Gilmore Girls: 10 Unpopular Positive Opinions, According To Reddit

Now that the cast of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has finished shooting, its fifth and final season, Rachel Brosnahan said goodbye, and fans will likely continue rewatching and chatting about the fast-paced, quirky series. The same is true of Amy Sherman-Palladino’s other popular show, Gilmore Girls, as fans keep debating characters and plot points even after the show’s end in 2007 and the 2016 Netflix revival A Year In The Life.

While Gilmore Girls fans are often critical of the decisions that characters make and the flaws that they have, there are some Redditors who view certain storylines and character arcs in a more positive light.

Dean Is A Good Partner For Rory

As soon as Rory bumps into Dean Forester at Stars Hollow High, it’s easy to see why she’s drawn to him as he’s kind, solid, and friendly. Rory’s life gets worse dating Dean on Gilmore Girls and there are some problems with his behavior, from being unfaithful to Lindsay Lister, but Rory and Dean have a nice relationship at first.

Redditor Sumraeglar shared the unpopular opinion, “I think he was a great boyfriend to Rory” and focuses on the good qualities about Dean’s character. He’s not perfect but he does care about Rory and thinks the world of her.

Lorelai Is A Mature Parent

While sometimes Lorelai’s choices are critiqued and fans feel that she should grow up more, it’s also possible to look at this character as a smart, perceptive person who does a great job raising Rory. Redditor TriedAllMasteredNone shared, “I disagree that Lorelai is emotionally immature. It takes a lot of maturity to meet your child’s emotional needs.”

The fan added that Lorelai looks after Rory, including when she’s concerned about Jess Mariano’s place in Rory’s life. Even though there are moments when Lorelai might feel like more of a pal, she does take being a parent seriously. Lorelai ensures that Rory applies to Chilton and even finds a way to pay for Chilton and Yale.

Richard And Emily’s Break-Up Is A Good Storyline

It’s hard to watch Richard and Emily split up in season 5, as they have grown apart and don’t seem to know what to do to fix their relationship. While many fans believe that this is a terrible and unnecessary storyline, one Redditor wrote, “Emily and Richard’s separation arc was actually really interesting to watch.”

While it might be unpopular to say that this plotline is a good thing, it does serve the purpose of showing Emily and Richard how much they really do care about each other. Since they have been together for so long and have shared so many ups and downs, this is a good perspective to have.

Jess Is Right To Be So Outspoken

Jess’s best Gilmore Girls quotes see him being sarcastic but also telling people what he thinks about them and their life choices. While sometimes Jess is criticized for being a harsh, angry teenager, Redditor OBX-Sunrise shared the opinion “I like how Jess called people out at times.” The fan added, “his honesty helped develop A LOT of our main characters.”

Since Jess knows that his parents don’t want him to live with them and he doesn’t have much choice but to live in Stars Hollow, he has nothing to lose and chooses honesty over pretending. While sometimes Jess’s words cut deep and he could be more elegant and compassionate, Jess does have a knack for knowing when someone needs some tough love so they can grow.

April’s Plotline Is Great

April Nardini’s character is often debated, with the overall feeling being that she could be omitted from Gilmore Girls and the show would be fine. April’s place in the show does lead to lots of trouble, including Lorelai and Luke Danes not getting married until a sweet scene in the revival. Redditor PierceD665 is positive about April, writing, “I love the addition of April because it showed us Luke really rising up and being a father to her, even though nobody put that obligation on him.”

While sometimes April is seen as a way to create more drama, especially between Lorelai and Luke, April does influence the way that Luke approaches his life as soon as he knows that he’s a parent. It’s compelling seeing Luke bond with his child and realize that being a dad is meaningful and important to him.

Taylor Makes Gilmore Girls What It Is

As the town selectman and owner of the Olde Fashioned Soda Shoppe and Candy Store and Doose’s Market, Taylor Doose is a bold, loud presence in Stars Hollow. He’s often seen as an irritating character who is mean to others and who likes to be in charge. Redditor Good_Calender_5160 sees Taylor as an integral part of Gilmore Girls and wrote, “The series wouldn’t be what it is without Taylor. SH wouldn’t have that charm without him.”

When viewing Taylor through this lens, he’s responsible for two quirky businesses that the residents visit regularly, and his place in the show shows the positive, enthused way that he feels about where he lives. Taylor’s energy is defintiely contagious when watching him try to make Stars Hollow a better place.

Kirk And Lulu Have A Great Romance

Kirk Gleason is one of the funniest Gilmore Girls side characters and while it’s sweet to see him dating Lulu Kuschner, their love story isn’t often brought up as one of the best or most compelling on the series. Redditor levanw01 shared the unpopular opinion, “I really loved Kirk and Luke’s relationship.”

Several other Gilmore Girls romances get more attention, from Lorelai falling for Max Medina and Luke Danes and Christopher Hayden to Rory’s three relationships. Even other side character romances like Babette and Morey Dell are often discussed more than Kirk and Lulu.

Logan Changes And Grows

Logan Huntzberger is often criticized for his wealthy background, immature actions, and inability to grow up. But Redditor Evening_Jellyfish_4 shared a positive take on his character, writing, “I loved Logan’s growth from stereotypical rich kid into a person with serious career ambitions.”

It’s definitely possible to say that by the season 7 finale, Logan has become more compassionate and has dedicated himself to his job. He wants to marry Rory and start an adult life together, and while things don’t work out, he does have goals.

Rory’s Shorter Hair Is Great

Rory’s smart Gilmore Girls quotes are beloved, along with her work ethic, dramatic personal life, and relationship with her mom. One common complaint about this character is the fact that her hair gets shorter in season 4 when she becomes a Yale student.

Redditor ravensarefree doesn’t agree and wrote, “i really like rory’s short hair!! i don’t see why everyone hates it.” Rory’s hair represents a change in her life and it’s a visual way to separate her time at Chilton from her college days.

Lorelai’s Outfits Are Fun

Since Gilmore Girls aired from 2000 to 2007, sometimes Lorelai wears outfits that are dated but represent the time period. Lorelai favors loud and bold clothing and often mixes patterns. One Redditor posted that they love what Lorelai wears despite what others might think, writing, “They’re bright, colourful, fun, and completely HER.”

Lorelai’s outfits are often plot points, like when she wears cowboy boots and a pink tie dye shirt to Rory’s first day at Chilton, which doesn’t make the good impression that she is after. Lorelai also loves quirky hats and colorful coats, and her sense of style adds a fun layer to the show.

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