By Team Vain | July 22, 2024

This Article was updated on July 27, 2024 by Erica Vain

Tyler Perry’s Bruh: A Critical Review of Season Four’s Premiere

Alright, y’all, let’s talk about Tyler Perry’s Bruh. It’s back for its fourth season and, well, it’s still the same old, same old. Now, I won’t lie, I had to muster up the courage to publicly discuss Bruh, but it’s high time we address the elephant in the room. So, let’s get into it.

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Truth be told, the first episode was a bit of a letdown. However, the appearance of Braxton Hartnebrig (for all you Jamie Foxx show fans) in the promo for the second episode sparked my interest, so I decided to give it a go. The premiere episode, however, was not delivering. We’re thrown back into the lives of the boys, or should I say, the raggedy-ass boys, with the exception of John and Tom, the only two with a semblance of sense. Bill, Mike, and Greg, y’all are on notice!

The Incel Paradox

Bill’s incel tirade continues, which is baffling considering his active sex life. He’s dragging Regina through the mud, sleeping with the married owner of a maid service, and playing a terrible wingman to John. So, I find myself asking, “Bill, why the hatred for women when you’re getting all the sex you desire?” It seems like a toxic masculinity trait that couldn’t bear to see Regina happy with someone else. Now, he’s married to her, treating her terribly, and encouraging his friends to do the same. Tyler Perry, what’s the reason?

Lackluster Character Development

One of the main issues with Bruh is the lack of character development. Take Lydia, for instance. She’s still chasing after John, despite his numerous attempts to let her down gently. Why is she so fixated on him? We’re left in the dark because Tyler doesn’t provide any backstory or reasoning.

Then there’s Regina, who’s now pregnant with Bill’s child. Why was she still having unprotected sex with a man who’s been unfaithful since their wedding day? It’s all a bit perplexing.

The Illusion of Brotherhood

The illusion of brotherhood in Bruh is another aspect that’s hard to swallow. These men are supposed to be friends, yet they constantly lead each other astray. For instance, why would they take Mike, fresh out of rehab, to a bar? It’s senseless and contradicts the idea of a supportive brotherhood.

Reflections on Bruh

Ultimately, Tyler Perry’s Bruh is a show that could offer so much more. There’s potential for deep character development and exploration of societal issues. However, the lack of depth and the perpetuation of toxic masculinity make it hard to fully appreciate. The characters, especially the women, are reduced to mere props for the men’s antics, and that’s absolutely not okay.

The premiere episode of season four didn’t deliver as much as I’d hoped, but I’m still holding out for better episodes. After all, Braxton Hartnebrig is on the horizon, and I’m curious to see what that brings to the table.

So, what are your thoughts on the premiere episode of Tyler Perry’s Bruh? Share your insights in the comments below. And remember, stay tuned for my breakdown of episode two.