Cold Harbor

The tension in this finale is incredibly, incredibly gripping. We get some much-needed answers while the denouement remains relatively open-ended--which is just as admittedly frustrating as it is exciting.

Incredible color grading this episode. From the earthy browns to the unsettling blues and greens to the blaring reds, this episode was a visual feast. Cinematography has always been Severance's strong suit, and I'm happy to say they've delivered wonderfully in this finale. These shots achieved their goals in the emotions they were able to evoke, from wonder to discomfort to solemn to just outright wildness.

The pacing between scenes was, similar to Season 1's finale, rivetingly done. At no point was the flow disrupted, yet it still felt like a roller coaster. The pace goes from a walk to a stride to a straight sprint, which is exactly what was needed to create the tension this was able to provide.

Some absolutely stellar performances were delivered by Adam Scott, Britt Lower, Dichen Lachman, and Tramell Tillman. Much attention was paid to the nuances between their characters, and I can't wait to see how they explore them further in Season 3. To compliment these performances, the editing was on point--one particular hard-to-realize-scene had me shaking my head in amazement with how smooth the cuts and dialogue were.

All in all, this finale was just as intense as it was delicate and pensive at points. While I don't know where Season 3 will take us, I'm incredibly happy with the way loose ends were tied up, especially after the penultimate episode let the puzzle pieces fall beautifully into place. Hopefully, we're looking at a TV classic.

Where to start.... episode ties up numerous plot threads, a risky move that paid off spectacularly. It wraps up so neatly that the series could end here and still be phenomenal - though I'd hate to see it go. The leads deliver breathtaking performances, layered with nuance I can't fathom executing. I've always been attracted to this show because of how original the premise (severance) is - and they do a fantastic job of sticking to that originality and really playing to it this episode. Stunning direction and cinematography elevate every frame, while the set design (that final scene!) is awe-inspiring. A masterful, thoughtful close that rewards every twist of the season. Bravo!

When I look back and really analyze this episode, I don't think there is a single thing I would change or do the slightest bit differently. We are watching history in the making folks. This is how you do a season finale. Genuinely one of the best season finales in TV ever.

Everything fits so perfectly - it all pays off from the 9 hours we've poured into these characters this season. This episode has some of the most emotional moments of the series, and some of the most shocking, jaw-dropping, and insane elements. If you want to be on the edge of your seat for 75 minutes, this is the episode for you.

This episode feels so complete, so nuanced, and yet so grand in scale at the same time. It just does what Severance does best at a controlled fast paced entertaining speed. Appreciate this episode for what it is - perfection.

Severance is just something special. With such a dystopian and uncanny premise it can feel extremely weird, even funny at times, and yet it was able to deliver something so thought-provoking and emotionally impactful.

For a show with so many mysteries and a finale that didn't *really* provide an answer to any of them, it surprisingly didn't feel like edging. I was left so emotionally fulfilled by the end of this episode that I wasn't at all thinking about Lumon's (presumably) evil plan, there is so much more to this show than just the mysteries. And the final sequence is just perfect.

I have no idea where the story could go from here and will be patiently waiting for Season 3.

This finale gave me all the feelings and everything I could ask for. I cannot complain. And as far as the cliffhanger goes, I guess this is the essence of the show, this is where it was always going. Might be a bit frustrating to have to wait 1-2 years till the next season, but it gave us all the food for thought.

What can I say, so well done, it was a roller coaster of emotions, some comedic moments were incredible, if someone that hasn't watched severance before were to watch this episode they would be so confused! Haha. It closed off the season incredibly, and gives me high hopes for an equal or better season 3! Well done to everyone involved in creating the season!