Like I said, in spite of the problems, there was a lot to enjoy in Episode 4. ![]() Few shows are able to capture the way that men talk about their problems with one another and earn each others trust, but their scene together did that perfectly. The dynamic between Simon Peter and Gaius was an unexpected treat. I like that we finally saw Simon Peter get mad at Jesus himself. I honestly don't know where his character will end up, which is refreshing and feels true to life. I like the way Yussif seems to bend back and forth. Yussif and Jairus appear to be the new "seeker" characters for the season. Having served in ministry, the conflict between Simon Peter and Eden felt very authentic and relatable as well. Their discussion was theologically enlightening but it felt authentic and real. I like how we got to see the Apostles process and respond to their first mission in a variety of ways. The very first scene, where John and Thomas are surprised at how they've healed the girl and the scene with Simon the Zealot physically securing the demoniac while Matthew exorcised the demon were some of the best moments.Įven though there was a lot going on in the episode, the pollution of the water supply created a sense of dramatic unity kept things from feeling haphazard. I went into the episode disappointed that we weren't getting a buddy-cop episode following the disciples on their mission, but the opener won me over. With those critiques aside, here's what I loved from the episode:Īlthough it may have been a little too long, I generally liked the opener. Barring that, I think it could have had a more prominent place in this episode to emphasize the importance of what was happening. The Sanhedrin Edict really should have come at the end of Season 2. Mary Magdalene's description of Tamar's necklace as a reflection of Animism felt anachronistic and unnatural - I can't see a Jew in her day using that kind of language. The scene with just Zebedee also felt a bit unnecessary, since it didn't even move that subplot along. I'm sure that all of this is building somewhere, but the show needs to work harder to make us care. If there had been a scene of them trying to care for the poor people in the Tent City and running out of cash, it would have clarified why their oil venture matters. At this point, I don't see why I should really care about Zebedee's oil business. I enjoy the conflict between Tamar & Mary Magdalene, but their subplot needs higher stakes and more urgency. The scenes began to feel a bit repetitive. ![]() The opening montage felt a touch too long. Jairus finally convinces him that it's worth pursuing and that they need to dampen the revolutionary nature of Jesus' words in their report to Shmuel. Yussif's enthusiasm for Jesus has cooled a bit and his anxiety has grown, so he's initially wary of the trouble they could get in for talking this way about Jesus. ![]() We learn that Jairus has read Yussif's record of the Sermon on the Mount and other reports about Jesus and become convinced that he is the Messiah, even though it runs contrary to the popular conception of a military Messiah. Their conversation turns to an official request sent by Shmuel, under the authority of Shammai, a chief Pharisee, for a report about Jesus' teaching. He returns to the synagogue and reports what happened to Jairus and explains that his family in Jerusalem does construction and can cover the cost of the supplies. Yussif agrees to secure the materials as quickly as possible, since the cistern is the primary water supply for the city. The Roman arrive and explain that, even though it may be their responsibility to fix it, they'd rather have the synagogue bear the cost. Yussif, the Pharisee, is the first one on the scene when it's discovered that the water cistern outside of the synagogue has become polluted with sewage. While Episode 4 did have some faults, it was still another strong installment overall and it clearly set the stage for the second half of The Chosen Season 3. It also continues the trend of strong character development that we've been getting throughout the season. But whereas some of the "set up" episodes in The Chosen Season 2 felt haphazard and overloaded, Season 3 Episode 4 feels intentional and well-paced. As part 1 of a 2-part arc ( see here for Episode 5), it was almost inevitable that Episode 4 would function as set up. To use a baseball analogy, these episodes aren't meant to be home runs they're base hits that are meant to fill up the bases in preparation for a grand slam. In almost any show, there will be certain episodes that function as connective tissue and set up for what's happening next. ![]() Episode 4 may not be the most impressive installment of The Chosen Season 3, but it is still a testament to how much this season has improved on previous seasons.
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