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4 October 2023
Warning: Spoilers
In Only Murders in the Building Season 3 Episode 3, Oliver and Loretta's relationship was a healthy one, as they built each other up and saw the great things in each other that the world fails to see. However, Episode 4 revealed the wrong reasons for Charles and Joy's relationship, highlighting red flags that should be on the lookout for. These red flags include language, demeanor, interests, and pets, such as Charles' obsession with fish. The couple had been going out for at least a year, and it was surprising that Charles didn't know Joy was obsessed with fish. Moving in together is excellent for being close to someone, but it can also be the poison to that love. Some love is best suited when people are far from each other, and Charles and Joy's relationship was one of them. Joy, an outgoing character, can be overwhelming to some, as seen in Charles' decision to move in. Andrea Martin shines in the episode, showcasing her character in Only Murders in the Building Seasons 1 and 2. Joy's role is central to Charles' life and Ben's murder, as he faces stress from a meaningless part in Oliver's production. In Only Murders in the Building Season 3, Mabel, Charles, and Oliver struggle with their cohesion in solving murders. Oliver's leading man dies, and they search for potential suspects. Charles, who had always had stage fright, must join them to find the killer, as the faster they do so, the faster their production can resume. They focus on Kimber, who initially doesn't believe her as the killer based on wobbly evidence. However, her words point in a new direction, highlighting an intersection between the writers and the audience. The episode revealed Joy's obsession with Charles, a star she only saw on her makeup table on a blue moon. She had worked as a makeup artist for a long time and was infatuated with Charles, who was not the friendliest with people during his peak of fame. Joy had waited for a long time and finally got her chance. Like many obsessed fans, there are no limits to what they can do to protect the object of their affection. Ben had a fraught relationship with most cast members, including Charles. Joy vowed to protect Charles by her own words. Kimber revealed that an experienced makeup artist had covered up Ben's mark. Joy's red lipstick was the final nail, and if she is the killer, Charles might be attracted to another woman romantically. Dickie is the strongest alternative, apart from Joy. The episode of Only Murders In the Building has excellent humor, with the top three funniest moments coming from Oliver's insulting Charles. Oliver's ability to deliver insults quickly makes it easy for people to move on, making the episode a fun and entertaining watch. The episode also highlights the importance of humor in solving murder cases. OMITB's success is attributed to its ability to repeat patterns in its episodes, with efficient storytellers recognizing the urgency of evolving dynamics. This is evident in episode 4, where the show introduces a lovable character to fill a gap for Mabel's problems and introduces a new suspect immediately. The seamless segues allow for ample insights into the protagonists. The unexplored issue of Charles and Oliver's loneliness is finally revealed in episode 4, with the creative expression of the white room and subtle humour remaining classy. The show's ability to adapt to evolving dynamics and maintain a balance of intrigue is a testament to its success. Charles, a former hairdresser, moves in with his friend Oliver, causing him to feel a change in his life. However, his anxiety is a ruse as he performs a "patter song" for Oliver, which he finds a way around by making an omelette. Oliver asks him not to do this, and Charles descends into the "white room," a limbo where actors go when they lose themselves and blackout. Mabel, the only focused individual, wants to expedite their investigation and confirm a theory that Kimber poisoned Ben over their affair using her anti-ageing serum. They find Kimber in one of the dressing rooms and meet her. Mabel struggles with Kimber's focus and hardworking nature, as she runs her cosmetics business and builds her loyal online community. During their chit-chat, Mabel struggles with Kimber's focus and hardworking nature, as she also has her own cosmetics business and a loyal online community. Kimber reveals that she did not have an affair with Ben and wanted him to endorse her serum online, but he backed out at the last minute after promising to help.
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