Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes highlight how the season moves toward a "Samuel Beckett-esque" tone, becoming more tétrica (gloomy) and dense as it explores human connection and loss.
“Six Feet Under is my favorite series from the early 2000's... If you are offended by profanity, drugs, sex, and nudity, do not watch this series.” eBay Six Feet Under - Season 2
The secondary characters, including Ruth (Frances Conroy), Claire (Lauren Ambrose), and Brenda (Rachel Griffiths), are further fleshed out, making them feel like real, flawed, and recognizable personalities. Viewer Perspectives Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes highlight how the season