A bit of storytelling, a bit of characterization
In the fifth episode of the "Rings of Power" series, the creators go into each of their storylines, and yet, it still seems that the plot is barely progressing. This means there isn't enough development in the storylines to make each episode worthwhile. But why is that? What is the problem with the series?! It seems hard to say; Because the creators of the series, trying to achieve a false sense of greatness, have forgotten that they need great characters and stories to shape their story. Thus, in the episode "Partings" the scenario is not of wandering power rings, but of lost ground.
The "Rings of Power" series, as a beautiful canvas that wanders everywhere in Middle-earth without a specific purpose, does not have a single story. Therefore, with such an image, the best moment in the episode "The Great Wave" had nothing to do with the story, that is, the focus on the traditional ritual of the dwarves of Moria. From this point of view, the best moments of the fifth episode or "Partings" are also a wandering montage of Harfoot's journey, showing maps and legendary flashbacks about the creation of elves.
The fifth installment of the Rings of Power series is at least built around a fairly consistent set of themes, themes that fit well with the show's largely straightforward moral worldview. And at the same time, they can balance between the eternal themes of Tolkien's works and contemporary issues. At its core, the episode "Partings" argues that Circles of Power is about the importance of political altruism, about the need for disparate groups to trust each other and work together for the greater good. It's a very simple idea, but it's also a heavy and interesting one.
It's a theme that runs consistently throughout the episode, from Arundir's decision to stay with the humans to Elrond's loyalty to Doreen. This also fits well with the larger political themes at the heart of The Lord of the Rings.
In his writings, Tolkien always considers humans to be the weakest race. Not by force, but by will and according to morality. Rings of Power keeps this concept, but expands it to other races to fuel the fire of further conflict.
However, this newfound thematic consistency would be more impressive if it served a greater sense of movement for the series' story. Now, it's easy to see how the various narrative threads fit together thematically, but are largely unrelated in terms of common purpose. With episode five coming right from the halfway point of last season, the Rings of Power series has been strangely stuck in place. In conclusion, this series works best when it paints a picture of an open world, but it should let the characters explore it. All those who wander may not be lost, but all those who remain do not know where they stand.
The "Rings of Power" series, as a beautiful canvas that wanders everywhere in Middle-earth without a specific purpose, does not have a single story. Therefore, with such an image, the best moment in the episode "The Great Wave" had nothing to do with the story, that is, the focus on the traditional ritual of the dwarves of Moria. From this point of view, the best moments of the fifth episode or "Partings" are also a wandering montage of Harfoot's journey, showing maps and legendary flashbacks about the creation of elves.
The fifth installment of the Rings of Power series is at least built around a fairly consistent set of themes, themes that fit well with the show's largely straightforward moral worldview. And at the same time, they can balance between the eternal themes of Tolkien's works and contemporary issues. At its core, the episode "Partings" argues that Circles of Power is about the importance of political altruism, about the need for disparate groups to trust each other and work together for the greater good. It's a very simple idea, but it's also a heavy and interesting one.
It's a theme that runs consistently throughout the episode, from Arundir's decision to stay with the humans to Elrond's loyalty to Doreen. This also fits well with the larger political themes at the heart of The Lord of the Rings.
In his writings, Tolkien always considers humans to be the weakest race. Not by force, but by will and according to morality. Rings of Power keeps this concept, but expands it to other races to fuel the fire of further conflict.
However, this newfound thematic consistency would be more impressive if it served a greater sense of movement for the series' story. Now, it's easy to see how the various narrative threads fit together thematically, but are largely unrelated in terms of common purpose. With episode five coming right from the halfway point of last season, the Rings of Power series has been strangely stuck in place. In conclusion, this series works best when it paints a picture of an open world, but it should let the characters explore it. All those who wander may not be lost, but all those who remain do not know where they stand.
- 4liReza
- Oct 27, 2022