Ep 6. Donar The Great
- TV-MA
- April 14, 2019
- 52 min
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7.3 (1,363)
American Gods season 2 episode 6, titled "Donar The Great," explores the relationship between Wednesday and his son Donar, also known as Thor, as they reunite for a night of debauchery in Chicago. As they roam the streets, they encounter a series of characters that challenge their beliefs and leave them questioning their own identities.
As Wednesday and Donar recklessly indulge in alcohol and drugs, they attract the attention of a group of neo-Nazis who mistake Donar for a real god and invite him to speak at their rally the next day. Meanwhile, Laura and Mad Sweeney continue their journey to reunite with Shadow, encountering a new ally in the process.
Throughout the episode, Wednesday and Donar's complex father-son dynamic is further revealed, as Wednesday struggles to come to terms with his son's abandonment of his divine duties and Donar grapples with his own identity as a god and a mortal man. As they confront their respective shortcomings, they are forced to confront the harsh realities of the modern world and question whether their existence as gods is still relevant in a society that no longer believes in them.
With stunning visuals and powerful performances, "Donar The Great" is a thought-provoking episode that delves deep into the core themes of the American Gods universe, exploring issues of identity, faith, and the meaning of divinity in a changing world. As the series continues to evolve, this episode serves as a poignant reminder of the complex relationships and conflicts that drive the narrative forward.