“Where is He?” Review – Season 02, Episode 06 [The Lord of The Rings: Extended Podcast]
Where is that big bad Sauron guy hiding out now? Hey, where is he?
Where is that big bad Sauron guy hiding out now? Hey, where is he?
Episode Takeaways:
- The episode serves as a stepping stone to the finale.
- Galadriel’s confrontation with Sauron reveals deeper themes of power and choice.
- The manipulation of characters like Celebrimbor and the dwarves adds complexity to the narrative.
- Ellen Deed’s judgment reflects the struggle between loyalty and truth.
- The orcs are portrayed with more depth, challenging traditional views of them as mere villains.
- The significance of Mythril in the dwarven storyline is crucial to the plot’s progression.
- Despite knowing the lore, the podcast hosts express curiosity about how the events will unfold.
- The dynamic between characters showcases the emotional stakes involved in their decisions.
- The episode sets the stage for a climactic battle in the upcoming episodes.
- The exploration of themes like gaslighting and manipulation adds a modern twist to the fantasy narrative.
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
Where Is He?
Galadriel considers a proposition. Elendil faces judgment. The Stranger finds himself at a crossroads. Sauron’s plans bear fruit.
Directed by: Sanaa Hamri
Written by: Justin Doble
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
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Art: Created by Dylan Blight & Cherie Henriques
The Lord of The Rings/The Rings of Power elements are owned by respective copyright holders at Tolkien Estate & Prime Video.
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Dylan Blight
[He/Him] Dylan Blight is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Explosion Network, an independent Australian publication covering video games, film, television and pop culture. Since founding Explosion Network in 2017, Dylan has written and produced reviews, news, interviews, features and podcasts across the entertainment industry, while overseeing the publication's editorial direction and content.
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Ashley Hobley
[He/Him] As the Executive Editor of Games & Entertainment, Ash uses his sharp-eye to oversee the majority of the editorial work coming out of the Explosion Network.
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