Even now, after ten episodes, it’s hard to believe that the duo are not related in real life or had never known each prior to the five months of filming! As a whole, the performances delivered by both Anjelica Bette Fellini and Maddie Phillips were captivating, and left me yearning for a twin sister to share antics with, although perhaps without the dangerous bounty hunter bits. Blair’s “I am not Vin Diesel”, a witty reference to Fast and Furious whilst apprehending a skip (criminal), will never not be legendary. The complexity of her character arc highlighted that despite a lot of insecurities and wondering whether she is worthy of love, the teen’s vibrant personality will always shine through – nobody deserves her if they can’t comprehend this. One such twist is an unexpected yet pure LGBTQ+ relationship between two unlikely characters, which shows the complexity of young love and the confusions it brings along the way.ĭespite these initial stereotypes, the character who I have genuinely resonated with since the pilot is Blair: sarcastic, wild, and hugely compassionate (though concealed by her rebellious facade), under no circumstances does she allow her opinion to be undermined and is guided by a strong morality. Yet, surprisingly, our preconceptions are challenged and the characters aren’t all they seem, on top of several plot twists being thrown into the mix. There is Blair ‘the rebel’ and Sterling ‘the goody-two shoes’. As the 49 minutes of screen time steadily develops, viewers are able to notice a few stereotypes: April, ‘the leader with control issues’, Luke, the ‘dumb jock’, and the twins who are almost polar opposites. This may be off-putting to some viewers but clearly highlights the messy, fast paced normality of a sixteen year old’s life.
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The series opens with ‘Daddy’s Truck’, an episode filled with as many innuendos as the title. Issues covered range from strict religious communities to LGBTQ+ relationships and the struggles of friendships and family dynamics.
The show opts to cover a wide range of themes that are becoming increasingly relevant to the youth of today. The original series focuses on fraternal twin sisters Blair (Anjelica Bette Fellini) and Sterling Wesley (Maddie Phillips), who stumble into the turbulent life of bounty hunting after an unexpected encounter with Bowser (Kadeem Hardison), a veteran bounty hunter turned mentor.
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For now, myself and many other devout viewers of Teenage Bounty Hunters are just hoping for a miracle renewal to brighten up a downcast year full of disappointments for the TV industry.
Disappointingly though, all of these shows have featured relatable depictions of minority characters, mental health, and many other pressing issues. Unfortunately, this will not come as a surprise after many fan favourites of a similar ilk, including The Society and I Am Not Okay With This, have fallen victim to the streaming giant’s wrath this year. After a strange year of uncertainty, Netflix gifted its viewers with new comedy-drama Teenage Bounty Hunters, only to snatch it away a month ago through a swift cancellation.
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