Pas de Deux

"From" Season 2 had a strong start but began to lag after the first two episodes. The creators extended the episodes without substantial content, making me consider stopping after Episode 5. However, Episode 6 pleasantly surprised me by bringing back the gripping, engaging horror scenes reminiscent of the first season. While it may not be exceptional, it felt like the series regained its momentum and found its footing again. The episode showcased a return to form with suspenseful moments that kept me on the edge of my seat. Donna's words about fear and brave was touching. Despite the series' earlier shortcomings, Episode 6 reminded me why I enjoyed "From" in the first place. It rekindled my interest and left me eagerly anticipating what to come.

This episode was definitely an upgrade to the past few episodes for sure, but by no means saved the season. We need much more revelations and good reasons as to why the group is there and the whole deal with the creatures. It was a pretty good step in the right direction at least with the whole Boyd blood transfer to the creature. That looks like it was a peak into something about maybe how they can kill the creatures or something along those lines. Still though it hops around the same boring storylines way to much. I think we now need to find out a solid reason as to why they are all there, or at least a morsel of something that's going to lead into the rest of the season as to why. There's obviously someone watching because of that radio transmission, but that was final episode of last season for gods sake. Since then we literally have radio silence about any answers. Where did Boyd go and what are these alternate type realities they jump in and out of in the tree or caves around the town. So although the final 15 minutes were at least entertaining, it simply is t enough. They need to really ramp up the plot lines and answer questions. Like I said about yellowjackets show. I think this show wasn't intended to be so popular and get a season 2 , and I think they just threw together something for a season and what we get is a mixed bag of and shoddy plot development. Just seems like a ton of filler mixed in with portions that are relevant to the story. Simply put, they were not totally prepared and didn't have much time to make a solid season 2. Just a theory on that though.

Enough with Kenny's dad already!!! There is so much to this whole mystery and all we can hear of is about Kenny's dad, Kenny, Kenny's mom, Kristi and her lover. The whole action moves so damn slow!!! I want to know more about what Jade is investigating, Victor's history, Jim and his family, when is Tabitha going to tell Jim about the underground monsters, just move forward with the whole story already!!! It is getting so frustrating to watch that it just makes me google to find out what this is about. I understand shows that focus on character development, but this mystery is too good to not know more about it.

This episode felt like a return to form but the remnants of poor writing persist from the past few episodes.

This is what should've happened two episodes ago, the past two episodes besides a few key bits within them, were a complete and utter waste of time that served no purpose besides to be boring filler reminiscent of writing you would expect from CW production.

I'm glad that it seems like main characters from Season 1 are still the focus and not the new redundant characters. Only time will tell if the writers continue in this direction.

Considering the show is produced by the same people behind "Lost", you would think they'd have mastered how to keep the audience engaged. The only times this expertise is shown, is when both Harold Perrineau or Elizabeth Saunders are on screen, they literally command your attention, that's how good their acting and presence is.

Furthermore, it would seem like the best episodes are the ones that expand the plot, the ones that meander around irrelevant subplots are super boring.

Mr. Harold Perrineau just shines in this episode. His stage persona and screen persona are equally dazzling..but it's a true delight to catch those moments of raw stage presence break through on the small screen. He is BRILLIANT. He evokes tragedy, humor, anger and love in a single episode and it seems to be effortless for him. He a powerful force on this cast and is the glue of the series.

Separately, this episode featured some excellent, creative writing and some gems of a performance by the supporting cast. I had to watch some of this one through my fingers since I was covering my eyes..what a rollercoaster!

Like a previous reviewer said - I keep asking questions and that is a beautiful thing! FROM is keeping me on my toes and I love it!