as her husband. Her last words hinted that neither she nor Joe could ensure Henry’s safety, implying that she showed more selflessness and self-awareness as a parent than Joe ever did. Regrettably, this aspect of Love’s character seemed largely overlooked in the events of “You” season 5. Nonetheless, exploring Henry’s story further could have given depth to Love’s tragic demise.

Love might not have warranted as much focus as Beck, but introducing an element of Henry’s storyline could have offered a more fulfilling resolution for this character. Perhaps the resourceful young boy could have embarked on a quest to uncover details about his biological mother, ultimately learning about the selfless acts she performed for him. Moreover, if we were privy to the fact that Henry discovered his father was responsible for his mother’s death, as well as attempting to harm Kate, the impact of his decision to exclude Joe from his life would have been more potent. This revelation would have crumbled Joe’s lies and, even without Love physically appearing, her character would have been given due recognition.

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2025-05-20 22:12

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