Season 6 was really impactful. It sends Gina back to that moment, when it was BoJack choking her, and it’s the one though running through her head: “What the f*ck is wrong with you? Why can’t you get over it?” Gina wants to move on, but she’s actually letting that wound fester and take over.
Notice how Bojack’s eyes look away when he says “this could be the last time you see me” as if he’s still on tv and he’s expecting a director to say something
The first two f*cks deny Bojack of an apology after a horrible mistake. Season 3 was from disappointment because of Bojack's actions. Season 4's f*ck was an insult Bojack prepared to deliver. Season 5, it was from the fear and confusion that Bojack caused. Season 6, I like to think it was put more in the background but at the same time- it still stings. It's not towards Bojack, but someone who he hurt. I wrote this as I saw the video, trying to take a guess what they mean.
i honestly didnt realise the careful use of the word until todd said it, i was just caught off guard when i heard it and then i realized that we don't hear the word often
I never noticed the dialogue circled back around to the scene when his mom said word for word "Bojack? Is that you?" from what he expected her to say before telling her off. Thanks for putting this video together! I love thoughtful analyses like these and it's part of why I love this show so much. There's so much to pick up on and interpret in different ways on each rewatch.
This was definitely a very interesting watch. Especially at 3 am. I've relatively recently watched through the whole series, but never realize just how infrequently this word was used. Though, I definitely remember feeling a certain punch in Season 2's usage. This show definitely has some brilliant writing, from this to the interesting references to drowning throughout.
As for season 4, I feel like, in addition to what was mentioned in the video, the writers intentionally had Bojack drop the F bomb in a "This is what I'm going to say" manner. The show had used the word only once per season, and it likely created legitimate uncertainty in the observant audience whether the word was indeed going to be used twice in one season. The writers led audiences to believe Bojack would say the word by having him outright spill his plan to Hollyhock. When dictating this plan, the word isn't censored. It's said bluntly, but written in a joke format ("Tenderness, warmth, hope, love.. F YOU!!"). The true impactful use of the F word in season 4 was the absence of it when it was expected, and the cherry on top was the fact that it had indeed been used earlier (giving season 4 it's one and only), but in a seemingly throwaway moment. The writers "power word" audience's emotions by refusing "power word" them at all, intentionally setting everything up for... nothing to happen. We genuinely believe Bojack will use this word out of anger or exasperation, but he doesn't speak with either tone at all, let alone use the word.
The last "fuck" hit so different. Not only was it not said to BJ, but it was also during the single episode he wasn't in at all. That last "fuck" was an echo of everything he'd ever done up to that point
Thank you so much! “BoJack” is without a doubt my favorite show, so this was a blast to make, and I’m glad you enjoyed it as well. I will definitely be featuring more content about this show in the future!
Another interesting thing is how the order it is said is the order he met the characters. First is Herb, he met Charlotte through Herb, Todd, he says it to Hollyhock, Gina, then finally the unnamed actor. While he never met the actor it shows how he destroyed the lives of those around him. The two notable missing ones are Dianne and PC, the two that never really gave up on him.
8:03 “ Bojack is no longer any generic Hollywood prick. He’s predatory, morally bankrupt, and entirely inconsiderate of others” so just a typical Hollywood prick is what you’re saying? 😂😅
Before I started watching the show I heard that it was only used when BoJack irreversibly ruins a relationship. When season 4 happened, that was always the most shocking instance because of how different it was
The word fuck seems to symbolize the an irreparable rift in BJ’s life and a definitive end of some kind of relationship When herb used it, it was the end of Herb and Bojack’s friendship for good When Charlotte used it, It was the end of his anything with Charlotte When Todd used it, although they become amicable, they don’t ever become as close as Todd never moves back in When Bojack described how he would use it on his mom, he was planning on showing the irreparable rift with his mother But in the end he just… somewhat let’s it go… he doesn’t take the righteous indignation* and just makes peace *say what you will about Bojack but what his mom did to him was awful and she deserved to be called out, Bojack had every right to not forgive his mom, but he seemingly makes peace anyway, that takes a lot of strength When Gina says it, it’s the end of their relationship
What I've noticed is that every F bomb in bojack horseman is from a person who's life he ruined, is going to ruin, or almost ruined or a direct result from the shitty things he's done even in the broken f bomb and the f bomb that wasn't even an f bomb both of their lives were ruined and almost ruined by bojack and even though they don't count they're still used under the same circumstances
If you're just taking this single word, you could argue the arc it had over the entire show is essentially an elongated version of the classic "six word story." Fuck! Fuck! Fuck. Fuck! Fuck? Fuck...
I definitely agree with that in terms of instant impact, but I love what it does because it's so different from the rest. We mainly only see the world from BoJack's view for most of the show, and I think it was wise to show that his harmful choices don't just sting others in the moment but instead can reeeeally cause lasting pain even if BoJack isn't around.
Not on its own, at least. There are plenty of incredible shows with tons of swearing, but some people don’t realize that you still have to put actual effort into the quality of the writing.
Season 6 was really impactful. It sends Gina back to that moment, when it was BoJack choking her, and it’s the one though running through her head: “What the f*ck is wrong with you? Why can’t you get over it?” Gina wants to move on, but she’s actually letting that wound fester and take over.
It’s funny cuz I didn’t really like season 6’s f bomb
Also, “what are you doing here?” That phrase changes a heap throughout
fun fact! its said once every season 2 episode
WHAT ARE YOUUUU DOING HERE
The Last F you was that Letter Hollyhock wrote
Damn...
If true. It would track with the F-word pattern.
DAAAAAAAMN
Well that was never shown so you can’t say?
@@georgiaoliviia it is a hypothesis
Todd’s usage is the one that gets to me the most.
Notice how Bojack’s eyes look away when he says “this could be the last time you see me” as if he’s still on tv and he’s expecting a director to say something
The first two f*cks deny Bojack of an apology after a horrible mistake.
Season 3 was from disappointment because of Bojack's actions.
Season 4's f*ck was an insult Bojack prepared to deliver.
Season 5, it was from the fear and confusion that Bojack caused.
Season 6, I like to think it was put more in the background but at the same time- it still stings. It's not towards Bojack, but someone who he hurt.
I wrote this as I saw the video, trying to take a guess what they mean.
Wow, I hadn’t noticed the word was only used once each season. I agree, that’s why those scenes felt so powerful
i honestly didnt realise the careful use of the word until todd said it, i was just caught off guard when i heard it and then i realized that we don't hear the word often
UGH todd's hits so hard, i can't watch it without feeling his exacerbation. hope this gets all the views it super deserves. top notch analysis
Season 6's fuck was like a reminder that this toxic behaviour is like a disease
I never noticed the dialogue circled back around to the scene when his mom said word for word "Bojack? Is that you?" from what he expected her to say before telling her off. Thanks for putting this video together! I love thoughtful analyses like these and it's part of why I love this show so much. There's so much to pick up on and interpret in different ways on each rewatch.
I feel like the fucks take us through the stages of grief
How 🤨
Not the majoras mask music being oddly fitting to a bojack explanation piece 💀
This was definitely a very interesting watch. Especially at 3 am. I've relatively recently watched through the whole series, but never realize just how infrequently this word was used. Though, I definitely remember feeling a certain punch in Season 2's usage.
This show definitely has some brilliant writing, from this to the interesting references to drowning throughout.
If there had been more time, I would’ve liked one of those loud anguish filled “Fuuuuck” where ur head feels like it’s gonna pop from how bad you feel
Beatrice having to think about how ice cream tastes always get me.
I really wish the F bomb was in Free Churro. Just at the end where it just zooms out to show that no one is there and Bojack just says
"Fuck."
UA-cam recommendations pulled through today!
As for season 4, I feel like, in addition to what was mentioned in the video, the writers intentionally had Bojack drop the F bomb in a "This is what I'm going to say" manner. The show had used the word only once per season, and it likely created legitimate uncertainty in the observant audience whether the word was indeed going to be used twice in one season.
The writers led audiences to believe Bojack would say the word by having him outright spill his plan to Hollyhock. When dictating this plan, the word isn't censored. It's said bluntly, but written in a joke format ("Tenderness, warmth, hope, love.. F YOU!!"). The true impactful use of the F word in season 4 was the absence of it when it was expected, and the cherry on top was the fact that it had indeed been used earlier (giving season 4 it's one and only), but in a seemingly throwaway moment.
The writers "power word" audience's emotions by refusing "power word" them at all, intentionally setting everything up for... nothing to happen. We genuinely believe Bojack will use this word out of anger or exasperation, but he doesn't speak with either tone at all, let alone use the word.
The last "fuck" hit so different. Not only was it not said to BJ, but it was also during the single episode he wasn't in at all. That last "fuck" was an echo of everything he'd ever done up to that point
This is one of the best videos abt BJH i've ever watch. Congrats !! In my many rewatches i noticed the use of "fuck" but never mind to analyse it !
9:30 Nice. Song of Healing. One of my favs!👍🏻
Wow... This is amazing. Amazing. Great work!
This is an amazing analysis and I don't understand why it has such a low view count!
I'd love to hear more of your takes on this show. Keep it up!
Thank you so much! “BoJack” is without a doubt my favorite show, so this was a blast to make, and I’m glad you enjoyed it as well. I will definitely be featuring more content about this show in the future!
i agree!
I have litteraly thought about F word being used delicately in BH yesterday, wtf youtube algorythm, I didnt even say it loud
Another interesting thing is how the order it is said is the order he met the characters. First is Herb, he met Charlotte through Herb, Todd, he says it to Hollyhock, Gina, then finally the unnamed actor. While he never met the actor it shows how he destroyed the lives of those around him. The two notable missing ones are Dianne and PC, the two that never really gave up on him.
This is an amazing video please do more bojack
Thank you! I plan on it!
8:03 “ Bojack is no longer any generic Hollywood prick. He’s predatory, morally bankrupt, and entirely inconsiderate of others” so just a typical Hollywood prick is what you’re saying? 😂😅
Yeah, corporate needs you to tell the difference between these two words.
You did an amazing work! Your videos deserve more attention
Before I started watching the show I heard that it was only used when BoJack irreversibly ruins a relationship. When season 4 happened, that was always the most shocking instance because of how different it was
This is such a thoughtful and unique essay. Great observations.
Awesome video :)
Looking forward to seeing more videos from you
The word fuck seems to symbolize the an irreparable rift in BJ’s life and a definitive end of some kind of relationship
When herb used it, it was the end of Herb and Bojack’s friendship for good
When Charlotte used it, It was the end of his anything with Charlotte
When Todd used it, although they become amicable, they don’t ever become as close as Todd never moves back in
When Bojack described how he would use it on his mom, he was planning on showing the irreparable rift with his mother
But in the end he just… somewhat let’s it go… he doesn’t take the righteous indignation* and just makes peace
*say what you will about Bojack but what his mom did to him was awful and she deserved to be called out, Bojack had every right to not forgive his mom, but he seemingly makes peace anyway, that takes a lot of strength
When Gina says it, it’s the end of their relationship
Very insightful! Well done
You know you do good shit when your vid has 132 likes and 0 dislikes props
Shhhhh, the dislike police might be out and about
Oh shit you right mb
Love the music you use!!
What I've noticed is that every F bomb in bojack horseman is from a person who's life he ruined, is going to ruin, or almost ruined or a direct result from the shitty things he's done even in the broken f bomb and the f bomb that wasn't even an f bomb both of their lives were ruined and almost ruined by bojack and even though they don't count they're still used under the same circumstances
If you're just taking this single word, you could argue the arc it had over the entire show is essentially an elongated version of the classic "six word story."
Fuck! Fuck! Fuck. Fuck! Fuck? Fuck...
ya know tbh seasons six doesn't have the same emotional impact as one,two, three, four and five
I definitely agree with that in terms of instant impact, but I love what it does because it's so different from the rest. We mainly only see the world from BoJack's view for most of the show, and I think it was wise to show that his harmful choices don't just sting others in the moment but instead can reeeeally cause lasting pain even if BoJack isn't around.
Fantastic video, I'd always hoped someone would break this down
That klonoa music in the background is sending me places XD
ah good job!
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I think breaking bad did it first, but Bojack did it better
and this is why, Medranno, a F word every 2 seconds don't make it the story more impactful or more funny
take notes
Not on its own, at least. There are plenty of incredible shows with tons of swearing, but some people don’t realize that you still have to put actual effort into the quality of the writing.
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