Alone Season 3 Episode 8 Of Feast & Famine
- TVPG
- January 26, 2017
- 43 min
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8.1 (64)
Of Feast & Famine, the eighth episode of the third season of Alone, takes viewers deep into the wilderness of Patagonia where 7 remaining contestants face unique challenges that force them to rely on their survival skills to the fullest.
The episode begins with each contestant reflecting on their experience so far and their reasons for participating in the show. They are all feeling the effects of being in the wilderness for an extended period of time, such as lack of sleep, dwindling food supplies, and feeling more isolated from the outside world.
As the days go by, the contestants face a new challenge – finding food. They are all low on energy and need to find a way to feed themselves to stay in the game. One contestant observes an opportunity to catch fish in a nearby river, while another attempts to trap game in the surrounding forest.
As time passes, some are successful while others are not. The feast and famine theme rings true as some contestants manage to catch enough food for several days while others struggle to find sustenance. While food is scarce, contestants also grapple with other issues such as loneliness, homesickness and mental exhaustion.
While the contestants battle the elements, they also face another challenge – predators. In Patagonia, the wilderness is home to some of the most dangerous predators in the world, including the puma. One contestant faces a close encounter with the big cat, causing them to rethink their strategy on how to stay safe in the wilderness.
As the days pass, some contestants begin to mentally crack and the survival aspect of the show takes its toll. The isolation and constant struggle to stay alive overwhelms some contestants as they reconsider whether they have what it takes to stay in the competition. Others dig deep and persist, determined to outlast and out-survive their competitors.
Throughout the episode, viewers are given a glimpse into the inner workings of our human survival instincts. Through the lens of Alone, we are shown how we are capable of pushing ourselves beyond perceived limitations when it comes to survival. The determination and grit shown by the contestants become evident as they forge ahead despite all odds.
In the end, as with every episode of Alone, viewers are left in suspense as to who will remain in the competition and who will be sent home. The tension is palpable as we see the strategic moves contestants make to secure their place in the game, and the emotional toll the competition takes on each and every one of them.
Of Feast & Famine is yet another example of the compelling reality television that Alone showcases. The show provides a unique and intimate insight into the human capacity for survival and the lengths we will go to push ourselves to the limit.