Duffer Brothers 'Proud' of Will's Coming Out Scene Amidst Stranger Things 5 Criticism

• Duffer Brothers express pride in Will's coming out scene in Stranger Things 5, despite unexpected criticism.
• They view Will's sexuality storyline as something built up over a long time, not subtle.
• The episode 'The Bridge', featuring Will's coming out, is the lowest-rated in the series (5.4 IMDb).
• Noah Schnapp, who plays Will, spent nearly 12 hours filming the intense monologue, even requiring reshoots.
• Schnapp found the extensive filming exhausting but beneficial for exploring the character's emotions.

Why It Matters: Duffer Brothers stand by Will's coming out scene, despite fan criticism and low ratings.