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Agatha All Along Ep 4 - EVIL DEAD Dumb
Published: 13th October 2024, by Andrew Radbourne.
My musings on the MCU Disney + series Agatha All Along episode 5 where they riff on Evil Dead in an unamusing and ...
Greetings everyone,
As I sat down to watch the fifth episode of "Agatha All Along", I was already reminded of the task that lay ahead, four more episodes. Yet again, the series proved to be rather dreary. It's not a trainwreck like "Secret Invasion," but it lacks the spark that makes it truly entertaining. The humour, sparse and often poorly executed, doesn't save the day either.
The episode is filled with drawn-out scenes that feel like fillers more than anything else. Notably, an attempt at paying homage to "Evil Dead" falls flat due to hasty execution. Then, we encounter the "toad in the road" and spoiler alert, what follows is a series of events that lack coherence.
The episode kicks off with the character Lillian having a vision of 'the seven' approaching. The scene attempts to mimic the eeriness of "The Grudge" but fails to capture its essence. Furthermore, the gloomy lighting at the start does no justice to the scene.
As the episode progresses, one can't help but notice a pattern. The show seems to be borrowing heavily from existing content, serving up a platter of tropes without adding any fresh flavour to them. It feels more like lazy writing, rather than an homage or a nod to the classics.
As the episode unfurls, the seven are presented as a formidable threat, yet they are easily vanquished with a simple wooden stick. It makes one question the supposed threat they pose. The witches then find themselves in a new setting, morphed into characters from an 80s horror flick. The plot thickens when it's revealed that while Lillian is psychic, Agatha has the ability to communicate with the dead.
In a rather self-indulgent skit, Agatha channels her inner Mrs. Hart, a scene which leaves much to be desired in terms of humour. The episode continues to spiral into a series of chaotic events, culminating in a barely-there trial, leaving one to question the storyline's consistency.
The episode concludes with a peculiar scene between Agatha and teen, where Agatha's shady character becomes apparent. The episode leaves many questions unanswered, like the sudden disappearance of the character Rio, who was notably protective in the previous scenes.
Agatha's character remains an enigma, oscillating between being evil and compassionate, a victim and a killer. Unfortunately, her character is not likable, and the attempt at a redemption arc seems forced. The other characters fail to leave an impression, and the storyline leaves much to be desired in terms of morality.
The show tries to mimic the complexity of acclaimed series like "Breaking Bad", but falls short. Its storytelling is as complex as a Saturday morning cartoon, and not a good one at that. Despite its attempts to appear mature, it comes off as immature and vacuous.
In conclusion, the fifth episode of "Agatha All Along" leaves much to be desired, from the storyline to the character development. The only thing it does manage to get right is a catchy song that might just linger in your mind, thanks to some YouTube cover. Whether you're playing horror film rip-off bingo or just watching for the references, the series proves to be a lacklustre watch.
Thank you for reading, take care.
As I sat down to watch the fifth episode of "Agatha All Along", I was already reminded of the task that lay ahead, four more episodes. Yet again, the series proved to be rather dreary. It's not a trainwreck like "Secret Invasion," but it lacks the spark that makes it truly entertaining. The humour, sparse and often poorly executed, doesn't save the day either.
The episode is filled with drawn-out scenes that feel like fillers more than anything else. Notably, an attempt at paying homage to "Evil Dead" falls flat due to hasty execution. Then, we encounter the "toad in the road" and spoiler alert, what follows is a series of events that lack coherence.
The episode kicks off with the character Lillian having a vision of 'the seven' approaching. The scene attempts to mimic the eeriness of "The Grudge" but fails to capture its essence. Furthermore, the gloomy lighting at the start does no justice to the scene.
As the episode progresses, one can't help but notice a pattern. The show seems to be borrowing heavily from existing content, serving up a platter of tropes without adding any fresh flavour to them. It feels more like lazy writing, rather than an homage or a nod to the classics.
As the episode unfurls, the seven are presented as a formidable threat, yet they are easily vanquished with a simple wooden stick. It makes one question the supposed threat they pose. The witches then find themselves in a new setting, morphed into characters from an 80s horror flick. The plot thickens when it's revealed that while Lillian is psychic, Agatha has the ability to communicate with the dead.
In a rather self-indulgent skit, Agatha channels her inner Mrs. Hart, a scene which leaves much to be desired in terms of humour. The episode continues to spiral into a series of chaotic events, culminating in a barely-there trial, leaving one to question the storyline's consistency.
The episode concludes with a peculiar scene between Agatha and teen, where Agatha's shady character becomes apparent. The episode leaves many questions unanswered, like the sudden disappearance of the character Rio, who was notably protective in the previous scenes.
Agatha's character remains an enigma, oscillating between being evil and compassionate, a victim and a killer. Unfortunately, her character is not likable, and the attempt at a redemption arc seems forced. The other characters fail to leave an impression, and the storyline leaves much to be desired in terms of morality.
The show tries to mimic the complexity of acclaimed series like "Breaking Bad", but falls short. Its storytelling is as complex as a Saturday morning cartoon, and not a good one at that. Despite its attempts to appear mature, it comes off as immature and vacuous.
In conclusion, the fifth episode of "Agatha All Along" leaves much to be desired, from the storyline to the character development. The only thing it does manage to get right is a catchy song that might just linger in your mind, thanks to some YouTube cover. Whether you're playing horror film rip-off bingo or just watching for the references, the series proves to be a lacklustre watch.
Thank you for reading, take care.
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