Gold Summit

In episode 6 of The Penguin series, all expectations were exceeded! The plot once again turned out to be intriguing and exciting, perfectly balancing between drama and unexpected twists. The characters reveal themselves from new sides, and we see their internal conflicts and aspirations, making the audience worry about each of them.

The directing is simply at the highest level - every scene is thought out to the smallest detail, and the visual effects add an impressive atmosphere. The musical accompaniment perfectly emphasizes emotions, enhancing everything that happens on the screen.

I would especially like to mention the acting - it is simply fascinating! Every movement and every remark is filled with meaning, and the chemistry between the characters is impossible not to notice.

The delight and inspiration of watching does not leave anyone indifferent! I can't wait for the next episode!

This time, the story got real deep between Victor and Oz, and I gotta say, I was feelin' it. The way they built that back-and-forth had me hooked-it showed us who they really are and what they're goin' through. The end, though? Man, that threw us all for a loop. But look, I don't see Victor dyin' just yet. I bet Sofia's gonna come for Oz's mom, just like he went after her brother. I'm tellin' you, takin' Victor out now would make all that character build-up feel like a waste. But hey, that's just how I see it-you might see it different. Well just have to see when the next episode comes out. Let's get it.

"The Penguin" follows the iconic character as he navigates his way to taking over the city, stepping into a more prominent role after his appearance in the film starring The Batman. While the storyline is straightforward, it complicates itself with the mature themes HBO is known for, making it a departure from what traditional movie fans might expect.

This series captures the essence of what shows like "The Sopranos" and "The Wire" have achieved, but it feels like HBO is using the Batman brand to explore its own creative vision-both good and bad. It's clear that this show is still searching for its audience, as it seems to be made without a specific fanbase in mind. Overall, "The Penguin" is a bold and intriguing addition to the HBO lineup that may resonate with viewers looking for a fresh take on the beloved character.

This episode finally gave us the experience of seeing Oz as the classic supervillain he's always had the potential to be. The show, which previously played around with whether the protagonist wanted to be an eccentric Gotham criminal or a wounded man seeking redemption, has now fully embraced both sides, revealing a version of the character with the strength and presence of a villain on the rise.

The scene where Oz, decked out in a fur coat, commands the Gotham underworld bosses with a speech full of promises of revenge and justice is a standout moment. Colin Farrell gets to deliver a performance that taps into the essence of a true comic book villain in this intense scene, where he embodies the real Oswald Cobblepot and declares, "We're taking Gotham back."

As Oz steps into his supervillain role, the episode also shines by diving into the series' darker and more thematic side. The confrontation between Sofia and Eve is one of the best examples of how The Penguin uses dialogue scenes to explore the emotional depth and tension between strong female characters. In this conversation, they discuss the injustices women face in Gotham and the need to distort their identities to survive. Carmen Ejogo is flawless as Eve, showing a rich emotional arc through subtle facial expressions. With each shift in stance, she transitions between confidence and vulnerability, adding an unexpected depth to a secondary character.

And that's what works so well here: even with its supervillain approach, the show still tackles human themes, from Vic's struggle to balance his morality with his new life in crime to Oz's hunger for respect and power. This episode marks an interesting turning point, where the show accepts itself as a story about villains while highlighting that, one way or another, they're human too.

I've enjoyed every episode so far but I though the one before this was the weakest because of its wobbly logic, and the one before that was excellent but unnecessary. This episode gets everything back on track with gritty plausibilty and forward momentum building toward the finale. It should go without saying by this point that the acting from Colin Farrell, Cristin Milioti and Deirdre O'Connell is excellent. Rhenzy Feliz gets another pivotal moment to show off his chops and he again rises to the occasion. I think this is Lauren LeFranc's best writing of the series: virtually every scene is tense, grounded, believable and true to the characters as they've been established in prior episodes.