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Many critics and viewers felt the episode was tonally inconsistent, poorly acted, and riddled with clumsy metaphors. Its social commentary is often regarded as heavy-handed and unsubtle, with some interpreting it as a racist or anti-diversity allegory—whether intentional or unintentional.
The episode’s ending, where the protagonist notices everyone is white, is seen as a moment of uncomfortable realization but also as a narrative cheap shot. The critique is that the episode, intended or not, risks reinforcing stereotypes rather than dismantling them, especially with its portrayal of blond, ginger, and white characters as default or victims.