The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
10-31-11, 12:37 PM
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Re: The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
Pretty solid episode last night.Some of you probably didn't notice, but the writer of the episode Scott Gimple is a new member of the writing staff. Plus, the director Phil Abraham is also new to the show. He previously directed episodes of Mad Men and Sons of Anarchy.
Lots of suspense and some good character development. Really liked Lori and Rick's conversation about the current state of the world. I thought Rick bringing up the Deer to Lori and using it as a Metaphor to symbolize hope was poignant.
Not surprised that Otis became Zombie food, but I was surprised at how that whole situation played out. To me, I think Shane thought he lost respect from the group and Lori and wanted to come back from this situation a solo "Hero" and use it to redeem himself, especially to Lori.
10-31-11, 02:54 PM
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Re: The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
Okay people, STOP complaining about there not being enough zombies, enough zombie attacks, and wondering why stuff is shot in the dark (so they don't have to get fancy with the makeup). It's already well-known that AMC cut the budget for WALKING DEAD this season, despite the fact that they're shooting 13 episodes instead of six. That means each new episode allows them to spend less than half (and maybe as little as a third) of what they could spend on an episode in Season 1.
That said, am I the only one who totally agreed with Shane's motivations last night? He doesn't do what he does and three people (including himself) are probably dead. I actually hope they DON'T give him the same fate that he got in the comics. He is one of the more interesting characters on the show (while meanwhile, Rick is becoming totally "whipped" by his spouse).
That said, am I the only one who totally agreed with Shane's motivations last night? He doesn't do what he does and three people (including himself) are probably dead. I actually hope they DON'T give him the same fate that he got in the comics. He is one of the more interesting characters on the show (while meanwhile, Rick is becoming totally "whipped" by his spouse).
10-31-11, 03:10 PM
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Re: The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
Wait, are they really shooting 13 episodes for less than they shot six? I thought it was a lower cost per episode they were going for.
10-31-11, 03:23 PM
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They are shooting more episodes at a lower cost per episode, IIRC, it's approximately $2.7M per episode for this season. Season 1 was almost $3.5M per episode.
10-31-11, 03:46 PM
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Re: The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
PS: I've watched every episode and I don't remember Rick getting whipped once by his wife. So great job with continuity buddy!
But seriously, I didn't notice any more night-time zombies then usual and attributed it to the budget. It makes sense, I just figured it was due to the fact that zombies are more frightening at night. I haven't noticed much in the way of budget cuts, but I think next episode's big action scenes will show will fall flat due to the smaller budget. And I agree that Shane is one of best characters in the show.
10-31-11, 03:58 PM
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10-31-11, 06:30 PM
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It's annoying that they're still search for the kid. They come across a tent with a hanging zombie on one of their smaller walks in the evening. Shouldn't they have come across that already as they've been looking for a few days now already and for longer stretches?
I suspected last episode that Shane would kill the fat man, and the head-shaving intro made it obvious.
I suspected last episode that Shane would kill the fat man, and the head-shaving intro made it obvious.
11-01-11, 01:04 AM
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This was a very good episode for a show about zombies.
I suspect this is the beginning of the end for Rick's and Lori's relationship, giving Shane a wedge to step right back in with Lori.
The writers shouldn't have telegraphed Otis being killed off almost from the moment they introduced him. It was a given with a name like Otis and his appearance that he was introduced for zombie food.
I suspect this is the beginning of the end for Rick's and Lori's relationship, giving Shane a wedge to step right back in with Lori.The writers shouldn't have telegraphed Otis being killed off almost from the moment they introduced him. It was a given with a name like Otis and his appearance that he was introduced for zombie food.
11-01-11, 03:04 AM
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I hope I'm not the only one (because it'd make me a heartless sumabitch), but I'm so annoyed by the mom with the missing daughter that at his point, I would be quite content with having the stupid (she IS stupid - very stupid) girl turn up dead, resulting in the mom shooting herself.
11-01-11, 08:15 AM
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I hope I'm not the only one (because it'd make me a heartless sumabitch), but I'm so annoyed by the mom with the missing daughter that at his point, I would be quite content with having the stupid (she IS stupid - very stupid) girl turn up dead, resulting in the mom shooting herself.
11-01-11, 08:41 AM
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Wow, I was not expecting that ending! I expected Otis to cash out, but not that Shane would do that. I think they've really made Shane the most interesting character on the show. The flashback showing him thinking Rick was dead and barricading the room gave us a peek into his character. Watching him watch as Rick came back and took away everything he had fought for and had fallen in love with. Now making a hard choice to sacrifice one life to save himself and Carl. Not saying he did the right thing necessarily, but wow. Great job of hitting some of the morality that comes with a post-apocalyptic world.
I do feel like the Sophia storyline is dragging on waaaay too long. Though it did give us that nice Daryl/Andrea scene. They need to find her or move on soon. Glad the Carl storyline seems to be wrapped up now. The actor that plays Carl did a pretty awesome job this week, and so did his parents.
I do feel like the Sophia storyline is dragging on waaaay too long. Though it did give us that nice Daryl/Andrea scene. They need to find her or move on soon. Glad the Carl storyline seems to be wrapped up now. The actor that plays Carl did a pretty awesome job this week, and so did his parents.
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Re: The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
I hated Shane as a character up until this episode, but I think I agree with most people here that he's becoming the most interesting character in the show. His actions were kind of unexpected, but thinking back to when he and Otis hopped in the truck to go get supplies, it almost felt like he knew he was going to do it then. Daryl's still my favourite (who doesn't love a badass redneck that ISN'T trying to kill all the other people?).
I'm much more inclined to finally read the comic books now (I bought the 48-issue Compendium before Season 1 aired). I don't know why, but when some of the episodes started to disappoint, I became less interested in reading the comics, even though I know they play out differently. Unfortunately, I know the fate of at least one character in the comics, but that's okay.
What's the best way to go about buying issues 49 thru 90 (and beyond)? It sounds like I'd have to wait a minimum of 6 months to get a second Compendium (49 thru 96?), so I'd rather get them some other way.
I'm much more inclined to finally read the comic books now (I bought the 48-issue Compendium before Season 1 aired). I don't know why, but when some of the episodes started to disappoint, I became less interested in reading the comics, even though I know they play out differently. Unfortunately, I know the fate of at least one character in the comics, but that's okay.
What's the best way to go about buying issues 49 thru 90 (and beyond)? It sounds like I'd have to wait a minimum of 6 months to get a second Compendium (49 thru 96?), so I'd rather get them some other way.
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11-01-11, 10:27 AM
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Re: The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
I hated Shane as a character up until this episode, but I think I agree with most people here that he's becoming the most interesting character in the show. His actions were kind of unexpected, but thinking back to when he and Otis hopped in the truck to go get supplies, it almost felt like he knew he was going to do it then. Daryl's still my favourite (who doesn't love a badass redneck that ISN'T trying to kill all the other people?).
I'm much more inclined to finally read the comic books now (I bought the 48-issue Compendium before Season 1 aired). I don't know why, but when some of the episodes started to disappoint, I became less interested in reading the comics, even though I know they play out differently. Unfortunately, I know the fate of at least one character in the comics, but that's okay.
What's the best way to go about buying issues 49 thru 90 (and beyond)? It sounds like I'd have to wait a minimum of 6 months to get a second Omnibus (49 thru 96?), so I'd rather get them some other way.
I'm much more inclined to finally read the comic books now (I bought the 48-issue Compendium before Season 1 aired). I don't know why, but when some of the episodes started to disappoint, I became less interested in reading the comics, even though I know they play out differently. Unfortunately, I know the fate of at least one character in the comics, but that's okay.
What's the best way to go about buying issues 49 thru 90 (and beyond)? It sounds like I'd have to wait a minimum of 6 months to get a second Omnibus (49 thru 96?), so I'd rather get them some other way.
My guess is the second compendium won't come until after the trades, hardcovers and fourth omnibus have come out. So you might have a wait ahead of you.
If you go with the softcover books, start with book 9. Book 15 (which collects up to issue 90) will be out in December.
11-01-11, 10:32 AM
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Re: The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
Maybe Shane is the one who will be making the dark survival choices in the show instead of Rick as in the comics. And that creates more tension between them.
But it was a good scene. We figured it out. Probably from reading the comics.
Just move on, find the girl already. And there still seems to be spatial issues every episode this season. Leaning up against a chain link fence and not seeing the Zombie behind it?
But it was a good scene. We figured it out. Probably from reading the comics.
Just move on, find the girl already. And there still seems to be spatial issues every episode this season. Leaning up against a chain link fence and not seeing the Zombie behind it?
11-01-11, 10:46 AM
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Re: The Walking Dead -- "Save the Last One" -- 10/30/11
It seems like the girl having found her way to Hershel's house would have been the best fix for the little girl story.