In most cases, the third time's the charm, but in the case of The Handmaid's Tale, the fourth times the charm. In the most riveting episode thus far, we are treated to major revelations, immense character development and above all, yet another magnificent performance from Elisabeth Moss.
Whenever a showrunner wants to make their show more engrossing, they should definitely add some riveting sequences in any particular episode. "Nolite To Bastardes Carborundorum" proves this theory and adds some thrilling sequences, and draws several analogies. The analogies involve the title, a Latin phrase which translates to: don't let the Basterds get you down. This Latin phrase is carved on the wall in June's/Offred's closet room. We find out from a chilling conversation with Commander Waterford that the previous Handmaid who lived in the house carved that into the wall after reading a Latin book from Commander Waterford. What's important is that the day June/Offred finds this phrase carved on the wall, she is trapped in this room because she is being punished. (I won't reveal why) She notices the carved phrase. Throughout the episode, this phrase serves as a reminder to her that she is not alone, and can survive her suffering, thus moving on. This a terrific group of sequences, and are at the same time brutal because we have to watch June/Offred suffer immensely until she realizes that she can survive.
These sequences give June/Offred incredible character development. It moves her storyline forward more so than any previous episode. It gave me confidence as a viewer, that she would only have greater moments like these in the future.
This also provides more fabulous acting from Elisabeth Moss. This is her crowning achievment so far.
This was definitely the best episode, full of brilliant performances, many shocking revelations and much character development. Great work everybody!
Episode 4: "Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum"= 95% -five points taken off for not having a wide variety of storylines, for mainly focusing on only one character
Whenever a showrunner wants to make their show more engrossing, they should definitely add some riveting sequences in any particular episode. "Nolite To Bastardes Carborundorum" proves this theory and adds some thrilling sequences, and draws several analogies. The analogies involve the title, a Latin phrase which translates to: don't let the Basterds get you down. This Latin phrase is carved on the wall in June's/Offred's closet room. We find out from a chilling conversation with Commander Waterford that the previous Handmaid who lived in the house carved that into the wall after reading a Latin book from Commander Waterford. What's important is that the day June/Offred finds this phrase carved on the wall, she is trapped in this room because she is being punished. (I won't reveal why) She notices the carved phrase. Throughout the episode, this phrase serves as a reminder to her that she is not alone, and can survive her suffering, thus moving on. This a terrific group of sequences, and are at the same time brutal because we have to watch June/Offred suffer immensely until she realizes that she can survive.
These sequences give June/Offred incredible character development. It moves her storyline forward more so than any previous episode. It gave me confidence as a viewer, that she would only have greater moments like these in the future.
This also provides more fabulous acting from Elisabeth Moss. This is her crowning achievment so far.
This was definitely the best episode, full of brilliant performances, many shocking revelations and much character development. Great work everybody!
Episode 4: "Nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum"= 95% -five points taken off for not having a wide variety of storylines, for mainly focusing on only one character
