Downton Abbey: Season 6/ Episode 8 – Overview/ Recap (with Spoilers)
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Overview Between the death of a character, an injury, and a bit of good news, many characters find their lives shifting, often for the better. Though for one, if not two, it seems a reminder of how terrible life is maybe all they will get.
Overview We see a lot of people, from both upstairs and downstairs, ready for the future, but only if it goes their way. Making it so anyone who dares fathom or imagine something to the contrary are in for a harsh word.
Overview While Downton Abbey can seem like a ho-hum affair at times, then comes episodes like this when life and livelihood are threatened, and bonds are formed and strengthened for the strength to get through the coming times. Trigger Warning(s): Blood Vomit
Overview As Downton Abbey creeps closer to its end, old friends become more frequent, and the possibility of happy endings seem on the horizon. For with an old friend visiting Downton, some happy news for a few of those who work downstairs, and the possibility of love, it seems any and all drama shall lead…
Overview A strange anime dealing with a bone-obsessed young woman, and a young man who acts as her voice of reason for her obsession often leads to insensitive comments and misunderstood actions.
Overview With the exit of Jessica Lange seemingly comes more attempts to draw your attention with the grotesque and shocking, rather than with compelling characters or an interesting story.
Overview Between the wedding, the continuing trouble over the hospital merger, old faces, and the question of what the future may bring, Downton Abbey keeps the energy a bit upbeat and keeps the season enjoyable and brisk.
The season premiere is all about setting things up. Unfortunately though, Ougi is the one helping Araragi setup the events of the season.
Overview What seemed like a silly OVA, which could have become perverted, thankfully is about exploring Gija’s relationship with his father, as well as hinting at Jeaha’s childhood.
Overview Perhaps one of the major topics of the episode deals with the evolving options a woman has within 1925, and how the world takes those options. For whether it is Edith possibly living alone, like Aunt Rosalind; Mary becoming the agent of the estate; Anna perhaps having an option which may help her carry…
Overview It’s 1925 in Downton and it seems the end of the grandeur lives of the upper crust is inching closer and closer, and fears of the changes to come have everyone shook. Though, even with that worry over everyone’s heads, there still remains quite a bit of personal drama to tend to.
Overview Blunt Talk is pure madness. From being caught with a trans sex worker to interviewing himself, Walter Blunt is the type of figure which will either make you laugh your butt off or question, “What in the hell is Patrick Stewart doing with his life?”
Overview A possible super soldier appears to have her memories erased, but not to the point of forgetting how to walk, talk, and show her combat skills. Alongside her memory loss though comes dozens upon dozens of tattoos, all of which may very well be relevant clues to stop terrorist attacks, and possibly expose some…
Initial Thoughts What rises must eventually fall, and it seems a lot of what made episode 2 exciting was eventually lost. For with only 3 episodes, each an hour and a half, with little build, little payoff, and not much given to make memories of the time lost placed within the realm of nostalgia, what…
Initial Thoughts Being that the first episode was a bit underwhelming, my only hopes were that it compensated for the weak political issues with more of Jogia and Bunbury. Something which it mostly does, but a part of me feels with the realization that those two’s romance was a bit too strong, they decided to…
Initial Thoughts To be completely honest, while Tut was an interesting topic in Middle school, that isn’t what got me interested in this mini-series. If anything, it was the casting of Avan Jogia as King Tut, and Jogia reuniting with Kylie Bunbury, who he last shared the silver screen with in the ill-fated Twisted. As…
Overview As the season comes to a close, a few things have become apparent. The first, and most glaring, is that the way woman suffer will always be more graphic and degrading, in comparison to the men; the second being, to invest too much in heroes maybe a waste for, as said in The Dark…
Introduction When it comes to being saved, often the first ones spoken on are the women and the children. In the world of Game of Thrones however, they usually are last. And while we have seen many a woman suffer rape and other moments in which their autonomy and dignity have been destroyed, it seems…
Introduction If most of the season has been building to something, it must have been this episode. For once more Jon Snow brings the action to the series, as he meets up with the free folk on their turf. Though, I should note, it isn’t them he squares off with, but the dreaded White Walkers….
Overview The things people will do for love is an ongoing theme. Though, as always with Game of Thrones, mentions of love never solely deal with the love of another person. No, love and this show is almost always about power and for many it is the continued pursuit of it, or the longing for…
Overview As Arya progresses, and Sansa and Tyrion regress, Cersei seemingly has all but started a war with House Tyrell. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview With Daenerys dealing with the mass rebellion, and the various leaders within the north prepping for the future of the region, it truly seems like everyone is prepping for the worse and beginning negotiations with fate through concessions. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview As some speak of war, and others prep for angered family members, two more possible deaths lead you to question if one character may ever stand a chance to ascend to the Iron Throne. Director: Mark Mylod Writer: Dave Hill Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview As Arslan experiences his maiden battle, he also experiences his first major betrayal. Luckily for him though, he has more friends than enemies. Topic 1: The Issues with Uncertainty – Supreme General Vahriz, Arslan, and Cavalry Captain Daryun Topic 2: Hellfire and Dead Bodies – Arslan Topic 3: A Knight in Shining Armor –…
Overview The episode contains our first noteworthy death, though with the situation Sansa, Arya and Cersei face, perhaps 3 deaths happen. Though their deaths are not of the physical. Topic 1: Another Son Lost, This One To Marriage – Cersei & Margaery Topic 2: The True Leaders of the North – Sansa & Jon Snow…
Overview The major female characters of the show are featured this episode, and we see their frustrations when it comes to either seeking vengeance, or ruling their empires. Director: Michael Slovis Writer: David Benioff & D. B. Weiss Topic 1: The Rise of Jon Stark – Jon Snow Topic 2: Vengence and Loyalty – Arya,…
Overview Game of Thrones makes its return and, as always, while men scramble for position, women look toward the future for their place and power. Director: Michael Slovis Writer: David Benioff & D. B. Weiss Topic 1: It’s All Show And Politics – Cersei, Margaery, and Sansa Topic 2: The Future Of Our World –…
Overview Arslan Senki’s premiere episode sets an almost perfect foundation for the series. For with their being a culture clash, which leads to war; characters with enough personality to remember their unique names; and there seemingly being only a focus on characters and story, rather than ecchi moments, this series definitely stands out amongst the…
Overview A vampire population releases a virus which wipes out the majority of the human race, who are over 13, and those left alive become blood banks. Though it seems one young man, given a severe reason for vengeance, maybe the one who turns the tide. Studio: Wit Studio
Overview As the team gains the Yellow Dragon, there comes a moment’s peace to plan the group’s next move. Topic 1: Well Hello Jeno – Yona Topic 2: What’s Yona’s Next Move? – Yona Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview With a short appearance from Su-Won comes a moment of reflection for Yona before it is decided that she will leave Awa. Topic 1: Hello to Old Faces – Su-Won & Yona Topic 2: It’s Hard To Say Goodbye – Yona & Jeaha Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview Kumji’s fate is decided, and Yona comes face to face with her destiny. Topic 1: The Final Battle – Yona Topic 2: Short Lived Peace – Yona Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview This episode seemingly is the one before Yan Kumji will face off against Yona and her men, that is if they get to her in time. Topic 1: Patiently Waiting – Jeaha, Sinha, Gija, and Hak Topic 2: Striking Fear Into Enemies, And Inspiring A Nation – Yona & Yun
Overview As the crew of Gigan’s ship get used to the additional help and services of Yona’s crew, she tries to figure out a way to be useful once more.
Overview While Yona is in pursuit of proving herself to captain Gigan, she seems to impress more than just her. Topic 1: Up On A Cliff With Hope, Perseverance, and Ambition – Yona Topic 2: You Like Her, Don’t You? – Yona, Hak, and Jeaha Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview Rejection is a consistent theme in the episode as Yona gets rejected by Jeaha, Jeaha gets rejected by Hak, and Gigan rejects Yona when she finds everyone on her team to be useful but her. Review (with Spoilers) – Below
Overview Red Band Society comes to an end, and while there is happy moment here and there, it is far from epic. Topic 1: Love Will Find A Way – Dash & Mea Topic 2: It Will Be Hard, But You Can Do It – Kara, Leo, and Emma Topic 3: Thanks for Everything –…
Overview As Red Band Society preps for its final goodbye, it tries to leave us with a bit of faith that things will end better than it begun for those we have fell in love with watching. Topic 1: You Got To Have A Little Faith – Jordie and Leo Topic 2: Love Is Imperfect…