RNM Final Thoughts
I usually have a very hard time finding a show that can captivate me for multiple seasons. I often become bored of the reused plot lines and struggle to remain interested. However, to my surprise, RNM kept my attention throughout the entirety of the show. While I was skeptical of the science fiction aspect at first, I think that the show did great job of balancing the alien plot lines with the realistic drama and character development throughout the seasons. I love movies like the Hunger Games and Maze Runner, so I was interested in trying out watching science fiction in the form of a series. I like the fact that the show continued to expand on the amount of alien knowledge revealed to both the characters and the audience, without overdoing the implemented fiction. I also appreciated that the show integrated real world issues, such as LGBTQ+ rights and racial discrimination, while still keeping the story exciting and interesting.
My favorite part about RNM was the relationships that were developed throughout the show. Michael continued to be the best character in my opinion, so I enjoyed watching his own character development as well as his relationship with Alex. Not only was it a central relationship in the show with two LGBTQ+ characters, but this relationship brought a sense of reality and romance into an otherwise fictitious alien world. I think that Season 3 did the best job of developing each character and revealing the right amount of information about the alien conflicts. Each character was able to undergo their own personal journey, especially Michael and Isobel, but they also all played integral roles in working together to fight against the villains.
My only large complaints come from the last season. Although I loved the introduction of Dallas, who soon became one of my favorite characters, the addition of some of the other characters felt forced and often created a chaotic storyline. The overall plot just did not feel as cohesive as it did in the first three seasons. Additionally, I especially did not like how the show tried to force every single characters into a relationship at the end of Season 4. Maria and Dallas getting together was very random and I think that it would have been more beneficial and realistic to let them be on their own. Nevertheless, I thoroughly enjoyed watching the show and would definitely recommend it to others!