Stranger Things has captivated audiences worldwide with its unique blend of mystery, nostalgia, and supernatural elements. However, some fans believe that the success of the show has brought about a curse known as the "Stranger Things curse". The curse theory suggests that cast members of the show have experienced strange and unfortunate incidents following their involvement in the series. This has led to speculation that there is a supernatural force at play, seeking to sabotage the lives of those associated with Stranger Things. One example often cited as evidence of the curse is the untimely death of actor Gaten Matarazzo's grandmother, which occurred shortly after the release of the first season. While tragic, it is important to note that such incidents are not uncommon in people's lives and may not be directly related to their involvement in a television show.
In a flashback to July 4, 1985, Jim Hopper survives the Key's explosion by jumping to a lower platform of Starcourt Base, but is captured by Soviet soldiers and sent to a prison camp in Kamchatka.
Surf Time by The Surf Riders - El, Mike, Will, Jonathan, and Argyle leave the airport as El tells Mike that she has the whole day planned out for them; Murray arrives and hails a cab. As Dustin Henderson watches the report with his mother, Max comes to his house to informs him that the body was Chrissy and that she saw her with Eddie, who has seemingly vanished.
While tragic, it is important to note that such incidents are not uncommon in people's lives and may not be directly related to their involvement in a television show. Other instances said to be part of the curse include the arrest of actor Charlie Heaton for drug possession, as well as accidents and injuries suffered by various cast members. However, it is crucial to separate correlation from causation.
‘Stranger Things’ Chapter Two: Vecna’s Curse Review
In classic Netflix fashion, the majority of Stranger Things season four was released all at once for perfect binge-worthy content. While the season started off on a semi-rocky start with Chapter One, it didn’t take long for this installment to jump right back into the weird, disturbing, and enjoyable story we all know and love. The majority of this episode definitely still serves as laying the foundation out for the rest of the season. In Chapter One, Joyce receives a Russian doll with a phone number. She and Murray soon discover that Hopper is still alive. As far as the other storylines go, the pace definitely continues to pick up as well with Mike flying to California to visit El and Will, and the other characters working together to help Eddie after Chrissy’s death.
El and Mike in California
Overall from a story and writing standpoint, fans definitely were incredibly happy to see Hopper alive as well as Murray back into the picture very early on in the series. That storyline picks up with Murray and Joyce sparking a deal with Dmitri Antonov, a prison guard working with Hopper to help him escape. The only caveat is that they know have to trade 40,000 dollars in exchange for Hopper as well as fly to Alaska to make the exchange. Conveniently separating Joyce from Will and El while Mike comes to visit.
Back in that storyline, fans off the bat were already raging over Mike’s behavior in California towards Will. Despite audiences definitely looking forward to El and Mike’s reunion the attention was quickly diverted towards the awkward tension between him and Will. The majority of this episode surrounds Mike seeing firsthand how hard of a time El has had adjusting to her new school and how much she’s been getting bullied. Fans were also very upset in this episode when Mike didn’t seem to interject amidst the craziness of the roller skating rink scene. However, the silver lining of this plot was the new fan favorite character named Argyle. An eccentric marijuana loving goofy sidekick to Jonathon, who also so far seems very absent the majority of the episode.
Argyle and Jonathon
Back in Hawkins, Max, Dustin, and Lucas re-connect with Robin, Steve, and Nancy and confide with them of their new suspicions about Chrissy’s death. The group vows to protect Eddie, and after some D&D discussions presume an entity from the upside down whom they refer to as “Vecna” is the one wreaking havoc. Amidst all this as well, audiences were overjoyed to see Nancy tapping back into her detective roots by conducting her own investigation with Chrissy’s death. After a hefty conversation with Eddie’s uncle, he tells Nancy he believes the killer was Victor Creel, an ex Hawkins resident who now arrested was responsible for previous murders of similar nature. The episode ends with a bang as another side character named Fred who assists Nancy, is haunted by visions of his past and limbs snapped all over the place.
Overall the pace of this season definitely begins to pick up steam in this jam packed episode. Surprisingly at this point fans continued to attach to the lovable side characters of Eddie and Argyle as opposed to the other characters, similarly to Chrissy in the first episode. The following episodes definitely continue to follow this trend of fans habitually getting annoyed at some of the behavior in characters like Mike despite this only being the beginning of the season. Needless to say this episode set the tone for the trends to follow throughout the rest of the season.
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These occurrences can happen to anyone, and attributing them to a curse is simply an attempt to find patterns where there may not be any. Some fans also speculate that the "Stranger Things curse" extends beyond the cast. They believe that the show itself has attracted negative energy, leading to real-life paranormal events occurring in the areas where it is filmed. While this theory adds a mysterious element to the show's lore, it lacks concrete evidence. In conclusion, the concept of the "Stranger Things curse" is an intriguing one, but it should be approached with skepticism. The incidents and accidents that have occurred may simply be coincidences or typical occurrences in the lives of individuals associated with the show. While Stranger Things may have a supernatural theme, it is essential to separate fiction from reality when discussing curses and paranormal phenomena..
Reviews for "The Sinister Side of Stgraganer Things Vecba: Cursed or Haunted?"
1. John - 2 stars
I was really excited to watch "Straganer Things Vecba Curse" as a fan of the original "Stranger Things" series. However, I was extremely disappointed with this spin-off. The storyline felt convoluted and poorly executed, and the characters lacked depth. I found myself losing interest halfway through the series and couldn't bring myself to finish it. It's a shame because I had high hopes for this show.
2. Sarah - 1 star
I cannot express how disappointed I am with "Straganer Things Vecba Curse." The acting was subpar, and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. The plotline felt like a cheap imitation of the original "Stranger Things" series, lacking the depth and thrill that made the original so captivating. I struggled to make it through the first episode and decided it wasn't worth wasting my time on the rest. Save yourself the frustration and skip this one.
3. Robert - 2 stars
As a fan of the "Stranger Things" series, I was excited to dive into "Straganer Things Vecba Curse," but it fell short of my expectations. The new characters introduced didn't resonate with me, and the storyline felt disjointed and confusing. The pacing was off, and the tension that made the original series so gripping was almost nonexistent. Overall, it lacked the magic of the original series and failed to keep me engaged throughout.
4. Emily - 1 star
I regret wasting my time watching "Straganer Things Vecba Curse." The writing felt lazy, the acting was mediocre at best, and the plot felt like a mere rehash of the original series without adding anything new or interesting. I found myself bored and uninterested in what was happening, and the conclusion was underwhelming. I would not recommend this spin-off to anyone, as it fails to capture the essence of what made the original "Stranger Things" so enjoyable.