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The Runarounds – TV Series Review
I had some company this past week, which really brightened
up an otherwise mundane stretch. I spent the weekend resetting my space,
getting some exercise in, and cozying up while it rained outside.
Vanessa had recommended The Runarounds…although not
highly. It’s a coming-of-age series that follows a group of young musicians
graduating high school, trying to make their mark while navigating identity,
real-life pressures, and the pursuit of musical fame.
Turns out the show is based in North Carolina and follows a
real-life band that formed in 2021. They even made an appearance in Outer
Banks (which I loved), so I figured…why not give it a shot?
I’ve also barely had time to pick up a book, so this is what
I have to work with for a review.
Honestly, it started slowly. And as I kept watching, there
were some moments that just didn’t land. The Wizard of Oz scene…where
did that come from? Most of the weirdness came from the parents of the
band members. Their characters never fully developed and ended up adding chaos
more than context. Wyatt’s mentally unwell mother and Charlie’s unemployed dad,
who lets their house slide into foreclosure, made the adults feel just as lost
and helpless as the teens.
I will say…each band member comes from a different
background, and the way their stories weave together feels authentic. They seem
like real people just trying to figure things out.
At the heart of it all is a deep and genuine brotherhood.
The friendships portrayed aren’t shallow…they’re tested and proven through real
struggles. One of the most moving moments is when Bez, the drummer, returns
home after being offered a major solo opportunity, only to find his mom has
suffered an episode. What stands out is how his friends, his chosen family, rally
around him. They support him emotionally, help care for his mom, and show up in
a way that goes far beyond being just "bandmates."
That becomes the turning point: Bez realizes that fame isn’t
worth it if it means walking away from the people who’ve always had his back.
That loyalty, that connection, is the emotional core of the
show. It’s not just about making music. It’s about who you become along the
way, and who you choose to keep close.
You know what I loved? Charlie’s determination. His hope.
His passion. He knew what he wanted, and he went for it.
When was the last time you were that inspired or driven?
When was the last time you let a dream go to waste?
Go after something. For real. Decide there’s something you
want and try. Get up and do the work. Exhaust yourself with effort.
Because right now, so much of life feels like wash, rinse, repeat.
Keep me posted.
