Glenn and Tara are set on the way to Terminus, but Abraham is reluctant. Daryl struggles to adjust to the Claimers' rules.Glenn and Tara are set on the way to Terminus, but Abraham is reluctant. Daryl struggles to adjust to the Claimers' rules.Glenn and Tara are set on the way to Terminus, but Abraham is reluctant. Daryl struggles to adjust to the Claimers' rules.
- Carol Peletier
- (credit only)
- Beth Greene
- (credit only)
- Tyreese Williams
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Meanwhile, Daryl struggles to assimilate himself into the Claimers as one of the group. He fight with a man named Len over a freshly-killed rabbit. The leader Joe explains that they only have one rule: if someone wants something, he claims it. He then cuts the rabbit in half for Daryl and Len, since the former was not aware of the rule. Later, Len tries to convince the group that Daryl stole his half of the rabbit. Joe then reveals that he witnessed Len put the rabbit in Daryl's bag. He and the group begin viciously beating Len.
Joe informs Daryl that they are tracking a man who had killed one of their group. That man is possibly headed to Terminus.
Memorable scenes include the group's encounter with the mysterious signs leading to Terminus and the revelation that not everything is as it seems, highlighting the group's growing distrust and wariness of others. Meanwhile, Glenn's determination to find Maggie and reunite with her drives him forward, showcasing the power of love and hope in a world filled with darkness.
This is a solid episode that gives an effective build up to series finale and makes you want to know what actually awaits them at the Terminus.
There are some decent scenes involving Daryl and the Claimers (sounds like a band). One thing 'The Walking Dead' does well is show the social constructions in place to maintain order in the various groups that have formed in the wake of the apocalypse. This is another good example.
The scenes in the tunnel with Glenn and Tara have brilliant set design with a great creepy atmosphere, enhanced by the lighting and sound. However there is no real suspense as you know there is no way the writers would make such a big deal over a possible reunion between Glenn and Maggie only to thwart it with a zombie horde at this stage.
As for my prediction for the Terminus, it all sounds like it's going to be bad news to me. The earlier episode that implied Beth was kidnapped has not been followed up at all and, as the finale looks to take place in the Terminus, it feels like there might be a link.
All actors are on good form as ever and the production values are great.
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?
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)
Did you know
- TriviaIn this episode Abraham refers to Glenn as 'Casey Jones' with his determination to get to Maggie by following the train tracks. This is a reference to the real-life Casey Jones, who was an American Railroader for the Illinois Central Railroad from the years 1863 - 1900. Casey Jones passed away while on a train that collided with a stalled freight train in Mississippi.
- GoofsWhen Joe cuts the rabbit in half, there is blood stain on the tree stem. In the next shot that stain disappears.
- Quotes
[Eugene tells Rosita that he still has to live with the decisions he makes after saving the world]
Dr. Eugene Porter: If Glenn and Tara were still alive and there were no significant delays and they continued traveling at approximately three miles per hour and I timed it correctly in my head, they might be somewhere around here.
Rosita Espinosa: Those two are not the priority. The only priority is getting you to Washington.
Dr. Eugene Porter: After I save the world, I still have to live with myself. I'm not leaving them behind.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Walking Dead: The Journey So Far (2016)
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- Newnan, Georgia, USA(train track scenes are next to first street part and bridge the gap ministries)
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- Runtime
- 42m
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- 16:9 HD