Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to The Rings of Power, episode 2.08 – Shadow And Flame.

In this episode, we chat major plot points, including Durin’s father’s sacrifice, Galadriel’s confrontation with Sauron, Gandalf’s reveal, and a mysterious new brother character. We analyze character arcs, callbacks to Lord of the Rings, and pacing, debating narrative choices like the rushed brother introduction. Speculating on future storylines for Theo, the dark wizard, and empowered Elrond and Galadriel, and we share personal reactions and theories in a lively discussion of the season’s end.

Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to The Rings of Power, episode 2.07 – Doomed To Die.

In this episode, we praise the episode’s cinematic battle sequences and the compelling character arcs, particularly the tragic downfall of Celebrimbor. We analyze Sauron’s manipulative tactics and the implications of Adar obtaining one of the Nine Rings and the emotional reunion between Elrond and Durin, as well as Galadriel’s poignant moment with Elrond. The discussion touches on the episode’s strong ties to the Lord of the Rings lore and the high stakes leading into the season finale.

Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to The Rings of Power, episode 2.06 – Where Is He.

In this episode, we analyze the complex relationship between Galadriel and Adar, speculating on how it could have unfolded differently. The discussion also covers the corruption of the dwarves, the mysterious sea monster in Númenor, and the potential for the orc family storyline to be significant. Additionally, they explore the Shakespearean elements in the narrative, drawing parallels to the Julius Caesar story.

Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to The Rings of Power, episode 2.05 – Halls Of Stone.

In this episode, we discuss the role Bear McCreary’s music plays (specifically in this episode) in telling the tragedy of the dwarves, why the successful storylines are those that feature relationships people care about, and why Catherine O’Hara might have the most interesting career in Hollywood…

Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to The Rings of Power, episode 2.04 – Eldest.

In this episode, we discuss the role Tom Bombadil will play in this story, why Mary is 100% OUT on Estrid, and why Poppy definitely has a Jack Johnson T-shirt laying around somewhere…

Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to The Rings of Power, episode 2.03 – The Eagle And The Sceptre.

In this episode, we discuss if the show earns the implication of why Isildur hangs on to the ring, why Annatar/Celbrimbor might be the best part of what Rings of Power has offered so far, and why Pharazon is totally a Dry Bar kind of guy…

Mary & Blake recap and give reaction to The Rings of Power, episode 2.02 – Where The Stars Are Strange.

In this episode, the horror elements implemented in episode 2, if this show is adaptation or fan fiction (or if they are one in the same?), and why Galadriel is going to PUMPED about Annatar’s glow up…

Mary & Blake discuss The Rings of Power, episode 1.08 – “Alloyed”.

In this episode, we chat if the show lies to us, why the emotional connection between Halbrand and Galadriel is the centerpiece of the show, and why Galadriel and Adar are going to need to form a calming circle…