Mary & Blake discuss PART 1 of everything YOU had say about to Outlander episode 7.16 - A Hundred Thousand Angels.
In this episode, we discuss a range of reactions, from those who loved the episode and the surprising twist ending, to those who were disappointed or confused by it.
we also chat the handling of certain character storylines, the balance between staying true to the book source material versus creating a satisfying standalone TV experience, and the potential implications of the finale's cliffhanger ending.
Also in this episode:
- The finale episode received a wide range of reactions, from 5+ kilts 0 kilts, highlighting the divisiveness of the twist ending.
- Many listeners, both book readers and show-only fans, struggled with the sudden reintroduction of the "Faith" storyline, feeling it came out of left field and lacked proper buildup.
- There was discussion around whether the showrunners were writing more for book readers than creating a cohesive standalone TV experience.
- The performances, particularly from actors like John Bell (Ian) and Andrew Whipp (Brian Fraser), were widely praised.
- Certain character interactions and relationships, like the scenes between Jamie/William and Brianna/Brian, were highlights for many listeners.
- The potential connection between the "Faith" storyline and the upcoming prequel series "Blood of My Blood" was speculated about.
- Listeners debated whether the showrunners were using the twist ending as more of a marketing tactic rather than a natural progression of the story.
- There were comparisons made to how other shows, like Sherlock, have handled major twists and cliffhangers in their storytelling.
- The challenge of balancing book source material with creating a compelling standalone TV adaptation, and expressed hope the showrunners can "stick the landing" in the final season.
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