Star Trek Discovery 2.04 ‘An Obol for Charon’ Breakdown
Star Trek: From the Holodeck is a fan broadcast dedicated to breaking down, analyzing and discussing all things Star Trek.
This week Mike and Dave discuss and breakdown Star Trek Discovery’s season 2 premiere 02.04 ‘An Obol for Charon’. A mysterious sphere threatens the U.S.S. Discovery even as May, in her original form, implements a plan that puts Tilly’s life in danger. Saru and Burnham’s bond grows when Saru is forced to acknowledge a deeply unsettling Kelpien truth. Pike receives new intel on Spock from a loyal friend.
Some Topics Discussed:
- The pacing of the season so far has been excellent.
- It’s obvious that Kurtzman analyzed the entirety of season 1 and he recognized the narrative issues and is now course correcting.
- Using Spock as a McGuffin has helped with keeping the show focused.
- No. 1 was everything she needed to be and more.
- The ethics of General Order 1 and what it means for Saru’s species.
- and more!
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