Rick struggles to cope. Andrea and Michonne part ways. Daryl and Maggie head out to find food and clothes for the baby.Rick struggles to cope. Andrea and Michonne part ways. Daryl and Maggie head out to find food and clothes for the baby.Rick struggles to cope. Andrea and Michonne part ways. Daryl and Maggie head out to find food and clothes for the baby.
Sarah Wayne Callies
- Lori Grimes
- (credit only)
Melissa McBride
- Carol Peletier
- (credit only)
Vincent M. Ward
- Oscar
- (as Vincent Ward)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaThe adult actors who play zombies gargle with a blood staining mouthwash while child actors who play zombies are given better tasting flavors than adults.
- GoofsGlenn, Axel, and Oscar dig three graves (apparently for Lori, T-Dog, and Carol). Later, when Daryl puts a Cherokee Rose on one of them, all three have been filled in. At that moment, only one of them (T-Dog) could have been buried.
- Quotes
[Daryl feeds Rick's baby some formula when he comes up with a baby's name]
Daryl Dixon: Yeah... You like that? Huh? Little ass-kicker.
Daryl Dixon: [Daryl looks to the group as they chuckle] Right? That's a good name, right?
Daryl Dixon: [Daryl continues talking to the baby] Little ass-kicker. You like that, huh? You like that, sweetheart?
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Walking Dead: The Journey So Far (2016)
- SoundtracksSaturday Night Special
(uncredited)
Written by Edward King and Ronnie Van Zant
Performed by Lynyrd Skynyrd
Featured review
"Say the Word" skillfully balances character development with the series' thematic depth
"Say the Word" juxtaposes the stark realities faced by Rick's group in the prison with the illusionary peace of Woodbury, offering a deep dive into the psyche of its characters as they grapple with recent losses. In the aftermath of "Killer Within," the episode showcases Rick's spiraling descent into grief and madness, as he confronts the ghost of his dead wife in the bowels of the prison. This storyline is a poignant exploration of loss and the isolating effects of grief, highlighting Andrew Lincoln's compelling performance as he navigates Rick's complex emotional landscape.
Meanwhile, Woodbury presents a disturbingly idyllic counterpoint, as The Governor orchestrates a gladiatorial combat to entertain the town's citizens, revealing the dark underpinnings of his control over the community. This dichotomy between the two settings serves to underscore the theme of appearance versus reality, questioning the moral compromises individuals and societies are willing to make in the name of safety and normalcy.
"Say the Word" also delves into the dynamics of leadership and responsibility, with Daryl stepping up in Rick's absence to care for the newborn baby, symbolizing hope and innocence amidst the chaos. His compassionate leadership contrasts sharply with The Governor's authoritarian rule, offering a meditation on the qualities that truly make a leader in a world gone mad.
The episode ends on a note of foreboding, with Michonne's decision to leave Woodbury setting the stage for future conflicts. Her skepticism of The Governor and Woodbury's utopian facade acts as a catalyst for the unfolding drama, emphasizing the series' ongoing exploration of trust, betrayal, and the fight for autonomy in a post-apocalyptic world. "Say the Word" skillfully balances character development with the series' thematic depth, providing a nuanced examination of the human condition under extreme circumstances.
Meanwhile, Woodbury presents a disturbingly idyllic counterpoint, as The Governor orchestrates a gladiatorial combat to entertain the town's citizens, revealing the dark underpinnings of his control over the community. This dichotomy between the two settings serves to underscore the theme of appearance versus reality, questioning the moral compromises individuals and societies are willing to make in the name of safety and normalcy.
"Say the Word" also delves into the dynamics of leadership and responsibility, with Daryl stepping up in Rick's absence to care for the newborn baby, symbolizing hope and innocence amidst the chaos. His compassionate leadership contrasts sharply with The Governor's authoritarian rule, offering a meditation on the qualities that truly make a leader in a world gone mad.
The episode ends on a note of foreboding, with Michonne's decision to leave Woodbury setting the stage for future conflicts. Her skepticism of The Governor and Woodbury's utopian facade acts as a catalyst for the unfolding drama, emphasizing the series' ongoing exploration of trust, betrayal, and the fight for autonomy in a post-apocalyptic world. "Say the Word" skillfully balances character development with the series' thematic depth, providing a nuanced examination of the human condition under extreme circumstances.
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- fernandoschiavi
- Mar 4, 2024
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- Douglasville, Georgia, USA(on location)
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- Runtime43 minutes
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- 16:9 HD
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