Are You from Pinner?

Call me a crazy killer but that's one of the better origin stories i've ever seen. I wasn't very excited for this episode since i've seen some pretty bad origin stories / bottle episodes out there but this was the most serious episode of the show yet, and truly delivered a spectacle worthy of Villanelle's character. This has skyrocketed my respect for this show as not just a hugely entertaining one but as one with possibly massive dramatic heft as well.

I can't quite put my finger on it, but there's something about the direction in this episode that makes it seem so different from any others of this show before. It might the looming sense of dread throughout, and it really made for a wholly unique experience for me (when coupled with the usual comedy/offbeat moments). This may signify a big change in this show or it may not, but the way I look at this show and go in to every episode has certainly changed. Villanelle has received a massive boost to her character, and hopefully the show utilizes this and continues to build her up as we reach the conclusion of Season 3.

P.S. Jodie Comer is an amazing actress, but let's not forget about the surroundings here.. the episode was also fantastically written and directed to support her performance!

It baffles me that not everyone has given this 10/10. I think people might change their mind in time. It's an absolute monster of an episode and critics will look back and see this as a stand-out, pivotal chapter.

It plays out like a self-contained movie, with a gentle build up, set more in the genre of a character drama than a violent thriller.

Jodie is the force that drives this episode. And the devious writing toys with our perceptions of Eve's character based on all that we know of her so far. The result is that there are twists and surprises around every corner.

It's a massive achievement that in the limited running time of one episode, they introduce us to a whole new set of characters, each of who we get to know intimately by the end.

In addition, this episode leaves behind the comfort zone of Killing Eve's regular format to bring us something really brave and special. The acting is outstanding, Jodie's performance is at the very least a BAFTA grabbing one, and the finale is both shocking and utterly satisfying.

And just when you think the genius can't be topped, the final scene enters the realm of the sublime, and leaves you with goose-pimples prickling up your spine.

I hope the user reviewers reconsider their luke-warm reviews and give this another chance!

Jodie Comer, just one word, BRAVO. Awesome acting. Good script with intrigue along the episode. Before the episode, we were guessing what direction this all was taking. Now, we have even more to guess.

That last train scene deserves a Golden Globe. Wow,i had chills. Such an outstanding actress, she NEVER disappoints. I also loved the atmosphere in this episode, Shannon Murphy is a great director.

It seems like this season the writers are trying to expand the world of Eve and Villanelle with bigger stakes and showing Eve and Villanelle are just a small part of a much bigger picture. Following this approach arrives this background episode that explores Villanelles past. Jodie Comer gives a performance that justifies all the awards that she has won so far. We don't only understand Villanelle better as a person but as a sadistic killer. No further explanation is needed as the final shot of this episode gives us all we need by itself.