This is the best and most violent episode of Boardwalk thus far. Packed with a lot of character and plot development.
The real stars of this episode are Eli and Richard. Eli's descent to madness is quite fascinating. I've always seen him as a weasel, much like Paulie Walnuts and Pete Campbell, however when I think about it - I ended up liking Paulie and Pete by the end of their respective series, Eli might have the same fate. I must say, Shea Whigham is so enthralling in every role I've ever seen him in.
I have said in past reviews that my favourite character on the show is Richard, my empathy for him was catapulted in this episode. His pain is so real you can feel it, I was screaming at the screen during his suicide attempt, I felt so much relief when the dog showed up. He meets some men, one of whom, gives him some advice about those woods - a real tear-jerking moment. Glad Richard and Jimmy removed the scalp from that old geyser, it was very satisfying to watch.
I wonder what will happen next!
The real stars of this episode are Eli and Richard. Eli's descent to madness is quite fascinating. I've always seen him as a weasel, much like Paulie Walnuts and Pete Campbell, however when I think about it - I ended up liking Paulie and Pete by the end of their respective series, Eli might have the same fate. I must say, Shea Whigham is so enthralling in every role I've ever seen him in.
I have said in past reviews that my favourite character on the show is Richard, my empathy for him was catapulted in this episode. His pain is so real you can feel it, I was screaming at the screen during his suicide attempt, I felt so much relief when the dog showed up. He meets some men, one of whom, gives him some advice about those woods - a real tear-jerking moment. Glad Richard and Jimmy removed the scalp from that old geyser, it was very satisfying to watch.
I wonder what will happen next!