Us

Had heard nothing but great things about 'The Walking Dead' from friends and IMDb reviewers. It took a while to get round to watching, both from being busy and also not being sure whether it would be my cup of tea. Finally getting round to it a few years ago and slowly working my way through it, having had a very long to watch and review list, 'The Walking Dead' turned out to be very much my cup of tea and as good as the hype made it out to be, have found it extremely addictive.

Season 4''s penultimate episode "Us" is not as amazing as the previous episode, compared to that episode's grim intensity and heart-wrenching emotion "US" is quieter and slower, something of the light at the end of the tunnel. Not one of the show's very best but does what it does very effectively. It is yet again a strong reminder of how Seasons 1-5 of 'The Walking Dead' to me were absolutely brilliant and seeing the show in its full glory days (Season 6 was uneven, Season 7 was a huge disappointment and am still debating whether to watch Season 8). It is great stuff if missing the extra something of the best episodes.

It still shocks me at how an intelligent, well-made (so much so that it is easy to mistake it for a film) show about zombies could be made when so many films have tried and failed abysmally to do so.

"Us" doesn't really do anything wrong, it just misses the major twists and shocking revelations of other episodes which disappointed ever so slightly.

Like all the episodes of the show, "Us" is incredibly well made in the production values, with gritty and audacious production design, photography of almost cinematic quality, effects that look good, have soul and are not overused or abused and pretty frightening make-up. The music is haunting and affecting, having presence but never being too intrusive.

The writing is intelligent and thought-provoking, not as talky as some of the previous episodes, with lots of tension and emotional resonance and shows signs of character complexity and multiple layer storytelling done with intricacy.

Appreciated the ever strong and still progressing story, where there is never the mistake of being confused or over-stuffed, and character building, which the episode has a bigger emphasis on, and that the pace is rarely dull or rushed, with some intensity. The character writing and the character interactions are what is particularly great here, really appreciated that it gave more development to the less interesting characters before and ones that haven't been quite so much in a while.

Everything is nicely paced without rushing through the more important parts while being not dull. The world building is already stunningly immersive and effective. Direction is smart and atmospheric while the show throughout has been strongly acted which it is here all round.

Summarising, a great episode. 9/10 Bethany Cox

You could really feel the plot and storylines move forward in this episode as we close in on the final! Some of the stuff we have been waiting for in some time.. finally happened in this episode!

We got more insight on a new group of characters... Joe and The Claimers! They have a very simple code to live by.. but do not hesitate and shows no mercy if you stray from that! They believe its survival of the fittest!

The storylines with Glenn and Maggie finaly come together and it was so heartwarming to see!

The episode ended on a highnote that will leave you wanting more!! What is waiting for them at Terminus?

Glenn, Tara, Sgt. Abraham Ford, Dr. Eugene Porter and Rosita Espinosa are following the tracks heading to Terminus. When Glenn sees Maggie's message, he does not want to stop walking to meet her despite the group is tired. When they reach a train tunnel, Glenn decides to cross the dark tunnel with Tara, but the rest of the group decides to make a detour.

Daryl learns that there are strange rules in the group of marauders and he has a problem with one of them named Len. Ben explains the rules to be followed to him and judges their conflict. Rick, Carl and Michonne are also heading to Terminus.

"Us" is one of the best episodes of this Fourth Season and the series finally moves forward after several stalled episodes. The fans certainly are curious about what Terminus might be. Terminus in Latin means "the end" but in what sense is this sanctuary? Will it be the end of a journey or simply the end? Daryl has joined a dangerous group and what will happen when they reach Terminus? Unfortunately there is only one additional episode before the end of the Fourth Season. My vote is nine.

Title (Brazil): "Us"

Note: On 16 April 2016, I saw this show again.

This is the fifteenth episode of the fourth season of the Walking Dead and the second to last episode of the season. Nothing against the previous episode, but this episode is just so much less grim. This episode even features Rick in a good mood! Although there are no constant happiness, it's a good-feeling episode and the ending is tearful.....but in a rather good way.

In this episode, "Us," Glenn and Tara continue to Terminus with their new companions, although Abraham shows some reluctance. Rick, Carl, and Michonne also continue their way in rather good spirits. Finally, Daryl is struggling to adjust to the laws of the Claimers.

Overall, this is a great episode and we finally get to see Terminus for a brief time, but the question remains if Terminus is to good to be true or is it just another failure. We shall see in the season four finale. I rate this episode 9/10.

After milking episodes ever since they left the prison FINALLY there's signs of true progression.

The multi-linear storyline is a lot more captivating than the regular slow moving single story lines they've been rehashing. Following up last week's episode it's impressive that we've been given yet another breath of fresh air.

This episode is a beautifully elaborated chess move, and they finally got the show in check.

Next week's finale, I have a feeling, is going to be intense and predict a MUCH more exciting 5th season than this past season.

The best is yet to come.

10/10 (relative to this season)