Succession: Church and State (2023)
Season 4, Episode 9
10/10
Pure dramatic excellence.
24 May 2023
Warning: Spoilers
This week, we are greeted by the long awaited funeral of one Logan Roy. And, to nobody's surprise, poignant and brutal homages were given.

What an incredible episode. As we head towards the series finale, the characters has never felt more human and tangible. The more you see them act out of panic and emotions, the more their true colors show. Roman, Kendall, Shiv and Connor has never been more emotionally naked. And it is a sight to behold.

With one very special mention to Logan's brother. We learn about the trauma, the greed and "meagernesss" that he thought plagued his brother, and thus, the world. Honestly jaw dropping monologue that's Emmy worthy.

Kendall truly metamorphosed into his true future self. The game is clear, the stakes are enormous, and the betrayals may implode the family even further. Can we really blame him?

Roman was a gem this episode. This shell of vile defiant humor made to hide any ounce of humanity he has finally shattered, in front of everyone to see.

A father has been lost, its something that's brought me to tears really. The poor guy was still in denial.

Shiv was splendid. But I digress. This episode is probably the best of the series just for its sheer density of dramaturgy and brilliant writing. The successions are being paved. Everyone is living up to their pre-destinies. So far...

Also special mention to Kerry in this while she has been a mild annoyance to me her acting was absolutely incredible.
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