The Diviner
- Episode aired Sep 10, 2017
- TV-MA
- 43m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
3.3K
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With the Ranch dangerously low on resources, Madison and Walker leave in search of a solution. Nick and Alicia struggle to keep the peace.With the Ranch dangerously low on resources, Madison and Walker leave in search of a solution. Nick and Alicia struggle to keep the peace.With the Ranch dangerously low on resources, Madison and Walker leave in search of a solution. Nick and Alicia struggle to keep the peace.
Danay Garcia
- Luciana Galvez
- (credit only)
Lisandra Tena
- Lola Guerrero
- (credit only)
Rubén Blades
- Daniel Salazar
- (credit only)
Keyko Durán
- Maria Lu
- (as Keyko Duran)
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Did you know
- TriviaThe song playing in the Mercado is Negro y Azul:Ballad of Heisenberg from Breaking Bad (2008).
- ConnectionsFeatured in Talking Dead: Minotaur/The Diviner (2017)
Featured review
A well-crafted episode that effectively builds tension and develops key characters, particularly Madison and Alicia, by pushing them into new moral and ethical territories
Madison and Walker look upon a nearly depleted reservoir. She insists they keep the water situation a secret in order to maintain peace at the ranch. Walker suggests they buy water from a trading post in Mexicali. At El Bazar, run by The Proctors, they find Strand who owes debts to them. Madison uses Walker's gold to buy his freedom. Strand offers a long-term solution with the Gonzalez Dam.
At the ranch, the natives are overseeing the water distribution, leading to tensions. The militia see Nick as Troy's successor and he cautions them to bide their time. Alicia tries to head-off water disputes but ends up starting a riot by revealing the water crisis. The natives try to take possession of the main well but Nick, armed with the ranchers' last pistol, leads a sit-in. Later, the Nation attempts to dig a new well which eventually leads both them and the ranchers to working together to find water.
"The Diviner," the tenth episode of the third season of "Fear the Walking Dead," escalates the dire circumstances at the Broke Jaw Ranch as resources dwindle, pushing the community to the brink of collapse. The episode skillfully explores themes of desperation, leadership, and survival, revealing the cracks in the community's foundation and the extreme measures people are willing to take in times of crisis.
As the episode unfolds, the critical shortage of water emerges as the central conflict, driving the plot and the characters to desperate actions. Madison's leadership is tested as she tries to maintain order and hope among the increasingly restless and suspicious residents. The discovery that the water supply is far less than anticipated forces Madison to make difficult decisions, which include secretly planning to allocate water in a way that could incite further turmoil. Her manipulation and hard choices highlight her complex role as both protector and leader, willing to bear the burden of potentially unpopular decisions.
A particularly striking scene involves Alicia's discovery of the true state of the water supply, leading to her confronting her mother about the secrets being kept from the community. This moment is significant as it not only stresses the growing rift between Alicia and Madison but also underscores a pivotal shift in Alicia's character from a somewhat naive survivor to a pragmatic realist. Her evolution is painted against the broader backdrop of a community grappling with the stark reality of their survival.
Furthermore, the episode introduces a mysterious new character, a Native American man claiming to be a "diviner" who can find water, adding a mystical element to the narrative. His presence injects a sense of hope and highlights the desperation and gullibility that can arise in dire circumstances. The tension culminates in a gripping scene where the ranch's residents are divided over whether to trust this newcomer, leading to a chaotic and dramatic conclusion that sets the stage for future conflicts.
In conclusion, "The Diviner" is a well-crafted episode that effectively builds tension and develops key characters, particularly Madison and Alicia, by pushing them into new moral and ethical territories. The episode's handling of the community's crisis provides a compelling look at the human condition under pressure, offering a mix of suspense, drama, and a touch of the supernatural. The themes of leadership, trust, and survival are interwoven seamlessly, making this episode a crucial pivot point for the season.
At the ranch, the natives are overseeing the water distribution, leading to tensions. The militia see Nick as Troy's successor and he cautions them to bide their time. Alicia tries to head-off water disputes but ends up starting a riot by revealing the water crisis. The natives try to take possession of the main well but Nick, armed with the ranchers' last pistol, leads a sit-in. Later, the Nation attempts to dig a new well which eventually leads both them and the ranchers to working together to find water.
"The Diviner," the tenth episode of the third season of "Fear the Walking Dead," escalates the dire circumstances at the Broke Jaw Ranch as resources dwindle, pushing the community to the brink of collapse. The episode skillfully explores themes of desperation, leadership, and survival, revealing the cracks in the community's foundation and the extreme measures people are willing to take in times of crisis.
As the episode unfolds, the critical shortage of water emerges as the central conflict, driving the plot and the characters to desperate actions. Madison's leadership is tested as she tries to maintain order and hope among the increasingly restless and suspicious residents. The discovery that the water supply is far less than anticipated forces Madison to make difficult decisions, which include secretly planning to allocate water in a way that could incite further turmoil. Her manipulation and hard choices highlight her complex role as both protector and leader, willing to bear the burden of potentially unpopular decisions.
A particularly striking scene involves Alicia's discovery of the true state of the water supply, leading to her confronting her mother about the secrets being kept from the community. This moment is significant as it not only stresses the growing rift between Alicia and Madison but also underscores a pivotal shift in Alicia's character from a somewhat naive survivor to a pragmatic realist. Her evolution is painted against the broader backdrop of a community grappling with the stark reality of their survival.
Furthermore, the episode introduces a mysterious new character, a Native American man claiming to be a "diviner" who can find water, adding a mystical element to the narrative. His presence injects a sense of hope and highlights the desperation and gullibility that can arise in dire circumstances. The tension culminates in a gripping scene where the ranch's residents are divided over whether to trust this newcomer, leading to a chaotic and dramatic conclusion that sets the stage for future conflicts.
In conclusion, "The Diviner" is a well-crafted episode that effectively builds tension and develops key characters, particularly Madison and Alicia, by pushing them into new moral and ethical territories. The episode's handling of the community's crisis provides a compelling look at the human condition under pressure, offering a mix of suspense, drama, and a touch of the supernatural. The themes of leadership, trust, and survival are interwoven seamlessly, making this episode a crucial pivot point for the season.
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