TL;DR
- Season two ups the stakes with thrilling mysteries.
- Queer character Cara gets sidelined significantly.
- Less LGBTQ+ representation than in season one.
- Pip faces moral dilemmas and community struggles.
- Fans hope for better representation in future seasons.
Netflix’s A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder is back with a vengeance, delivering a nail-biting second season that’s packed with crime, suspense, and a dash of teenage angst. But hold onto your rainbow flags, because while the stakes are higher, the queer representation has taken a nosedive. Let’s break it down.
First, the good news: season two is a thrilling ride! Pip (Emma Myers) is back, and she’s knee-deep in danger, juggling her obsession with justice and the truth while trying to keep her friends safe. But here’s the kicker—her queer best friend Cara (Asha Banks) is barely around. What gives?
In season one, Cara was a breath of fresh air, providing not just support for Pip but also a glimpse into the queer experience. But in season two, she’s practically ghosting us. Sure, she’s still in the picture, but thanks to a spat with Pip, she’s sidelined from the action. And let’s not even get started on her love life—Ruby (Orla Hill) makes a return, but we’re left hanging without any updates on their relationship. Did they even kiss? Who knows!
It’s disappointing to see such a vital character reduced to a mere footnote in the storyline. As the show continues to explore dark themes and moral complexities, it seems to forget that queer representation matters. In a world where LGBTQ+ visibility is already waning, having a character like Cara fade into the background feels like a missed opportunity. The “dad test” comes to mind: if a straight dad watches this show and can’t remember that a character is queer, then what’s the point?
Despite the lack of queer content, the season does deliver on the drama. Pip is grappling with the aftermath of her first season escapades, facing the consequences of her actions and the impact on her community, especially on Cara. The stakes are higher than ever, with two crimes to solve: one involving a rich jerk standing trial for sexual assault and another concerning a missing friend’s brother. Talk about heavy!
Pip’s journey is a rollercoaster of moral dilemmas, and she learns that the justice system isn’t always just. Sometimes, the bad guys get away with their crimes because they’re rich and powerful. It’s a harsh reality that resonates deeply in today’s world, making her quest for truth all the more compelling.
So, what’s next for A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder? Fans are already clamoring for a third season, hoping it will bring back the queer representation that season two so sorely lacked. After all, there’s a third book in the series and a novella waiting to be adapted. Fingers crossed that Cara gets more screen time and maybe even a girlfriend to spice things up!
All episodes of A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder are currently streaming on Netflix. Let’s hope the next season gives us more of what we crave: thrilling mysteries and a healthy dose of LGBTQ+ love!
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