The Leftovers
Episode Title: “Solace for
Tired Feet”
Channel: HBO
Director: Mimi
Leder
Writers: Jacqueline Hoyt and
Damon Lindelof
Genre: Drama,
Fantasy, Mystery
Runtime: 60
min
Rated: TV-MA
Original Air Date: August 10,
2014
A lot more intrigue, but it finally
seems like the intrigue is leading somewhere. This episode didn't
really answer many questions, but it might have put the audience on
the path to answers. Kevin Garvey Sr. features prominently in this
episode, and Scott Glen gives a very believable performance. We are
also given some glimpses into the troubles that plague him and
presumably his son. Garvey Sr. is a very troubled man that is,
apparently, much more than he seems.
We are also treated to some forward
movement by several of the characters, breaking loose of the ruts
that the writers seem to have crafted for them. This is a welcome
occurrence, as it finally feels like we might be working towards
something. That something is still unclear, but after half a season
of setting up all the players, and the situation, we seem to be
getting to the 'meat and potatoes' of what's going on.
As the title of the episode
suggestions, a few of the characters gain a measure of relief from
what their lives had become. Whether this will be a lasting reprieve
or not is the question. Despite some of the positive things to
happen to the younger Kevin Garvey over the passed two episodes it is
made quite clear to the viewer that his grasp on the happier aspects
of his life is tenuous at best. Where he's progressing in the rest
of his personal life he's failing at home, and that seems to be
setting up for something major in the coming episodes.
Conclusion:
A solid episode. I liked the work that Mimi Leder did as director,
there were some interesting shots used during conversations, breaking
up the monotony of back and forth close-ups. The story is moving
forward finally, and could be going in a coupe of interesting
directions.
Rating:
7.25/10
No comments:
Post a Comment