Has this show gotten any better since the terrible finale of season 1 when I summarily quit watching?
Here is your first serious answer: Yes! There is some incredibly good stuff on TV and this is by favourite program right now. It's amazingly well done. The last few episodes have been some of the best television I've seen.
Has this show gotten any better since the terrible finale of season 1 when I summarily quit watching?
The first half of season 2 is awful and very skip-able. I caught the 2nd half of season 2 during yesterdays marathon and it was a marked improvement. The show seems to be past the 'omg zombies' phase and is moving into the 'now what?' phase that the comics did so well. It still might be a bad show, but it's starting to be more about the things that made the comic great (and unique from the usual zombie fare), so I'm cautiously optimistic.
The first half of season 2 is awful and very skip-able. I caught the 2nd half of season 2 during yesterdays marathon and it was a marked improvement. The show seems to be past the 'omg zombies' phase and is moving into the 'now what?' phase that the comics did so well. It still might be a bad show, but it's starting to be more about the things that made the comic great (and unique from the usual zombie fare), so I'm cautiously optimistic.
It's slow but I enjoyed it and am not even going close to calling it awful, the pay off at the end was worth it IMO.
The first half of season 2 is awful and very skip-able. I caught the 2nd half of season 2 during yesterdays marathon and it was a marked improvement. The show seems to be past the 'omg zombies' phase and is moving into the 'now what?' phase that the comics did so well. It still might be a bad show, but it's starting to be more about the things that made the comic great (and unique from the usual zombie fare), so I'm cautiously optimistic.
So that's why you're seeing a pretty big difference in the first six episodes of season one to the first set of episodes of season two to what has transpired since the season two break. From the sounds of it, they've finally secured a writing team (the one from the last half of Season Two) for the next season and there is a more focused arch for the season. I like the pace and intensity that this group of writers has added to Season 2.5. So I'm glad they are staying on as the project moves forward.
There are some elements of season one which were horrible, but it was easy to forgive because it was a simple transition for an introduction to the whole show. The beginning of Season two was a bit difficult, but I've really enjoyed this last section of the season. Better pace, better conversations, and I like how it's deviated from the original source material. It just all feels like it's more thought out and put together than before.
For those asking about what happens to the zombie if it's head gets cut off...
... it was answered in episode 2 of the first season. Dale had chopped a zombie's head off with an axe and it was still alive because no damage was done to the brain. Of course Darryl finished it off with his cross bow. Obviously, I don't think the zombie is a threat if it can't move, but it's always good to finish it off if you can.
For those asking about what happens to the zombie if it's head gets cut off...
... it was answered in episode 2 of the first season. Dale had chopped a zombie's head off with an axe and it was still alive because no damage was done to the brain. Of course Darryl finished it off with his cross bow. Obviously, I don't think the zombie is a threat if it can't move, but it's always good to finish it off if you can.
I don't know. . . . Having a collection of heads in a bucket that are gnawing at the air and making groaning noises would be pretty cool.
Loved the part where T-Bone is in the truck with two whities and does the "ya.....I think we should just hit the coast, screw everyone else". I'd be thinking the same thing if I had two chicks to myself tbh.
Loved the part where T-Bone is in the truck with two whities and does the "ya.....I think we should just hit the coast, screw everyone else". I'd be thinking the same thing if I had two chicks to myself tbh.
I'm having a hard time coming up with a black guy stereotype to associate with 'the coast'. I'll be sure to revisit this thread when I think of one, though.
As per the realism discussion in this thread, I think there is a fine line between wanting 'realism' and wanting 'good writing'.
Hey guys, I have an idea, I'm going to drive on empty for over an hour without telling anyone in my caravan so that we could potentially siphon some from the smaller vehicles into the larger to transport everyone, or pull over to grab a new vehicle.
I don't particularly want this show to be 'real'. I just want the writing to be better. It seems to be trending that way since Frankie D. got a set of cement slippers.
Finale was good. Lori is awful, character and actress. I will be glad when she's killed off, and I won't be surprised if it's in the next 3 or 4 episodes. I have a feeling Andrea is going to go from one of my least favourite characters to one of my favourites as she transforms from soft and annoying to hard and badass with Michonne.
I was really thinking when Herschel said that he'd die on his farm that we were going to see it. Very happy that he'll continue on in the show. He's the best part of it now, I think, and is the best actor. He's the only one with any goddamned sense in his head (except for the whole keeping a shed full of zombies). Looks now like he's the new Dale; confident in the leadership abilities of Rick, able to read people well, offers sage advice.
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So that's why you're seeing a pretty big difference in the first six episodes of season one to the first set of episodes of season two to what has transpired since the season two break. From the sounds of it, they've finally secured a writing team (the one from the last half of Season Two) for the next season and there is a more focused arch for the season. I like the pace and intensity that this group of writers has added to Season 2.5. So I'm glad they are staying on as the project moves forward.
There are some elements of season one which were horrible, but it was easy to forgive because it was a simple transition for an introduction to the whole show. The beginning of Season two was a bit difficult, but I've really enjoyed this last section of the season. Better pace, better conversations, and I like how it's deviated from the original source material. It just all feels like it's more thought out and put together than before.
The show was pretty hit and miss for me for the first 1.5 seasons, then it just turned it up to the point I can't wait until next season. Its not always the best written or acted show but its worthwhile sticking with some of the weaker moments or episodes to get to the great moments.
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For those asking about what happens to the zombie if it's head gets cut off...
... it was answered in episode 2 of the first season. Dale had chopped a zombie's head off with an axe and it was still alive because no damage was done to the brain. Of course Darryl finished it off with his cross bow. Obviously, I don't think the zombie is a threat if it can't move, but it's always good to finish it off if you can.
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Why aren't the zombies on chains atleast trying to bite Michonne? I understand they don't have arms or jaws, but zombies aren't intelligent, it's not like they'd realize they are harmless and just decide to give up.
Only thing bugging me.
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Why aren't the zombies on chains atleast trying to bite Michonne? I understand they don't have arms or jaws, but zombies aren't intelligent, it's not like they'd realize they are harmless and just decide to give up..
Aren't they? I dunno, that's as assumption that the Zombies in The Walking Dead are restricted to the rules of Zombies in other books and films.
Just sit back and enjoy the show, I don't know the explanation for why these walkers aren't attacking this mysterious woman, I've long forgotten how they explained it in the books, maybe she read to them and they've fallen in love for her haha.
This is too thought out for a Zombie show but I think it's better to forget other Zombie shows and movies, and just let this Zombie world come together.
