The Red Thread
What does the red thread mean?
There’s a lot of drama going on after the New Year’s Eve party. Although Albert and Nuria renewed their vows (and their fiery passion for one another), it’s less happy for most of our characters. Javier finds himself alone after Ramiro left, Bruno and Ramon are a mess after the former called his partner “tasteless beer”, and Alex is lost at sea. He’s with Ibra but clearly his heart lies elsewhere.
In the finale to Smiley Season 1, Bruno phoned the bar but when Alex answers, he hangs up. After cutting his finger slicing lemons, Alex realizes his finger has actually been replaced with a thread, the same red invisible thread that Bruno mentioned in episode 1. It’s a dream, of course, but it’s an indication of just what Alex really desires.
Do Patri and Vera stay together?
Patri and Vero are on the verge of moving into a new apartment together. Things are still a little tense between them, and Vero is eventually distracted when Ibra messages, asking for help. Patri signs over the forms for their new apartment, which Bruno happens to be in charge of. “Love takes root in unexpected places,” She says, as Bruno ends up thinking of Alex, while Patri finds herself wondering what to make of her current relationship.
Patri eventually returns home and confronts Vero. She senses that her heart isn’t really in this move and their new place doesn’t feel like a home. In fact, Vero hasn’t even started packing yet. She blames it on New Years and all the drama they’ve been through together but the truth is, the pair have grown apart. Vero isn’t happy with Patri and despite spending 7 years together, and clearly still feeling love for one another, they clearly want very different things in life now. ..
What is Ibra’s gift to Alex?
Ramon and Bruno are still awkward at work, especially because they argue about New Year’s. However, this is overshadowed by Albert leaving his position and a new management position opening up. Ramon is happy to accept the new opportunity.
Ramiro shows up to see Javi at the bar, where he reveals he’s not leaving Barcelona after all. After resolving the issues he had with Rosa, he’s intent on patching things up with Javi next. He finally decides to embrace his true feelings and not waste any more time.
Meanwhile, Alex and Ibra are on their first vacation together. Alex is falling in love with Ibra, but does he really feel the same way?
How does Smiley end?
Alex leaves a voicemail for Bruno, telling him how he’s feeling and asking if he can come over for dinner. Bruno ends up listening to part of the voicemail and decides to come to the airport right away, only to find out that Alex has already left.
As fate would have it, Bruno’s taxi driver happens to be the same one for Alex! Anyway, he drives the heartbroken guy home, where Alex shows up with his suitcase. He didn’t go after all! In fact, he left one smiley face emoji text on his phone at the airport before his phone died, allowing the pair to reconvene at Bruno’s apartment! As the pair kiss in the middle of the road, cars honk their horns, trying to will them to leave, as this romcom comes to a close. ..
The Episode Review
Smiley is a well written and funny romcom with plenty of romance and humour. There is potential for a second season, but the show doesn’t really need it. This was the perfect ending for the whole series, with Bruno and Alex finally finding themselves again.
The series has been a great way of demonstrating that love can be found in the strangest places, while the various different relationships have shown off a kaleidoscope of outcomes, from heartbreak to euphoric highs. Just like love!
Smiley has been one of the biggest surprises this year and the ending rounds things out with a really heartwarming conclusion.
Netflix’s new show “Smiley” is a dark and twisted take on the classic children’s character. The show follows the life of Smiley, a happy-go-lucky clown who is slowly driven mad by the people in his life. The show is full of dark humor and will leave audiences questioning what is truly evil. ..
