Gravity Falls Season 2 Episode 12 Reaction

Okay, folks, let's talk Gravity Falls. Specifically, "A Tale of Two Stans." Season 2, Episode 12. Remember that one?

Everyone raves about it, right? It's like, a universally beloved episode. A pivotal moment! Huge reveals! Dramatic backstory!

But… am I the only one who thinks it's a little… overrated? Please don't throw tomatoes. Hear me out!

The Stan Twins: Emotional Overload?

We finally get the story of Stan Pines and Stanford Pines. Finally, we see the brothers and their childhood and the weirdness that followed.

The tragic backstory of how they drifted apart? Super sad. The whole boxing match fiasco? Heartbreaking!

I guess... I just expected more.

Okay, the Good Stuff First

Don't get me wrong, the episode isn't *bad*. The animation is great, as always. The voice acting? Stellar.

Young Stan and Ford are adorable. You just want to hug them and tell them everything will be okay (spoiler alert: it won't).

And finally understanding why Grunkle Stan is such a grump? It makes sense! He's got baggage for days.

The "Unpopular" Opinion Incoming

But here's the thing. Does the episode drag a little? I think so. The exposition is heavy and it never stops.

The pacing felt… off. Like they were trying to cram too much information into a single episode. And I'm left confused.

Too much information? Maybe, maybe not.

It feels like a info-dump. It is just back story after back story. The episode is 22 minutes, I could use a short break.

Ford's Arrogance: A Turn-Off?

Let's talk about Ford. Everyone loves him, the mysterious genius author! The guy with six fingers and all the answers!

But… he's kind of a jerk, right? He's arrogant, condescending, and blames Stan for everything.

Like, dude, you made some questionable decisions too! Own up to it!

He treats Stan like he's some kind of dumb sidekick. He's not!

I understand that Stan ruined everything, but, you know, he was just a kid. Ford is way too harsh.

The Cliffhanger: A Cheap Trick?

And that ending! Ford stepping back into the portal! Leaving everyone hanging! Classic cliffhanger move!

But… it felt a little manipulative, right? Like they were just trying to manufacture drama for the sake of it.

I wanted closure! Some brotherly understanding! Instead, we get more angst! So predictable!

So, Am I a Gravity Falls Heretic?

Look, I still love Gravity Falls. It's a brilliant show. And this episode is important for the overall storyline.

But "A Tale of Two Stans"? It's not my favorite. It is not even close.

Maybe my expectations were too high. Maybe I'm just a contrarian. Who knows?

But I had to get it off my chest. Please tell me I'm not alone! Do you agree?

Did the episode ruin the show? No, but it left me wanting something else. Something a little different.

Don't hate me!