Someone please go back in time and make them give the director's chair of Episodes 7, 8 and 9 to Dave Filoni because he goddamn deserves it.
That's probably the best episode that the show has ever done and my favourite episode of anything from 2020 so far. WOW. What a rollercoaster. We've reached the part where we've caught up with Revenge of the Sith and that can only mean that bad stuff is going to happen. I like how Obi-Wan has been able to keep Ahsoka up to date of where we are in it - he's off to Utapau, Anakin's spying on the Chancellor and they can't learn about Sidious from Dooku because Anakin killed Dooku.. on Palpatine's orders. Obi-Wan admitting that the Council aren't always right and getting Ahsoka to speak to Anakin on his behalf was a nice touch too, even if it hasn't happened yet.
This whole arc was building up to the Maul/Ashoka fight and it was as every bit as epic as I was hoping it would be, the animation is legendary and the fact that Maul knows what's going to happen and baits Ahsoka with Anakin turning to the Dark Side was handled really well. These little touches throughout the episode of showing Ahsoka caring for the Clones and them respecting her in return is only going to make the next two episodes all the more emotional, because it's going to get to Order 66. And I'm NOT READY. The idea of a Maul and Ahsoka team-up to stop Order 66 was fascinating - and might still happen - two former apprentices working together. Maul technically tried to save the galaxy too by wanting to bring Anakin to Mandalore to kill him before he could turn to Sidious really worked too - even if it was only Maul acting as the bitter ex and in his own self-interests - after all, Anakin would be the second apprentice that Sidious had since him.
Maul screaming that he would rather die than witness what was coming next and begging for The Clones to kill him rather than take him prisoner was, certainly a morbid end. I love what the show has done with his character too - I groaned when they brought him back the first time but Maul's arc has been as good over the course of the series as Ahsoka has, and as absolutely vital to the show. Revenge of the Sith is going to hit a little differently after this.
Me: Please don't be a baby Hutt, please don't be a baby Hutt...
Also me: Well okay.
Holy shit I can't believe it, they finally handled Iron Fist perfectly! Danny is now completely different and acts like Iron Fist in comics. He says wise/philosophical words out of nowhere. Fight was also awesome. YES!
NEED.MORE.TEAM.UP!!
They spent years in a strange country pretending to fit in, in order to do what was best for their home country. Now they’re “home”, but like Philip says it feels strange. And then Elizabeth tells him, in their native language that they’d been forbidden to use, that they’ll get used to it, just like they did all those years ago in America. No shoot outs. No chase scenes. No deaths. Just a man and a woman realizing they just lost everything they loved.
Hi, I was hoping to make it home for dinner, but things are very topsy-turvy at the office.
'Apparently on Legion' that's genius
I hope we see the suit cam of Bobby or the drone cam footage of the Ganyemede fight in the next episode otherwise it would a little bit disappointing as a book reader.
That Nauvoo launch sequence was beautiful. We need more space shows on TV right now.
As often with Marvel shows or movies the villains in this were borderline bad but I just don't care because of the heroes and their interactions.
I've been waiting for this show with a lot of excitement. The Netflix shows are probably my favorite part of the MCU. DD and JJ were simply excellent, with compelling stories, great cast and a dark tone, although each of the two had its own unique atmosphere. DD played out like a crime procedural/legal drama with phenomenal fight scenes, while JJ was a gritty psychological thriller with incredible depth mixed with some neo-noir detective stuff. And I loved them both. Luke Cage was more of a mixed bag for me, but the first half of it was great and it had some of the best music I've heard on any show in a long while, so I still liked it. And Iron Fist... I mean, I didn't hate it? It was just kind of meh. But still, seeing these four characters together was something I've been looking forward to for months.
This episode is your typical introducing-our-heroes-and-setting-up-the-overarching-plot pilot. Except we already know the heroes, so instead, we catch up on what they've been doing. Matt's given up on the vigilante business and his relationship with Karen is visibly strained, he's also having trouble moving on from Elektra. Jessica drinks hard as ever and doesn't want to be anyone's hero, thank you very much (although she can't help but follow the mystery that quite literally knocks on her door), Luke has a delightful reunion with Claire (I love them!) and is determined to continue his mission of fighting crime in Harlem, and Danny... spends most of the episode on a plane. Doing nothing. Oh well. There's a reason Iron Fist was the weakest show of the four.
We're also introduced to our main villain. Sigourney Weaver is one of those people who just radiate elegance and steal any scene with their presence. That's the kind of person I strive to be. She's so... regal, I guess. They couldn't have chosen a better actress.
We see Foggy (who is rocking the hell out of his new haircut) for a second as well and Elektra, The Actual Love Of My Life, makes a short appearance at the end. I forgot how beautiful she is. Elodie can kick my ass anytime.
I love how they used colors in this episode. Matt's apartment was bathed in red, Jessica's scenes were sort of pale blue with hints of purple, Luke was surrounded by different shades of yellow, and Alexandra's signature hue seems to be white, from the sterile hospital rooms to her coat to the pidgeons in the park. I also love the way the show fluidly moves from one character to the next with some really neat editing. The older I get, the more I find myself paying attention to those more technical aspects of shows and movies - cinematography, editing, sound design. The opening episode of The Defenders is incredibly aesthetically pleasing and it seems a lot of thought went into the visuals, which I appreciate.
Watching Netflix is my favorite thing, watching Netflix is my favorite... thing!
The first half is the best the show has been since the Sioux Falls massacre from Season 2. I am disappointed it was only 25 minutes and not a full 50.
American Gods is the only show to portray accurately what it feels like to be kicked in the balls.
I'll see you tomorrow, Miller
This show continues to be the only CW supes show that still remembers to bring the fun. ARROW never did, being dark and dreary from day one. THE FLASH gave it up a while back for some reason and opted to go down the ARROW road. SUPERGIRL is pure relationship soap opera these days. But LEGENDS? Its braintrust continues to offer plenty of crazy, brainless fun. And props to them for that.
This episode was great fun. All the "waaa! I hate musicals" children can, in the words of Abraham "suck my nuts".
P.S: I'm pretty sure singing "Runnin' home to you", on key, to your girlfriend will earn you unlimited sex for the rest of your life.
The Critics were wrong. It's not as groundbreaking as Jessica Jones or Luke Cage, but it's engaging and fun. I like this Danny Rand.
Loved the clip art deer!
I wouldn't be surprised if Eugene takes his kissassing to the next level and asks Negan if he can be one of his wives too.
What an absolutely terrible show, I love it so much
Sorry about my comment on last week's episode, I guess he does have guts. I've never been more embarrassed.
From the beginning of the episode it was SO obvious the monster is a hologram. Bored now
Hello, Megan! First Martian Manhunter and now Miss Martian! This is just getting better and better.
Goddamn if the tears didn't flow while they were all eating dinner. Brutal and satisfying, a spectacular way to open the new season.
Amazingly shot, amazingly acted, I loved every single scenes. I really loved this penultimate episode. There's so much nostalgia and loneliness, each principles resigning to their fate. Ultimately, it ends with a hope that could bring them all together.
Cameron (who looks great with dark long hair) is a dead ringer for Elizabeth Holmes of Theranos.
Damn and I liked Lee Majors as Ash's dad. That ending made me jump though lol.
Carrillo !!! Nooooooooooo. Who's gonna be tough now ?
Finally, a character that knows where he belongs. Bye Ryan, you won't be missed.