With Carl recovering, the group puts their focus on finding Sophia. Glenn and Maggie go for a trip to find supplies.With Carl recovering, the group puts their focus on finding Sophia. Glenn and Maggie go for a trip to find supplies.With Carl recovering, the group puts their focus on finding Sophia. Glenn and Maggie go for a trip to find supplies.
- Bloated Well Walker
- (as Brian Keith Hillard)
- Walker
- (uncredited)
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Did you know
- TriviaThe flower Cherokee Rose (Rosa laevigata) is the state flower of Georgia. It grows throughout Georgia and can survive many different climates including drought. The flower is not indigenous to North America, it is native to southern China and Taiwan and can be found as far south as Laos and Vietnam. It was introduced to the southeastern United States around 1790 and is considered an invasive species.
- GoofsThe premise of getting the walker out of the well is invalid and pointless. Once the water is contaminated with any kind of disease vector it would be considered unsafe to drink.
- Quotes
[Daryl tells Carol the story of the Cherokee rose]
Carol Peletier: A flower?
Daryl Dixon: [Daryl hands Carol the flower he picked] It's a Cherokee rose. The story is that when American soldiers were moving Indians off their land on the trail of tears the Cherokee mothers were grieving and crying so much 'cause they were losing their little ones along the way from exposure and disease and starvation. A lot of them just disappeared. So the elders, they, uh, said a prayer. Asked for a sign to uplift the mothers' spirits, give them strength and hope. The next day, this rose started to grow right where the mothers' tears fell.
Daryl Dixon: [Daryl pauses] I'm not fool enough to think there's any flowers blooming for my brother. But I believe this one bloomed for your little girl.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Walking Dead: The Journey So Far (2016)
This episode is notable for its character development, particularly that of Daryl, who emerges as a complex and deeply empathetic figure. His dedication to finding Sophia and his sharing of the Cherokee Rose legend with Carol are poignant moments that reveal his inner strength and kindness. These moments are significant, as they not only provide emotional depth to Daryl's character but also serve to strengthen the bond between the survivors, highlighting the theme of found family that is central to the series.
"Cherokee Rose" also advances the narrative arc concerning the mysterious barn on the Greene property. The tension over Glenn and Maggie's discovery of walkers in the barn sets the stage for future conflicts, both within Rick's group and between the group and the Greene family. This subplot is masterfully woven into the episode, providing a sense of foreboding that contrasts with the episode's overall theme of hope.
Additionally, the episode explores the budding relationship between Glenn and Maggie, adding a layer of human connection and romance to the series. Their relationship serves as a reminder of the importance of personal connections and moments of joy, even in the darkest times.
In summary, "Cherokee Rose" stands out for its exploration of themes of hope, resilience, and the importance of human connection. It balances moments of tenderness and bonding with the underlying tension of the group's precarious situation, making it a vital episode in the series' narrative arc. The episode's ability to evoke a range of emotions, from hope to apprehension, showcases the series' storytelling prowess and its exploration of the human condition in the face of apocalypse.
- fernandoschiavi
- Feb 28, 2024
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