Literally Andrew Lincoln deserves some kind of Oscar for his acting skills enough said great episode.
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luckyllamaking25 June 2021
Exile on the horizon?
LiamCullen623 March 2015
Warning: Spoilers
This episode was slow at first - as some have been quick to point out and criticise - however, this gradual buildup was absolutely fundamental in making the action at the end of the episode significant.
From the beginning of the episode, we are able to get a sense of our survivors being on the edge: Michonne and Rick both are sitting on the fence, unsure which side to jump over to, knowing that once they make their leap of faith there is no turning back.
For Michonne, we see this as she's struggling in her bedroom to deal with the loss of yet another member of their group - Noah. She lays her clothes on the bed (old clothes and new uniform), and she chooses to leave her uniform behind when Tara tells her of Sasha's disappearance. This symbolises her prioritising Sasha and their old group over Alexandria and her new duties that come with it; however, no sooner do we begin drawing conclusions about this decision of Michonnes does Tara point out when they are looking for Sasha that she left her Katana behind - something she's never done before. This is our indication that Michonne has not yet made her decision, and that she is not completely committed to the old group as we may have initially believed her to be.
For Rick, we see him, too, struggling with his instincts against his responsibilities which he has in Alexandria. His gut is telling him to go and kill Pete, because we all know it's for the best because he's going to continue to beat his wife. But he cannot allow his gut instinct to take over because of his role in Alexandria of authority and responsibility. He has to set an example and be mindful of the law - whatever that may be in this apocalyptic world... Alas, it is no surprise to us when at the end of the episode he is pushed by Pete to his breaking point, at which point he makes his decision and fights back, intending to kill Pete.
Their fight is interrupted three times: by Jessie, Carl, and Deanna. Jessie is swatted away by Pete - no surprise there. But what does surprise us is that Rick similarly swats away Carl. This highlights to us just how similar these two characters are, thus painting Rick in a much harsher and more unforgiving light. It makes it hard for us to sympathise with Rick when he's making his pleading to Deanna - and the gun in his hand, wild look in his eyes and blood smeared over his face obviously don't help very much either.
In the end, it is Michonne who finally shuts Rick up. She, too, makes her decision when she whacks him on the back of the head, knocking him out cold. And we see her wearing her Alexandria uniform, symbolising that she's decided to embrace her role at Alexandria and has done what Deanna wanted.
It is clear that the gradual development is essential to the climax of the episode. There would have been no breaking point for Rick had things not escalated steadily. Just as a roller-coaster does not immediately drop, this episode does not immediately immerse us in action.
Thus our two leading characters from our old group are juxtaposed: one seems to have committed to their new home, and one is still unable to accept the new place for what is is and intends to change things - with or without consent. This leaves us in an interesting situation which will surely delight us with a fantastic season finale.
Will Rick be exiled? Will there be a revolution in Alexandria? Or worse: will we see a repeat of Woodbury?
From the beginning of the episode, we are able to get a sense of our survivors being on the edge: Michonne and Rick both are sitting on the fence, unsure which side to jump over to, knowing that once they make their leap of faith there is no turning back.
For Michonne, we see this as she's struggling in her bedroom to deal with the loss of yet another member of their group - Noah. She lays her clothes on the bed (old clothes and new uniform), and she chooses to leave her uniform behind when Tara tells her of Sasha's disappearance. This symbolises her prioritising Sasha and their old group over Alexandria and her new duties that come with it; however, no sooner do we begin drawing conclusions about this decision of Michonnes does Tara point out when they are looking for Sasha that she left her Katana behind - something she's never done before. This is our indication that Michonne has not yet made her decision, and that she is not completely committed to the old group as we may have initially believed her to be.
For Rick, we see him, too, struggling with his instincts against his responsibilities which he has in Alexandria. His gut is telling him to go and kill Pete, because we all know it's for the best because he's going to continue to beat his wife. But he cannot allow his gut instinct to take over because of his role in Alexandria of authority and responsibility. He has to set an example and be mindful of the law - whatever that may be in this apocalyptic world... Alas, it is no surprise to us when at the end of the episode he is pushed by Pete to his breaking point, at which point he makes his decision and fights back, intending to kill Pete.
Their fight is interrupted three times: by Jessie, Carl, and Deanna. Jessie is swatted away by Pete - no surprise there. But what does surprise us is that Rick similarly swats away Carl. This highlights to us just how similar these two characters are, thus painting Rick in a much harsher and more unforgiving light. It makes it hard for us to sympathise with Rick when he's making his pleading to Deanna - and the gun in his hand, wild look in his eyes and blood smeared over his face obviously don't help very much either.
In the end, it is Michonne who finally shuts Rick up. She, too, makes her decision when she whacks him on the back of the head, knocking him out cold. And we see her wearing her Alexandria uniform, symbolising that she's decided to embrace her role at Alexandria and has done what Deanna wanted.
It is clear that the gradual development is essential to the climax of the episode. There would have been no breaking point for Rick had things not escalated steadily. Just as a roller-coaster does not immediately drop, this episode does not immediately immerse us in action.
Thus our two leading characters from our old group are juxtaposed: one seems to have committed to their new home, and one is still unable to accept the new place for what is is and intends to change things - with or without consent. This leaves us in an interesting situation which will surely delight us with a fantastic season finale.
Will Rick be exiled? Will there be a revolution in Alexandria? Or worse: will we see a repeat of Woodbury?
Nearing the End!
g-bodyl10 April 2015
This is the fifteenth episode of the fifth season of the Walking Dead. As we near the finale, things are getting tense in the urban life of Alexandria. There are troubling signs ahead for everyone, as evident by these walkers that have "W" carved into their foreheads. The ending is very strong and it shows some promise for the next episode.
In this episode, "Try," Daryl and Aaron are out on a hunt for people, and they come across some troubling signs. Deanna is grieving over the loss of her son and she listens to two different eyewitness accounts. Meanwhile, Rick pleads with Deanna to kill Pete over his abuse of Jesse, but she refuses to behave in an uncivilized manner. Finally, Sasha is still mentally drained as she prepares to take out every walker in sight.
Overall, this is another excellent episode and I think it has a strong ending and something that will play a major role in the final episode. This episode continues to make its case that the people of Alexandria are weak and they need to become stronger.
My Grade: A
In this episode, "Try," Daryl and Aaron are out on a hunt for people, and they come across some troubling signs. Deanna is grieving over the loss of her son and she listens to two different eyewitness accounts. Meanwhile, Rick pleads with Deanna to kill Pete over his abuse of Jesse, but she refuses to behave in an uncivilized manner. Finally, Sasha is still mentally drained as she prepares to take out every walker in sight.
Overall, this is another excellent episode and I think it has a strong ending and something that will play a major role in the final episode. This episode continues to make its case that the people of Alexandria are weak and they need to become stronger.
My Grade: A
And it keeps getting better
MazTheOculus22 March 2015
Warning: Spoilers
WOW. The writing the acting the directing, everything was on point this week. Rick's speech at the end (which is gonna be the focus of this review) has so many things internally within. This was the turning point for Rick and everyone in Alexandria. He's pulling off a Shane: he's telling them to wake the f*ck up and look at the world they're living, and if at this point, are they really ready for civilization, and for Rick. He began trying to regain that little humanity he had inside and in the end, he f*cked it, and now he's screwed up everything for himself. Just a great episode, go watch it for yourself. It's simply a masterpiece, and honestly, this season has proved to be the best this show has seen.
Trying tension
TheLittleSongbird12 May 2019
At its very best, and there are many high points, 'The Walking Dead' was absolutely brilliant, at its best during Seasons 1-5. Its decline however from Season 7 has made for one of the biggest declines for any show from personal opinion, like something completely different altogether. Feel the same with the likes of 'Once Upon a Time' and 'House of Cards', shows that started off very well to brilliantly and turned bad to pretty terrible at their worst.
Season 5 was not as consistent as the previous four seasons and had its slow spots, nonetheless it was generally one of 'The Walking Dead's' better seasons thanks to its high points being so brilliant. Contrary to what some fans say, the weakest episodes while patchy were in my respectful opinion still overall decent with a lot done right. Can totally understand the critical acclaim for Season 5's penultimate episode "Try". Consider "Try" one of the best episodes of the season, one of the most tension-filled and one to build things up for what's to come and also progress the storytelling and characters (the best of the season's episodes to do that). Another uncompromising scorcher, it is one of the show's most brutal and shocking episodes, while not doing it in a gratuitous way, and one of the most emotional.
Personally did not find "Try" too slow and didn't find some of the not quite as meaty characters indistinct. Actually found "Try" deliberate but taut and if there were characters a little more interesting than others that is only because the likes of Rick and Pete are written so brilliantly.
"Try" as always with 'The Walking Dead' looks great. It has gritty and audacious production design, visuals that are well crafted and have soul rather than being overused and abused and photography of almost cinematic quality. he music is haunting and affecting, without being intrusive. The direction is controlled yet alert.
Writing is thought-provoking and tight enough to stop it from rambling. The episode riddles with tension, with the brawl between Rick and Pete being a major highlight in this regard, one of the season's best individual scenes and pretty disturbing. As said, as well as things building and being set up, things feel like they are advancing. With Rick having his best material this whole season and of the whole show even, full of tautness, tension and emotion. Alexandria properly feels like a sense of community and settled more than any other of the show's communities, with a storyline that grips from beginning to end.
All the performances are top notch, with Andrew Lincoln giving some of his best acting of the show and perhaps of his career. It was an intense and deeply felt performance.
In conclusion, brilliant. 10/10
Season 5 was not as consistent as the previous four seasons and had its slow spots, nonetheless it was generally one of 'The Walking Dead's' better seasons thanks to its high points being so brilliant. Contrary to what some fans say, the weakest episodes while patchy were in my respectful opinion still overall decent with a lot done right. Can totally understand the critical acclaim for Season 5's penultimate episode "Try". Consider "Try" one of the best episodes of the season, one of the most tension-filled and one to build things up for what's to come and also progress the storytelling and characters (the best of the season's episodes to do that). Another uncompromising scorcher, it is one of the show's most brutal and shocking episodes, while not doing it in a gratuitous way, and one of the most emotional.
Personally did not find "Try" too slow and didn't find some of the not quite as meaty characters indistinct. Actually found "Try" deliberate but taut and if there were characters a little more interesting than others that is only because the likes of Rick and Pete are written so brilliantly.
"Try" as always with 'The Walking Dead' looks great. It has gritty and audacious production design, visuals that are well crafted and have soul rather than being overused and abused and photography of almost cinematic quality. he music is haunting and affecting, without being intrusive. The direction is controlled yet alert.
Writing is thought-provoking and tight enough to stop it from rambling. The episode riddles with tension, with the brawl between Rick and Pete being a major highlight in this regard, one of the season's best individual scenes and pretty disturbing. As said, as well as things building and being set up, things feel like they are advancing. With Rick having his best material this whole season and of the whole show even, full of tautness, tension and emotion. Alexandria properly feels like a sense of community and settled more than any other of the show's communities, with a storyline that grips from beginning to end.
All the performances are top notch, with Andrew Lincoln giving some of his best acting of the show and perhaps of his career. It was an intense and deeply felt performance.
In conclusion, brilliant. 10/10
Strong and emotive episode
snoozejonc7 January 2022
Rick decides whether or not to confront Pete.
This is a dramatic episode that follows a number of different characters and culminates in a moment of great tension.
The most engaging story is easily the scenes involving Rick and Pete. Everything that has happened in the past few episodes has been building towards an internal conflict within Alexandria and, although slightly contrived in its storytelling, it feels plausible that this type of situation could set it off.
It's cleverly written as Rick and Carol's views might come across as extreme but this is a world portrayed as having lost all the social constructions to protect families from domestic abuse. Based on the experiences I have had with people who have suffered at the hands of abusive partners it rings very true. The individuals in question have all been total psychopaths who want to control the lives of their partners and children so much they would kill them if either the police or social services had not intervened. The Walking Dead depicts a setting without courtrooms, restraining orders and prison services and unfortunately the only answer to violent sociopaths is to take them out of the picture.
What muddies the waters somewhat are Rick's feelings for Jessie, the previous trouble stirred by Gabriel and the feelings of the townsfolk towards Rick and 'family'. His gun-waving, bloodied-face rant doesn't help matters either. All in all though a very well constructed dramatic situation.
Judging by the Daryl and Aaron scenes something makes me think there will be an external threat that puts things in perspective very soon and change the mindset of everyone.
Great acting by Andrew Lincoln and Corey Brill.
This is a dramatic episode that follows a number of different characters and culminates in a moment of great tension.
The most engaging story is easily the scenes involving Rick and Pete. Everything that has happened in the past few episodes has been building towards an internal conflict within Alexandria and, although slightly contrived in its storytelling, it feels plausible that this type of situation could set it off.
It's cleverly written as Rick and Carol's views might come across as extreme but this is a world portrayed as having lost all the social constructions to protect families from domestic abuse. Based on the experiences I have had with people who have suffered at the hands of abusive partners it rings very true. The individuals in question have all been total psychopaths who want to control the lives of their partners and children so much they would kill them if either the police or social services had not intervened. The Walking Dead depicts a setting without courtrooms, restraining orders and prison services and unfortunately the only answer to violent sociopaths is to take them out of the picture.
What muddies the waters somewhat are Rick's feelings for Jessie, the previous trouble stirred by Gabriel and the feelings of the townsfolk towards Rick and 'family'. His gun-waving, bloodied-face rant doesn't help matters either. All in all though a very well constructed dramatic situation.
Judging by the Daryl and Aaron scenes something makes me think there will be an external threat that puts things in perspective very soon and change the mindset of everyone.
Great acting by Andrew Lincoln and Corey Brill.
If you dont fight... you die!
and_mikkelsen5 February 2024
Things are healing up in Alexandria! All the storylines in Alexandria are starting to culminate as we get more and more familiar with the inhabitants!
After the events and reveals from the previous episode, we are starti g to worry how things will turn out!
The star of this episode was deffinetely Rick! His character has been through so much development since season 4 and we are starting to see how much he has changed! His reason to confront Pete, and Carols reason to care, all goes back to the beginning!
Andrew delivered one incredible performance at the end! It was tense and gripping, as Rick does not believe democracy to be the solution!
Now I am all on board for the final!
After the events and reveals from the previous episode, we are starti g to worry how things will turn out!
The star of this episode was deffinetely Rick! His character has been through so much development since season 4 and we are starting to see how much he has changed! His reason to confront Pete, and Carols reason to care, all goes back to the beginning!
Andrew delivered one incredible performance at the end! It was tense and gripping, as Rick does not believe democracy to be the solution!
Now I am all on board for the final!
Unbalanced
claudio_carvalho24 March 2015
Deanna grieves the loss of Aiden with her husband and son. Then she watches the footage with Nicholas' testimony giving his version about the death of Aiden and Noah. Meanwhile Glenn tells what really happened to Rick. Sasha is in the tower completely disturbed and leaves the lookout to kill walkers. Michonne and Rosita follow her through the woods and they stay together. Rick discloses to Deanna that Pete beats Jessie and he wants to kill him, but Deanna opposes and demands a civilized behavior to Rick. Daryl and Aaron are in the woods and find a woman tied to a tree devoured by the walkers and a "W" carved on the forehead. Carl follows Enid in the woods and has a conversation with her. Glenn meets Nicholas and tells him that he knows who he is. Rick and Pete fight against each other.
"W" is an episode that shows how difficult is the adaptation to the civilization for most of the group. In addition, Sacha and Rick are totally unbalanced and Rick's attitude will certainly bring consequences to the group. Deanna was poisoned by Gabriel and Nicholas and lost her son. But the danger is certainly who is carving "W" on the foreheads of people and turning them into walkers. My guess is that Deanna will expel Rick; Pete will kill or seriously harm Jessie; and people from Alexandria will be threatened by the mysterious "W" and Rick will help them. My vote is eight.
Title (Brazil): "Try"
Note: On 21 April 2016, I saw this show again.
"W" is an episode that shows how difficult is the adaptation to the civilization for most of the group. In addition, Sacha and Rick are totally unbalanced and Rick's attitude will certainly bring consequences to the group. Deanna was poisoned by Gabriel and Nicholas and lost her son. But the danger is certainly who is carving "W" on the foreheads of people and turning them into walkers. My guess is that Deanna will expel Rick; Pete will kill or seriously harm Jessie; and people from Alexandria will be threatened by the mysterious "W" and Rick will help them. My vote is eight.
Title (Brazil): "Try"
Note: On 21 April 2016, I saw this show again.
Ricktatorship is evil.....Rick.
mansurikaif-615651 September 2021
You tried
SpoodermanDerp23 March 2015
"Try" is an episode that develops some of the characters in the storyline (like previous episodes) that were average, and of course all these build up to the main event which is the climax.
Let me start pointing at the good things that came out from the episode, first, the acting was noticeably impressive especially Rick and Sasha's acting at the most part. By the end, Rick's dialogue was executed perfectly as he has gone totally mad and insane at what has happened and the way he expressed himself to Deanna was excellent. The visuals/gore and action and makeup were still presented in the episode fairly well, although it didn't seem as if they're special anymore as it doesn't add anymore tension and we've already seen a lot of them throughout the series. Now as for the cons, the episode was pretty slow for me. The previous episode ended with a cliffhanger leaving the audience wanting more. I was eager to find out what Rick was going to do to right off the bat in the start of the episode. This was what made No Sanctuary episode great, they cut the crap and gave the audiences what they wanted right off the bat. Instead, the episode gave way to development and more and more development until eventually we don't care about them anymore in the episode. There's also a new love interest for Carl's character, although we don't really care that much. It's like a boxing match wherein there are some matches at start wherein you don't really care about because you're waiting for the main event. There were also some unsolved mysteries introduced to the episode which does intrigue the audience. The confrontation between Rick and Pete did pay off and was tense and I thought that the episode ended neatly showing how Rick has totally gone insane.
+Excellent Acting, +Visuals and Gore, -The Same Zombie crap again, -A slow start, - Development for characters and story lines wherein we don't care that much about, -An episode that only sets up for it's main event, +The Climax
Verdict: 7.7/10
Let me start pointing at the good things that came out from the episode, first, the acting was noticeably impressive especially Rick and Sasha's acting at the most part. By the end, Rick's dialogue was executed perfectly as he has gone totally mad and insane at what has happened and the way he expressed himself to Deanna was excellent. The visuals/gore and action and makeup were still presented in the episode fairly well, although it didn't seem as if they're special anymore as it doesn't add anymore tension and we've already seen a lot of them throughout the series. Now as for the cons, the episode was pretty slow for me. The previous episode ended with a cliffhanger leaving the audience wanting more. I was eager to find out what Rick was going to do to right off the bat in the start of the episode. This was what made No Sanctuary episode great, they cut the crap and gave the audiences what they wanted right off the bat. Instead, the episode gave way to development and more and more development until eventually we don't care about them anymore in the episode. There's also a new love interest for Carl's character, although we don't really care that much. It's like a boxing match wherein there are some matches at start wherein you don't really care about because you're waiting for the main event. There were also some unsolved mysteries introduced to the episode which does intrigue the audience. The confrontation between Rick and Pete did pay off and was tense and I thought that the episode ended neatly showing how Rick has totally gone insane.
+Excellent Acting, +Visuals and Gore, -The Same Zombie crap again, -A slow start, - Development for characters and story lines wherein we don't care that much about, -An episode that only sets up for it's main event, +The Climax
Verdict: 7.7/10
The Ricktatorship continues...
kobedawson27 June 2021
Warning: Spoilers
If it isn't clear before this episode, it's definitely clear now. Rick is, no question, one of the best/realistic characters in the show in terms of both the character writing and the acting. I don't know how many times he get praised but Andrew Lincoln is doing a great job in his role and Rick was easily the most intriguing figure in this episode. As for others, like Carl and Enid, I found their interaction to be cute, but plain. Sasha, the COD player goes off into the forest and attempts to tier up, but of course was saved by Michonne. Overall, a good episode with slow pacing but a really good ending, with Glenn and Rick carrying this episode.
Season 5
tylerhischier7 August 2019
Warning: Spoilers
These last 3 episodes of this season are so powerful to me. Not to mention the acting is superb. It really shows how emotionally unstable the group is. They've just been through absolute hell on the run and everyone they've lost. It seems as if nothing can ever go right in their particular situations
Rick the Typical Real Life Officer. An Unlikeable Episode.
jayroach4 March 2019
Warning: Spoilers
This is probably the worst episode of the season. Rick is a fool. He has serious anger problems and look what it's done to his reputation. In this episode and the few before it. Everyone who disagrees with Rick or doesn't share his opinions, they are highly criticized by Rick. Rick is out of control. He argues every little thing and will not mind his own business. Couples fight, sometimes they even get violent. But when the victim doesn't want Rick's help, he just won't take no for an answer. I know Rick is the main character of the series, but I have no more respect for him. I don't like what the creators of the show have done with Rick's character. They've made him crazy. Ever since his wife died, he has been the most unlikeable character. He went crazy at the prison. He got Beth killed with his stupid planning. Now, he's going to get himself exiled from Alexandria. He points a gun at everyone after he's told not to kill Pete numerous times. He criticizes how the leaders run the community and unleashes his anger and immaturity instead of expressing himself privately without everyone watching him make a fool of himself and damage his reputation. You will find this episode painful to watch if you like Rick. He is a moron and thankfully Michone shut him up before he could make it worse for himself by firing off his mouth or potentially killing someone. He's exactly how 98% of real police officers are. Reckless, cocky, and thinks only he has the answers. He thinks he's above the law. Just like real police officers. Nobody becomes an officer to help people and the community. People who become officers are natural control freaks and love the power given to them. That's the only reason why people become police officers.
I give this episode a 3 out of 10. The way officer Rick is portrayed is very realistic of real life police officers but the way the creators damage Rick's character is very upsetting. Leave your own review and let's see who else agrees that this wasn't a very good episode.
the urban ordeal continues
seshasai-tris23 March 2015
There are two aspects that I'd like to discuss, first the episode, second where the writers are getting at.
Firstly, the episode is well-made giving us glimpses of Daryl and Carl's teenage mania for Enid and Sasha's baggage. It has thick story, action, slight romance, drama, strong emotions, fist fights, bitching. It's well made basing on how the last two episodes were made; But I have some real issues with the way in which the Walking Dead is progressing.
This extends to the second part - Making of the Walking Dead One cannot spend 1 hour to watch the same things every time- characters talking and walking, sudden walker attacks, killing them, running our of bullets, handling mental issues. I agree all of these things make up a episode, but the writers/directors have to give the devoted audience something. At least they have to establish the ground rules as in, if the episodes will head in Survival and look for a cure sort of a thing or if they just deal with walker attacks and emotions/characterization. Because at one point all of this is going to get real convoluted and boring.
The previous 3 seasons already established the fact that the characters are no where near reality and they come with tonnes of baggage. Survivors almost at the end of 5th season, like Sasha who dealt with a lot of stuff before are supposed to sort their mental issues. We have zero idea on where Rick and his troop want their place in the urban society.
Rating of the episode - 8/10
Rating of the episode - 8/10 Or, are the writers give us something exciting in the last 5 minutes of alternate episodes forever to satisfy the sensation seeking audience like they did it to this one ?
Firstly, the episode is well-made giving us glimpses of Daryl and Carl's teenage mania for Enid and Sasha's baggage. It has thick story, action, slight romance, drama, strong emotions, fist fights, bitching. It's well made basing on how the last two episodes were made; But I have some real issues with the way in which the Walking Dead is progressing.
This extends to the second part - Making of the Walking Dead One cannot spend 1 hour to watch the same things every time- characters talking and walking, sudden walker attacks, killing them, running our of bullets, handling mental issues. I agree all of these things make up a episode, but the writers/directors have to give the devoted audience something. At least they have to establish the ground rules as in, if the episodes will head in Survival and look for a cure sort of a thing or if they just deal with walker attacks and emotions/characterization. Because at one point all of this is going to get real convoluted and boring.
The previous 3 seasons already established the fact that the characters are no where near reality and they come with tonnes of baggage. Survivors almost at the end of 5th season, like Sasha who dealt with a lot of stuff before are supposed to sort their mental issues. We have zero idea on where Rick and his troop want their place in the urban society.
Rating of the episode - 8/10
Rating of the episode - 8/10 Or, are the writers give us something exciting in the last 5 minutes of alternate episodes forever to satisfy the sensation seeking audience like they did it to this one ?
Troubling story line holes
tartydoris13 February 2017
Warning: Spoilers
I enjoyed this episode for the most part but there was a few things that bugged me. Tuning in to the episode I was looking forward to seeing Glenn get back to Alexandria and telling Deanna what happened on their scavenger hunt for electrical supplies and how Aiden and Noah died. A missed opportunity for some drama I thought.
Also, I found it troubling that Deanna was only interviewing Nicholas on what happened and did not even ask Glenn, Eugene or Tara. This was obviously meant by the writers to introduce conflict into Alexandria within the new and old group. There is no show if everyone now is just safe behind high walls with no threat. So the twist is the internal conflict and potential struggle for control and power. The above oversight by Deanna though is just something I wouldn't expect her to do so is poor story telling, in my opinion, in a lame attempt to add a divide between the two groups.
The final point of trouble was why Maggie didn't reveal anything to anyone about what Father Gabriel said to Deanna at the end of the last episode. Surely she would have warned someone as this is a very real threat to safety of everyone in Rick's group. Now maybe they are leaving her relaying of this until the season finale, but if so then surely Gabriel's message should have happened in this episode and not the last and then completely overlooked.
Anyway, with the season 5 finale being entitle Conquer, I'm sure the burgeoning power struggle this episode foretold will be well worth watching.
Also, I found it troubling that Deanna was only interviewing Nicholas on what happened and did not even ask Glenn, Eugene or Tara. This was obviously meant by the writers to introduce conflict into Alexandria within the new and old group. There is no show if everyone now is just safe behind high walls with no threat. So the twist is the internal conflict and potential struggle for control and power. The above oversight by Deanna though is just something I wouldn't expect her to do so is poor story telling, in my opinion, in a lame attempt to add a divide between the two groups.
The final point of trouble was why Maggie didn't reveal anything to anyone about what Father Gabriel said to Deanna at the end of the last episode. Surely she would have warned someone as this is a very real threat to safety of everyone in Rick's group. Now maybe they are leaving her relaying of this until the season finale, but if so then surely Gabriel's message should have happened in this episode and not the last and then completely overlooked.
Anyway, with the season 5 finale being entitle Conquer, I'm sure the burgeoning power struggle this episode foretold will be well worth watching.
You try.
nmartini-048327 November 2018
A Highlight of the Season
borowiecsminus28 August 2016
Warning: Spoilers
"Try" is, very simply, fantastic. Season five of this show was certainly the show's best, and frankly, it rivals seasons of "Mad Men" and even "Breaking Bad." And this episode is among the best.
We all knew that eventually, things in Alexandria would take a turn for the worse, and we probably figured that it would happen here, in the penultimate episode, but that still didn't prepare me for it. For acts one and two, all seems to be well, at least by "Walking Dead" standards. They even threw in a little romance with Carl to make us smile. And then suddenly, Rick and Pete are crashing through a window.
Before I criticize, I must give credit where it's due: to Andrew Lincoln, Chandler Riggs, and Michael E. Stratazemis (the director). Riggs did a nice job in his one and only scene, proving himself once and for all as a serious actor, Lincoln did an phenomenal job in the last scene, visibly having gone insane. Bryan Cranston would be proud. But the highest praise goes to Stratazemis for the directing and cinematography. Usually, I don't watch television and notice how well something is shot, but here I couldn't help it: the directing is the best we've seen in the show since "The Grove."
And now for the complaints. There were only two things that held this episode back from attaining two more stars: realism and Sasha. First, realism.
I refuse to believe some of the events in this episode. For one, the odds that whenever Rick tries to do the right thing, it ALWAYS ends up making him appear to be the bad guy are tiny, tiny, tiny. In addition to this, I find it hard to believe that even Pete would hit Carl so hard. The show's story has happened over the course of a year and a half now. Carl can't be more than 12 or 13.
Now Sasha. Maybe I have the unpopular opinion here, but I believe the writers have made Sasha an unlikable character by playing her as really, two different people. Half of the time, she's awesome, and the other half vulnerable. Sasha has the right to be sad about Bob still, but that doesn't justify this much time being spend on her sadness. Especially in such a tense episode, it feels like shameless filler. Like they're saying "We're five minutes short, so... hey, Sasha is still sad! Remember that?"
But really, this episode is fantastic.
We all knew that eventually, things in Alexandria would take a turn for the worse, and we probably figured that it would happen here, in the penultimate episode, but that still didn't prepare me for it. For acts one and two, all seems to be well, at least by "Walking Dead" standards. They even threw in a little romance with Carl to make us smile. And then suddenly, Rick and Pete are crashing through a window.
Before I criticize, I must give credit where it's due: to Andrew Lincoln, Chandler Riggs, and Michael E. Stratazemis (the director). Riggs did a nice job in his one and only scene, proving himself once and for all as a serious actor, Lincoln did an phenomenal job in the last scene, visibly having gone insane. Bryan Cranston would be proud. But the highest praise goes to Stratazemis for the directing and cinematography. Usually, I don't watch television and notice how well something is shot, but here I couldn't help it: the directing is the best we've seen in the show since "The Grove."
And now for the complaints. There were only two things that held this episode back from attaining two more stars: realism and Sasha. First, realism.
I refuse to believe some of the events in this episode. For one, the odds that whenever Rick tries to do the right thing, it ALWAYS ends up making him appear to be the bad guy are tiny, tiny, tiny. In addition to this, I find it hard to believe that even Pete would hit Carl so hard. The show's story has happened over the course of a year and a half now. Carl can't be more than 12 or 13.
Now Sasha. Maybe I have the unpopular opinion here, but I believe the writers have made Sasha an unlikable character by playing her as really, two different people. Half of the time, she's awesome, and the other half vulnerable. Sasha has the right to be sad about Bob still, but that doesn't justify this much time being spend on her sadness. Especially in such a tense episode, it feels like shameless filler. Like they're saying "We're five minutes short, so... hey, Sasha is still sad! Remember that?"
But really, this episode is fantastic.
The episode explores justice and morality adds emotional depth to the characters' experiences and underscores their determination to protect their community and each other
fernandoschiavi14 March 2024
As the Monroes mourn the loss of their youngest son, Glenn stresses that the community needs to learn how to survive, so the safe haven of Alexandria can work.
Outside the wall, several members of the group face significant developments. Carl follows Enid, who has been sneaking outside for excitement. The girl hears him coming, commenting "You're very loud." The two continue exploring the area, and begin to form a bond. Tara and Michonne locate Sasha, who has been going beyond the wall to kill any Walker she can find. Although she insists that no one can help her with her pain, Sasha eventually breaks down and opens up a bit concerning the pain she has felt since the death of her brother Tyreese. Daryl and Aaron go out on a hunting and recruiting run, and run across another Walker with a "W" carved into its head. This reanimated corpse was tied to a tree, quite possibly while she was still alive.
Rick contemplates whether or not to kill Pete, in order to save Jessie from the man's drunken rages. He tells Deanna about the situation. While she is aware of Pete's nature, she insists that in Alexandria they don't kill people; they just send them away. Rick finds Jessie in her garage, and tells her that he knows about Pete. When Pete arrive home, a fight escalates that leads into the street. After Deanna breaks up the fight, Rick pulls out his gun and makes a speech on how unprepared the community is for the new world. Before he can take action and kill Pete, he is knocked out by Michonne.
"Try" is a tense and dramatic episode that not only explores the group's confrontation with Pete and the aftermath of his death but also delves into the theme of justice. As Rick is forced to confront his own actions and decisions, he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and the toll it takes on his conscience.
The episode's exploration of justice and morality adds emotional depth to the characters' experiences and underscores their determination to protect their community and each other. Additionally, the episode's ending, where Rick delivers a powerful speech about the need to fight for their survival and protect their home, highlights the group's resilience and determination to overcome whatever challenges come their way.
Outside the wall, several members of the group face significant developments. Carl follows Enid, who has been sneaking outside for excitement. The girl hears him coming, commenting "You're very loud." The two continue exploring the area, and begin to form a bond. Tara and Michonne locate Sasha, who has been going beyond the wall to kill any Walker she can find. Although she insists that no one can help her with her pain, Sasha eventually breaks down and opens up a bit concerning the pain she has felt since the death of her brother Tyreese. Daryl and Aaron go out on a hunting and recruiting run, and run across another Walker with a "W" carved into its head. This reanimated corpse was tied to a tree, quite possibly while she was still alive.
Rick contemplates whether or not to kill Pete, in order to save Jessie from the man's drunken rages. He tells Deanna about the situation. While she is aware of Pete's nature, she insists that in Alexandria they don't kill people; they just send them away. Rick finds Jessie in her garage, and tells her that he knows about Pete. When Pete arrive home, a fight escalates that leads into the street. After Deanna breaks up the fight, Rick pulls out his gun and makes a speech on how unprepared the community is for the new world. Before he can take action and kill Pete, he is knocked out by Michonne.
"Try" is a tense and dramatic episode that not only explores the group's confrontation with Pete and the aftermath of his death but also delves into the theme of justice. As Rick is forced to confront his own actions and decisions, he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and the toll it takes on his conscience.
The episode's exploration of justice and morality adds emotional depth to the characters' experiences and underscores their determination to protect their community and each other. Additionally, the episode's ending, where Rick delivers a powerful speech about the need to fight for their survival and protect their home, highlights the group's resilience and determination to overcome whatever challenges come their way.
8.6/10
CillianMurphyEnthusiast8 September 2023
Warning: Spoilers
"Me? Me? You... You mean... You mean me" -Rick Grimes. Instead of seeing the Monroe family's reaction to finding out that Aiden had died we see them grieving in their living room. Tensions greatly rise between Rick's group and Alexandria. Everything with Coral and Enid was so meaningless. Character development for 2 characters no one cares about and no one ever does. How convenient that there is a hollow tree that both of them can fit in to avoid the walker. Everything with Sasha was so boring and unnecessary. She has been depressed about her loss all season. It's really just the last 8 minutes was the highlight but everything else was just, meh. Rick's speech is one of the best scenes of the show.
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