[TV] The Walking Dead (*Spoilers*)

[tangosmango]

the first season was good, but the second is going downhill fast. reminds me of a daytime drama with zombies.

agreed 100%.

The only bad episode in the first season was Vatos, but season 2 is just riddled with horrible character development and terrible writing. They took a good show with amazing potential and turned into a 'daytime drama' with no focus on any characters. There is absolutely no development on Carl nor Glen, both of whom were complete badasses and deep development in the comics.

Even the writers forget their own story. We need water, let's forget the big truck with gallons and gallons of water and go find some in a well with a zombie.

Awful editing as well. They kept showing the group pulling up rope, making progress, and then we cut back to Glenn and he's still in the exact same position, almost in reach of the zombie.

You could consider these filler episodes, but come on now, try harder please.

[Muraza]

Don't you think instead of shooting otis he couldve just cut he hand and wiped the blood on a rag, and threw it in a direction they were not headed so the zombies wouldve orgasmed over the smell of fresh blood. I only say this since the black guy cut his arm on a car when the herd was going by and they instantly smelled the fresh blood.

[Fuzzzie]

Don't you think instead of shooting otis he couldve just cut he hand and wiped the blood on a rag, and threw it in a direction they were not headed so the zombies wouldve orgasmed over the smell of fresh blood. I only say this since the black guy cut his arm on a car when the herd was going by and they instantly smelled the fresh blood.

I don't think that would work. Once they realized there was nothing to eat they would continue after the people running.

[Rageissues]

I had that thought too, but like someone else said earlier, the way Maggie reacted to it was like it was someone she knew. She bashed one in the head when going out to look for Lori after Carl had been shot with no problem and watched Daryl shoot it afterwards.

That's a good point. I forgot how she clubbed that one zombie without any fear or disgust. Maybe the well zombie knew he was screwed when he was bitten or whatever, but was too afraid to shoot himself, so he said goodbye to the farm family and left so he wouldn't hurt them... then maybe jumped into the well... maybe...?

[MorTvicR]

So 4 episodes down and this shows has become a modern day Waltons, I was actually Bored watching episode 4 & did we have to watch her take a pregnancy test?

Please just find that little girl and move on...They are really Stretching the Story out

[Halicia]

Even the writers forget their own story. We need water, let's forget the big truck with gallons and gallons of water and go find some in a well with a zombie.

REALLY ? lol.

Even without the threat of being attacked by zombies along the way, who in their right mind would drive a couple miles to get a drink when you have a faucet a couple feet away ?

[tangosmango]

REALLY ? lol.

Even without the threat of being attacked by zombies along the way, who in their right mind would drive a couple miles to get a drink when you have a faucet a couple feet away ?

you would seriously drink water where zombies were hanging around rather than water that is untouched. they go running around the forest looking for that useless kid but they won't get go back for a necessity of life, water?

good writing.

[Muraza]

I don't think that would work. Once they realized there was nothing to eat they would continue after the people running.

Could be just a stall really, get another 10 - 15 feet between them and the pack of em and they could have both made it.

REALLY ? lol.

Even without the threat of being attacked by zombies along the way, who in their right mind would drive a couple miles to get a drink when you have a faucet a couple feet away ?

Why should they use water that is already packed away and ready to be mobile when there are 5 wells on the property. It also should have been obvious to just close the well up to begin with, that zombie must have bled, shit, pissed and drooled in that well for at least a solid week. How you would think that the water is not infected is beyond me.

[Halicia]

How you would think that the water is not infected is beyond me.

Yeah, cuz whenever someone goes to drink out of a faucet, their first thought is "gee, maybe I shouldn't drink this... there could be a zombie in the wellwater".

[slackjawsix]

i think they know they have 13 episodes to work with so why should we work really hard on the beginning... hopefully well see the drama end they move on out of the farm and into adventure again lol

[Elementium]

Yeah.. I'm thinking they created the sophia situation and some other stuff to drag the story on.. they increased the episodes and cut the budget.. they have to take that into account when making the show.

As far as Shane goes though.. Not sure if I like how he went from depressed because he thought he finally had the chick he loved and it was ruined, to straight up murder. I mean up until then I felt for the guy. He wasn't wrong for making a move.. and from that one scene with lori outside the school to pick up carl it almost sounds like she doesnt even want rick.

K..that sounds wicked soap operaish.. also they do need more zombies.

[HeyJoe]

I'm tired of all the moping and crying around the kids' bed. We get it. He's hurt. He might not make it. Stop with the wringing of the hands and the crying to fill a quarter of the last three episodes.

Also... tired of searching for Sophia. It really does seem like filler... and yes, I hated the pregnancy test thing and Glenn and Maggie in the drugstore. I realize it is character development, but it is not at all interesting. See Boardwalk Empire (or just about any other HBO show) for lessons on interesting character development.

On the other hand, I loved the effects with the well walker, and the preview for the next episode... MERLE! Am also loving the foreshadowing concerning the barn full o' zombies. Looking forward to that bit, when all hell should break loose.

[Fuzzzie]

I think viewers need to just be patient. Again its what.. episode 4 of 13 this season? This is what serialized television is.

Plus, there should be a big climax soon. Walking dead season is cut in half. Nov 27th then a 2 month break till February.

[Nazdreg]

I think viewers need to just be patient. Again its what.. episode 4 of 13 this season? This is what serialized television is.

Plus, there should be a big climax soon. Walking dead season is cut in half. Nov 27th then a 2 month break till February.

Wait, what? They are taking a break halfway through the season? They should of just kept it to 6-7 episodes then. lol

[Fuzzzie]

Wait, what? They are taking a break halfway through the season? They should of just kept it to 6-7 episodes then. lol

Acording to the episode guide on wikipedia, yes. Nov 27th to Feb 12th.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wal..._2%29#Episodes

Oh and post 10,000 for me!!!

[Halicia]

Wait, what? They are taking a break halfway through the season? They should of just kept it to 6-7 episodes then. lol

AMC generally (always?) does half-seasons for premiere series... feels like a tease when they hook you, but at least they commit and they get long runs out of their shows.

AMC's about the only non-premium channel I actually give a !@#$ about what they air.

[Muraza]

Yeah, cuz whenever someone goes to drink out of a faucet, their first thought is "gee, maybe I shouldn't drink this... there could be a zombie in the wellwater".

lol i giggled. They found the zombie in there and then tried to remove him for the well without killing it so the water would not become infected, as if it was not infected with it dwelling down there for awhile.

[Roose]

I think viewers need to just be patient. Again its what.. episode 4 of 13 this season? This is what serialized television is.

Plus, there should be a big climax soon. Walking dead season is cut in half. Nov 27th then a 2 month break till February.

So true. You can really tell right now who the fans of good drama are and who just likes to see zombies getting smashed.

All of this stuff at the farm is setting the stage for some serious conflict. These "boring" episodes give you time to better know the characters. Good shows depend on good characters and that takes a little time. It is also why I love series format over movies. Character development is best when done naturally and not rushed. I like seeing characters evolve over time. One reason I find Breaking Bad so amazing. That show has a ton of "boring" episodes that set up plot lines.

Boring/slow episodes are essential to produce a great show. If you want non-stop action this show really is not for you, despite the zombies.

Name some movies that were non-stop action and had a story worth a shit, besides Young Guns that is.

[Collegeguy]

In the talking dead show, someone asked why there isnt any fat zombies. The hosts seemed to have a difficult time answering the question, but it seems pretty obvious to me. Fat people would be the first people to die obviously, so the fact that they can't runaway fast enough means they are eaten. Most people that turn into zombies would have been bitten and then escaped, but if you obviously aren't capable of escaping, then you are devoured entirely. Hence, no fat zombies.

[Zif]

Also tired of the Sophia thing being dragged on.

The thing that annoys me the most though is how fast the zombie's move depending on the situation. When they were being chased in the school the zombie's were practically running after them in the hall. Other times you can escape them by walking slightly fast. Just a pet peeve I guess because movies and tv have used this to create suspense since forever.