The Walking Dead (TV Series) Made to Suffer (2012) User Reviews

Excellent Mid Season Finale

[slightlymad22 · 9/10 · 31 October 2014]

It's the mid season finale of AMC's "The Walking Dead" and the episode stars with a new bunch of survivors turning up at the prison.

Plot In A Paragraph: Michonne leads Rick, Daryl and co to Woodbury to rescue Glenn and Maggie. A new bunch of survivors arrive at the prison.

This episode is owned by Norman Reedus, he has impressed for a long time and here he is awesome.

Andrew Lincoln is as excellent as Rick as he always is, this season has seen a tour de force performance from him showing a range of emotions and now a full on action shoot out.

I still have a problem with David Morrisey as The Governor, but I suspect Michonne's actions may tip him over the psycho scale and he might get better. I seriously suspect Andrea will live to regret her actions here. Her character is another weak link. NOBODY can be that naive.

A great fort half of the third season all of the cat did well especially Melissa McBride, Steven Yeun, Danai Gurira, Michael Rooker, Lauren Cohen and Emily Kinney

Due to his storyline Scott Wilson hasn't been given as much to do as one would hope.

The Excellent Last Episode of this Year

[claudio_carvalho · 9/10 · 9 December 2012]

A small group of survivors reach the prison and Carl rescues them from an attack of walkers in the boiler room, but keeps them locked in a cell with water and supplies. In Woodbury, the Governor sees his daughter Penny in his room. When Merle and another local are preparing to execute Glenn and Maggie, Rick, Daryl, Oscar and Michonne breaks in the place and rescue the couple. There is a shooting and Oscar is deadly wounded, Daryl covers the escape of Rick, Maggie and Glenn. But Michonne stays, expecting to kill the Governor in his home but he is saved by Andrea.

When Michonne reaches the group, Rick believes that she had double- crossed them and takes his sword since Daryl is missing. Meanwhile the Governor accuses Merle of betrayal for the dwellers of Woodbuury and shows Daryl that was captured, accusing him of terrorism while the astonished Andrea watches everything.

"Made to Suffer" is another excellent episode of the Third Season of The Walking Dead and unfortunately the last episode of this year. The confrontation of Merle, Daryl and Andrea was expected and my guess is that Andrea will force the Governor to release the brothers.

The new group of survivors will probably reinforce Rick's team that has lost Oscar and Daryl. Carl is one of the most intriguing characters of this series, since he is a boy that is very mature due to the wild world where he lives. But only in February we will see the sequel of this outstanding story. My vote is nine.

Title (Brazil): "Made to Suffer"

Note: The IMDb personnel should be more careful with the release date; or at least, they should read the correspondence that the users send to them like I did advising that there was a problem with this title.

Note: On 11 April 2016, I saw this show again.

A bit clichéd but generally strong and exciting

[snoozejonc · 8/10 · 9 November 2021]

Rick and his crew make their rescue attempt for Glenn and Maggie.

This is an explosive and action packed episode with some memorable moments.

The plot is an escape thriller with shades of a mini 'Escape From New York' with the nature of Woodbury and the role of the Governor.

My favourite scene unfortunately is the most disturbing part in the Governor's private quarters. It is both gruesome, and from the perspective of a father with a young daughter, quite pitiful. There are some obvious contrivances for the sake of drama, but it's done very well from a technical perspective.

This is closely followed by the cliffhanger scene at the end which is a great satire of leaders catering to the groupthink, mob mentality that exists in most communities.

There are also a number of good moments back at the prison with new characters introduced and one comical moment regarding the subject of Carol's sexuality.

Generally I found the action scenes involving guns a bit clichéd and full of the kind of silliness you associate with pure action movies such as heroes with endless rounds of ammunition facing baddies who cannot shoot straight.

All performances are as strong as ever, particularly David Morrissey and Danai Gurira.

Powerful closing to the best half season yet

[tbmforclasstsar · 3 December 2012]

OK, so maybe there was a little less blood than I was expecting, but one thing is for sure: the first half of season three is the best run The Walking Dead has had in its two and a half season history. Full of new characters, suspense, and plenty of loss and agony, the show runner Glen Mazzara (who took over for Frank Darabont in-between seasons one and two) seems to have finally found his pace and form to make The Walking Dead successfully both in ratings and critical appeal.

Instead of taking a ton of time to recap this episode, let's just highlight some of the major moments and assume you actually watched the episode: Rick, Oscar, Michonne, and Daryl make their way in to save Maggie and Glen, Maggie and Glen try to escape the clutches of The Governor and Merle, a new set of characters enter the prison and Carl saves them from a zombie attack, Rick and the gang rescue Glen and Maggie and get in a gun fight, Michonne slays The Governor's daughter and puts a piece of glass in his eye, Oscar dies (add one black male and subtract one too…seen this before?), Rick think she sees Shane, and The Governor blames Merle for the 'terrorists' getting in and puts him and Daryl in the middle of a ring with a screaming crowd demanding their heads as the episode ends.

Yeah…there was a lot packed into this opener.

So let's break this down by groups. First off, Rick. Just when you thought Rick was getting back on track, he sees Shane in the middle of a gun fight. His delay in the hallucination actually costs Oscar his life. When Rick finally realized he was hallucinating on the phone a few episodes ago, he got to say his final goodbye to his wife (in his mind, of course). It felt like that was it; that Rick was back to being Rick and the group could move on from the tragic loss of Lori. But now it seems like that is not so. Shane showing up out of the fog shows that Rick has some serious problems in his sub-conscience. It has been a rough few months for Rick and it is really starting to take a physical and mental toll on him. How much longer can he last as a somewhat sane and wise leader of this group?

Michonne seems to have the best intentions in wanting to kill The Governor, but it is somewhat rash in a way as well. She doesn't really know anything for sure about him, she really just has her suspicions. Even when she finds the fish tank of heads, how can she know that he is keeping them for some sick or sadistic reason? Wanting to kill The Governor may in fact be the right instincts, but it seems strange that she quickly resorts to doing so without finding out more about the man. Is Michonne safe? Can the group trust a woman who, intentionally or unintentionally, is going to cause a full war between Woodbury and the prison residents? I'm not so sure. What I can say is by killing The Governor's zombie daughter, Michonne has awoken a not quite sleeping giant fully. The Governor is upset.

Speaking of The Governor, is this the moment where the full wrath opens up? What extents will he go to to take revenge for his dead daughter and his screwed up eye? Will this angry turn be doom for the prison group, or will it end up being a rash move that causes Woodbury to fall? And what will happen to his relationship with Andrea? Andrea, who finally knows that her group is close. Andrea sees Daryl at the end of the episode in the middle of the ring, and she must know that Rick and the group were the 'terrorists' that attacked Woodbury. And now that the curtain of the great and powerful Governor has been pulled back, can she continue to defend and trust him? Does she hold resentment towards the group for leaving her on the farm and will that factor into her loyalty in the second half of season three? To read the rest of the review (IMDb form too short) visit: http://custodianfilmcritic.com/the-walking-dead-3-8-made-to-suffer/

Actionpacked thrillride!

[and_mikkelsen · 10/10 · 12 January 2024]

This was a great episode with a lot happening and hardly any uneventfull moments!

The action was great as this was the first major conflict in terms of humans vs humans! I think it was well shot and directed and thrilling throughout! In true Walking Dead fashion you never quite know what outcome to expect!

The fight with Michonne and the Guvernnor was however the BEST part of the episode! It was viscious and gory with bloody consequences! It is clear that the Guvernnor is a changed man after this!

A man with nothing to loose.. is a dangerous man!

The end also promises some interesting development with Merle!

Great stuff with Carl too as he gets to take responsibility! Even some elements of horror!

This world is made for suffer.

[nmartini-04832 · 9/10 · 7 November 2018]

This world gets more brutal and brutal and people suffer more and more.

Fast Paced Mid season Finale!

[rawlingsedward18 · 10/10 · 6 September 2015]

Story:A new group comes upon the prison, Rick and the gang rescue Glenn and Maggie, Michonne has a gritty encounter with the Governor and Daryl is captured by the people of Woodbury.

This episode was very fast paced with exciting new developments. We see Glenn and Maggie make use of equipment by removing the bones of the dead walker's arm for weapons. The chemistry between these two is brilliant and this will flow well throughout the entire series. Him and Maggie attack Merle and his cronies before they are re- captured. Back at the prison, Carol is concerned when Axel appears to sweet talk Beth and Carl rescues a new group who has entered the prison. Rick, Daryl, Michonne and Oscar infiltrate Woodbury, then rescue Maggie and Glenn from being executed. Upon learning that Merle is at Woodbury, Daryl shows a desire to see his brother, but is quickly shut down by Rick. Rick and the others move out on to the street and exchange fire with the marines. Meanwhile, Andrea (who seems even closer with the Governor) is frustrated at not being allowed to participate in the attack. Rick gets Maggie and Glenn over the barricade to safety, while Oscar is shot and killed. Michonne who has escaped from the others, waits patiently in the Governors room when she hears a noise. She finds the Governors daughter and the Walker heads in glass jars. The Governor suddenly enters and Michonne kills his daughter. The two then engage in one of the series' most brutal one on one fights.Perhaps even better than Shane vs Rick in season Two. After some aggressive punches and glass to the face for Michonne, she ends the fight with a stab to the Governors eye. The creators have headed on a good course with Michonne and all we need now is some back story to make her an even more intriguing character. The episode ends with Daryl being captured and presented in the fighting arena to Merle, much to the shock of a clueless Andrea. All round this episode was very good and the deterioration of Rick has really become interesting. In this episode he envisions one of the marine's as Shane and kills him. After the death of Lori, Rick has become damaged, but this does not make him any less dangerous. Andrea is clearly confused with what side she is on after seeing both Michonne and Daryl. It is good to have two relatively new female characters (Michonne and Maggie) become just as bad ass as Rick, Glenn and Daryl.With Carol only slowly developing and Andrea becoming an interesting, but unlikable character, the show will still thrive through its diversity. There was not many prison sequences in this episode, but that was a good decision because the pace was kept with the attack at Woodbury.

Action-Packed Episode!

[g-bodyl · 10/10 · 28 September 2014]

This is the eighth episode of the third season of the Walking Dead and with all the happenings in this episode, you may not have time to breathe by the time the credits roll around. As a mid-season finale, this episode exceeded my expectations. We don't get too much in a way of walker violence, but the conflicts that did arise were between human to human and thus this creates several interesting scenarios.

In this episode, "Made to Suffer," Rick, Daryl, Oscar, and Michonne heads to Woodbury to rescue Glenn and Maggie, whom both attempted at a failed escape. Meanwhile, Michonne heads off to the Governor and creates both physical and psychological harm to him. Meanwhile back at the prison, another group of survivors enter the prison while escaping from walkers.

Overall, this is another amazing episode in what turns out to be the best half-season of this series so far. The cliffhanger is just brilliant especially when we see Merle and Daryl facing off against each other in an apparent battle to the death. This episode is action-packed and I'm awaiting to see what happens next. I rate this episode 10/10.

Suffering survivors

[TheLittleSongbird · 10/10 · 4 July 2018]

Had heard nothing but great things about 'The Walking Dead' from friends and IMDb reviewers. It took a while to get round to watching, both from being busy and also not being sure whether it would be my cup of tea. Finally getting round to it a few years ago and slowly working my way through it, having had a very long to watch and review list, 'The Walking Dead' turned out to be very much my cup of tea and as good as the hype made it out to be, have found it extremely addictive.

Actually really liked Season 2, where the weakest episode ("Cherokee Rose") was very good still, but do share others' feelings about many episodes being on the talky side and moments of slowness. Season 3 started excellently and keeps going strong with one of the season's best "Made to Suffer", which was brilliant. And a strong reminder of how Seasons 1-5 of 'The Walking Dead' to me were absolutely brilliant and seeing the show in its full glory days (Season 6 was uneven, Season 7 was a huge disappointment and am still debating whether to watch Season 8). It is as emotional, complex and as tense as one would expect , at the same time it has adrenaline and guts.

It still shocks me at how an intelligent, well-made (so much so that it is easy to mistake it for a film) show about zombies could be made when so many films have tried and failed abysmally to do so.

"Made to Suffer" is one of the tightest, most exciting, most harrowing, most suspenseful and most emotionally investable episodes of the show in general. One of the season's best.

Like all the episodes of the show, "Made to Suffer" is incredibly well made in the production values, with gritty and audacious production design, photography of almost cinematic quality, effects that look good, have soul and are not overused or abused and pretty frightening make-up. The music is haunting and affecting, having presence but never being too intrusive.

The writing generally is intelligent and thought-provoking, with lots of tension and emotional resonance and still shows signs of character complexity and multiple layer storytelling. The more eventful scenes are thrilling and terrifying as well as uncompromising.

Appreciated the ever strong and still progressing story and character building. The human drama is balanced well with the action, which the episode wastes no time in getting to. Also that the pace is never dull or rushed. There is a lot of tension and the ending is memorable.

Everything is tautly paced without rushing through the more important parts and emotionally complex. The world building is stunningly immersive and effective. Direction is smart and atmospheric while the show throughout has been strongly acted. Andrew Lincoln is superb, as is Norman Reedus (even more so in fact). Laurie Holden does a good job and Andrea's interesting development is appreciated, though at times she is written rather too naively (my only small complaint of the episode but over-lookable with everything else being so exceptional). David Morrisey is suitably sinister and mysterious.

Overall, brilliant. 10/10 Bethany Cox

Midseason finale!

[rutherford-27210 · 9/10 · 26 March 2021]

Perhaps my favorite season 3 episode yet. It's either this or Killer Within. This episode is notable for introducing some new characters, having a very creative fight scene, and where the Governor is starting to come into his own as a villain. I enjoyed Merle being blamed for the assault because he didn't kill Michonne, and Darryl was left behind. My only real complaints are Andrea is irritating me. The guy had a zombie in his room, for god's sake! Also, Michonne is very badass, but hopefully, she will be given more depth by the end of the season. Overall amazing episode! Episode rating: 9.

Governor's Daughter?

[inefableataraxia · 10/10 · 21 December 2018]

The Governor want to take control of the prision and kill everyone in there. Chaos has overun the community when Rick and the rest go save Maggie and Glenn. Michonne go to the Governor house and discovers the walker child Penny. The daughter of the Governor. The Governor begs for mercy but Michonne kilss the walker. This enrage the Governor who ends losing an eye. He is now furious with Merle too. So he put Daryl which was just captured and Merle in the arena as traitors and criminal respectively. It was an amazing episode with lots of action going on.

It's time for Merle change sides.

[XueHuaBingYu · 8/10 · 30 July 2019]

This episode shows how Andrea is so stupid. The governor guy wants to keep out Andrea from knowing those people who came to their town is her previous group. But Andrea is so stupid that she couldn't see his intention. And when she meets with Mich again, she also wants to blame her for what she did. She was with the governor guy, so, she blames Mich, the one who saved her life. Unbelievable! Even the governor guy didn't save her and she trusts such a man? I really hate Andrea now.

I think Merle can see the truth now. He didn't betray anyone. And he didn't lead anyone in. Yet, the governor guy said he was the one who betrayed and lead those people into town. So, if he wasn't that dumb, he will know it's time to change sides. I want to see he changed sides in the next episode.

It's good to see that Mich finally killed Penny. I know that she's just a little girl, but it's zombie now. So, killing her doesn't make Mich bad. It's only bad that Mich didn't kill that governor guy. I also want to see whether Carl saved those people is right or wrong. I hope Rick and the rest will never get hurt again.

All in all, this episode is kind of a fine episode, but it shows that some people's royalty and some do whatever it takes to protect his own ass. So, I'd say it's still okay and I can't wait to see the next and next episodes.

The plot thickens

[mm-39 · 7/10 · 2 March 2013]

The plot thickens! Woodbury is attack so Ricks groups can rescue the groups members. Made to Suffer is an action filled episode! Made to Suffer episode created the main plot for rest of the season. Who will live, and what will happen to the two groups is an excellent storyline. The governor and Rick feud has started. Governor and Rick will match wits as the two tribes will battle. The Walking dead will be similar to the book Lord of the flies. A well directed and acted series with a great storyline. Walking Dead will I believe become a bigger episode as the season progresses. I give Made to Suffer a seven out of ten. I wonder if a unpopular member will be back with the group soon.

As a mid-season finale, "Made to Suffer" skillfully wraps up existing storylines while setting the stage for future developments

[fernandoschiavi · 9/10 · 6 March 2024]

"Made to Suffer" introduces viewers to a gripping mid-season finale that delivers on the promise of conflict, betrayal, and heartbreak. The assault on Woodbury by Rick's group is executed with precision and intensity, showcasing the series' ability to stage compelling action sequences that are both strategic and emotionally charged. The chaos of the attack serves as a backdrop for personal vendettas and revelations, particularly the poignant encounter between Daryl and his brother Merle, now aligned with The Governor.

This episode excels in depicting the thin line between friend and foe, as allegiances are tested and the true nature of characters is revealed under pressure. The introduction of new survivors from Tyreese's group at the prison adds another layer to the narrative, presenting fresh dynamics and moral dilemmas that echo the series' ongoing exploration of community and survival.

The fallout from the Woodbury raid exposes the vulnerabilities and cracks within both communities, setting the stage for internal conflicts and the reevaluation of leadership roles. "Made to Suffer" also deepens the character arcs of The Governor and Andrea, whose complex relationship is tested by the events of the raid and the revelations it brings to light.

As a mid-season finale, "Made to Suffer" skillfully wraps up existing storylines while setting the stage for future developments. The episode's blend of action, character development, and moral complexity cements its place as a pivotal moment in the series, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the fallout and the continuing struggle for survival in a world where the lines between right and wrong are perpetually blurred.

9.5/10

[CillianMurphyEnthusiast · 10/10 · 17 August 2023]

Very underrated mid-season finale. The very first scene introduces Tyreese's group. I didn't really like anyone in their group. Tyreese was a good character but he was used as a teddy bear and there was an episode that was literally just an excuse to kill him off. Sasha was annoying and nobody even knows who the other 2 are. Sadly, Oscar was shot while helping Glenn get on the bus during the escape. He was the best prison group member and should've lived longer. The fight between Michonne and The Governor was really good. Michonne only won because she got the upper hand with her sword and then the shard of glass. The Governor losing his eye was so cool and he looks even cooler when he gets his eye patch. Seeing Rick hallucinating Shane was a really cool scene. (Wow, that's a terrible ending for the review but I can't think of an outro sentence.

To silvermisto

[fuad_tarin_58 · 10/10 · 12 October 2021]

U said merle didnt betray anyone and the guvernor pointed him out! Do u even pay attention when you watch the show if i may ask?

The guvernor pointed Merle out because Merle said that he killed Mischone some episodes ago. He said she was dead. He lied to him. That is the reason. And its a good damn reason.