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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “The Whirlwind”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Apr 9, 2019 | Television

We’re at the end of The Punisher’s second season. “The Whirlwind” is the last episode of both the season and the series. Let’s dive right into five thoughts on the end of Netflix’s version of Frank Castle. Since this is the end of the series, there are plenty of spoilers ahead. 1. The epic battle […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Collision Course”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Apr 2, 2019 | Television

We’ve reached the penultimate episode of The Punisher’s second season. Here are five thoughts on “Collision Course” This recap contains spoilers. 1. Finally, John Pilgrim Last week wasn’t a tease. We left off with Pilgrim hot on Frank’s trail last episode, and pick up with him in the thick of the action. Moreover, he’s the Pilgrim from […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “The Abyss”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Mar 26, 2019 | Television

It’s time for five thoughts on The Punisher’s “The Abyss,” the 11th episode of season two. This recap contains spoilers. 1. Karen Page returns. Deborah Ann Woll’s portrayal of Karen Page is one of the things I’ll miss most from the Netflix/Marvel shows. Her Karen has strength and compassion unlike any other character in the Netflix shows. You […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “The Dark Hearts of Men”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Mar 19, 2019 | Television

It’s time for five thoughts on The Punisher’s “The Dark Hearts of Men,” the tenth episode of its final season. Be aware: spoilers follow. 1. A significant shift in storytelling and mood “The Dark Hearts of Men” is framed and indirectly narrated by a conversation, set 24 hours earlier, between Madani and Dr. Dumont. They discuss Frank and […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Flustercluck”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Mar 12, 2019 | Television

Here’s your recap of “Flustercluck,” the aptly-named (albeit misspelled) ninth entry of the second season of The Punisher. Let’s dive in, but be warned: spoilers follow. 1. The Punisher Pity Party. “Flustercluck” opens with Frank returning to the trailer where he left Amy. Curtis, Madani, and Amy are all waiting for him, after spending a night commiserating. […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “My Brother’s Keeper”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Mar 5, 2019 | Television

We’re back with a recap of “My Brother’s Keeper,” the eighth episode of The Punisher’s second season. Let’s get started but be warned: spoilers follow. 1. Curtis is my hero. In the last episode, Frank told Curtis to stay on the car as he went to confront Billy. I was mystified by the entire exchange, thinking there […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “One Bad Day”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Feb 26, 2019 | Television

Welcome back, Punisher fans! Here’s your recap of episode seven, “One Bad Day!” As you might expect, there are spoilers here. 1. A cloudy glimpse into what happened to Madani. We’ve seen Madani struggle for the first half of the season. Last season she was shot in the head. This year she’s back on the […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Nakazat”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Feb 19, 2019 | Television

Frank and Amy find out what Pilgrim wants from her. At the same time, Billy makes his moves, and Pilgrim hits the unclean city. We’re back with episode six of The Punisher’s second season, “Nakazat.” Spoilers ahead. 1. Not a typical trip to one-hour photo. So, when Amy said she was being pursued because she […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “One-Eyed Jacks”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Feb 12, 2019 | Television

In “One-Eyed Jacks,” the fifth episode of The Punisher’s second season, an old friend finally makes his appearance and wastes no time causing trouble. Madani finally faces her fears, and Billy makes a friend. As always, there are spoilers. 1. Turk! Turk’s new career as a legitimate businessman is interrupted when Frank shows up outside his head […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Scar Tissue”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Feb 5, 2019 | Television

After three episodes of almost non-stop action, The Punisher’s season two takes a little bit of a break in chapter four. But after only a short pause, a chance to catch our breath, “Scar Tissue” puts the hammer down again. Let’s dive into five thoughts about The Punisher’s “Scar Tissue.” Be advised: spoilers ahead. 1. […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Trouble the Water”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Jan 29, 2019 | Television

The first season of The Punisher worked with villains and a cast that we were already familiar with. While we learned more about why Frank’s family was killed and what he did in the military, there were few surprises. Season two, on the other hand, has added to the cast and the setting. We’re in new territory, […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Fight or Flight”

By Eric Goebelbecker | Jan 22, 2019 | Television

The first episode of The Punisher’s season two ended with Frank was on the road with “Rachel,” fleeing the gang that tried to kidnap her. But, is fleeing the right word? Here are five thoughts on “Fight of Flight,” the second episode of season two. This review contains spoilers. 1. Fight or flight indeed. Frank […]

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Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “The Whirlwind”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Collision Course”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “The Abyss”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “The Dark Hearts of Men”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Flustercluck”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “My Brother’s Keeper”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “One Bad Day”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Nakazat”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “One-Eyed Jacks”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Scar Tissue”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Trouble the Water”

Five Thoughts on The Punisher‘s “Fight or Flight”

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