After waiting for what felt like an eternity, Outer Banks (OBX) Season 4, was released and I could finally dive into Part 1. As I did, it hit me: the Pogues' family histories have always played a bigger role in their treasure hunts than I realized. It's not just about the excitement of getting rich; it's way deeper than that. For the Pogues, the treasure hunt is a way to understand themselves and their origins. It's about uncovering the truth behind their family histories and the impact those pasts have on their present decisions, making the story even more compelling than it already is!
The older generations (the parents) in OBX cling fiercely to family legacies, whether Pogue or Kook born, and do the best they can to impose their beliefs and way of life onto the younger characters, their children. This situation often leads to a clash of values, as younger characters strive to live their own lives without being overshadowed by their parents. This phenomenon is highly relatable in real life, as many people from younger generations feel the pressure of their parents' expectations, which are often shaped by family legacy. The adults are deeply invested in their own pursuits, sometimes oblivious to how their ambitions affect the next generation.
The Pogues are a true depiction of children attempting to find their own path freely and fearlessly rather than fulfilling their parents' dreams; dreams that do not belong to them. I love how they're so determined to break free and rewrite what "family legacy" means to them. It's this messy mix of loyalty and rebellion, of trying to honor the past while forging their own futures, that makes the Pogues' journey feel so authentic and, ultimately, deeply inspiring.
I see some parallels with Kenyan Gen X and Gen Z youth who are splintering off from their parents in their own directions. What do you think?
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Mon. 13th May, 2019 at 8:29AM