: The episode maintains the series' signature "deep and stylized" feel, which many fans felt was a return to form compared to some previous seasons.
Elia's integration into Viola's friend group via the election campaign. SKAM Italia s05e03
: Elia decides to assist Viola and her friends with their school election campaign, though he impulsively agrees to join without actually reading their platform. The episode later shifts to a more vulnerable tone when Elia experiences a distressing and anxious moment in the school locker room. Critical Reception & Themes : The episode maintains the series' signature "deep
Reviews for this episode and the season generally highlight its shift toward deeper, more internal conflicts: The episode later shifts to a more vulnerable
: Viewers and critics noted that the episode begins to peel back the layers of Elia's character, specifically addressing themes of sexual inadequacy and toxic masculinity .
: Francesco Centorame's performance as Elia has been widely praised as "brilliant," effectively portraying the character's internal anxiety and sensitivity.
The third episode of , titled " Mister Kennedy ," aired on September 1, 2022, as part of the season's full drop on Netflix Italy. This season is the first to feature a completely original storyline not based on the Norwegian source material, focusing on Elia Santini as he navigates his final year of high school . Episode Overview Release Date : September 1, 2022. Runtime : Approximately 23 minutes.
