No spoiler tags were needed... Since it isn't a spoiler - just observation and opinion
16-03-13
Cyndaquil
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
I cba to re-write my review so - I got one from another website which explains it, mostly in my opinion as well!
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Fan of The Walking Dead have long awaited the meeting between the leaders of this show's two opposing sides, Rick (Andrew Lincoln) and the Governor (David Morrissey), and this week, it finally happens on neutral turf - away from Woodbury and the prison.
I felt a palpable sense of excitement when the showdown finally occurred on-screen, following a deliberately-paced opening sequence designed to tease the viewer - it's a real 'butterflies in the stomach' moment.
With Andrea (Laurie Holden) as moderator, Rick is initially willing to negotiate, but the Governor will accept one only deal - the prison gang's complete and unquestioning surrender.
Like last week's episode, 'Arrow on the Doorpost' is another fantastic showcase for British acting talent - Lincoln and Morrissey both excel as Rick and the Governor pick at each other, with the frazzled former cop coming off worse than the swaggering, self-appointed dictator.
But as the back-and-forth continues, 'Arrow' also humanises the Governor more than any episode since 'Made to Suffer' - he talks of his past and even admits to moments of doubt and guilt. I'd considered the character's transformation into a brutal and merciless villain now complete, so it's a surprise - though not an unwelcome one - to see more layers added here.
Of course, the Governor still has a villainous streak a mile deep and demands that Rick hand over Michonne (Danai Gurira) - the woman who took his eye - to guarantee the safety of the other prison inmates.
Rick has been on the defensive throughout and for now he appears to be considering going along with the trade, but has the Governor made a mistake in showing his cards? Now that Rick knows what his enemy wants more than anything, he has an edge that he didn't have before.
It'll be interesting to see if Rick does have what it takes to fend off the forces of Woodbury or if - as previous episodes have implied - he will crumble and another will be forced to take up his post.
Back at the prison, the remaining survivors are on tenterhooks, with Glenn (Steven Yeun) struggling to assume dominance over Merle (Michael Rooker), who's straining at the leash. When it comes to compromise, they fare even worse than the Governor and Rick - tearing strips off each other verbally and very nearly physically.
While Merle attempts to forge an unlikely alliance with Michonne, the slow-burning arc of awkward resentment that's been bubbling away between Glenn and Maggie (Lauren Cohan) comes to a satisfying and *steamy* conclusion - a ray of light in an otherwise bleak episode.
"Save the bullets for the real threat," Andrea warns early on this week, but are the walkers the real threat? The human menace that's become the focus of this third season - chiefly personified by the Governor - is almost more terrifying. When you're this invested in the people, you almost don't need the zombies.
In many ways, this very human Walking Dead outing resembles last week's exemplary 'Clear' - it offers intense character drama and, for those who need it, the occasional lashing of comic-book gore, anchored by a two-hander from two superb UK actors. And like last week's offering, 'Arrow on the Doorpost' is absolutely fantastic.
16-03-13
Jax
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
I know its not related to the Movie Section. But theres only 6 days until The Walking Dead Survival Instinct Game!!!! Hopefully Amazon deliver it the day before the release date, like they do with a lot of pre-orders. :blushing:
16-03-13
Cyndaquil
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Originally Posted by iJak
I know its not related to the Movie Section. But theres only 6 days until The Walking Dead Survival Instinct Game!!!! Hopefully Amazon deliver it the day before the release date, like they do with a lot of pre-orders. :blushing:
Not gunna get it, I think it is gunna ruin what we already have :/!
16-03-13
Jax
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Originally Posted by Lunerica
Not gunna get it, I think it is gunna ruin what we already have :/!
The Dixon brothers in a game, I'm not going to miss it! :):
16-03-13
Cyndaquil
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Originally Posted by iJak
The Dixon brothers in a game, I'm not going to miss it! :):
Ill have look on Youtube when its out but thats probably all :L!
16-03-13
Jax
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Originally Posted by Lunerica
Ill have look on Youtube when its out but thats probably all :L!
I was all like Hell yeah! When Andrea made it to the prison. Then BAM, the governor. Totally didn't see that coming.
19-03-13
Jax
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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So, what'd yall think of the latest ep? lol
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I was all like Hell yeah! When Andrea made it to the prison. Then BAM, the governor. Totally didn't see that coming.
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When she got to the prison I was thinking, yes she's finally here, but then The Governor came along and grabbed her. Sadly Rick didn't see either.
19-03-13
Cyndaquil
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Good episode! It is like one of those previous Walking Dead episodes, where they actually use Zombies to scare us... Not as a prop. I really enjoyed it! Can't wait for the next 2 episodes!!!
20-03-13
rebora2007
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Holy fuck, that was so unpredictable, this was the shit i was waiting for, and the dude with the glasses (sorry can't recall his name) is definitely gonna be my new favorite, dayum he good. How the fuck did the governor made it through the hellhouse anyway? I need that explained...
22-03-13
Jim Raynor
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Originally Posted by rebora2007
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Holy fuck, that was so unpredictable, this was the shit i was waiting for, and the dude with the glasses (sorry can't recall his name) is definitely gonna be my new favorite, dayum he good. How the fuck did the governor made it through the hellhouse anyway? I need that explained...
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I thought he was gonna die lol but if he dies, there wont be a story any more.
22-03-13
HeyItsKino
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Was really surprised when Andrea was captured! Makes me wonder if he is going to lure Michonne in with Andrea!
24-03-13
Donkjam
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
I love TWD! I'm up to date at the moment, can't wait til next week I think they'll start the 'war' then? Gutted there's only a few episodes left? But heard there's a 4th season and they're calling it something like survivors
24-03-13
Cyndaquil
Re: [TV] The Walking Dead Season 3
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Originally Posted by Donkjam
I love TWD! I'm up to date at the moment, can't wait til next week I think they'll start the 'war' then? Gutted there's only a few episodes left? But heard there's a 4th season and they're calling it something like survivors
2 episodes left :)! 1 if you exclude sundays (tonights)
