The plot goes far beyond the kitchen, showing the complexity of a dysfunctional family
The Bear is one of today’s best series, and even though it’s not a traditional comedy, it has won several Emmy and Golden Globe awards.
The series tells the story of a chef, Carmy, who takes over his brother’s dysfunctional restaurant after his death. He tries to elevate Le Beef’s cuisine to haute cuisine, but encounters challenges along the way, especially in his relationship with the staff and their hygiene standards. But the series goes far beyond sophisticated dishes (even if they are important to the plot).
It tackles deep themes such as legacy, family relationships, and addiction (such as alcoholism). Each episode is an emotional and professional journey for the characters, making viewers connect and root for them every step of the way.
Carmy’s journey is developed in chaos, as he tries to deal with his anxiety. It isn’t until the second season, with the fateful Christmas episode, that the audience discovers the reasons that led the protagonist to a life of rigidity and isolation, full of anxiety. After the death of his brother, he completely loses control of his life and his kitchen.
The Bear focuses on Carmy’s endeavor to transform the family restaurant, and his journey of acceptance, forgiveness, and growth.
Season 3 of The Bear
The third season came to an end, leaving viewers anxious and emotional. The final episode brought unexpected twists and emotional farewells.
In the last episode, we followed the closure of Chef Terry’s (Olivia Colman) restaurant Ever. Instead of closing for financial reasons, he decides it’s time to end this phase of his life and live every second of it intensely. To mark the farewell, a big dinner is organized, inviting everyone who has been part of the restaurant’s history, including some surprises.
Richie and Carmy are the first to arrive at Ever for the farewell dinner. Looking through old photos of the restaurant, Carmy is struck by nostalgia and the sadness of its closure. When Luca arrives, he and Carmy embrace, showing the strong connection between the characters.
Tension rises when Carmy sees David, the New York chef who caused her anxiety attacks. When Carmy confronts him, he expresses his anguish, but David responds coldly, saying that he only made him a great chef. The scene intensifies Carmy’s internal conflict, leading him to deep reflection.
In the next scene, Chef Terry meets Carmy outside the restaurant and they have a heart-to-heart. She congratulates him on the opening of his restaurant and suggests that the next time they meet, he call her Andrea, indicating a new level of respect and equality between them.
During dinner, Sydney is approached by Adam, who asks her about her decision regarding an offer she hasn’t yet dared to respond to. The pressure of this decision is reflected at the closing party when Sydney has a panic attack when she sees an old review of The Beef on her fridge.
After dinner, the team gathers at Sydney’s new home for a party. While they eat pizza and caviar, Carmy receives a notification about a new review and missed calls from Uncle Jimmy and his assistant, known as “Computer”. The episode ends with Carmy exclaiming “Son of a bitch”, leaving viewers curious about the content of the review.
