Long Ago, Not Far Away

What it promised to deliver, it delivered. It is epic on the true sense, as everything is immense, on the same time that it feels intimate.

"Long Ago, Not Far Away" follows everything that the previous episode built and lay the foundation to everything that will come.

The slow burn is real. This is an example of an episode that does not limit itself on what it should do. Really, "The Foundation" strives at being what it wants: a grand, epic and philosophical science fiction series with superb acting.

The cinematography and both production and costume design are stellar on an already outstanding episode. Everything comes together and, ind the end, you just want it to continue.

Amazing.

Outstanding episode, the best so far. It must be admitted that the foundation is a very uneven series. The first season was so tiring in places that it seemed like nothing could save it. Fortunately, the second season turned out to be much better and from episode to episode it gave hope for better. For the episode 9 of season 2 I give it 10/10 (although this is probably an exaggerated rating and I refer it to other episodes in this series). At this moment, I would say that the entire series is an 8/10 and I hope that it will get better and better with each subsequent episode.

Lastly, apart from everything, as others have already written, the special effects in this series really deserve recognition.

A theme: As with many good stories, there are misdirections and red herrings galore, from simple showy magic tricks to body swapping to mind swapping (sort of);

Another theme: how arrogant those in positions of power can be when they think they have all the insight;

And another: Time. From realising that we are not quite when we thought we were, to showcasing a four dimensional analytical engine;

And another: lies.

All weaving together, reinforcing and tearing at history, in a constant tug of war between what *could* be and what *will* be; between the great sweep of stochastic force and the non-linear importance of inflection points.

Good heaven's this is storytelling of the highest order and, still, we will only know in the next episode if they have 'stuck the landing'.

But that was a quite stupendous amount of fun. Weep, NTBers, weep.

This episode is by far the best episode and not only of the series but of any sci-fi show ever created. I'm speechless.

Everything is finally coming together.

I could never imagine that such epic is possible in science fiction.

From the beginning to the end, everything was perfectly written, acted and animated (and oh god how perfect the cgi is).

The episode starts with a flashback. Right from the beginning you can already see that this episode is going to be outstanding. And here I just want to quickly praise the fantastic actress of Demerzel (Laura Birn), she definitely has become my favourite character.

I probably don't even have to say it but Lee Pace literally blossoms in the role. Keep going guys!!

Fantastic fantastic, I can't really say anything more than praise and more praise. Foundation has officially won my heart.

Whether you like or loathe the adaptation of Asimov's original work, you will be impressed with this episode. Easily one of the strongest so far. With incredible but unintrusive CGI, this episode brings together and advances important strands. Demerzel's origin, in particular, is beautifully done. A visual treat, wonderfully presented. If you like sci-fi, you will enjoy those scenes. Elsewhere in the universe, Tellem and Gaal's relationship takes a turn for the worse, no surprise given last week's story. And Day and Seldon have a nicely staged chat about all things Foundation. Lee Pace's Day face to face with Jared Harris's Seldon, two huge characters in their own way, was cleverly constructed.

I started watching this as a book reading sceptic. It's won me over and I don't want this season to end.