Terrific piece, Arielle. I’ll admit I fell into the “competency porn” trap watching season 1, but I love even more what they’ve done with season 2. I’ve been frustrated by some reactions I’ve read to this season. Some fans just cannot handle Dr. Robby not being the noble hero he appeared to be in season 1, but it’s so deep and real. (And I’d argue he still is a hero to his patients- just not to his co-workers or anyone in his life.)
Thanks so much for reading, Lisa! I've been fascinated by the fan response too and completely agree. This season helped me to further understand Robby's character! I can't wait for the next season.
It's an amazing show that has captivated me with its humanity and ability to craft these three dimensional characters. Nothing about the show is easy, but that's by design. We live in a world where it's all to easy to ignore pain, and where it's also sadly easy to choose to marinate in despair. You've written what might be the best encapsulation about what makes The Pitt tick, and why it's so resonant, that I've ever read. Great job and thanks.
Terrific piece, Arielle. I’ll admit I fell into the “competency porn” trap watching season 1, but I love even more what they’ve done with season 2. I’ve been frustrated by some reactions I’ve read to this season. Some fans just cannot handle Dr. Robby not being the noble hero he appeared to be in season 1, but it’s so deep and real. (And I’d argue he still is a hero to his patients- just not to his co-workers or anyone in his life.)
Thanks so much for reading, Lisa! I've been fascinated by the fan response too and completely agree. This season helped me to further understand Robby's character! I can't wait for the next season.
It's an amazing show that has captivated me with its humanity and ability to craft these three dimensional characters. Nothing about the show is easy, but that's by design. We live in a world where it's all to easy to ignore pain, and where it's also sadly easy to choose to marinate in despair. You've written what might be the best encapsulation about what makes The Pitt tick, and why it's so resonant, that I've ever read. Great job and thanks.
Thank you so much for reading!