The Orville (Page 7 of 8)

@TheFizza

Thanks. That was an interesting read.

Moze wrote:

I really do enjoy the show and this season, but I wish they could stop repeating the same topics and issues. Lets hope for something else for the last episodes.

I don't mind them revisiting certain topics and issues as long as it's done extremely well; with possible future seasons on the horizon involving new planets or meeting significant new alien species. It almost feels like they're tying up loose ends in case the show doesn't get renewed. My only gripe with this episode is that I wish it came at a later time. Maybe at some point next season? But with a fourth season still unconfirmed, and all but given, I think they wanted to set a few things straight. This is the first instance for me where the show begins to drag somewhat.

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It's certainly an important moment for Topa, but the time she spends having dinner with the colony, speaking with Heveena, and chasing the Luminites into the forest almost felt like an entire episode on its own.

Since the relationship with the Moclans has been severed, it puts everyone at a disadvantage if the Kaylon decides to attack. Maybe opening the door for a future unforeseen ally? Everything really picks up at around the time when Gordon calls out the Moclans for what they are. What follows are some powerful scenes when Bortus addresses the Council. Those were some hard-to-swallow scenes seeing Topa being tortured, and MacFarlane once again showing us he's not shy about going there if it helps advance the plot. BTW, kudos to Imani Pullum for her spectacular performance. Ed Mercer is a mastermind when it comes to dealing with people. Placing Heveena in the exact same situation as she did Topa was just brilliantly unexpected considering the cameo appearance. Dolly helped steer her along as only Dolly could, but Heveena was also smart enough to see the subtext of the entire situation. Well done Dolly, and Ed.

I'm also glad Klyden—played by Chad L. Coleman, aka Fred Johnson—is back, and even happier seeing him have a change of heart towards his daughter and Kelly. Almost losing a child can change one's perspective. Like I said earlier, all of this might've worked out even better at some point in the future, but who knows if there is one for the show? Now, with Klyden back, that hinted thing between Bortus and Kelly makes even less sense. And I don't care what anyone says, the Moclan shuttle still looks like a late '90s computer mouse lols. Who knows? Maybe all of this will lead to a double feature extravaganza for the ages involving the Moclans and Kaylons or Krill to cap off a near-perfect season?

How about those establishing shots of Heveena's islands and that scene of the Orville coming out of the nebula. Sheesh... My hands down favorite hilarious moment so far this season is Gordon's face going from no clue to getting it. "Good job, Sherlock."