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Let’s see the promotional photos of The Killing season 2 episode 6 titled “Openings” which will air on April 29.

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Want to see some spoiler photos of The Killing season 2 episode 5? The episode titled “Ghosts of the Past” will air on April 22.

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Here are the spoiler photos of The Killing season 2 episode titled “My Lucky Day.”

Episode 2 will air on April 1.

Exciting episode huh?

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Here are the spoiler photos of The Killing season 2 episode 1 titled “Reflections.”

The two-hour season 2 premiere of The Killing will air on April 1.

What can you say about the photos?

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Photos:

• Episode 6: Openings
• Episode 5: Ghosts of the Past
• Episode 2: My Lucky Day
• Episode 1: Reflections

Spoilers:

The Killing season 1 finale didn’t get the best reactions from the fans. And now, creator Veeda Stud answers the questions raised against it.

The showrunner sounds out of touch with the criticism being leveled at a conclusion that did not reveal Rosie’s killer, but did randomly turn Holder evil. Check out what she told The Hollywood Reporter this week.

“It’s a good feeling to know people are watching and talking about the show. I mean, the last time I felt this personally myself, and saw this type of reaction, was when The Sopranos ended its run. If the show can be in that company, it’s a deep compliment.”

Additional things to consider:

• The Sopranos is not considered an all-time great due to how its finale left viewers in the dark over Tony’s fate. Its reputation was built long before that, through tense, unique, gritty, emotional storytelling.
• Sud appears to have fallen into the same trap as countless screenwriters since The Sixth Sense. The goal is not to shock just for shock value; it’s not to base an entire film or season on an unexpected reveal. The goal is for that reveal to be a rewarding, logical payoff to a well-planned, well-paced story.

For those who have given up on this show Sud has something to say for you: ”I want to let people know and assure fans that they will know who killed Rosie Larsen in Season 2.”

You can check The Killing Season 2 Reviews and Spoilers HERE.

Some fans felt that they were betrayed by The Killing. Imagine waiting for a whole season only to be left tricked on the season finale. Let’s see what can showrunner Veena Sud say on this matter.

The murderer was not unveiled. Holder turned out to have a hidden, evil agenda. For a show whose tagline at the start of the season asked “Who Killed Rosie Larson,” viewers were left reeling by what many feel was a manipulative, unsatisfactory conclusion.

What does Sud have to say about this?

“We never said you’ll get closure at the end of season one,” the producer told Alan Sepinwall of Hit Fix. “We said from the very beginning this is the anti-cop cop show. It’s a show where nothing is what it seems, so throw out expectations… This season is 13 days in a high-profile murder investigation. And for the most part, most high-profile investigations don’t get solved in 13 days.”

Will we actually learn who killed Rosie on season two? Yes, Sud says.

“I can tell you there will be a resolution to this investigation in season two and there will also be the emergence of another case in season 2, but I can’t tell you specifically where either of those happen.”

As for the shocking reveal concerning Holder, Sud says it was always planned and that her team aimed to “create a sense and a perception of he’s one thing, then the revelation, ‘Oh no, he’s not,’ and then another twist on that idea.”

What’s your take on the season finale of The Killing? Did you like it or not?

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It is safe to say that since episode 1 of The Killing we really do not have any idea on the identity of Rosie’s killer. Now on season 1 finale, has anything changed? Well, based on the disappointments of most viewers, I can say that we are still left clueless. At least we know why this series was renewed for season 2. What happened? Let’s dig in.

TV Fanatic: I’m sure this fact alone has angered many fans into feeling strung along with no closure. I too wished that I finally knew Rosie’s killer, but at the same time, I’m also pleased that everything wasn’t wrapped up so quickly and neatly.

Did I really want the killer to be Richmond anyway? No. Not a chance. That outcome would have felt anticlimactic, especially because he was already revealed to be “Orpheus” in last week’s episode.

Granted, the way that “Orpheus Descending” began, held my tensions with its possibility of a Richmond dark side. The creepy way that he spoke to Linden about the tale of Orpheus, while remaining hidden in the shadows, spun his good natured character to a whole other level. Even Linden felt a fear that was illuminated and enhanced by the computer’s glow.

However, once Linden left Richmond’s home, any feeling of Richmond’s guilt disappeared. His real crime was not knowing where the light switch was located.

In fact, while Linden desperately and (surprisingly) emotionally searched for more clues, I continued to have a hard time being convinced that Richmond would be connected. Even when he was finally arrested, I was unimpressed and simply waiting for when all the clues would truly reveal the killer.

I’ve had a hard time all season finding anything interesting concerning the campaign. Maybe it’s because the characters involved with the political portion haven’t been explored as intimately as some of the others on the show. Sure, Jamie is a political shark and Gwen gets jealous. Richmond clearly has feelings for his dead wife still, but what do we really know? There hasn’t been enough about their personal lives to make me care or become excited when these characters come on screen.

At least with the Larsens, I’ve had a chance to witness their struggles and everyday experiences. Stan has shown growth as a character and the ability to make me feel sorry for his loss despite his horrendous actions towards Ahmed. He’s not an evil man. Plus, coming home to reunite with his family showed his understanding of moving forward after his little bit of soul searching.

As for Mitch, it was disappointing to watch this mother openly abandon her other two children. I agree that her feelings and actions needed to stop for the sake of the children, but to ditch out altogether? As much pain as she feels for losing Rosie, it’s no excuse to forget about your other kids.

My interest truly peaked though, when Linden discovered that the photo Holder revealed was a fake.

How could you, Stephen Holder!? Have you found your way to the dark side?

Holder has been my favorite character on this show and Joel Kinnaman has brought him to life in way that is a delight to watch. His charm, wit, and intriguing demeanor create for entertaining screen time. Finding out that this good guy could now possibly be a bad guy was certainly jaw dropping.

The questions surrounding him have me eager to see the direction his character is headed. At what point did he go rogue? Was it from the beginning? Was he doing it for money? Was he actually trying to solve the Larsen case at all? Who was he working for?

Linden’s big reveal paralleled with Belko pulling a gun on Richmond was a shocking conclusion for an otherwise average episode. Thank goodness there was no cliched gunshot over a blackened screen.

In the end, it’s the two characters of Linden and Holder that will have me returning for next season. Their chemistry and fresh characterizations make for entertaining television, although I’m sure the dynamic is soon to change. As for Rosie? I guess I can wait a little longer to find out who killed her. Then again, It might just be like real life. Sometimes we don’t get all the answers simply because we want them.

The Killing is definitely a unique drama. It may not be as successful as The Walking Dead, but it surely gets its share of the viewing audience. And now here is the good news for all, there will be season 2!

Multiple sources are reporting that AMC has renewed the series for Season 2, a week before the Season 1 finale airs. It certainly looks like the murder mystery from the first season will be wrapped up in the coming week, so the question is what will the second season be about and how many characters will return?

While not a breakout hit like The Walking Dead, The Killing has been a solid success for AMC with strong reviews and a loyal audience. So what are your expectations for The Killing season 2?

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It was a great night for Linden and Holder on episode 12 “Beau Soleil.” The picture is really getting clearer after the discovery of some little secrets. So what really happened?

TV Fanatic: Just because Richmond is Orpheus doesn’t necessarily make him Rosie’s killer. Sure, the ominous shot of his hidden face in the doorway made him look menacing and the creepy questions about drowning were eerily reminiscent of the way in which Rosie died. Is that enough to convict him of a crime?

It would be easy to point the finger again, but let’s remember what happened to Bennet Ahmed because of it.

Perhaps instead of a freaky water and drowning fetish, Richmond was simply looking for companionship in an effort to remember his dead wife and talk out his feelings of regret and loss.

Did his wife drown and he simply couldn’t imagine the pain and suffering she endured before her death? Was he responsible? Maybe her death occurred due to a kayaking accident. There was a photo of the two kayaking together.

Sometimes, just when you think you know someone, you really know nothing at all.

So, while Richmond’s question of guilt lies waiting for the finale, “Beau Soleil” did finally create the big connection between the murder and the political campaign.

This significant reveal, while seemingly inevitable, included a buildup that maintained a gripping tension until the end. It was great to see Linden, Holder, and even Richmond’s campaign advisor, Gwen Eaton, all discover Richmond’s ties to Beau Soleil and Rosie. Despite the fact that all three characters learned essentially the same fact, each reveal felt equally important and edge-of-your-seat fantastic.

Additionally, with the pickup of case information, last episode’s character development and missing Jack storyline weren’t abandoned. The personal matters certainly touch a deep nerve with Linden and it seems to be the one area that really breaks her stone concentration. She truly cares deeply for her son and the arrival of her ex didn’t change that.

Similarly, Stan illustrates a passion for his family that extends towards a willingness to do anything for them. I’m glad he was able to speak his mind after Mitch met him at the jail. I understand that everyone has their own way of dealing with grief, but enough with the whining and lashing out. It’s gotten old and I’m not interested in attending her pity party. If she doesn’t get herself together, I can foresee her marriage taken a negative and broken turn.

Overall, this is an outstanding episode. The show really gave us a wonderful show so far. Next week’s season finale will definitely be a blast. So what do you expect?

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