The Walking Dead: Lockdown – A Commonwealth Gone Cuckoo! (Season 11, Episode 17)
Originally aired: October 23, 2022
Alright, fellow walkers and talkers, let’s dissect “Lockdown,” shall we? This episode, man, it felt like the Commonwealth just went full-on panic mode. Pamela, bless her heart (not really), has officially lost it. Lockdown? Seriously? Talk about overreacting. But hey, that’s what happens when you’re clinging to power like a life raft in a zombie apocalypse, right? It’s giving major “I’m in charge, so everyone does what I say” vibes, and we all know how that usually works out.
So, what went down?
First off, the Commonwealth is officially a pressure cooker. Everyone’s trapped inside, the walls that were supposed to keep the dead out now feel like they’re keeping the living in. Talk about a metaphor, am I right? It’s like Pamela’s playing a real-life game of “Don’t Trust Your Neighbor,” and honestly, it’s working a little too well. The tension? Thick enough to spread on a walker’s… well, you know. You could practically taste the anxiety in the air.
Then there’s the whole Judith situation. Missing? In the middle of a lockdown? Yeah, that’s not gonna sit well with Daryl. He’s like a mama bear when it comes to Judith, and rightly so. This whole search for her adds another layer of “OMG, what’s gonna happen?” to the episode. My nails are officially bitten down to nubs. Seriously, I need a manicure after this.
And Negan? Oh, Negan. He’s always walking a tightrope, isn’t he? Trying to be a “good guy” (relatively speaking, of course), but still gotta survive. He’s stuck between a rock and a hard place, working with Pamela but clearly not happy about it. You can see the gears turning in his head, trying to figure out which way the wind is blowing. I’ve got a feeling he’s gonna have to make a choice soon, and it’s not gonna be an easy one. Will he stick with the devil he knows, or finally embrace his inner hero (or at least, less of a villain)?
What I found super interesting was the way the lockdown actually backfired on Pamela. Instead of quashing the rebellion, it just stoked the flames. People are starting to get fed up with her heavy-handed tactics, and you can see the seeds of a full-blown uprising being planted. It’s like, “Okay, Pamela, you wanna play dictator? Fine, but we’re not going down without a fight.” It’s giving major “French Revolution” energy, and I’m here for it.
Oh, and we got some more Elijah backstory, which is always welcome. The masked soldiers are still a bit of a mystery, but we’re slowly piecing together the puzzle. It’s clear there’s more to the Commonwealth than meets the eye, and I’m betting there are some serious cracks in the foundation. I’m calling it now: there’s a secret society within the Commonwealth, and Elijah is somehow connected.
Little things to watch out for:
Keep an ear out for the whispers and rumors among the Commonwealth citizens. They’re dropping hints about the resistance, and you might catch some clues about what’s to come. Also, pay attention to how the camera frames the characters against the walls. It really emphasizes their confinement and the feeling of being trapped. And finally, check out the lockdown procedures themselves. They tell you a lot about Pamela’s mindset and how she’s running the show. It’s all about control, control, control.
Relevant Tidbits and Speculation:
- This episode really solidifies Pamela as the final season’s big bad. She’s clearly willing to sacrifice anyone and everyone to maintain her power.
- I’m betting that Judith’s disappearance is connected to the growing resistance. Maybe she overheard something she wasn’t supposed to, or maybe she’s even involved herself!
- Negan’s arc this season has been fantastic. He’s gone from hated villain to complex anti-hero, and I’m really invested in seeing how his story ends.
- The masked soldiers are definitely going to play a bigger role in the final conflict. Who are they loyal to? Pamela? Or someone else entirely?
Final thoughts:
“Lockdown” is a great episode that really ratchets up the tension and sets the stage for the final showdown. It’s a powder keg waiting to explode, and I can’t wait to see what happens next! What did you guys think? Let me know in the comments!
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