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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The 100” season 7 episode 2: “The Garden”

Happy Thursday TV fans! After watching The CW’s The 100 season 7 episode 2, I was reminded that “teamwork makes the dream work,” but oftentimes we still need to see things through on our own.

Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch the latest episode yet.

In last night’s episode, “The Garden,” we finally learn about the anomaly in the past and present. Octavia’s fate is revealed while we discover more about Hope and where she comes from.

My top 5 moments from The 100 season 7 episode 2 are:

“What took you so long?”

Well, apparently time is pretty relative in the anomaly. You can be in the anomaly for years and only be gone on Sanctum for about five minutes. This makes time travel seem like a piece of cake compared to this vortex of uncertainty.

The episode presents us with flashbacks from when Octavia went through the anomaly and also allows us to catch up with Echo, Gabriel, and Hope in the somewhat present or future? Yeah, I’m still piecing that together.

Either way, the beginning of the episode gives us some hope, (pun intended) as Octavia catches up with Diyoza and helps her while she is in labor. We get this heartwarming moment where Octavia sees Hope for the first time and it’s clear that there is an unbreakable bond between this unlikely family.

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I’m glad to see that Diyoza is OK, although her present fate is still undetermined.

“What is it about Bellamy?”

A fair question for sure! Bellamy is just that guy that you can depend on. Even when he shuns you completely, you know that you must have done something to earn that. Bellamy is loyal and trustworthy. Octavia is focused on letting him know that she finally understands and Echo reminds us that she can kick a lot of ass to find him.

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Seriously, Echo is becoming one of my favorite characters. I’m not sure when this happened, but I’m worried about her fate now.

We still do not know Bellamy’s fate, but I think it’s safe to say that if he has this many people asking about his well being, he’s probably OK. Besides, I’m still waiting for my epic Bellarke moment!!!!

“This is my way out.”

As we witness Octavia’s new life, we learn that she has really connected with Diyoza and Hope. Even though Bellamy will always be her family, she has another family now and Diyoza tries to remind her of this.

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However, Octavia is still determined to find a way back to Sanctum to help and warn Bellamy. She tries to swim toward the light, but can’t hold her breath long enough to reach it. After finding a suit that may be able to help her, Diyoza sabotages the helmet.

Diyoza recognizes that Octavia or “Aunty O” is an important influence in Hope’s life and she doesn’t want to lose her.

Gotta say that “Blodreina” may have had a catchier ring, but Octavia can certainly rock “Aunty O” too!

“Welcome to Skyring.”

We have another planet in The 100 realm and it has a catchy name for sure. In somewhat present day, Echo, Gabriel, and Hope try to track down clues and learn that the anomaly may be a bridge between worlds.

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We also find out about the scary guys chasing them who are named The Disciples.

But who are The Disciples and what do they want? It looks like we will have to wait a little longer to find out more information on them.

Hope casually mentions that they will have to wait five years before they can return, but Echo doesn’t think that’s an acceptable answer.

After Gabriel finds a potential code that will help them escape, a deranged man who has been living in Skyring destroys it because nothing can be easy on The 100.

We certainly got a lot of explanations surrounding the anomaly, but it looks like we still have a lot of mystery remaining.

“I understand…”

Once again, we witness the incredible and brilliant transformation of Octavia’s character. The girl under the floor has seen it all. She displayed strength then and went through an unimaginable loss when she watched Lincoln die in front of her.

After that, she trained until she became a fierce warrior and lost herself as Blodreina.

After trying to make amends, Octavia has finally found a peace within her. With Diyoza and Hope’s help, Octavia has finally released the darkness that was weighing her down, but she can’t fully embrace her true identity until she lets Bellamy know that she understands.

She writes this beautiful and moving letter to him, hoping that he will somehow see it one day. She says, “I wish I could see your face and tell you that I get it now.” Octavia recognizes that she might be old or dead by the time Bellamy sees the letter and tells him that she did find happiness and wants Bellamy to be happy too.

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Octavia Blake has truly transformed over this series and I can’t wait to see how it all ends.

Now back to Sanctum in our next episode…

May we meet again.

Stay tuned!

I hope you enjoyed the list and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on The 100 in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

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My performance of the week ending 2/29/20 on TV goes to…

Lili Reinhart as Betty Cooper on The CW’s Riverdale.

I never get tired of watching my girl Betty Cooper stand her ground and fight for the ones she loves. She’s relentless, courageous, smart, and the one person I want in my corner if I ever get stuck in some kind of small town mystery drama.

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When I think about some of my all-time favorite shows on television, I think about my favorite characters and how much they have impacted me. Sarah Michelle Gellar as Buffy Summers, Holly Marie Combs as Piper Halliwell, and Evangeline Lilly as Kate Austen come to mind. I can certainly add Lili Reinhart to this growing list now, as she continues to impress me again and again with her brilliant and inspiring performances.

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Betty Cooper has always been my character to root for against all odds and she is certainly in a tough spot right now, but she can use all the support she can get!

This is not the first time I have highlighted Reinhart’s performance as Betty Cooper and sometimes I feel like giving her the spotlight every single week because she deserves it. After watching season 4, episodes 13 and 14, there have been a lot of reveals and Betty is doing her best to bring down the annoying cronies from Stonewall Prep to clear her name and get justice for her beloved Jughead.

You would think that Betty might be feeling defeated or overwhelmed and yet she is somehow channeling all of her inner strength to keep fighting, refusing to give up. The Stonewall Prep cronies may be smart, but we know that Betty Cooper is way smarter and she will outmaneuver them somehow.

Donna better watch her back because the daughter of the Black Hood is coming for her. As Betty said, she is the “ultimate wild card” and my hero. Betty may be far from perfect and perhaps she takes things too far sometimes, but she has a big heart and is extremely loyal.

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Betty can run circles around the adults in town and I know that she is about to channel her Carrie Mathison like theories to get to the bottom of everything, but I’m still hoping that we can somehow get a Bughead happily ever after.

What’s next for Betty? Well, quite a lot actually. Even though Betty has just set several pieces in motion, she now needs to sit back and wait for the Stonewall Prep cronies to make their next move. I’m confident that Betty will find a way to bring them to justice, but let’s hope that Archie and Veronica continue to have her back.

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Charles seems to be an ally for now, but we know that he has a lot of secrets as well after visiting Chic in jail, so our girl needs to be extra cautious. Either way, I can’t wait to find out what happens next and I know that Betty will continue to light a fire until she can get to the truth.

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My performance of the week ending 1/18/20 on TV goes to…

Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester on The CW’s Supernatural.

If you thought Jared was done shattering our hearts into a million pieces after winning your favorite male performance on television for two years in a row, think again! Sam Winchester is starting 2020 off with a heart-wrenching performance that will continue to linger with you long after watching Season 15 episode 9, “The Trap.”

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Jared Padalecki has this brilliant way of bringing the fans in with charm and compassion. He is so effective as Sam Winchester, making you truly think that he is your best friend. He’s someone to root for against all odds and he wears his heart on his sleeve, which is not an easy thing to do when he is constantly facing angels, demons, and God.

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While all of the performances on SPN are always fantastic, there is just something about Jared’s portrayal of Sam that truly resonates with me. His connection with God put him in danger and yet he still tries to hold on to that last sliver of hope, refusing to believe that there could be a world where Dean would ever give up.

Sam’s loyalty and courage make him a true hero. Even though Chuck wants to believe that there is only one end to the Winchester story, there is no breaking Sam Winchester. His dark trip to the future was revealing enough, allowing Chuck’s plan to work, but Sam is a fighter and he’s not going to give up without reaching into the deepest depths of his soul to make a difference.

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Sam has made so many sacrifices along the way and now he has to pass on a chance at romance with Eileen, but I have a feeling that all of Sam’s good work is going to pay off in the end. When it comes to rooting for the good guys, Sam is the epitome of everything in this world that is worth fighting for. Perhaps he should be taking care of the world rather than Chuck, keeping us all safe from monsters while showing love and understanding to others in need.

What’s next for Sam? Well, we are pretty much back at square one now that Chuck is free, but Sam’s actions did matter, as Dean is the one to remind him that they will find a way. Sam is the glue that keeps the Winchester family together and while it will be bitter sweet to say goodbye, I know that Sam is destined for great things.

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Thank you Jared Padalecki for continuing to inspire us with your moving performances. You’re one of a kind!

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My performance of the week ending 8/3/19 on TV goes to…

The cast of Netflix’s Orange Is the New Black season 7. The cast of OITNB is so incredibly talented and I honestly cannot narrow it down to one standout performance. I really can’t even narrow it down to a top 3 because they are all so compelling. One of the reasons why I love this show so much is because it’s truly about the characters. Everyone has a past and sometimes these characters learn from their previous mistakes and really grow, while others spiral out of control, but that’s what makes these performances so incredibly real and heart-wrenching. **Please note that spoilers have been left out for your convenience so feel free to read on.

I have been a fan of the series for seven seasons and it’s honestly really difficult for me to say goodbye to it, but I think that these episodes will continue to stand the test of time. Each reflection into a different character’s past makes you see them in a whole new light, as you start to really sympathize with characters that perhaps seemed horrible in earlier seasons and maybe you even start to root for them.

Season 7 certainly jam-packs a lot into the final season of OITNB, as we get to see some favorite characters return and explore some new plot points as well. Perhaps what I found the most interesting was seeing certain characters truly understanding one another and bonding now, where we used to witness some pretty ruthless feuds between them before. In the earlier seasons, many of these characters were guarded and divided, but they are now all coming together, recognizing the importance of loyalty and friendship even when all hope seems lost.

What’s next for the characters of OITNB? Well not much since this is the final season of the show, but I am planning on re-watching the entire series in the near future because I was so incredibly moved by all of the performances and I really started to think about each individual journey. It truly was amazing to see how much some of these characters have grown and how scary the world can be outside these four constricting walls.

Even though it seems like freedom is the obvious goal, some of our characters end up facing even more struggles outside of prison, reminding us that the journey of self-discovery is far from over, but it’s important to have the love and support of those around you, even though it may come from an unlikely source. I fell in love with this show when it first aired and each season continued to inspire me. We got a mixed bag of hilarious, heartbreaking, romantic, and tense moments, which kept us entertained until the very end.

At the end of the day, it’s about each and every one of these characters…these strong women who have to continue fighting even when the world is against them. Each character has so many layers and even if you think you have them figured out, they may surprise you, reminding us that it’s never too late to change and that it’s about the small moments in between that sometimes have the biggest impact on us in the end.

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “Riverdale” season 3 episode 22: “Survive the Night”

Happy Thursday TV fans! After watching the CW’s Riverdale season 3 episode 22 season finale, Jughead reminded us of a quote from Arthur Conan Doyle: “Once you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains…however improbable, must be the truth.” But what if the truth is even more frightening than the impossible? Please note MAJOR spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In last night’s episode, “Chapter Fifty-Seven: Survive the Night,” Jughead, Betty, Archie, and Veronica come face to face with the real Gargoyle King, as they are put through a series of dangerous quests that threaten each of their lives. Meanwhile, Cheryl tries to get other members of the Farm to listen to reason and we learn a secret about Alice that could change everything. My top 5 moments from the Riverdale season 3 episode 22 season finale are:

“The true king was you…”

In the beginning of the episode, we cut right to the chase, as Jughead, Betty, Archie, and Veronica end up at some kind of creepy Murder Mystery Dinner Theater. We learn that Penelope “bought” Betty from Edgar after she learned about his harvesting organs scheme from Toni, but is Betty in even more danger now? As everyone exchanges confused looks, we meet two more guests and Penelope reminds them that there are “no masks at the dinner table.” Hal is the Black Hood and is very much alive and Chic is the Gargoyle King. Chic now has red hair and has been pretending to be Jason under Penelope’s twisted orders, but this was a very satisfying reveal. We learn that the true Gargoyle King is Penelope Blossom.

I originally suspected that the King was a Queen, but I put my money on the wrong Riverdale mother, but I was very pleased with this reveal. After all, the Red Dahlia can be extremely dangerous. Penelope reveals that Jughead and the others are featured players because they are all children of the original Midnight Club members and she’s looking to put their parents through the same trauma that she went through with Jason. We also learn that Sister Woodhouse was behind the deaths at the Sisters of Quiet Mercy, as all of the puzzle pieces begin to fit into place. And so the final quest begins…

“I don’t think I ever stopped loving you.”

Even though this episode is jam-packed with constant action and twists and turns, we do take a quick moment for Varchie to have a heart-to-heart talk. Now that their lives are in great danger, Archie tells Veroncia how he really feels about her and she says, “My heart ached for you,” revealing that nothing happened that night between her and Reggie. Varchie fans rejoice! And now back to the action…

“What kind of sick monster are you?”

Meanwhile, Cheryl tries to convince Fangs and Kevin that they are in great danger, but the organs that Betty discovered have been conveniently moved. Cheryl walks into a room and begins screaming, as she confronts Edgar and asks him, “What kind of sick monster are you?”

We later learn that Edgar was the one responsible for the grave digging, as he decided to reunite Jason Blossom’s corpse with his sister. Talk about twisted! Cheryl gets a lucky break when she works with an “angel in disguise,” as Alice finally comes to her senses and helps Cheryl escape with the remaining twin, recognizing that Betty needs help. It’s about time, Alice! Cheryl recruits the Serpents and Poisons and shows up to help protect her friends with her trusty bow and arrow. Go Cheryl!

“I’d start running if I were you…”

The most intriguing part of the episode for me was the actual final quest, as Penelope does not hold back. Jughead, Betty, Archie, and Veronica are left in the nature preserve and stumble upon a series of tests that are life threatening. We get a grizzly fight for Archie, a dangerous game of spin the bottle for Veronica, a battle of kings for Jughead, and a one bullet scenario for our girl, Betty. The trials had me on the edge of my seat, as our favorite characters desperately try to prevail while protecting one another. Penelope is amused and somewhat impressed by their performances, but she is not above taking matters into her own hands.

When Betty is presented with the “one bullet” task, she has to shoot her father before he shoots her and her friends. Betty shoots him, but Penelope appears and tells him that he was always a terrible serial killer, shooting Hal in the head right in front of his daughter. The threat is over for now, as Cheryl and the others step in to save the day and Betty and Veronica get the antidote to the poison from the chalices. Penelope and Chic are gone for now, but we know that things are never truly boring in Riverdale, as we are about to find out.

“To the future…”

Even though we get plenty of reveals during the season finale, the mystery is far from over. When Betty and the others return to the Farm, we discover that “the worthy ascended,” but they left Kevin behind. Alice and Polly are gone, but this isn’t even the most shocking part. An FBI agent comes to see Betty and we learn that Alice was actually an FBI informant, working with…her son, Charles. Charles is very much alive, but will he be able to find his mother now with Bughead’s help?

Meanwhile, Cheryl begins to bond with her brother, Jason. Yes, you heard me right. She welcomes Jason’s corpse back into her home, which is very disturbing. Hermione is arrested for the attempted murder of Hiram and Hiram reminds us, “You don’t even know what’s coming,” which couldn’t be more accurate. What else does he have planned from behind bars? I’m anxious to find out.

The most interesting twist happens at the very end of the season finale when Jughead, Betty, Archie, and Veronica make a pact to keep their lives drama free. However, we flash forward to spring break of their senior year and we see Archie, Betty, and Veronica standing over a fire, covered in blood. They burn Jughead’s hat and say that they will never speak of this. Talk about a major cliffhanger! Stay tuned for season 4 Riverdale fans! I can’t wait!

I hope you enjoyed the list and feel free to post your own thoughts and theories on Riverdale in the comments section below. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

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My Ship of the week ending 3/16/19 on TV goes to…

Betty and Jughead on Riverdale, better known as Bughead! It seems like so many of our favorite couples on the show are drifting apart or ending their relationships, but Bughead still remains strong. I think this has a lot to do with the friendship and support between these two. Betty and Jughead are both far from perfect and have so much drama surrounding them, but they always find a way to work with one another, proving to be loyal through the end. Betty and Jughead also have a beautiful friendship that provides their relationship with stability. They work together on mysteries, which is beyond adorable and I wouldn’t want anyone else on my case other than them.

While this couple does have its share of faults, as Betty has hidden things from Jughead before, they have an epic connection that allows them to compromise and work through their issues together. I was initially worried when Jughead said he wanted to find out more about his mother on his own, but he eventually worked through this and asked for Betty’s help at the end of the episode, “American Dreams,” reminding us exactly why they are the King and Queen of the Serpents. What’s next for Bughead? I would love to see some more romantic and passionate moments with this ship this season, as it seems like a lot of that has drifted over to Choni and Archosie, but there is still plenty of time for us to witness some epic moments for Bughead!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The Walking Dead” season 9 episode 10: “I am Alpha”

Happy Monday TV fans! After watching AMC’s The Walking Dead season 9 episode 10, I realized that sometimes we desperately want to see the good in someone and ignore all the signs around us. Perhaps that person has the potential to be good, but sometimes other forces get in the way. And when that other force is your mother, you don’t really have a choice…or do you? Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In last night’s episode, “Omega,” Henry continues to grow closer to Lydia, while Daryl keeps a watchful eye on them. Meanwhile, the new arrivals try to sneak out and find Luke and the Whisperers make their presence known. My top 5 moments from The Walking Dead season 9 episode 10 are:

“She’s a liar.”

During the episode, Tara and some of the newcomers come across horses that have been half skinned, which have caught the attention of a hungry walker horde. Tara and the others recognize that they had been with Luke and Alden, realizing that their friends have gone missing. Tara does not want to do anything rash that might get someone killed and suggests that they go back and plan what to do next, especially since they don’t know if they can trust Lydia. The leadership role is new for Tara, even though she has been there through it all, but I appreciate that she is honest and to the point. The newcomers decide to sneak out and try and find Luke, which is dangerous after dark. Tara later explains that she would have preferred that they had simply come to her, proving that she has the potential to become a true leader of the people, but is she ready to make the hard choices when they come up?

“Can you stay with me tonight?”

So, the creepy budding romance between Henry and Lydia continues in this episode. Henry believes that Lydia is a good person and it appears that Lydia may be warming up to him, although her idea of a romantic evening out includes eating dirt and worms. I mean, “hunger is a gift,” after all. Daryl has been listening in on the conversation, which upsets Henry. He feels used, but Daryl tries to make him understand that Lydia could be dangerous and that they need to find out as much Intel as they can. After contemplating taking a hammer to Henry on their journey outside the cell, Lydia freaks out when she hears a baby crying and has second thoughts, begging Henry to take her back to the cell. Henry seems really eager to connect, but I wonder what Carol will think when she finds out what is going on. Either way, my “dumb ass Henry” comments continued throughout this episode and I am not shipping these two whatsoever.

“You don’t know shit about me.”

Daryl recognizes the marks on Lydia’s arm and realizes that she has been abused, which is something that Daryl has dealt with in his own past. Lydia recognizes that Daryl doesn’t really belong either, but Daryl does not want to reveal anything about himself to her. Daryl insists that they are changing the world back, but does he truly believe that this is possible? Daryl has shown glimmers of belonging and he can be extremely loyal, but he also does well on his own, which may make him doubt himself. Has he really grown soft or is he prepared to do what is necessary to protect the people he cares about?

“I knew what she was…I knew what she did.”

During the episode, we get a glimpse into Lydia’s past, which starts out at Day 23. Lydia is around five years old and she has to deal with a lot of trauma growing up. Both Lydia’s mother and father begin showing signs of cabin fever, as they remain inside for days upon days. Lydia initially remembers her father being killed by a walker, but later reveals that it was her mother who killed him. Lydia’s mother starts off seeming strong, but she later shaves her head and reveals just how dangerous she could be, warning others to shut their mouths, explaining where the concept of “The Whisperers” comes from. Lydia tells Daryl and Henry that when someone is left behind, the group simply moves forward, but is any of it true? Can Lydia really be trusted at all here? While I sympathize with her traumatic past, that’s really all she knows and intimidation and fear can motivate someone to do almost anything.

“We only want one thing from you…my daughter.”

Overall, there was not too much action going on in this episode. However, the last few minutes were bone-chilling and had me on the edge of my seat. The Whisperers approach the gates and Lydia’s mother steps forward without her mask. She introduces herself as “Alpha” and tells them that they want her daughter back. In the preview for next week’s episode, Alpha eerily states, “wrong answer” when Daryl says that they aren’t going to give her back. What will the Whisperers do to get her back? Are our survivors prepared for a war? Where are Luke and Alden? I think we need Carol to return as soon as possible and it looks like we will see her next week, as I would personally love to see a face-off between Carol and Alpha. Stay tuned!

I hope you enjoyed the list and feel free to post your own theories and thoughts on The Walking Dead below in the comments section. Thanks so much for reading and happy viewing!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The Walking Dead” season 9 episode 5: “I Found Them”

Happy Monday TV fans! After watching AMC’s The Walking Dead season 9 episode 5, the moment we have all been waiting for has finally arrived, but it’s not the moment we truly expected. Please note major spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch yet. In last night’s episode, “What Comes After,” Rick is severely wounded and desperately tries to get away from the persistent walker horde following him, as he slips in and out of consciousness, crossing paths with his friends in the afterlife. Meanwhile, Maggie finally faces Negan and Jadis continues to talk to the mysterious man on the helicopter. Please note that my top moments will all feature Rick, although I would like to point out that Maggie’s conversation with Negan was truly significant. My top 5 moments from The Walking Dead season 9 episode 5 are:

“Goddamn cowboy, you look like shit!”

Rick is still holding on, but is in immediate danger. He desperately tries to stay awake, but his mind continues to slip somewhere else, allowing us the chance to catch up with some of our favorite old characters who are no longer with us. First up…Shane! Shane is my absolute favorite character of the entire series and I was devastated after his exit. That being said, perhaps he knew that he was going to kick some serious ass as “The Punisher” so I guess it all worked out in the end. Rick and Shane have always been like brothers and their reunion picks up right where they left off. Shane even brings up Judith and asks, “How is my baby girl by the way?” Shane has always been the “asshole,” but somehow their friendship is still natural and real despite all of the ugliness and drama between these two. Rick is “looking for his family” and answers, but Shane reminds him to dig down and find the rage within him. He tells Rick to wake up, as Rick continues to fight and try and escape the walkers that keep coming. In a way, Shane represents that anger and rage that Rick has had to release on multiple occasions to stay alive. While Rick has not always made the best decisions because of it, it allowed him to survive. Perhaps he needed a reminder about that now.

“My girl, she’s strong and my grandson…he’ll only make her stronger.”

After scraping by the next obstacle, Rick continues on with his vision quest of sorts and is with Hershel on the farm. The sun is absolutely breathtaking in the sky and everything seems so calm and peaceful here. This scene was difficult to watch, especially since Scott Wilson recently passed away, but Rick has always looked to Hershel as his own kind of personal moral compass. Hershel has always been wise and reminds Rick that Maggie will be OK on her own and tries to tell Rick that he only thinks he needs to find his family. Hershel clearly represents loyalty and family to Rick, inspiring him with goodness and faith to keep going.

“You did your part like I did mine.”

After Rick flashes to some kind of afterlife, surrounded by corpses, he crosses paths with Sasha. Sasha tries to remind Rick that he did his part and that every single one of them gives us strength. Sasha further explains, “We help each other. We make each other better and it never ends.” Rick is still confused and says that it feels like the end to him, but Sasha reveals, “Little things do end, but it’s never the end of everything. It’s about all of us. Your family, they’re not lost. And you are not lost.” This part really resonated with me, as Sasha tries to get through to Rick about what it’s all about. Life is about the people we care about and our actions do matter. We can all continue to inspire one another and even when we’re gone, we can live on in memories and in the lives of those we have touched.

“Because you’re a fighter and you never give up. Fight for me.”

After Rick’s horse finally abandons him, Rick continues on foot and tries to make it to the bridge. He imagines all of his friends coming to his rescue, but he is there alone. Rick creates a conversation with Michonne in his mind, who tells him that she loves him because he is a fighter and never gives up. Michonne keeps Rick’s love and hope alive here, as he continues to stay true to himself and fight. I was surprised that we did not see Carl, Glenn, or Lori at all, but I do think that each character we did see represented a part of Rick, reminding him about who he is and what he can still do.

“I found them.”

As Rick makes his way to the bridge, his friends now finally catch up to him and try to help him. Daryl continues to keep the walkers away from Rick, one arrow at a time, and Michonne tries to run toward him, but Rick tries to tell them to stay away. Rick spots the dynamite and knows what he must do to protect his family. He lures the walkers on to the bridge and takes out his gun, staying true to who he is…a hero. Rick blows up the bridge to save his friends and should have gone out in a blaze of glory. Michonne and Daryl’s reactions were truly heartbreaking, as my own heart shattered as well. However, there is always some kind of twist on TWD. Rick is somehow OK and washes up to Jadis, formerly known as Anne. Jadis wants to help Rick because he has helped her in the past and tells the man in the helicopter that she has a “B.” Again, what makes an “A” or a “B?” I have no idea, but Rick is taken away on the helicopter and actually makes it out alive!

I don’t know about you, but I was actually really disappointed with this. As much as I love Rick Grimes and want to see him alive, this sort of felt like a cop-out to me. Rick had the chance to save all of his friends and leave this world as a true hero. We know that Andrew Lincoln is leaving the show and will now appear in some Walking Dead movies so I guess that’s a positive, but where does that leave the series? To make matters even more confusing, we get a time jump that shows bad-ass Judith saving people from walkers while wearing Carl’s hat. While it’s great to see that she takes after her father and brother, I’m not sure I’m ready to invest in another time jump. I kind of just want to follow that helicopter and see what’s going on with Rick. Either way, the episode was done brilliantly and I appreciated the seamless transitions into Rick’s mind. Rick will always be the very essence of this show for me. We will all miss you Rick Grimes, but I guess we’ll see you soon in your movies! Stay tuned!

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “American Horror Story: Apocalypse” season 8 episode 3: “Surprise Bitch! I Bet you Thought you’d Seen the Last of Me”

Happy Thursday TV fans! After watching the FX network’s American Horror Story: Apocalypse season 8 episode 3 last night, the moment we have all been waiting for is finally here. Are you ready? Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch the latest episode yet. In last night’s episode, “Forbidden Fruit,” Mr. Langdon continues to interview potential candidates to determine if they are worthy to join “The Sanctuary” and discovers a surprising secret about Mallory while revealing one of his own as well. Meanwhile, we learn more about Ms. Mead’s past, Ms. Venable announces that Outpost 3 will be celebrating with a Halloween Soiree, and the Easter eggs kept us focused and entertained. Did you catch them all? My top 5 moments from American Horror Story: Apocalypse season 8 episode 3 are:

“It’s the one day of the year when the rest of the world puts in some effort to be fabulous like I am every other day.”

During the episode, Ms. Venable announces that they will be holding a Halloween Soiree to celebrate. The theme of the party will be a Victorian Masquerade ball and everyone is beyond excited to have something to look forward to. Only Ms. Venable plans on using the party as a way of arranging for everyone to eat the apples delivered from “The Cooperative” at the same time, which she poisons with the assistance of Ms. Mead with snake venom. Everyone deserves just a glimmer of hope and happiness and they scamper off to get their costumes ready. Mr. Gallant hilariously explains why he loves Halloween while he reminisces with Coco about their Michael Jackson costumes from when they were younger. While the party is good news, Coco recognizes that they will probably announce who is going into “The Sanctuary” during the party. She understands that everything has some kind of hidden agenda, reminding us that “the closest thing to a Christmas feast was stew” or does she mean Stu? Sorry couldn’t resist. Either way, the Halloween party will definitely be the most excitement they have seen in a very long time. Although you may want to think twice about bobbing for apples anytime soon.

“Happy Halloween bitch.”

Surprise! Brock is back, played by fan favorite, Billy Eichner. We quickly discover that after Coco left her boyfriend, Brock, he has been living out in the wasteland for all this time. Brock has been exposed to radiation and is sporting some bald spots and gruesome marks on his face that prove he has definitely been through the ringer. While Brock initially seemed to be privileged and materialistic in the opening episode, he has shed that persona all too quickly. Brock has become somewhat of a bad-ass and reminded me of “Mad Max” while out in the wasteland. Brock explains that he is just looking for his girlfriend, but something tells me that he is not looking to kiss and makeup. Brock is aware of the shelter and spots one of the horse drawn carriages, hitching a ride to Outpost 3. Brock makes his way in and cleverly sports a mask of his own during the masquerade party, inviting Coco to dance. Coco mistakes him for Langdon and begins coming on to him, desperately looking for a way into “The Sanctuary.” Only Coco is in for a big surprise when Brock reveals his identity and she asks, “What happened to your face?” Coco tries to explain her actions, but just digs a deeper hole for herself when she compares her love to Brock to her love for sushi, explaining that she had to lock away her feelings for both, which does not amuse Brock at all. Brock brutally stabs Coco in the head and says, “Happy Halloween Bitch,” with no hesitation. While I’m not so sure how Brock will come into play now, we definitely should not discount him, as he has been exposed to the brutal reality outside and is looking for payback.

“Some people just have nothing special about them.”

In the beginning of the episode, Langdon interviews Mallory and recognizes a potential darkness within her. Langdon further reveals more about his own abilities when he says, “I can see into the dark places that people desperately try to keep hidden.” Langdon refers to it as a sort of talent or “night vision,” but it’s clear that Langdon possesses a lot of power. Langdon was not expecting the power of Mallory; however, who ends up setting the room on fire with her mind. Mallory is just as surprised as Langdon, who demands to know who she is. Langdon prides himself on knowing everything about a person and reveals his own true face when he is thrown off guard by Mallory’s power. While we know that Langdon is the baby from Murder House, it now appears that he is the Antichrist. Langdon even performs a dark blood ritual and calls out to his father, who we can only assume is the devil himself. Mallory later confides in Coco and Mr. Gallant, explaining that she thinks she set the room on fire. Coco hilariously asks her if she knocked over a candle and Mallory says, “I think I made the fire with my mind,” further comparing herself to Dark Phoenix. Marvel fans rejoice! This is not the first reference we have seen to Marvel during the show. The song, “Time in a Bottle,” played during an important moment for Mr. Gallant last week, which Evan Peters knows all too well. In X-Men: Days of Future Past, my absolute favorite scene featured Evan Peters, who played Quicksilver and helped break Magneto out of prison while this song played and we saw everything in slow motion. You can watch that original scene here! Think this is just a coincidence? Maybe it is. However, Mallory also rises from the dead or the ashes, just like the actual Dark Phoenix, which makes me think otherwise. Either way, I was truly impressed by Billie Lourd’s performance this week and I am looking forward to exploring more about Mallory and her abilities.

“All people if given the right pressures or stimulus are evil mother fuckers.”

Last week, we were completely shocked when Ms. Mead was revealed to be a robot of some kind. In this episode, we learn more about Ms. Mead’s “false memories,” which all involve Halloween. Hooray! Ms. Mead remembers trick-or-treating as Rosie, the Robot maid, from The Jetsons back in 1962 and even recalls her first date in 1968, when she watched the movie, Rosemary’s Baby, which is definitely hinting at the idea of Langdon’s own existence. Ms. Mead recognizes that these memories are false, but yet they feel somewhat real to her. Ms. Mead prides herself on being loyal to Ms. Venable and is shocked when she turns the tables on her and shoots Ms. Venable, killing her. Even though we initially thought the “poison apple” scheme was Ms. Venable’s idea, Langdon reveals that it was his own and that Ms. Mead is operating under his command. He further explains that he made Ms. Mead to be a sort of prototype, based on someone he loved as a child. Ms. Mead starts to understand the fading memory she has of a young boy, realizing that it must have been Langdon. Who is Ms. Mead based on? We can only assume that Langdon is referring to Michael’s grandmother, Constance Langdon, played by the fabulous Jessica Lange. The pieces are coming together for sure, but there is still so much left to be uncovered. I am absolutely looking forward to it, however.

“Surprise bitch! I bet you thought you’d seen the last of me.”

After bobbing for apples, Ms. Venable invites everyone to enjoy their tasty treats. The apples themselves and the title of the episode scream references to the bible and the Garden of Eden, but no one at Outpost 3 seems to be paying attention to that. The apples are poisoned and we watch the disgusting demise of the characters we have come to know in the last three episodes. When thinking of poison apples, Snow White also comes to mind, and we do see several women come back to life after eating the poison apple. While I was initially upset to have invested so much time in the characters residing at Outpost 3, I was delightfully entertained by the return of three of our favorite witches. The record player was initially playing the song, “Baby I’m a Want You,” by Bread, which you can listen to here! The lyrics that stood out were, “Like a guiding light to help me through my darkest hour,” which seem beyond appropriate for the entrance of some of the members of Coven. The record player changes to the song, “She’s a Rainbow,” by The Rolling Stones, which you can listen to here! Right on cue, Cordelia, Madison, and Myrtle Snow make a grand entrance through the gates and are here to save the day and protect the world from Langdon most likely. They look for their sister witches and resurrect Mallory, Coco, and Dinah. Madison, played by Emma Roberts, delivers her “surprise bitch” line perfectly and we are ready for the fun to begin. Stay tuned!

P.S. fun fact: The song, “She’s a Rainbow,” is on The Rolling Stones album, Their Satanic Majesties Request.

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Ranking the top 5 moments from “The 100” season 5 episode 6: “There is only Wonkru and There is No Place in it for You”

Happy Wednesday TV fans! After watching the CW’s The 100 season 5 episode 6 last night, I’ve learned that the “girl under the floor” is hiding no longer and is proving to be dangerous and ruthless now that she is out in the open. While Octavia may refuse to compromise her role as “Blodreina,” she does recognize the many threats around her and decides to keep the greatest threat of all by her side. Please note spoilers are ahead if you have not gotten a chance to watch the latest episode yet. In last night’s episode, “Exit Wounds,” Diyoza attempts to recruit members of Wonkru with Kane’s help, Clarke tries to convince Madi to leave before she is exposed as the true Nightblood, and Bellamy is having trouble recognizing his sister. Meanwhile, Murphy and Emori finally get the chance to rehash their breakup, while Echo gets a second chance to do the right thing. My top 5 moments from The 100 season 5 episode 6 are:

“That is not my sister.”

In the beginning of the episode, Octavia is beyond furious that Bellamy has brought the traitor, Echo back with him. Octavia doesn’t care in the slightest bit that she is with Bellamy and coldly reminds her that “there is only Wonkru and there is no place in it for you.” Bellamy finally begins to realize that “Blodreina” is not his sister anymore and that she has changed more than anyone could have thought possible in six years. Bellamy continues to challenge her, however; and suggests that “maybe you should fight someone who’s not afraid of you.” Bellamy shows off some of his own newly acquired fighting skills, proving that a real fight between the Blake siblings may be evenly matched after all. While Bellamy has clearly not given up on his sister just yet, he refuses to give in to all of her commands and tries to get her to see reason, but it doesn’t look like he is getting through to her just yet. It makes me wonder what would happen if Bellamy is called out as a traitor and placed into the ring to fight for his life. Would Octavia really let her brother die in the name of Wonkru? While we haven’t escalated to a situation like that just yet, Octavia is clearly making her own decisions without Bellamy’s input.

“This doesn’t mean we’re back together.”

Muprhy and Emori get some much needed screen time in this episode, as they are hiding in the caves of Shadow Valley from McCreary. Murphy still has the electric collar around his neck and Emori tries to come up with a way to get it off of him, while shocking him unintentionally along the way. These two finally get the chance to talk about their feelings and what happened in their relationship. Emori explains that Raven helped her feel important and needed and that Murphy refused to be happy for her, almost expecting her to stay on the sidelines with him. She explained that his actions broke her heart and this seems to really resonate with him. After setting a clever trap for McCreary and his men, Murphy and Emori share a brief moment of passion before McCreary comes stumbling out of the caves. Emori is excited that they have a hostage, but I’m not sure this is the safest plan. McCreary is definitely playing the role of the dangerous psychopath perfectly, but I’m not sure how much Diyoza truly values him, especially when he continues to openly defy her. We’ll have to wait and see how this plays out.

“We’re the only thing that can defeat us.”

Diyoza proves once again in this episode that she is a very capable and intelligent leader. She uses Kane’s Intel to her advantage and has food shipped to Wonkru with an invitation for any of them to join her in Shadow Valley if they abandon Wonkru. She promises that they will not be harmed if they decide to leave and come to Shadow Valley. McCreary thinks that Diyoza should have just used two missiles to make her point, but Diyoza explains that there are farmers and engineers in Wonkru who can be extremely useful. Diyoza is always looking at the big picture and understands that survival can be limited if she doesn’t plan accordingly. While her people may not be as loyal as Wonkru, she has demonstrated that she is able to look at every situation from all angles and perspectives, which is something that Octavia still needs to learn herself. Diyoza understands that even if she doesn’t get many followers from Wonkru joining her, this plan will weaken Octavia’s leadership, as the “defectors” show their true intentions, making survival their number one goal.

“Whatever happens, I know we’ll find each other again.”

This is the first episode in season 5 where we really get to see Echo shine. While there is a steady romance between her and Bellamy, Echo proves that she is fully capable of earning a second chance and making the right decision. Octavia asks Echo to spy for her and to turn in the “defectors,” but Echo has a change of heart. After speaking to some of the “defectors,” she learns more about what they have gone through here and she doesn’t want anything to happen to them. Bellamy strategically suggests that they all defect and explains to Octavia that Echo can plant the flash drive that Monty needs on the ship, which will further their plan. Echo explains that it will be easy to convince Diyoza of this cover story, especially since Octavia announced she was casting Echo out. When Echo is running with the other defectors to the ship, Octavia gives the order for the other traitors to be shot. Bellamy cannot believe that she would do something like this, but Octavia refuses to apologize for her actions. Echo buries the flash drive in a bullet wound, but is in for a surprise when she and the other defectors are greeted by Diyoza and some electric collars of their own. This may make it extremely difficult for Echo to carry out the plan, but what’s important is that Echo has grown as a character here. She understands the importance of survival just like everyone else, but is loyal to Bellamy and is ready to do what is necessary to help. Perhaps Becho is not such a horrible romance after all, but I have to say I am still rooting for Bellarke all the way.

“I know what it’s like to be the girl under the floor.”

Clarke is completely distracted during this episode, as she recognizes the danger that Madi is in here. When Octavia and others ask how Madi survived, Clarke comes up with a cover story that she injected some of her own bone marrow into her to make synthetic Nightblood. While this story may hold up for a little while, Gaia recognizes Madi as the true Nightblood and tells Clarke that it is still her destiny to protect her. Nyla also finds out the truth and Gaia tries to explain to Clarke that Nyla is not her friend and will put Wonkru above her every time. Clarke’s motherly instincts take over, as her only priority is to get Madi out of there safely. She briefly tells Bellamy that they need to find her before it’s too late, but it’s clear that there is a lot that Bellamy and her need to discuss. After all, six years is a long time. Madi’s naivete convinces her that she can trust Octavia, especially after hearing all of Clarke’s stories about her. She goes directly to Octavia and tells her everything. When Clarke interrupts, Octavia is initiating Madi into Wonkru. Octavia tells Clarke that Madi will be under her protection and that she will keep her secret safe. But can we trust Octavia? Even though Madi has no interest in being named the true Commander, Octavia is smart enough to understand that her people will turn on her if they find this out, so keeping Madi as close as possible is a good plan. However, this makes Clarke’s job that much more difficult now. While Madi sees everything through the eyes of an innocent child, Clarke has experienced enough to know a dangerous threat when she sees one.

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