I really hope season three of DDBA leans more into dialogue and gives our main characters more screen time. What made season three of the original Netflix series so compelling was Matt’s moral struggle with his faith, along with Karen’s fully developed storyline. Those emotional and character-driven arcs are what grounded the show, and not just the conflict with the antagonists.
Right now, it feels like we’re missing those quieter moments where scenes can just breathe. I’m holding off full judgment until the final two episodes air, but honestly, I’m a tad disappointed with how Matt and Karen’s relationship has been handled this season so far. I was really hoping for at least a flashback about how they finally got back together or more meaningful dialogue exploring their relationship together. Don’t get me wrong. I absolutely love that they are finally together, but I am missing some of those quieter moments between them from the previous series.
I get that eight episodes can make things feel rushed, but that makes it even more important to prioritize the main characters. That’s why I’m surprised we haven’t seen more, especially knowing how Charlie and Deborah approach their roles. They’ve both openly spoken about how much thought they put into their characters’ backstories and relationships, which makes the lack of on-screen development here feel like a bit of a missed opportunity.
So far, this season has leaned heavily into a good guys vs. bad guys dynamic, which is very enjoyable, but I also want to see more of what’s going on internally with these characters. Their emotional journeys are what make the story resonate.
Here’s hoping season three strikes that balance, because Charlie and Deborah’s chemistry is more than capable of carrying standout scenes, when the writing actually gives them the space to do it.
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