The Bear season 4 - Healing and change [ENG/SPA]

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I just finished the fourth season of The Bear, and honestly, for me, it's one of the best shows of this decade. It started out as this wild mix of chaos and complexity, but it really ended with some deep reflections and a powerful message about change and healing. I'll never forget that first season where the chaos seemed never-ending, but as the story went on, we saw this incredibly exciting and inspiring evolution.

The Bear 4ta temporada - Sanación y cambio

He terminado la cuarta temporada de esta serie que para mí es una de las mejores de esta década, una que comenzó siendo una mezcla de caos y complejidad, para terminar con profundas reflexiones y un mensaje de cambio y sanación. Como olvidar aquella primera temporada donde el caos parecía perpetuo, pero a medida que avanzo la historia, nos mostró una evolución muy emocionante e inspiradora.

For me, the best episode of this season was episode 7, "The Wedding." I think it's the perfect contrast to "Fishes" from season two. We see the yelling replaced by thoughtful silences and honest, healing conversations. The family comes together despite their past hurts and manages to create something nobody expected: an atmosphere of forgiveness and understanding. This definitely divided fans—some expected a total disaster, but others, like me, were super satisfied. It genuinely brought me joy.

Para mí el mejor episodio de esta temporada es el 7 la boda, creo que es el perfecto contraste con el episodio Fishes de la segunda temporada. Vemos cómo los gritos son reemplazados por silencios reflexivos y platicas honestas y sanadoras. La familia se reúne a pesar de las heridas del pasado y logran lo que nadie se esperaba, un ambiente de perdón y entendimiento, esto provocó opiniones divididas entre los fanáticos, unos esperaban que fueran un desastre, pero otros como yo terminamos muy satisfechos, me trajo alegría.


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I really liked the whole "race against the clock" plotline to get the restaurant profitable. It put all the characters' perspectives into sharp focus, and they started adapting to limitations and becoming more efficient. Bringing in the element of time was perfect because it reminds us that time waits for no one. It doesn't matter if you're improving; if time runs out, what's done is done, period.

El recurso de la carrera contra el reloj para lograr que el restaurante genera ganancias me gustó mucho. Puso a todos los personajes en perspectiva y comenzaron a adaptarse a las limitaciones y hacerse más eficiente. Involucrar al tiempo es perfecto porque nos recuerda que este no espera por nadie, no importa si está mejorando, si se acaba, lo que se logró se logró y punto.


Even though Richie's my favorite character, this season really made me appreciate Carmy more. It showed that being talented and really good at one thing doesn't necessarily make us good at every other aspect of life. Carmy realizes that and stops imposing his ideas on how to run the restaurant, like changing the menu daily, because it was driving them into the ground.

Aunque mi personaje favorito es Richie, está temporada me hizo apreciar más el personaje de Carmy. Demuestra que el talento y ser muy buenos en algo, no nos hace necesariamente buenos en todos los demás aspectos de la vida. Carmy se da cuenta de eso y deja de imponer su criterio en el manejo del restaurante, como el hecho de cambiar el menu a diario, porque eso les está llevando a la quiebra.

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I loved the irony of Carmy starting to take things easy, slowing down his own life, when the restaurant was running out of time and they needed to speed up to try and save it. This change of pace made him a more sensitive person, and he started listening and letting others take charge. That's the only way he got his love for Claire back and even managed to forgive his mom, who hurt him so much.

Me gustó la ironía de como Carmy comenzó a tomarse las cosas con calma, cambiando el ritmo de su vida, cuando el restaurante se estaba quedando sin tiempo y era necesario acelerar por esos para tratar de salvarlo. Este cambio de ritmo le hace una persona más sensible y comienza a escuchar y dejar que otros se hagan cargo, solo así recupera el amor junto a Claire e incluso perdonar a su madre que tanto daño le hizo.

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And how can I not talk about Richie and his huge transformation? Seeing him smile in the episode of his ex-wife's wedding was unforgettable. It really hit me when he made that kind of plea in his sleep, asking a higher power for the restaurant not to fail. That was clear evidence he finally found his purpose in life there, and he starts encouraging the rest of the team about the importance of selfless hospitality. But to do that, they have to fix their own problems first so they can serve with the best attitude.

Cómo no hablar de Richie y su gran cambio, verle sonreír en el episodio de la boda de su ex esposa fue memorable. Me impacto verle hacer una especie de suplica mientras dormía pidiéndole a una fuerza superior que el restaurante no fracasará, esto fue una clara evidencia que finalmente encontró su propósito de vida en este lugar, donde comienza a promover en el resto del equipo la importancia de dar hospitalidad desinteresada, pero para eso deben solucionar sus propios problemas y poder servir con la mejor actitud.

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In a nutshell, the series was really about the characters' journey of change; it was never just about cooking or the restaurant itself. The message focused on how people deal with the death of a loved one, how they control their passions for the greater good, and how they work on change no matter what stage of life they're in. I appreciate how bold the creators were in moving past the chaos theme to explore change and reconciliation. I honestly don't get why this show is categorized as a comedy at awards shows.

En resumen la serie se trató de un viaje lleno de cambios en sus personajes, nunca se trató de cocina ni el restaurante. El mensaje se centro en como se lidia con la muerte de una persona cercana, como se controlan la pasiones pensando en el bien colectivo y como se trabaja en el cambio sin importar en que etapa de nuestra vida nos encontramos. Me gustó el atrevimiento de los creadores de dejar el tema del caos para explorar el cambio y la reconciliación. Definitivamente no entiendo porque esta serie en las premiaciones es colocada en la categoría de comedia.

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11 comments
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I didn't know of this show, but through your review, I think it might have great character development. It feels for adults and looks reflective. Is it really a comedy? I wouldn't mind the laughs either. I must start on season one, though. I'll add it to my list!

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It's definitely for adults, but not because of the strong scenes, just the language and the topics it touches on. It's not a comedy at all, it has comic moments, but they are few.

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This seem like a really good watch from your review. At first glance of the thumbnail, one would think it's a movie shot onboard a space ship lol. I love me a movie with reflections and thoughtfulness, would add to my watch list 🙂

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Sure, but if you look closely you'll notice it's a kitchen, it's a four-season series, 💯 recommended