This was excellent. The only comment I'd make is that Luther's persistence in returning to the alley over and over in season 2 is not just due to his hope and dedication in finding his siblings, but also his abject terror at surviving alone without any support or guidance. All of them would be reeling from the realization they may not be able to get home, and that they have to learn to navigate the 60s without the period-appropriate general social and cultural knowledge we all rely on to get by, but to deal with all that AND ALSO have to learn to be independent at the same time? Poor guy was DESPERATE to find someone who'd understand and could help him.
Luther really grew to be one of my favorite characters in season 2. Easily the most misunderstood characters who may had moments of being stubborn, rigid and a bit arrogant but was still deeply caring, loyal and protective. He deserves a peaceful, simple life outside of being a superhero. Thank you, I was hoping there was a legitimate, detailed and accurate of a character that truly deserved. * Also when Hazel strikes Vanya, Luther was the first to try to defend and later checks if Vanya is ok and when the chandelier falls, he tells Diego and Allison to get out of the way and he ends being one to be crushed by the giant chandelier.
It's so refreshing to hear a more nuanced take on the Umbrella Academy characters, especially Luther who's so shockingly misunderstood. Can't wait for the rest of your series!!
Please tell me you are going to continue this series when you have time. I truly love this show and how deep each character is. Thank you for taking time to talk about Luther and how deep he actually is. (:
Congratulations on your literature degree, Claudia! 🎊🎓📚 I totally agree with your assessment on Luther. I've loved him since Season 1, as he's toiled so long and hard for Reginald, only for him to not appreciate his efforts. He was breaking down from this shocking revelation, and Series 2 did a stellar job at having him realise just what a terrible person their father really is, apologising for locking up Vanya, and maturely accepting that Allison was now remarried to Ray. ❣️ During the scene where Reggie publicly rejects Luther, I just wanted to give Luther ALL of the hugs, and to punch out Reggie. The Luther and Pogo parallels are simply fascinating. I hope that Season 3 will continue to show Luther's growth, as our Spaceboy clearly deserves better! 💪🚀♥️
I so adored the brilliantly in depth analysis you did on every single aspect of Luther!! This was such an interesting, thought-provoking, captivating video! Also, amazing work with all the images you created with quotes, lists of his features, etc, with the iconic 60s style s2 has and the fonts, that was all so very cool and added a lot to the video!! I usually put these kind of essay videos in the background as I draw or do smth else, but for this one, I couldn't take my eyes nor attention off the video!! So great job on that 💛! I'm so absolutely excited for ALL the next videos, I just can not wait and I'm just soooo bloody thrilled you're doing these, ah, I love it. brilliant work, thanks a lot!!
This was such a great video. I went from mildly disliking Luther to appreciating his character, relationships and his arc. I’m very much looking forward to the next part of this wonderful series. 😊
I loved this and completely agree with you. I would love them to explore Luther's relationship with his body futher. The thing that his "ugliness" and physical strenght which is a big positive part of his identity come from the same source-his body. And how he deals with the fact that unlike all his other siblings he cannot quite pass as "normal" when not actively using his powers.Even though it makes sense for the plot I still think it's somewhat interesting that "he left me on the moon" is something he tells someone outside of the family, but faced with his father himsef it's the rage about his body that gives him the strenght to stand up to him.
Any chance this series will continue? I love your perspective on these characters and you've brought up things I hadn't thought of. I would really love to hear what you think of the others!
Thank you for this thorough analysis. I've been researching dysfunctional family dynamics for quite some time and I've discovered that the kids are in 7 family roles that may be rotated a bit in a dysfunctional or abusive family household. Luther is actually in the role of the "Golden Child" or "Hero", Diego is most likely in the role of "The Rebel" or "Problem Child", Allison is actually very much the "Caregiver" which can sometimes be seen as the "Golden Child" or vice versa (probably why they bonded as kids and have a romantic element to their relationship), Klaus is the "Mascot" or "Clown" but can also be seen as the "Addict" though most of the kids have unhealthy addictions in some way he is most obvious with this. 5 is the "Mastermind", Ben is the "Invisible Child" or "Lost Child" and Vanya is the "Scapegoat". These roles can change depending on the kids healing process and also under the reign of a narcissistic parental figure (Reginald) life can be confusing when manipulations like projection, gas lighting and a whole host of other emotional abuse tactics are introduced. These tactics are confusing for many adults let alone kids that are just figuring out the world. Excellent video essay! I wish more people were speaking up about Luther, sadly people confuse his behavior as narcissistic because he's "aping" his "father's" behaviour as a survival strategy for living with Reginald. Kids all need love, safety and attention in order to thrive as a fully functioning human being. They didn't get any of that but Luther confused Reginald's praise as love and attention, which is why he is the most loyal to him. The other kids may have just accepted easier that their "Dad" was toxic but Luther had no idea Reginald does everything to soothe his own damaged ego and keeps close those that are loyal to him: Luther, Mom (codependent empath) and Pogo (Flying Monkey). Anyway, I can talk about this forever but yes, this was just a long-winded way of saying I look forward to more of your video essays.
You have no idea how happy this video makes me. Umbrella academy is my favourite of all time tv show too. And my favourite thing on Earth is watching massive long video essays on media so thank you so much. I cannot wait for the rest and especially Diego. I’m so excited for you to pick apart all his weird actions lol Great video I can’t believe it’s free
Oh my god, huge congratulations on your 1st Class degree! I studied Creative Writing and Literature too, and have always loved watching your videos, so well done, you must have worked incredibly hard while producing such incredible UA-cam videos! I've only just started watching the Umbrella Academy, binged the 1st season and now working through the 2nd. Got to say, as a child who was raised in an abusive household, the depiction of abuse and the effects it has on the Hargreeves kids is one of the most realistic depictions I've ever seen. I think that's why I enjoy watching it so much, because I've never felt more validated by a TV series, because you are left with these weird, chaotic relationships and have both intensely good and intensely bad memories. I think a big reason I got into the show was because I had a meeting with my siblings in January this year, where we discussed what it was like growing up and the abuse we all suffered, and it was so strange realising that my two siblings had really different experiences from me. We had all suffered but not suffered in the same way a lot of the time. So when I saw the Hargreeves siblings all meeting up and discussing what they went through, it really was like looking in a mirror, though obviously I don't have any superpowers on my end!
this character analysis is absolutely brilliant!! you’ve made me realize what a complex character luther really is, and how much he’s truly grown throughout the two seasons. i see him in a completely different light now. whereas before i couldn’t relate to him at all, i now see that we actually have a lot in common! i can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the other siblings!
Wow, this is an amazing video. Luther is honestly one of my favorites and this is a perfect summary of why. One thing I would like to add, and see more of in the future, is how his powers work and are reflective of his character. Luther's super strength might seem bland or inconsistent, but I think its actually one of the most unique- because it isny based on rage or external stimuli, it's quite literally tied to his emotional state. At his physical weakest: he gets cut, knocked out, bloodied and bruised, and even shot. At his strongest, he can casually throw a man hundreds of feet, jump over 100 feet and tank an RPG without moving or getting hurt, break walls, and punch so hard that theres a shock wave. I dont think it's a coincidence that all of his weakest moments are when he was emotionally at his lowest and hated himself, and that when he was at his strongest: he was either more accepting of himself, or more confident and happier with his role (when he was a child). Luther honestly has one of the best arcs, even when he gives up being the leader, he still feels like the natural leader seeing as how he understands his whole team emotionally and tries to get them on the same page. I hope we can see him become the leader again, but now under his own terms, not his dads
I’m so glad that I get to hear another perspective on these characters because this show was incredible. Also the fact that you’re deep diving into them is even more amazing and I can’t wait to hear all your essays 😌❤️
Congratulations on your degree!!!!! This was perfect, thank you for making this Claudia. I didn't particularly like Luther, but I'm interested in childhood dynamics and realised that it's because he's the Golden Child - I was a scapegoat who eventually shifted to Golden Child thanks to a new sibling changing things up. Seeing the behaviours I criticise myself for shown in Luther made me not like him, but this really helped me appreciate his character more. He makes so much more sense to me now and I'm interested to rewatch it with this new perspective.
This video came out over a year ago, but I wanted to let you know I loved it! If you ever decide to continue this series, I would totally be the first to like and comment. I really like your way of viewing these topics
this must be the third time I'm back watching the video again! still can't believe how little views it has. it probably has to do with Luther not being most people's favorite, but still! oh well. still super excited for the next one to come ❤️
this might sound a bit silly, but i have been watching your videos for years, and i am SO PROUD of you for earning your degree! you're brilliant. your analysis of umbrella academy has made me more appreciative of a show that i enjoy but am not totally invested in - very well done!
CLAUDIA!!! I loved this. You just keep getting better!! Your videos are so special, I'd patiently wait months for your video essays! Obviously you're one of a kind, but the quality and writing in your videos is so great, I group you in my mind with youtubers like Lindsay Ellis, Marinashutup, philosophytube, innuendo studios, Riley Dennis, and Contrapoints. Dont ever feel pressured to post quickly because your fans understand that this is QUALITY ! Still, though!! I missed you like heck! The only thing that would make this umbrella academy series better is if you also had dan on to discuss your favorite moments. This is such a perfect sibling show, I'm making my siblings watch it too :) SO GLAD TO SEE YOU POP UP ON UA-cam!!
What a fantastic video about my favourite UA character. I feel like you captured my thoughts exactly about why I love him so much. I am so ready to hear what you have to say about Lila
Well done Claudia. I've got a degree and what I learnt from that is still very much applicable in my career today, it's all good fun. I have the comic book series, I have it on netflix and criminally I haven't devled into Umbrella Acadamy.
Your videos on the umbrella academy are so good. Your analysis is interesting and thoughtful. Thank you for making and sharing this series with us. I can’t wait to see the next video 😊
This video essay gave me a HIMYM-style "glass shattering" moment. Great analysis! I am really looking forward to hear your take on the rest of the family
THIS IS SUCH GOOD ANALYSIS!! Luther is one of my faves from the show and yet there were things i didnt notice that you mention :_D also im so sad for him but really very good vid
I'm SO here for a series of these, I loved it! As always, insightful, interesting and entertaining, thanks for the awesome content :) Congrats on smashing your degree, too, knew you would! Roll on the next video!
This is an incredibly interesting video and I am enjoying it a lot. However, a small thing that I find a bit distracting is the (important) text on the screen while the audio goes on, so I often have to pause and read. Maybe in future videos like these, you could stop the audio for a moment or integrate it in some other way?^^
This was excellent. The only comment I'd make is that Luther's persistence in returning to the alley over and over in season 2 is not just due to his hope and dedication in finding his siblings, but also his abject terror at surviving alone without any support or guidance. All of them would be reeling from the realization they may not be able to get home, and that they have to learn to navigate the 60s without the period-appropriate general social and cultural knowledge we all rely on to get by, but to deal with all that AND ALSO have to learn to be independent at the same time? Poor guy was DESPERATE to find someone who'd understand and could help him.
Luther really grew to be one of my favorite characters in season 2. Easily the most misunderstood characters who may had moments of being stubborn, rigid and a bit arrogant but was still deeply caring, loyal and protective. He deserves a peaceful, simple life outside of being a superhero. Thank you, I was hoping there was a legitimate, detailed and accurate of a character that truly deserved.
* Also when Hazel strikes Vanya, Luther was the first to try to defend and later checks if Vanya is ok and when the chandelier falls, he tells Diego and Allison to get out of the way and he ends being one to be crushed by the giant chandelier.
I AM SOOOOO HAPPY YOU'RE DOING MORE UMBRELLA ACADEMY ESSAYS!!!! and you're doing all the 7? oh YESSSS 😭😭😭 i'm so happy!!!
It's so refreshing to hear a more nuanced take on the Umbrella Academy characters, especially Luther who's so shockingly misunderstood. Can't wait for the rest of your series!!
Please tell me you are going to continue this series when you have time. I truly love this show and how deep each character is. Thank you for taking time to talk about Luther and how deep he actually is. (:
Congratulations on your literature degree, Claudia! 🎊🎓📚
I totally agree with your assessment on Luther. I've loved him since Season 1, as he's toiled so long and hard for Reginald, only for him to not appreciate his efforts. He was breaking down from this shocking revelation, and Series 2 did a stellar job at having him realise just what a terrible person their father really is, apologising for locking up Vanya, and maturely accepting that Allison was now remarried to Ray. ❣️
During the scene where Reggie publicly rejects Luther, I just wanted to give Luther ALL of the hugs, and to punch out Reggie. The Luther and Pogo parallels are simply fascinating.
I hope that Season 3 will continue to show Luther's growth, as our Spaceboy clearly deserves better! 💪🚀♥️
I can’t believe this only has the amount of views it has, it’s a brilliant character analysis thank you so much
I so adored the brilliantly in depth analysis you did on every single aspect of Luther!! This was such an interesting, thought-provoking, captivating video! Also, amazing work with all the images you created with quotes, lists of his features, etc, with the iconic 60s style s2 has and the fonts, that was all so very cool and added a lot to the video!! I usually put these kind of essay videos in the background as I draw or do smth else, but for this one, I couldn't take my eyes nor attention off the video!! So great job on that 💛! I'm so absolutely excited for ALL the next videos, I just can not wait and I'm just soooo bloody thrilled you're doing these, ah, I love it. brilliant work, thanks a lot!!
Thank you!!! I am also Luther's sympathizer and fan. Season 2 display each character better and equally. I really really like that season.
This was such a great video. I went from mildly disliking Luther to appreciating his character, relationships and his arc. I’m very much looking forward to the next part of this wonderful series. 😊
I loved this and completely agree with you. I would love them to explore Luther's relationship with his body futher. The thing that his "ugliness" and physical strenght which is a big positive part of his identity come from the same source-his body. And how he deals with the fact that unlike all his other siblings he cannot quite pass as "normal" when not actively using his powers.Even though it makes sense for the plot I still think it's somewhat interesting that "he left me on the moon" is something he tells someone outside of the family, but faced with his father himsef it's the rage about his body that gives him the strenght to stand up to him.
Yeah, I wouldn't say he was ugly but deformed because of his awful parental figure.
Any chance this series will continue? I love your perspective on these characters and you've brought up things I hadn't thought of. I would really love to hear what you think of the others!
Thank you for this thorough analysis. I've been researching dysfunctional family dynamics for quite some time and I've discovered that the kids are in 7 family roles that may be rotated a bit in a dysfunctional or abusive family household. Luther is actually in the role of the "Golden Child" or "Hero", Diego is most likely in the role of "The Rebel" or "Problem Child", Allison is actually very much the "Caregiver" which can sometimes be seen as the "Golden Child" or vice versa (probably why they bonded as kids and have a romantic element to their relationship), Klaus is the "Mascot" or "Clown" but can also be seen as the "Addict" though most of the kids have unhealthy addictions in some way he is most obvious with this. 5 is the "Mastermind", Ben is the "Invisible Child" or "Lost Child" and Vanya is the "Scapegoat". These roles can change depending on the kids healing process and also under the reign of a narcissistic parental figure (Reginald) life can be confusing when manipulations like projection, gas lighting and a whole host of other emotional abuse tactics are introduced. These tactics are confusing for many adults let alone kids that are just figuring out the world. Excellent video essay! I wish more people were speaking up about Luther, sadly people confuse his behavior as narcissistic because he's "aping" his "father's" behaviour as a survival strategy for living with Reginald. Kids all need love, safety and attention in order to thrive as a fully functioning human being. They didn't get any of that but Luther confused Reginald's praise as love and attention, which is why he is the most loyal to him. The other kids may have just accepted easier that their "Dad" was toxic but Luther had no idea Reginald does everything to soothe his own damaged ego and keeps close those that are loyal to him: Luther, Mom (codependent empath) and Pogo (Flying Monkey). Anyway, I can talk about this forever but yes, this was just a long-winded way of saying I look forward to more of your video essays.
You have no idea how happy this video makes me. Umbrella academy is my favourite of all time tv show too. And my favourite thing on Earth is watching massive long video essays on media so thank you so much. I cannot wait for the rest and especially Diego. I’m so excited for you to pick apart all his weird actions lol
Great video I can’t believe it’s free
Oh my god, huge congratulations on your 1st Class degree! I studied Creative Writing and Literature too, and have always loved watching your videos, so well done, you must have worked incredibly hard while producing such incredible UA-cam videos!
I've only just started watching the Umbrella Academy, binged the 1st season and now working through the 2nd. Got to say, as a child who was raised in an abusive household, the depiction of abuse and the effects it has on the Hargreeves kids is one of the most realistic depictions I've ever seen. I think that's why I enjoy watching it so much, because I've never felt more validated by a TV series, because you are left with these weird, chaotic relationships and have both intensely good and intensely bad memories.
I think a big reason I got into the show was because I had a meeting with my siblings in January this year, where we discussed what it was like growing up and the abuse we all suffered, and it was so strange realising that my two siblings had really different experiences from me. We had all suffered but not suffered in the same way a lot of the time. So when I saw the Hargreeves siblings all meeting up and discussing what they went through, it really was like looking in a mirror, though obviously I don't have any superpowers on my end!
Great analysis! I was already a Luther sympathiser although I might be biased as I already loved Tom from his work on Black Sails.
this character analysis is absolutely brilliant!! you’ve made me realize what a complex character luther really is, and how much he’s truly grown throughout the two seasons. i see him in a completely different light now. whereas before i couldn’t relate to him at all, i now see that we actually have a lot in common! i can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the other siblings!
Wow, this is an amazing video. Luther is honestly one of my favorites and this is a perfect summary of why. One thing I would like to add, and see more of in the future, is how his powers work and are reflective of his character. Luther's super strength might seem bland or inconsistent, but I think its actually one of the most unique- because it isny based on rage or external stimuli, it's quite literally tied to his emotional state. At his physical weakest: he gets cut, knocked out, bloodied and bruised, and even shot. At his strongest, he can casually throw a man hundreds of feet, jump over 100 feet and tank an RPG without moving or getting hurt, break walls, and punch so hard that theres a shock wave. I dont think it's a coincidence that all of his weakest moments are when he was emotionally at his lowest and hated himself, and that when he was at his strongest: he was either more accepting of himself, or more confident and happier with his role (when he was a child). Luther honestly has one of the best arcs, even when he gives up being the leader, he still feels like the natural leader seeing as how he understands his whole team emotionally and tries to get them on the same page. I hope we can see him become the leader again, but now under his own terms, not his dads
I’m so glad that I get to hear another perspective on these characters because this show was incredible. Also the fact that you’re deep diving into them is even more amazing and I can’t wait to hear all your essays 😌❤️
I need more of these asap lol
Congratulations on your degree!!!!!
This was perfect, thank you for making this Claudia. I didn't particularly like Luther, but I'm interested in childhood dynamics and realised that it's because he's the Golden Child - I was a scapegoat who eventually shifted to Golden Child thanks to a new sibling changing things up. Seeing the behaviours I criticise myself for shown in Luther made me not like him, but this really helped me appreciate his character more. He makes so much more sense to me now and I'm interested to rewatch it with this new perspective.
Amazing. I love Luther, really enjoyed this. Thanks
This video came out over a year ago, but I wanted to let you know I loved it! If you ever decide to continue this series, I would totally be the first to like and comment. I really like your way of viewing these topics
this must be the third time I'm back watching the video again! still can't believe how little views it has. it probably has to do with Luther not being most people's favorite, but still! oh well. still super excited for the next one to come ❤️
this might sound a bit silly, but i have been watching your videos for years, and i am SO PROUD of you for earning your degree! you're brilliant.
your analysis of umbrella academy has made me more appreciative of a show that i enjoy but am not totally invested in - very well done!
CLAUDIA!!! I loved this. You just keep getting better!!
Your videos are so special, I'd patiently wait months for your video essays!
Obviously you're one of a kind, but the quality and writing in your videos is so great, I group you in my mind with youtubers like Lindsay Ellis, Marinashutup, philosophytube, innuendo studios, Riley Dennis, and Contrapoints.
Dont ever feel pressured to post quickly because your fans understand that this is QUALITY ! Still, though!! I missed you like heck!
The only thing that would make this umbrella academy series better is if you also had dan on to discuss your favorite moments. This is such a perfect sibling show, I'm making my siblings watch it too :) SO GLAD TO SEE YOU POP UP ON UA-cam!!
I clicked so fast when this notif popped up- I'm so ready to hear your take on Luther!
Great video. really enjoyed it. require deep dive vids on the siblings please!
What a fantastic video about my favourite UA character. I feel like you captured my thoughts exactly about why I love him so much. I am so ready to hear what you have to say about Lila
Well done Claudia. I've got a degree and what I learnt from that is still very much applicable in my career today, it's all good fun. I have the comic book series, I have it on netflix and criminally I haven't devled into Umbrella Acadamy.
Your essay and analysis was soo good and memorable. I love it
PLEASE DO A VIDEO OF THE OTHERS SIBLINGSSSS
Excellent analysis! I wish you had been able to continue the series
Heck yeah! I've been waiting for your season 2 thoughts!
Your videos on the umbrella academy are so good. Your analysis is interesting and thoughtful. Thank you for making and sharing this series with us. I can’t wait to see the next video 😊
This video essay gave me a HIMYM-style "glass shattering" moment. Great analysis! I am really looking forward to hear your take on the rest of the family
I’m so excited for the next characters’ analysis! Especially Klaus and Vanya, who are my personal favourites
THIS IS SUCH GOOD ANALYSIS!! Luther is one of my faves from the show and yet there were things i didnt notice that you mention :_D also im so sad for him but really very good vid
I'm SO here for a series of these, I loved it! As always, insightful, interesting and entertaining, thanks for the awesome content :) Congrats on smashing your degree, too, knew you would! Roll on the next video!
This is very well done, I love your video essays
This is a great video I agree completely with your points. #LUTHERDEFENCESQUAD
this is awesome i am so excited for the rest of these!! :D
This essay was so great! Can’t wait for more!
Luther is my favorite and the one I relate to the most lol. Thanks for giving him some love
This is an incredibly interesting video and I am enjoying it a lot. However, a small thing that I find a bit distracting is the (important) text on the screen while the audio goes on, so I often have to pause and read. Maybe in future videos like these, you could stop the audio for a moment or integrate it in some other way?^^
Congrats on your 1st class degree!!
loved this video sm :) !! waiting for the others
Congrats on the degree!!!
Im the golden child in my family, like I AM Luther.
I didn't know people disliked Luther 😢
Is it too late to ask where's the other 5 character analysis?
I loved this! I don't like Luther, but this video made me understand him better. Please do the rest of them!
Have you read the comics???