I am a firm believer that a story should unfold, precisely as it has to. That means there should be no rushing to the finish line, finale wise, nor should there be any compromises in character growth. Everything should simply feel as organic as possible, and if it takes longer to get exactly where everything is supposed to go, then so be it. But while I’m fine with taking my time and diving into other elements along the way, I know that I am sometimes in the minority when it comes to that notion and for proof, look no further than all of social media when it comes to the current fan response in regard to season five of Fear the Walking Dead.
 
For there is a fair chunk of the fanbase that isn’t enjoying this season in the slightest. It’s being cited as too slow, too cozy and the list just goes on and on. And while that statement makes it seem as though I’m about to set up a grandiose rant about fanbases and their impatience and their demands, that’s simply not the case. Everyone is entitled to have their own reaction and response to a particular story, and I’m not here to scold or rant. Instead, what I am here to do today, is recap a story that quite frankly, worked to fix a lot of the complaints hanging over this season of the show. Because ‘Leave What You Don’t’ was a quality episode that took the time to answer a great many of our questions, and set up some phenomenal conflict, all while managing to stick to its message of unity and hope.
 
But before we get into the conflict and commentary present here, let’s take a moment to talk about some of the questions that were answered in this tale, such as the fact that this episode finally addressed what turned Logan into the bitter man we’ve come to know this summer. And as it turns out what motivated Logan to turn to the proverbial dark side, was a sense of a failure and a lack of hope and a firm belief that he couldn’t do anything good without the help of Clayton/Polar Bear. Because back in the day he joined the cause and left those boxes to help others along the side of the road. But on the day that Polar Bear was abandoned by Sarah and her brother Wendell, things changed for Logan, especially after he was unable to save a life in crisis. And seeing the dead feast upon an innocent soul was more than he could bear, and he quickly gave into a deal that he couldn’t resist.
 
Which brings us back to present day, wherein Logan and his cronies quickly overtook the oil fields and set to work on getting as much gas in the least amount of time possible and unfortunately his rushed operation ended up causing more harm than good. For the flames he and his team stoked, attracted the living dead, and it wasn’t long before they made their way to the camp in messy and violent fashion. And this part of the story caught my attention because it explored a fundamental notion when it comes to zombie themed stories in that, it is our inability to work together that often leads to disaster for humanity. Because every time we pull in different directions or debate endlessly in regard to a problem, that problem takes hold and that lack of unity from Logan’s camp and Sarah’s camp is what allowed for the dead to overrun the oil fields. 

If anything, this entire segment made the episode shift to some supremely bleak places since we saw panic and fear on display once again as the dead roamed about and worked to feed, and that darkness was only further enhanced by a harrowing twist of fate. Because as this battle took place, Strand and Alicia worked to save a life in trouble, one that just so happened to be at the exact same place that broke Logan not that long ago. Which means that Logan was forced to face the past and make an important decision. Either try and help for a change, or continue down his dark path and sadly, Logan failed to rise to the occasion in this moment, thanks to his firm belief that hope is fleeting at the end of the world.
 
But thanks to Alicia and Strand’s efforts, and the good deeds that everyone has performed this season, miracles occurred. For the young lady in trouble was saved at the last possible second by Wes, who has found his way back from the darkness. Plus, Logan was introduced to some of the other people that the group has saved along the way and he was able to finally understand how trust and good deeds engender more of the same and that revelation opened his eyes and prompted him to return to the days of old, where he did so much more for others, and that’s when this episode took quite the surprising turn and revealed that there is a villain out there, that’s bigger than Logan. For in the blink of an eye, Logan’s life and the lives of his team came to a violent end when the young woman who offered him a deal at the start of this episode, returned to deliver the ultimate penalty for Logan’s inability to deliver on the gas.
 
Yet while it was sad to see Logan pass into the great beyond mere moments after he finally found redemption, there was little time to grieve for him. For Virginia and her massive group of cowboys and cowgirls were quick to assert themselves as quite the dangerous force, one that is happy to put down people who don’t adhere to their wishes and well, that put the group in quite the precarious situation. One that Luciana was able to diffuse by offering her services as a fuel master, but what we learned about this group during their brief appearance was fascinating to say the least. Because it turns out that these worshippers of the old west, are well organized and are also looking to rebuild civilization in a new image and well, it’s obvious that conflict is going to brew between these two groups, and it should be fascinating to see how Virginia and her friends respond to the challenge that Morgan and his group will provide her with down the line.
 
After all, Morgan and Dwight have both fought against a group with a similar mentality by way of the war with the Saviors, which means they know how to do some serious damage and won’t bend to her will in the slightest. But outside of that, what a hell of a twist to introduce, and it’s eerie to know they’ve been watching and listening all of this time and that there is more than one group trying to assert authority over the remnant of civilization. And just like that, mystery and intrigue and danger have arrived at the end of the season, and I am truly curious to learn more about this new group and why they believe that ruling with an iron fist is necessary and this really does give new life to season five. For it seems that the struggle between the old guard and the new guard is going to be a focal point in the weeks to come, and as I said earlier, I really do hope people climb on board with this new idea because the conflict that so many fans crave, has finally arrived. Until next time. 

​Looking for inspiration is nothing new. Artists of all types need to find a way to keep their gears going and come up with new and inventive ideas. While some are able to depend on their friends, family or fans to inspire them, others just need to get away from it all. Leaving the familiar confines of home and traveling around is a great way to see new things, along with meeting new people. Everyone has their own methods and one thing that I always say, if you find something that works, don’t go changing it.

John Davies is looking for something more than a holiday, he is looking to get away. Being a screenwriter in the horror genre, he is in need of someplace quiet and away from the world. Finding a perfect house to rent for the next six months, John is happy with the area and the seclusion that he will be able to find staying there while working on his next story. But John is hit with some news that is a total surprise to him, there is another tenant in the house that will be living with him.

Being thrown for a loop, John is upset about the situation and demands to know why this information was not disclosed in the ad. After being promised that the woman living on the top level is not a nuisance and will hardly ever be seen around the house, John accepts that he will not be alone and accepts the deal. While getting settled in the house, John knows he has made the right decision, but whenever he is not looking, there is someone lurking in the shadows. Knowing that he is not alone, John pays little attention to the strange things that are happening around the house, as a record player gets turned on every night, or a doll from the extra bedroom is moved around the home, as he thinks this is being done by his roommate. But his attention is quickly averted from even worrying about this when he meets his neighbor, Cassie Konrad.

At first sight, John knows that he wants to spend as much time as possible with Cassie and the two wind up in each other’s company more often than not. But John still wants to meet the other tenant in the house and when he enters the empty room above him, he finds that it barley looks lived in, but the occurrences around the house start to get stranger and when asking Cassie about what she would do, the young woman is not able to give a full answer but recommends that he tries to contact the deceased in the house. Getting an Ouija board, John tries to contact the ghosts that haunt his current home and although the session starts off nicely, everything starts to go downhill quickly as he starts to ask the right questions that warrant more of a response than just a glass moving.

Well, this movie kept me guessing until the end about what was really happening and that is a good thing. I did enjoy how the story played out, even during the down times of the story and it had a couple scenes that make me cringe a bit. I will admit that the cinematography was very good as some of the shots made me believe I was watching something completely different. I am still trying to decide if I just liked this movie, or if I really like this movie, and I think it will require a second viewing to make sure one way or the other. Something that I do like about the smaller cast horror movies is that the cast actually has to act in order to carry the story and in this movie they did just that. Stay Scared.

Knowing someone is the most important thing in a relationship. If they are hiding something from you, or refuse to tell you about their past, their secret could be not only troublesome from themselves, but for you as well. Being open in a relationship is the only way to make sure that it works, so you know that the person loves you for you, even with all of the mistakes that were made in the past, if your love is strong enough, it is forgive and forget.

Bea and Paul have just gotten married and it is the greatest thing to happen to both of them, ever. Talking about their love on the wedding tape, it is easy to see how much the two are destined to be together and there is nothing, not even money, that can get in their way. Venturing up to Bea’s childhood cabin for their honeymoon, the two are able to explore every aspect of each other without being interrupted. As the trip begins, there is nothing to keep the two from doing what they want as their lives have now officially started.

Even though the water in the lake is extremely cold and the two are not able to go for their first married swim together, Paul has a great idea to head down in the early hours of the morning to catch some fish to make the prefect breakfast for his bride. When packing up and heading down to the lake, Paul finds out that his alarm went off several hours too early and decides to head back to bed, but noticing that Bea is missing from the bedroom, he gets very concerned. Searching around the house, Paul is not able to find any trace of his wife, but thinking she is playing a joke on him, he prepares to give up. But his love is much too strong to let her be away from him for any amount of time and he ventures out into the woods and finds Bea standing naked, just off the lighted path. 

Carrying her back to the cabin, Paul is concerned about her well-being as she has never vanished like this before in the years they have spent together before they were married. Bea assures him that she is okay, but her body is freezing, and she has a strange bite on her thigh. Being convinced to go to bed, Paul tries to keep a close eye on his love to make sure she is all right and when he awakens to find her cooking breakfast for him, he sees that there is something wrong with his wife. As Bea is cooking her signature meals, she is missing out on the essential parts of what makes them work and Paul takes quick notice of this. Wanting to take her to the doctor to see what is wrong, Bea refuses and is able to distract him from what is happening to her, but she is only able to keep her secret hidden from him for so long.

Quite the story, I must say. I have been waiting to see this movie for several months after seeing it listed on IMDB and I am far from disappointed. The trailer had me hooked as it looked like a common love story gone wrong, but there is much more to it as there is something trying to keep the couple apart. Great performances by both Rose Leslie and Harry Treadaway as they both have to bring their all to the screen since they really are the only ones in every scene. The character of Bea is pretty dynamic as she has to be the world’s best wife, then grows more and more distant from her husband as time goes on and makes it a point to not to let him know that anything is wrong with her. Meanwhile Paul’s character has to find out what is happening to his wife and do whatever he can in his power to make it all right. Both of the characters have to grow by leaps and bounds to make this story work, and I think they both did a fine job in doing so. But don’t forget, this is a horror movie and there is an outside influence trying to keep the couple apart, and it was not what I expected at the beginning. Stay Scared.

What I've always found fascinating about the horror genre, is the fact that it has always been perfectly synced with the times. Our world, our culture and our strife are wonderfully encapsulated into moments of terror and in a way, that makes classic horror films their own disturbing time capsule. But the downside to such structure is that horror in a way, is not generational. You can't pop in a DVD of Dawn of the Dead and expect a younger fan to instantly be sucked in like they would with films from other genres because of the fact these gory little slices of history, are indeed a touch dated. But once in a great while, a horror film does come along that manages to transcend the test of time, as was the case with the original 1990 release of It. 

I say that, because 1990's It used a wonderful blend of Americana and outright fear to transcend the 'dating' issues that other horror films suffer from and the end result of that wonderful mix is a modern classic that fans across generations have enjoyed. But the only drawback to that film is that it never quite unleashed its true potential, because with it being a television miniseries, it was heavily censored, and while it pushed the envelope and paved the way for modern horror on T.V., I think we've all wondered what Pennywise would be like on screen without any constraints and thankfully, 27 years after the original aired on television, a remake that allows for a pure and unfettered visual interpretation of Stephen King's wildly popular novel has arrived at last and let me tell you now, the 2017 iteration of It, is nothing short of magnificent.

This is an absolutely terrifying horror film through and through because it truly goes to the darkest recesses of our imagination. The things we feared as children, and the things we fear now come to life in this motion picture and these unsettling and disturbing visuals will leave you uncomfortable and squirming in your seat as you watch them play out before your eyes and all of these scares work for one reason and one reason alone...Actor Bill Skarsgård's incredible portrayal of Pennywise the Dancing Clown. His Pennywise stands on its own, to the point where a comparison to Tim Curry's version of Pennywise is an utter waste of time. Because Bill has created something new and chilling. This interpretation of Pennywise removes any trace of the 'humanity' by way of joy we saw in the previous film. This clown is truly a predator, one that enjoys the thrill of the hunt and the taste of its fearful prey over anything else.

However, once you get past the bone chilling scares and powerfully disturbing Pennywise, there's a few surprises to be found in this film as well. First and foremost, this film injects some serious life into the characters by making The Losers Club supremely relatable to the audience. The awkwardness of high school is something all of us recall and in a short period of time we are taken back those goofier moments in our lives and the diversity of the quirks from the aforementioned club allow for us to instantly tie ourselves to one or all of the characters. Yet, part of the magic of this voyage back in time is also the fact that this film does a fine job of reminding us of how tough it was to be a kid. We can all recall a moment where we felt as though a particular adult, or adults in general treated us with disregard because of our age and that's brought back to life in this film. 

But truly, the centerpiece of It, and what makes this film so magical, is the raw coming of age story that it turns out to be. By interspersing a killer clown between segments that reflect our youth and our past, we bear witness to the tough moments when these kids are forced to grow into something more. They have to fight their fears, and deal with a world full of cruelty and evil, and a thing from beyond that wants nothing more than to eat them, and seeing all of that play out on the silver screen, and seeing them slowly overcome those challenges is quite satisfying indeed and really, this kind of storytelling, and the feelings it evokes, instantly reminded of me of when I read the original novel many, many years ago, making this film a faithful envisioning of King's work and I'm thankful that the powers that be included this powerful piece of storytelling, rather than just giving us an outright slasher flick.

Which means that when you combine all of those elements together, you're left with quite the emotional experience when it comes to this film, with a focus on fear for certain, since there were genuine screams of terror in the theater I was sitting in and there was a definite sense of dread that washed over me when I realized there was a fair chance that something bad was about to happen and when all is said and done, I loved this motion picture. It's truly one of the finest horror films I've seen in recent years and I hope other horror properties, be them original or remakes such as this, take a page from this story and provide us with a complete experience, one that focuses on a quality story over the gore and easy scares and one stays with you long after the film has come to an end. But in the meantime, go out and see It as soon as you can, you'll be glad you did and in doing so, you'll help send a message to the horror industry that you want to see more quality horror such as this on the big screen.

There are a lot of reasons that we tune in to horror themed television shows. It could be for the social commentary that the genre provides, or it could be because a particular cast member has joined the show in question, or because the plot has piqued one’s overall interest. But while our individual reasons for watching may vary from series to series, there is one reason above all else that we enjoy these shows; because we want to be completely and utterly terrified, and tuning into every single episode is the only way we discover exactly how scary the series in question is going to be. And while often times a scary show on T.V. does just enough to unsettle us since hey, it’s television and it is supposed to appeal to everyone, sometimes a particular series throws caution to the wind and goes all out when it comes to the scares.
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Case and point, AMC’s The Terror: Infamy. Because for some time now I expected this saga to be much like its predecessor, filled with peaks and valleys when it comes to the ugly stuff in question and it has indeed lived up to that expectation, all while offering up some fascinating commentary on race relations in modern America. But this week’s episode of the series surprised me to say the least. For ‘Weak Are Meat’ ended up being a true clinic in scary storytelling since it took the time to unleash unsettling horrors upon the audience, the kind that quite frankly left me in silence when this episode came to an end, and truly the biggest surprise when it comes to this particular tale, is the sheer fact that this raw sense of terror came out of the blue since the episode started off in the most traditional of fashion.

For this story once again took the time to explore what life was like within the Internment Camps of World War II, and once again the one central to this story, was filled with ups and downs as everyone tried their best to survive in this strange and uncomfortable environment, and thanks to the Yurei, that was constantly made difficult. Because her twisted machinations took more lives, with an emphasis on American soldiers this time around, and that put the Major on alert and prompted more violations of privacy and joy. And while the good people of the camp dealt with that problem, Chester dealt with the specter of the specter in Guadalcanal, along with the deep-rooted disdain of the Japanese in that period in time since he was surrounded by American soldiers who questioned his loyalties and his abilities. 

Which truly made it seem as though it was time for more commentary, followed by some genuinely eerie moments. But that’s as far as this tale went when it comes to the structure it established. For once Chester was able to decipher the location of a missing sergeant, his safety came into question. For the Yurei possessed the sergeant in question, and the men felt the need to punish Chester for the actions of the Japanese soldiers that captured their brother-in-arms in the first place, which led to an uncomfortable and disturbing showdown in the middle of the night, where prejudice was brought to an end with fire when the sarge used a flamethrower to murder his own troops, supposedly all in the name in the name of Admiral Takahashi.
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Yet while all of that was creepy in its own right, it paled in comparison to what happened within the camp. For the time drew near for Luz to give birth to a pair of twins, something that brought the Yurei great joy. But a complication led to the twins arriving as stillborn, and that brought about the Yurei’s fury and in a horrifying sequence of events, she seemingly revealed her true form to the Doctor and made him pay for not doing more to save the children, forcing the audience to watch his untimely and painful end. And really, while it’s fine to recount these moments in written word, it’s difficult to properly recapture their horror simply because how they played out on screen was horrific perfection. For everything bad that happened felt akin to a nightmare and the Yurei’s power and influence over others brought about a sense of inhumanity and that’s what truly made what happened so horrifying.

Because these poor souls resembled wild animals, and the monsters that haunt our greatest fears and well, this little twist was brilliant in so many ways. For by letting loose and drenching the story in terror, this series has surpassed its predecessor when it comes to the scare factor. But more importantly the sense of safety that horror often features has been eliminated from this particular tale. Because the Yurei’s fury knows no bounds and her reach is seemingly infinite, and now that she is angry, no one is safe and well, I really loved this episode when all is said and done. For this was horror at its finest since it pulled out all the stops to bring genuine fear into our hearts and I get the feeling that this was just the bare beginning when it comes to this style of storytelling and I have to admit that I’m quite nervous and excited to see what scares await us in the weeks to come as the Yurei continues to make her presence known. Until next time.    

When it comes to horror, there seems to be a general consensus that in order to make a scary movie successful, there is certain criteria that a horror film must follow. It should be in theaters, where scares can be served in the dark and it should be gory and unfettered and bleak, so that the audience goes through a tough and terrifying experience, and for the most part, this checklist works pretty darn well.  

We've all been privy to some incredible experiences in cinema when it comes to horror, and we've all had to put our popcorn down from time to time once the guts begin to flow. But, the beauty of horror is that the right story, in the right hands can be successful in any medium. Be it radio or television, horror as a whole is about igniting our imagination, letting our minds run wild to feed our darkest fears and the films that accomplish this on a minimalist basis, are perhaps the most brilliant and terrifying horror films of all, since these are the movies that stay with us long after they've ended and force us to check under the bed at night. 

These films are of course far and few between, but in 1990, a grand experiment on television paid off when ABC decided to adapt a Stephen King novel for the small screen, It. This decision would of course be the beginning of many years of King adaptations on television, but this one was important to say the least because well...it's a damn scary movie, one of the finest I have ever seen quite frankly because of what we just discussed a moment ago, it's a minimalist horror film that left everyone shaking in their boots when all was said and done because it preys upon the worst fears buried deep in our imaginations plus it gave life to perhaps one of the greatest villains/monsters in the history of the genre. 

​Yes, Pennywise the Dancing Clown is outright a perfect villain in fact. It is a being that is bound to no morals or logic. It only knows that It wants to feed, It knows what its perfect prey is and how to get it and the fact that this evil being is a force of nature that does whatever it needs to do to survive is the first element that makes this film and this story so incredibly bone chilling, because by having a monster that one cannot reason with, that will stop at nothing to get what It wants...removes any sense of hope or safety for the audience. Plus...there's the whole clown thing and I've had several people tell me over the years that Pennywise is the sheer reason why they hate clowns to this day.  

But it's what Pennywise does to his victims that is outright special. This is a creature that yes, plans to eat you, but will play with its food before it does. The need to draw the deepest and darkest fears out of Its victims is a stroke of genius, since it takes the audience on a journey through their own mind as well and that's where It is so incredibly successful as a horror film. As a viewer, part of you is wondering while you watch, what awful things Pennywise would make you face, allowing you to bond with the Losers Club instantly and more importantly, the fact that this film was designed to air on television only, worked to its advantage. There's only a touch of gore in this film, and a handful monster themed effects, but at no point do you feel comfortable here because so much of the film relies upon our mind. The awful things happening off screen, well we let our brains fill in the blanks there, and those are the images that haunt us when the lights go out at night.

If anything, It is damn near a perfect horror film, and one that aired on prime time television to boot. Sure, it's a little dated here and there, but who cares? This is about the experience, and terror is what you get when watching this film and before we wrap up...can we take a moment and discuss the fact that Tim Curry is just an amazing actor? I mean really...Pennywise would not have worked with anyone else in that clown suit because the man just oozes evil on screen and it's a performance that is truly one for the ages. Either way, this is a must own film, simply because it is a modern classic, one that has withstood the test of time and it is a rare treat since it is one of those few horror films that will instantly transport you back to that all important first viewing, when your heart was racing in sheer terror once Pennywise flashed that incredibly sly and evil smile...

Faith is something that is supremely important to each and every one of us. Simply because, we all need something to believe in, and while some put their faith in themselves and nothing more, there are plenty more out there who wish to believe in something bigger and hold dear to the notion that something far more powerful in the universe is guiding their steps and their destiny and will step in and save them and/or help them when needed. It’s why we see folks in need turn to prayer and the church when the going gets tough and you’ll never be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t say that God, or whatever deity they worship, wasn’t with them every step of the way to help them through their darkest hour.

But while faith in the unknown has its genuine merits for so many, one can never forget that faith can indeed be broken and rattled. Because for every person who says that their religion and their God is what saved them from the darkness, there are plenty of other people who walked away from their faith when they saw or experienced something that made them question what they had committed to. But while the exact reason that someone walks away from faith and religion is often specific to the individual, one grand question remains as to whether or not we can ever believe in such matters again once we’ve given up on it, and that’s oddly enough something that Fear the Walking Dead felt the need to explore during this week’s episode, in subtle and fascinating fashion, by putting one of the show’s characters on shaky ground mentally.

For ‘Ner Tamid’, saw Charlie at her breaking point, thanks to the breakneck pace that June was demanding from the group, and not being able to get comfortable or feel a sense of safety was more than she could bear, to the point where she ran away from the group and found herself in the most unlikely of places; a synagogue. Because at this point in the zombie apocalypse, there’s not much need for the comfort of a place a worship, but this particular place was special in its own right. For behind the doors of the temple, was a kind Rabbi named Jacob Kessler, who was going the extra mile to quite literally keep the faith going as the dead walk the earth and his dedication to something bigger in this grand time of crisis caught Charlie’s attention like never before.

Because the man was grounded in a belief of genuine hope, and since he had worked so hard to keep the temple and the word of God safe, she felt as though he could in turn keep people safe and this seemed like the right place for the group to settle down and call home. But as is always the case in this universe, nothing is quite what it seems and the grand reveal that Rabbi Keesler was harboring a small herd of the dead is what brought about the grand exploration of faith in question. For we came to learn that Jacob lost his when the end of the world arrived, because seeing death come to an end spoke to a world that God had in essence forsaken, and the only way to maintain a sense of sanity or function with his primary purpose in life gone, was to go through the motions and keep his congregation safe and keep preaching the word of the Lord and this was a fascinating idea to say the least.

After all, it’s rare to see a man of faith feel as though he dedicated his life to a lie, but that’s really what his journey came down to in this tale and while this more or less explains how one loses their faith, the show didn’t forget about the question it posed, as to whether or not we can get it back. As it turns out, the answer is yes, because Jacob started to believe once again that perhaps good can exist in this world thanks to everyone that he met in this tale. For Charlie’s belief in him and his abilities to engender faith in others allowed for him to believe that perhaps he survived the end times to serve a greater purpose, and seeing genuine kindness from John and June made him wonder if perhaps he was looking in the wrong place all along when it comes to finding the faith we’ve lost and honestly, I really dug this exploration as a whole.
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Because at no point was it ever heavy handed, nor did it speak to a need for religion in one’s life. It simply examined how faith is important to all of us, that we truly do need something to believe in, whether it be other people or an institution of some kind. And if by chance we’ve lost sight of our faith, or feel as though we are lost, all we need to do is take a moment and look at the world around us and find the beauty that’s already present in everyday life and that, really is quite the unique message to have in the middle of a horror story. After all, the zombie apocalypse is all about blood and guts and death and doom, so to see the story keep working toward something positive is fascinating to say the least because I simple cannot recall a zombie story that has tried to accomplish something similar.

But a joyous finale may still elude this season’s storyline after all. For in-between discussions of faith and a grandiose search for it, Logan and his buddies were working on quite the plan, one that involved scaring the living crap out of the convoy. Because they were tailing Dwight and Sarah for a better part of this episode in menacing fashion, prompting both of them to believe that Logan’s cronies were ready to seize the tanker and that they would eventually make their obligatory demands to learn of the oil fields location. But this was nothing more than a ruse, for Logan’s plan to obtain information about said fields on the tapes worked like a charm and he’s found what he’s looking for, meaning that a showdown for the oil awaits and let’s be honest, this likely will not end in peaceful fashion.

However, before the bullets and the blood begin to fly, we can at least find comfort in this surprisingly cheery tale. One that explored an aspect of the human condition that this universe tends to shy away from. For this one really pointed out that it’s not enough to just survive in this world, we need to feel a sense of purpose, and we need something to believe in, and it’s a wonderful thing that the series didn’t offer a specific directive on what we should be looking for in life so the audience didn’t feel boxed in and uncomfortable. But all that loveliness aside, it would seem that the philosophy and good vibes are coming to their end. Because a small skirmish with Logan is on the horizon and the future of so many now hang in the balance and it should be interesting to see how this fight for the oil will play out and whether or not everyone will survive to see another day. Until next time.