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So we've got another picture concerning season four of the Walking Dead and it looks like the Governor has found a new base of operations: a Big Spot retail store.
I think the name of the store is originally Big Lots, but they obviously can't use the name of a retail store without permission from the actual chain. The name does the job for me and it also looks like there is a military camp outside of the store from what it looks like, but let's take a look at the pictures:
So the first picture we have is the store Big Spot, based off of Big Lots so they don't get sued. I'm actually really excited because I said in one of my previous posts (I forget which one) that a great location would be a grocery store or department store of some kind. It's big, there's tons of supplies and it's pretty secure aside from the glass windows. You could definitely set that place up to be like paradise in a zombie apocalypse.
Now, I'm assuming that the Governor is going to find his way here, but there is the chance that it could be a totally different group that is living here. An idea I had would be for a different group to be staying here, have the Governor, Martinez and Shumpert come to live with them, and have the three of them take it over. But that's just an idea and we don't know for sure if this is indeed the Governor's new spot.
I'm of the mindset that it is because he has to go somewhere and it would make perfect sense. Who knows, maybe he knows about it when he set up Woodbury. Maybe they could meet up with a military-type group because there is military stuff outside like tents and debris. I think this new set is going to be better then Woodbury because aside from the wall and the torture room, the rest of the community was just bland. It'll be interesting to see how they film in this department store and what kinds of new things they'll be able to do in terms of the set design. Plus, you also have all the military tents and equipment outside, which makes the place that much cooler to stay during a zombie apocalypse.
Season four production for The Walking Dead began on Monday and AMC has already released the first picture of season four. I really like that as they're filming, they are releasing a bunch of stuff just like last season. I didn't even expect a picture to be released this early, but nonetheless, here is the picture:
So it's basically a picture of Rick standing in the forest and probably outside of the prison. You also have a walker in the background and Rick either doesn't care or doesn't see it coming. Other then that, there's not really much you can speculate. It's the first picture, it's obviously very cool and it gets me even more excited for season four.
Now that AMC has released one picture, I assume there will be more coming in the near future. Last year for season three, there was a lot of stuff that came out in that June-July-August range, so I'll be doing more posts once more information is released.
We've also heard about a new character being played by Lawrence Gilliard Jr. playing Bob Stookey, who was the town drunk of Woodbury in the comic book series. I'm interested in seeing what they'll do with him in the television series because you could have him live with Rick's group and them have him betray Rick and work with the Governor. What would make the most sense is to have the Governor run into him on the road, but we'll see what happens.
Last night, season three of The Walking Dead came to an end. There was blood, there was guts and there was heartbreak, literally. After the finale, I realized that I have to wait half of a year to see season four.
SPOILER ALERT! SPOILER ALERT! DON'T PROCEED IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THE FINALE!
Overall, my reaction to the episode was, "I did not see that coming." I thought there was going to be a much higher body count among the main cast, and Rick was going to leave the prison. But in the end, Rick and Co. not only remained at the prison, but they welcomed some new neighbors as well. Meanwhile, Woodbury has become a ghost town.
We began with the Andrea and the Governor, with the Governor torturing both Andrea and Milton. Poor Milton finally got on the Governor's bad side when he burned the pit walkers, and has to pay the price. Milton's no wimp, but he isn't really a violent person. He's not Glenn, who can take a beating and get back up. When Milton is beaten, he stays beaten.
Regarding the situation with Andrea, even I could pick up a pair of pliers faster than she did. Literally. If a dying man who is going to eat you tells you to hurry up, then stop yapping and hurry the hell up.
So this is how most thought the episode would go: The Governor attacks the prison to find out that Rick and Co. are gone. They destroy the prison then find and kill characters like Hershel, Carol and Beth. But we were dead wrong. Instead, our heroes cleverly laid down a trap for the Governor and his army. It was funny to see the people of Woodbury running for their lives.
Enter Dark Carl: give him half a reason and he kills his own mother, so that poor Woodbury kid didn't stand a chance. I think Carl's philosophy of "better safe then undead" has kept him alive against all odds, so he's doing something right.
Boy, was this a surprise? When the Governor kills his entire army but Martinez and my man Bowman, it was definitely shocking. I think this certainly made it easier for Rick and Co. to safely move back into the prison and for the people of Woodbury to join them. It also got rid of a whole bunch of Woodbury people who were not relevant to the series whatsoever. By the way, props to Karen for pulling a Carol and hiding behind a dead body to prevent being killed. In all seriousness, she tells Rick and Tyreese the whole story so everybody can join hands now, right?
Surprsingly... yes. But not before the Governor's previous work comes back to haunt them once more. Andrea fought valiantly (and slowly) for the pliers to free herself and kill Milton before he could kill her. While she managed to put him down, he still got a big chomp out of her neck. And that was how Rick, Daryl, Tyreese and Michonne found her.
Now that Andrea has died, let's take a look back on her sometimes irritating plot this season. It was Andrea who made the wrong decision when Michonne wanted to leave Woodbury, Andrea didn't capitalize on three occasions to kill the Governor, and Andrea who didn't save herself by just going back to the prison when the opportunity presented itself. But in the end, she was completely redeemed by her own words, "I didn't want anyone to die." She didn't want her friends to die, the people of Woodbury, Michonne, and even the Governor for awhile. That may not be the same Andrea as the comic books. But she is still brave, noble, and she gave her life working for a better world.
Despite the shocking death of Andrea and half the population of Woodbury, things ended on a high note this season. The prison wasn't abandoned as most predicted, and only two relevant characters died. It wasn't the explosively shocking season finale we expected, nor was it the season finale to leave us in suspense all summer long. But after this season, it's almost a relief to have things end the way they did.
Some questions to answer for next season: Where have the Governor, Martinez and Bowman gone? Will they return to attack the prison in season four? Will Tyreese and the other Woodbury refugees adjust to prison life or will they be at odds with Rick's group? Will we see a softer side of Rick next season? Will Morgan join the prison group? Who will Carl kill next? We've got half a year to ponder over these questions, fellow zombiephiles.
Oh, how a week goes so fast in anticipation for the The Walking Dead Season 3 Finale. As D-Generation X used to say, "Are you ready?!?!?"
I am, and so are millions of other Walking Dead fans around the world, so here are my predictions for the Season 3 finale, Welcome to the Tombs.
By the way, just because Season 3 is ending doesn't mean that I'm shutting down The Walking Shin Report. I'll be posting about any information, casting and much more on Season 4, and I'll be posting my reviews on the comic series as well.
***SPOILER ALERT!!! IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN SEASON 3, I DON'T WANT TO BE THE ONE WHO SPOILS THE EVENTS FOR YOU***
Sneak Peek #1:
Sneak Peak #2:
Promo:
Alright, so the conclusion of Season 3 is upon us. Season 3 has been great so far, and I'd say it's been better than Season 2. Last episode, titled "This Sorrowful Life" was one of the best episodes of the entire season. After the scenes of last episode, everyone knows that there is not going to be peace between Rick and The Governor.
The Governor took what happened to his group as an attack against him and Woodbury from Rick and the group, even though not all of them were there. Obviously, The Governor has revenge on his mind. I think The Governor believes that if he kills Ricks' group, then Andrea, who is still trapped in that dentist chair, will have no choice but to stay with The Governor. Obviously, The Governor wants Michonne as well for her killing his daughter and wanted Merle for not capturing Michonne and "betraying" Woodbury. In addition, The Governor really doesn't like Rick either because he's the leader of another group, and The Governor wants to be the head honcho, so to speak.
So let's start with the promo. We finally see Andrea for the first time since she was captured by The Governor, and she has a big gash on on her head. That just goes to show how brutal The Governor has gotten over the course of Season 3. The next part is The Governor punches somebody, and I think its probably Milton, as he and The Governor's relationship as turned a bit sour in recent episodes.
So the next part shows Michonne pissed off at Rick and doesn't really trust him. I think she is a part of the group but she's still mad at the fact that Rick considered handing her over to The Governor. Knowing Rick's character, I wouldn't think he'd even consider handing her over, at least my view on that. It looks like Carl and Beth are packing up the cars as well, which makes me believe that they are indeed leaving the prison. Martinez then shoots one of the towers down at the prison to end the promo.
In the first sneak peek, we have Carl is packing and looking at family pictures. There isn't much to say other then that the prison group is packing, leaving or doing something as it looks. I think they're leaving completely, but there could be a possibility that they go back to the farm.
The second sneak peek is where the action really begins. You have the Governor's group, which includes 20-30 people, attacking the prison and all armed to the teeth. The you have Allen opening up the doors to the tombs and the sneak peek ends there. I'm thinking there's something behind that door, but I'm not positive on what it could be. I'm thinking it's a ton of walkers, but there's a good chance I could be wrong.
So as far as deaths go, I think it's safe to say that a good majority of The Governor's army will die tonight. As far as relevant characters, I think Milton, Martinez, Allen and, of course, The Governor will bite the dust on Team Woodbury. I think Hershel, Beth and Judith will die on Team Prison, and if I'm right, I'd like to apologize to Maggie and how she will feel if they do indeed die. This leaves Rick, Carl, Daryl, Carol, Glenn, Maggie, Michonne, Andrea, Tyreese and Sasha surviving tonight's season finale. Also, I'm of the mindset that Morgan Jones will return tonight in some capacity. Whether Rick goes to where Morgan is or Morgan goes to the prison, although I doubt he know where it is located, I believe Morgan will return tonight somehow.
I can't wait to see the epic conclusion of Season 3. Get your popcorn ready, because it's going to be one hell of an episode. I'll have my review out tomorrow and I'll probably end up doing a review on the entire season and give you my thoughts on it. Enjoy the episode, everyone!
