Loki: Journey Into Mystery (2021)
Season 1, Episode 5
6/10
This one could have been so much better
7 July 2021
Warning: Spoilers
Don't get me wrong. I loved the multiple multidimensional Lokis. I mean, who didn't! But overall, the episode felt like either it was just going through the motions or was very predictable/convenient. For example,

1. How is Sylvie an expert all of a sudden near the end of the episode on how to defeat Alioth (whatever the spelling) after just experiencing/encountering it for the first time ever.

2. The other Lokis laughing at our Loki's motivational speech was very predictable and cringe-worthy.

3. The scene between Renslayer and Hunter B-15 was very cliche and gave B-movie vibes.

4. So too was the scene where Loki and Sylvie share an intimate moment. Also, it was a bit of a drag.

5. It took Sylvie a lifetime to master enchantment and, what, our Loki was able to do it after a mere "We are stronger than we think" realization? Agreed, their life was on the line but still, it felt too convenient.

6. Why prune Mobius but "only" imprison Hunter B-15?

On the whole, the episode was a bit of a letdown. It was fun filled and action heavy, but the direction was messy, editing choppy, screenplay filled with clichés, and Alioth was a huge disappointment (at least so far).
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