Chikhai Bardo

This show just went from amazing to a completely whole new level. I really can't remember the last time I watched an episode of any tv show and felt this intrigued. Each scene seems so well crafted it really seems like every single line of dialogue has had tons of thought and consideration behind it. Also, the way the show stays totally unpredictable is actually incredible. I genuinely watch every scene with no idea where it'll go next. And the more I watch the more I realize how much planning and attention to detail has been put into the whole story. Best episode of the season and maybe the entire series.

This episode is nothing but perfection and for Severance standards that is a high bar. I truly believe Severance is one of if not the best show ever made (at least in my opinion) and this episode proves why I love this show. It hit me in the feels, it gave me adrenaline, it made me smile, laugh even, and of course it made me cry. This episode is the core reason why Severance is what it is and why it asks more questions instead of answers them, because when they finally answer them it feels better than if they resolved this story in episode 1. Best episode of the season so far and possibly one of the best episodes of television ever created.

Wow, episode 7 of Severance deserves an Emmy!

It's nice to see that they gave their cinematographer, Jessica Gagnea, a chance to direct this episode and ended up delivering the best episode of the season. I was so intrigued the whole episode - the camera work, the transitions and the emotional journey was truly a work of art.

This episode also givesDichen Lachman (Gemma) the spotlight she deserves and she proves how talented she is. She perfectly shifts between her innie, outie and past self, showing her incredible range. It's also wonderful to see more asian actors getting more screen time.

Severance has exceeded my expectations in multiple ways. The last three episodes of season one cemented the show for me but this episode managed to bring this series to a whole different level.

The first thing I would like to point out is the cinematography and directing. Severance hasn't fallen short, especially in this second season, but this one blew my mind. You can feel the passion and care that has been put into this project. The transition and the grainy look in the flashback sequences really made it feel intimate and meaningful.

The acting was also top notch. Dichen Lachlan (Gemma) was incredible and managed to bring a powerful rollercoaster of emotions, all ranging from confusion, sadness, and hope. Adam Scott and Jen Tullock have always impressed me but they also tapped into untouched territory that we haven't seen yet in this series.

I'm trying to avoid spoilers but if you haven't seen this series and want to know if it's worth watching, the answer is yes.

This is the most powerful, emotional, and arguably lore filled episode of the series so far. Out of all the backstory episodes in television, considering how bold and layered this series is it's no surprise how this one sticks out compared to the rest. The constant back and forth of learning so much about a character and the torturous things they've been accustomed to, to getting emotionally gut punched by the history of the most emotional dynamic of the series that we didn't get to see until now. This is my favorite of the season so far and considering the title of the final episode I'm assuming the climax is going to be a similar but more chaotic and grand finale from what we witnessed with season 1. Gravity Falls had a chokehold on many people episode to episode in terms of theorizing and plotting, and I'm glad it's being brought back with Severance. Dan Erickson impressed yet again, but given the dynamics of this episode Jessica Lee Gagné was phenomenal in the direction she took. Putting aside shows that concluded and were already on-going, so far this is the biggest accomplishment of TV this decade.