Ep 4. Young Bloods
- TV-14
- July 1, 2012
- 41 min
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7.3 (806)
As the second season of Falling Skies progresses, the stakes continue to rise for the human survivors of an alien invasion that has decimated the earth's population. In the fourth episode of the season, titled "Young Bloods," viewers are introduced to a new group of survivors who are struggling to find their place in a world that has been forever changed.
The episode opens with Captain Weaver and Tom Mason traveling to a nearby city in search of supplies. Along the way, they encounter a group of teenagers who are surprisingly skilled at fighting off the aliens that have taken over their town. The teenagers, who call themselves the "young bloods," are led by a charismatic young woman named Jeanne. Despite their youth, the young bloods are determined to fight back against the alien invaders and protect their community.
Meanwhile, back at the 2nd Mass base, tensions are running high between Hal and Ben Mason. The brothers are both attracted to Karen, a young woman who was rescued from the aliens earlier in the season. Hal is trying to pursue a relationship with Karen, while Ben is suspicious of her motives and believes that she may still be under the aliens' control. As their rivalry intensifies, it becomes clear that Karen's presence is threatening to tear the Mason family apart.
As the episode progresses, the young bloods become more involved in the fight against the aliens, and it becomes clear that they have a lot to teach the more experienced members of the 2nd Mass. However, their inexperience also puts them in danger, and the episode culminates in a harrowing battle that leaves both sides reeling.
Overall, "Young Bloods" is a tense and action-packed episode that showcases the strengths and weaknesses of the human survivors in the aftermath of an alien invasion. The addition of the young bloods adds a new dimension to the show's already complex narrative, and their struggles to find their place in this new world are both relatable and heart-wrenching. For fans of the show, this episode is a must-watch.
