The Serpent Queen season 2 episode 3 review, “Death of a Prince”
As a dedicated gamer and history enthusiast, I have to admit that I was thoroughly captivated by The Serpent Queen season 2 episode 3, “Death of a Prince.” This episode was a rollercoaster ride of intrigue, drama, and suspense.
In the second episode of “The Serpent Queen” season 2 titled “Death of a Prince,” Catherine deals with both internal and external turmoil. The arrival of Queen Elizabeth adds excitement and intrigue, as she proves to be an engaging character. Here’s a summary of what transpired in this episode and my thoughts on it:
Queen Elizabeth is a fun character
As soon as Minnie Driver’s portrayal of Queen Elizabeth I of England graced the screen, I was eager to pay my respects to this monarch. The actress brings a unique perspective to this significant historical figure, and I find her both amusing and clever. Antoine’s wife journeys to England to negotiate the trade deal that coerced Catherine into it, and I have a feeling Elizabeth is an expert at manipulating situations to her advantage.
Certainly Catherine is our preferred queen this season, yet she’s not the sole intelligent and cunning monarch. It’s beneficial that we keep Mary, Queen of Scots, or at least this portrayal of her, imprisoned. Without confinement, Mary could become unstable, leading to potentially dire consequences. I apologize, Mary. Your stay in there may be extended, and unfortunately, your fate might not be a pleasant one. I crave more Queen Elizabeth in the storyline, please.
Focusing on the royal children
In this episode, the spotlight was on Charles and Anjou, two royal siblings who constantly clash. Anjou, known for his fiery temperament, poses a significant challenge. However, an unexpected bond emerged between them and Diane. The children seem to adore her, and she returns their affection. Remarkably, even Anjou heeded her advice at times. Their respect for Diane, despite her role as their father’s mistress, added an intriguing layer to the narrative.
Sadly, she’s not present to oversee them all the time, not even when Anjou and Hercules go hunting and encounter some Protestants who seemed peaceful but didn’t want any conflict. However, an unexpected incident occurs: one of the men asks Anjou to reform himself. This request touches a nerve in Anjou, leading him to act impulsively and shockingly – he drowns the man instead of allowing him to re-baptize him.
The scene was incredibly harsh and disturbing for an onlooker. Anjou didn’t consider the repercussions of his actions, which ultimately resulted in one of the Protestant men hurling a rock that struck Hercules, inflicting a severe head wound. It seems unlikely that Hercules will survive, given the title of the episode.
Grading The Serpent Queen season 2 episode 3
The tale is engaging as it unfolds in three distinct locations: Italy with Catherine, France with the monarch offspring, and England with Queen Elizabeth. Surprisingly, the shifts between these locales didn’t disrupt the story’s rhythm for me. I’m intrigued by Catherine’s half-brother, but I’m not certain if his subplot holds my full attention just yet. Let’s wait and see how it unfolds.
In summary, “The Serpent Queen” season 2 episode 3 advanced the plot nicely, heightened the existing conflicts introduced in episodes 1 and 2, and began shedding light on the new characters and their problems for this season. Although Catherine’s palace subplot seems a bit disconnected to me at present, I enjoyed the episode as a whole. Rating: A. Join us next Friday as we discuss episode 4!
The Serpent Queen season 2 airs/streams Fridays on Starz.
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2024-07-27 05:24