Headed in the right direction.
After a underwhelming episode last week, this was a much needed return to form, and dare I say, easily the best episode of the series. It plunges you right into the story, and the pacing is very much improved over last week's. The hour flew by!
The characters finally get some much needed development, and some levity. Really thought everyone got a chance to shine, even Isildur, who I haven't particularly cared for in this show. The story is moved in directions I cannot wait to see continued next week.
The tone of the episode is preparing for war on all sides, and you really feel that. The exciting moments are well balanced with the regal and dialogue heavy scenes, but they don't go on for too long, which was very refreshing. Before you know it, you're onto a new scene.
Overall, it's fantastic from start to finish. Pacing is improved, characters are explored, and themes of deceit and staying true to you're oaths and friendships are explored.
The characters finally get some much needed development, and some levity. Really thought everyone got a chance to shine, even Isildur, who I haven't particularly cared for in this show. The story is moved in directions I cannot wait to see continued next week.
The tone of the episode is preparing for war on all sides, and you really feel that. The exciting moments are well balanced with the regal and dialogue heavy scenes, but they don't go on for too long, which was very refreshing. Before you know it, you're onto a new scene.
Overall, it's fantastic from start to finish. Pacing is improved, characters are explored, and themes of deceit and staying true to you're oaths and friendships are explored.
- alasdairboswell
- Sep 22, 2022