In the third episode of "Thursday’s Widows", we delve into the lives of the Andrade family, primarily focusing on Mariana. Her transformation is due to Ernesto's ideal vision of beauty.
Mariana is excited about starting a family. However, she faces several miscarriages and eventually adopts two children, Ramona and Pedro. This satisfies her maternal desires. Mariana’s transformation and adoption become the talk of the town, yet her mother accepts her.
Ramona, adopted at six, struggles with her new life. She retains memories of her past and rejects her new identity, including her name, Romina. Her rebellion and unique style clash with Mariana's expectations. Ramona remains anchored to her roots. She teaches Pedro about their origin and resents her adoptive father, Ernesto, for his occupation as a plastic surgeon and his subtle suggestions for her to undergo changes.
Ramona's companionship with Juandres, filled with partying and neighborhood espionage, invokes jealousy in Matías, culminating in a Halloween kiss. Mariana, with dreams originally rooted in International Relations, is content with her roles as a loving mother and a successful wife. She balances authority and kindness in her community dealings.
Ernesto and Mariana’s marriage, although generally harmonious, faces strains. Ernesto’s reluctance to participate in Thursday male gatherings results in marital disputes. Ernesto’s attendance at one such gathering results in discomfort and a respectful refusal to disclose intimate marital details. This portrays him as a dedicated family man.
This respect for marital privacy causes friction with Mariana when he’s considered rude by community standards. Mariana’s fear of social exclusion and loss brings tension, with Ernesto’s explanations falling on deaf ears.
Meanwhile, Ramona, after a chat with Pedro, seeks answers about her biological mother from Mariana. This leads to a warming of relations, with Ramona accepting Mariana as her mother. A dispute on a tragic night reconciles Mariana and Ernesto. It is disrupted by a shocking revelation from Teresa about a disaster at her home. This leads them to rush to her side, confirming the demise of the victims in a supposed accident.
Mariana and Ernesto stand out as a stable and likable couple with the right priorities among others portrayed in the series. Mariana, despite her occasional inconsideration, is portrayed as a caring mother striving to support her family.
Ramona’s steadfastness to her true self and her confrontation with Mariana about her origins hint at a richer, more authentic relationship development. The debates between Ernesto and Ramona on body modification draw attention to the divisive and personal choices individuals make regarding their bodies.
In conclusion, the third episode of “Thursday’s Widows” effectively explores the dynamics, disputes, and developments within the Andrade family, juxtaposing ideals and realities, and revealing the intricacies of relationships and the underlying themes of identity, acceptance, and choice.
Thursday’s Widows is now streaming on Netflix.
