Sick

Plot In A Paragraph: As Hershel's health deteriorates, Rick is convinced the prison is their new salvation, but they have already encountered surviving prisoners and walkers.

Rick (Andrew Lincoln) is confronted with decisions he doesn't really want to make. Mainly what to do with some surviving (and quite clearly dangerous) prisoners still in the prison. That is one of the great things I love about The Walking Dead. It doesn't present a clear answer to these questions.

The diplomatic Rick tries striking a bargain with surviving prisoners. It's obvious from the start this is a mistake. We know as viewers it's not going to work out.

This episode has loads of action but it offered some real emotional moments too as Maggie (Lauren Cohan) and Beth (Emily Kinney) deal with the possible death of their father. It goes back and forth between the near-death Hershel (Scott Wilson) and Rick, Daryl (Norman Reedus), and T-Dog (IronE Singleton) dealing with walkers and prisoners.

We didn't see any of Andrea (Laurie Holden) or Michonne (Danai Gurira) in this episode. It never leaves the prison, which is a shame as I was looking forward to seeing more of Michonne.

This is the second episode of the third season of the Walking Dead and it continues the brilliance that episode one set the stage for. It relies just a tad less on the action, but more on the excellent characterization. There are some genuinely surprising and emotional moments as well. Things began to slow down, but now we get to see the beginnings of Rick and his new civilization within the walls of the prison.

In this episode, "Sick," Rick proposes an idea what to do with the prisoners they met at the end of last episode. Rick, Darryl, and T-Dog decide to help the prisoners get their own cell block while they split the food 50/50. But Rick makes clear he will have to do what is necessary to ensure the survival of his group. Meanwhile, Herschel remains in critical condition after the amputation of his leg. Carol comes to the conclusion that she will have to deal with Lori's pregnancy, now that Herschel is unable to do so.

Overall, this is another fantastic episode that continues the success of the first episode. This makes for a promising season and I'm eager to see what lays in store for us. I'm also eager to see what will happen between Lori and Rick as their relationship is crumbling beneath our eyes. A fantastic character-building episode with a little gore mixed in. I rate this episode 10/10.

It's sick what rick is willing to do at this point.

Rick and his team faces five prisoners that have survived 292 days locked in the cafeteria without acknowledging what is happening outside the place. Rick leaves Hershel with part of the group and negotiates supplies with the inmates. They agree to help the prisoners to clear their block; in return, they would split the supplies fifty-fifty.

Rick, T-Dog and Daryl help the prisoners while the rest of the group helps Hershel to survive. Meanwhile Carol asks Glenn to help her to get a female walker to practice a Caesarean section for Lori's delivery. Rick is betrayed by the dangerous leader of the inmates but he resolves the situation the best way he could.

The promising Third Season continues with another excellent episode. "Sick" is another gore and full of action show, with Rick making the right decision with the inmates. Carl is growing up in a violent environment and he is very brave. The sudden conclusion is the only part that I did not like in this episode. My vote is nine.

Title (Brazil): "Sick"

Note: On 10 April 2016, I saw this show again.

"Sick" delves into the immediate repercussions of the group's discovery of other survivors within the prison, setting the stage for a tense exploration of trust, territory, and leadership. The episode adeptly navigates the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by Rick and the group as they encounter the prison's remaining inmates. This situation presents a complex web of challenges, highlighting the precarious balance between survival and humanity that defines the series.

The negotiation and eventual conflict with the inmates serve as a microcosm for the broader themes of governance, justice, and the social contracts that underpin human society. Rick's leadership is put to the test, showcasing a darker, more pragmatic approach to decision-making. This evolution is a poignant reflection of the toll the apocalypse has taken on him, blurring the lines between hero and anti-hero in the pursuit of safety for his group.

"Sick" also continues to build on the internal dynamics of the group, particularly focusing on the strains and bonds that have formed. The episode does not forget the personal stakes involved, especially with Lori's pregnancy advancing and the group's realization that safety is an illusion, even within the walls of the prison. These personal narratives enrich the larger survival story, offering a multifaceted look at the characters' struggles to maintain their humanity.

The resolution of the conflict with the inmates, while offering a temporary sense of security, also raises unsettling questions about the future. The episode's conclusion, marked by a sense of unease and moral ambiguity, sets a compelling precedent for the season. "Sick" is a testament to the series' ability to intertwine action-packed sequences with deep, character-driven storytelling, further solidifying its place as a nuanced exploration of the human condition in extremis.