We chose five episodes to highlight the strength of the season: “The Way of the Warrior,” “Homefront,” “Paradise Lost,” “Hard Time,” and “The Quickening.” But we could have chosen five different ones and still made the same case. Season Four is rich with compelling episodes filled with action, suspense, and struggles that force the characters to confront some personal challenges. Continue reading DS9 ReWatch: S4 Honorable Mentions
Kicking off the start of 2024, we’ll dive a little deeper into DS9’s 3rd Season and closely examine what makes it so unique. Many significant changes occurred throughout the 26 episodes. We’ll highlight them by reviewing our Season 3 Honorable Mentions, Eps. 20 – 21, “Improbable Cause” and “The Die is Cast.” Continue reading DS9 ReWatch: S3 Honorable Mentions, E20 & 21
Seeking allies as they continue to run from both Starfleet and the Changelings, Seven reaches out to an old friend for help only to discover just how deep the shapeshifters have infiltrated Starfleet. Their dire circumstances force the Titan crew to debate extreme measures to turn the tables on Vadic. Continue reading Star Trek: Picard S3, E7 – “Dominion”
“Imposters” begins on the bridge of the Titan with a scene that shows operations slowly returning to normal after repairs. After escaping the attack from the Shrike and returning to Federation space, Picard and Riker prepare to face the music for their actions. Starfleet Intelligence has sent over a familiar face to meet them while Worf and Raffi seek a different way to get into Daystrom Station. Continue reading Star Trek: Picard S3, E5 – “Imposters”
The Titan is dead in space. The ship is slowly being pulled towards the center of the nebula. The severity of the situation is painted starkly when Riker discovers their best option is to divert all remaining power to life support to purchase four more hours before the entire crew meets certain death. “No Win Scenario” delves deeper into the characters as we explore the real dangers they face. The drama shifts from the crew fearing an external threats – Vadic and the Changeling spy – to an internal one – their own lack of faith and trust in one another. Continue reading Star Trek: Picard S3, E4 – “No Win Scenario”
For the most part, the acting in “Seventeen Seconds” is strong. Jonathan Frakes, Patrick Stewart and Gates McFadden, all deliver powerful performances. We’re given some two-person scenes where the theme of regret is highlighted. This episode has the responsibility of giving us answers to questions raised by this season’s story. Continue reading Star Trek: Picard S3, E3 – “Seventeen Seconds”