Emotional Resolution Prevails Constantly in Star Trek: Discovery
In a nutshell, Star Trek: Discovery, the boisterous saga that repeatedly shouts its strengths instead of subtly whispering them, presents episode 5 of season 4, aptly named "Mirrors." This episode, much like the show itself, isn't shy about exploring diverse storylines concurrently.
The primary focus is on Michael Burnham and Book, who find themselves in a surreal crossover with Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, not in a witty Lower Decks fashion, but simply gracing the classic Enterprise sets. Here, they uncover Moll and L'ak, key figures who are more than just villains for the sake of villainy; their backstory reveals personal struggles, abandonment, and a deep-rooted yearning for romantic love and acceptance.
While trying to connect with Moll, Book grapples with their shared past with Booker the Fourth. Simultaneously, back on Discovery, Rayner takes command and leverages his newly gained insights about the crew to aid Burnham when things take a tumultuous turn.
Individually, these elements are intriguing, but when assembled, they feel a bit disjointed. The show seems to be hammering in an overarching message about universal affection, understanding, and connections. However, the execution leaves some of these elements feeling underdeveloped or hastily added as afterthoughts.
Despite these minor shortcomings, "Mirrors" effectively doles out suspense, action, and a dash of wistful nostalgia as characters delve into their pasts, and ultimately, manage to extricate themselves from the extradimensional pocket safely. As the story unfolds, it's impossible not to wonder if love will ultimately be the beacon that guides our characters through the remainder of their journey.
On a related note, if you're curious about the specific plot points and character arcs of "Stormy Weather," the next episode, check out forum discussions, episode guides on sites like Memory Alpha or TrekCore, or simply tune in to catch the episode itself. Happy exploring!
Discussion on Star Trek: Discovery's episode 5, "Mirrors," has led to debates about its format, as the plot explores multiple storylines concurrently, reminiscent of the show itself.The 23rd-century classic Enterprise sets serve as a backdrop for an alternative reality encounter between Michael Burnham and Book, featuring flashbacks to the past of key villains Moll and L'ak from Io9's Star Trek universe.Rayner, now in command on Discovery, strategically uses his knowledge of the crew to support Burnham during a dramatic turn of events.In the future, it remains to be seen if universal connectedness will be the guiding strength for the characters, as they navigate through their journeys on both Discovery and theEnterprise.
