Analyzing Episode 2 of "The Walking Dead" with Frank Darabont and Others

This article is for those who have seen Episode 2 of "The Walking Dead." This five minute reel for "Guts" breaks down the episode with help from director Frank Darabont, actors Andrew Lincoln, Steven Yeun, Laurie Holden, Michael Rooker, executive director Gale Ann Hurd and many others. Character motivations, character arcs, the dissolution of society and primal lust are just a few of the topics discussed in the clip. The most interesting element in the video is Hurd's discussion of the episode's title and the chopping of one of the walkers. This was the highlight of the show for this zombie watcher. For those who have not seen the episode, what are you waiting for? The clip is inside (with spoilers).

The synopsis for Episode 2 - "Guts:"

"Rick unknowingly causes a group of survivors to be trapped by walkers. The group dynamic devolves from accusations to violence, as Rick must confront an enemy far more dangerous than the undead" (AMC).

2nd Episode Released: November 7th, 2010 (Television).

Director for Episode 2: Michelle MacLaren ("Breaking Bad," "X-Files").

Writer for Episode 2: Frank Darabont (The Mist, The Shawshank Redemption).

Cast: Emma Bell, Jon Bernthal, Andrew Lincoln, Jeffrey DeMunn, Laurie Holden, Alexyz Danine Kemp, Derrick Mcleod, and Adam Minarovich.

The spoilierific promo' reel is here:



There is also an extended clip from Episode 2 at the AMC entitled "The Smell of the Dead" (below):

"The Smell of the Dead" at the AMC


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