September 04, 2024

“Elven Kings Under the Sky," “Where the Stars are Strange," “The Eagle and the Sceptre" Reviews - Season 02, Episodes 1-3

38 minutes

We discuss the three-episode premiere of The Rings of Power Season 2 and catch up on where our key characters were left from last season.

Episode Takeaways:

The first three episodes serve as a prologue for the season, reintroducing characters and setting the stage for the main storyline.

Sauron's long-term plan is to obtain the rings, leading him to the One Ring.

Elrond takes on a more active role and forms an alliance with Galadriel.

The show explores the challenge of depicting the passage of time and the controversy over humanizing orcs. The portrayal of orcs and the humanization of characters is a topic of discussion.

The political machinations in Numenor and the story of Isildur and Beren are intriguing storylines.

The struggles of the dwarves to grow crops and the mystery surrounding the stranger and the dark wizard add depth to the show.

The mixed reviews indicate a range of opinions about the show's quality.

The decision to have multiple seasons shows confidence in the show's potential.

Hosts:

Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil

Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley

Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

“Elven Kings Under the Sky"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström,

Writers: Gennifer Hutchison

Sauron bargains with Adar. The Stranger and Nori venture into new lands. The Three Elven Rings face judgment.

“Where the Stars are Strange"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström, Louise Hooper

Writers: Jason Cahill

Darkness falls over Khazad-dûm. Sauron and Galadriel each seek new allies. The Stranger and Harfoots encounter a growing threat.

“The Eagle and the Sceptre"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström, Louise Hooper

Writers: Jason Cahill

Isildur and an old friend reunite. Arondir grapples with change. Míriel faces rising opposition. Annatar counsels Celebrimbor.

Starring: Charlie Vickers, Morfydd Clark, Robert Aramayo, Benjamin Walker, Daniel Weyman, Ciarán Hinds, Markella Kavenagh, Megan Richards, Charles Edwards, Jack Lowden, Sam Hazeldine

The Lord of The Rings: Extended- A Middle Earth Podcast

Music: Haunting Celtic Soundtrack

Artist: Zac Nelson

Stock Media provided by zacnelson / Pond5

Art: Created by Dylan Blight & Cherie Henriques

The Lord of The Rings/The Rings of Power elements are owned by respective copyright holders at Tolkein Estate & Prime Video.

All Episodes: https://explosionnetwork.com/the-lord-of-the-rings-extended-a-middle-earth-podcast

Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

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September 04, 2024

“Elven Kings Under the Sky," “Where the Stars are Strange," “The Eagle and the Sceptre" Reviews - Season 02, Episodes 1-3

38 minutes

We discuss the three-episode premiere of The Rings of Power Season 2 and catch up on where our key characters were left from last season.

Episode Takeaways:

The first three episodes serve as a prologue for the season, reintroducing characters and setting the stage for the main storyline.

Sauron's long-term plan is to obtain the rings, leading him to the One Ring.

Elrond takes on a more active role and forms an alliance with Galadriel.

The show explores the challenge of depicting the passage of time and the controversy over humanizing orcs. The portrayal of orcs and the humanization of characters is a topic of discussion.

The political machinations in Numenor and the story of Isildur and Beren are intriguing storylines.

The struggles of the dwarves to grow crops and the mystery surrounding the stranger and the dark wizard add depth to the show.

The mixed reviews indicate a range of opinions about the show's quality.

The decision to have multiple seasons shows confidence in the show's potential.

Hosts:

Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil

Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley

Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

“Elven Kings Under the Sky"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström,

Writers: Gennifer Hutchison

Sauron bargains with Adar. The Stranger and Nori venture into new lands. The Three Elven Rings face judgment.

“Where the Stars are Strange"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström, Louise Hooper

Writers: Jason Cahill

Darkness falls over Khazad-dûm. Sauron and Galadriel each seek new allies. The Stranger and Harfoots encounter a growing threat.

“The Eagle and the Sceptre"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström, Louise Hooper

Writers: Jason Cahill

Isildur and an old friend reunite. Arondir grapples with change. Míriel faces rising opposition. Annatar counsels Celebrimbor.

Starring: Charlie Vickers, Morfydd Clark, Robert Aramayo, Benjamin Walker, Daniel Weyman, Ciarán Hinds, Markella Kavenagh, Megan Richards, Charles Edwards, Jack Lowden, Sam Hazeldine

The Lord of The Rings: Extended- A Middle Earth Podcast

Music: Haunting Celtic Soundtrack

Artist: Zac Nelson

Stock Media provided by zacnelson / Pond5

Art: Created by Dylan Blight & Cherie Henriques

The Lord of The Rings/The Rings of Power elements are owned by respective copyright holders at Tolkein Estate & Prime Video.

All Episodes: https://explosionnetwork.com/the-lord-of-the-rings-extended-a-middle-earth-podcast

Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

...more