The Camp

This is the story of a type of concentration camp, where humans are interred by overlords who abuse them and withhold basic human needs. The commandant comes out every so often to announce the latest punitive changes. One woman who seems to be a master engineer, has taken the leadership as the representative of the people. She negotiates for them, but they are ungrateful and believe she is selling her body and looking only out for herself. They elect an elderly man as their new leader. He is pretty autocratic and unwilling to work with the oppressors. One can understand this because he at least gives them hope. When the commandant gets wind of the woman's ability to repair electronics, he takes her into his council. It turns out that the oppressors are really machines. They have been given a human appearance to help engage their prisoners. She uses her little bit of power to get information to gain some food and privileges for her people. Two things happen. The population is so alienated from her they refuse her help. She also realizes that the machines are wearing out; their days are numbered. This is a really cleverly constructed episode with a masterful conclusion.

This is a very good outer limits episode. I had to respect the post apocalyptic creativity here.

Pros: The world setting here is incredible. If you have ever watched the Superman or justice league cartoons: you will realise it's similar to Dark Seid's apocalypse world. He has the underlings who are slaves within camps. They keep the cogs of the world running: in this metallic brimstone type of setting. This is also reminisent of Reese's flash back dreams, from the terminator future: from the first movie. Futuristic weaponry, and hidden humans living in the barron wasteland and terrains. They certainly tuck influence from these franchises.

The costumes in this episodes were so good. Set designs incredible. The makeup spoke for itself. Grate attention to detail for the android machine props and monster design. Cool casting, and a nice story.

Cons: Not really much I didn't like about it. Not the most complicated story, but it didnt need to be. Everything worked well.

Overall: When talking t.v craftmenship, this is one of the stronger outer limits episodes. Make sure you watch this one. It's important to learn from past creativity, and this episode shows this alot. Final grade 8.5 out of 10.