There’s hardly any way around Joker: Folie à Deux these days. Regardless of whether you love the film or hate it: the controversial sequel dominates the pop culture discourse and poses many exciting questions about what exactly we expect from such a blockbuster. However, it’s not the only DC project currently causing a stir.
Three weeks ago, The Penguin, the very first spin-off series from the DC universe founded by The Batman, officially named Batman Epic Crime Saga carries. So far, it feels like the gangster drama is flying under the radar of many fans. This apparently changed with episode 4 at the latest.
The Penguin Episode 4 reveals the gruesome backstory of mafia affiliate Sofia Falcone
With Revenge (originally: Cent’ Anni), The Penguin delivers a 59-minute masterpiece that brings a character to the fore that doesn’t play a role in most live-action DC Comics adaptations. We’re talking about Sofia Falcone (Cristin Milioti), daughter of the feared mafia boss Carmine Falcone (Mark Strong).
In the previous episodes, Sofia turned out to be a force on the streets of Gotham that should not be underestimated. Even protagonist Oswald “Oz” Cobb (Colin Farrell) didn’t have the Falcone daughter on his screen before she slowly crept up behind him from the background of the picture and sent a shiver down his spine.
The fourth episode of The Penguin delves into Sofia’s past and tells a similar story disturbing and tragic storywhich is entirely in line with the series’ greatest strength: every detail that is revealed and every decision that is made precisely hones the complexity and complexity of the characters.
With a focus on Sofia’s story of suffering and the exhausting emancipation from her family and especially her father, The Penguin delivered one of the best hours of television of the year. The episode, which currently has a rating of 9.5 out of 10 points has been praised in the highest tones.
The Penguin causes storms of enthusiasm: Cristin Milioti is a revelation as Sofia Falcone
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The revelation of what Carmine did to his daughter in particular brought tears to many people. The Penguin really took no prisoners this week.
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After the first three episodes it was clear that Cristin Milioti was the secret star of the series. Now fans are campaigning for her Emmy nomination.
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Here’s a little hymn to Milioti’s splendid performance:
The fourth episode of The Penguin was a chilling glimpse into a broken character. Cristin Milioti delivers that Presentation of her life off as we watch her Sofia fall apart in a twisted narrative. An episode that captivated me the entire time and left me standing there with my mouth open.
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Wherever you look, the fans are excited:
The fourth episode of The Penguin is one of the best hours of television I have ever seen. This series surpasses itself with every episode herself. Cristin Milioti’s portrayal of Sofia is out of this world. What an actress.
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Even Colin Farrell can’t keep up:
Don’t get me wrong, Colin Farrell is an absolute stunner in The Penguin, but tonight’s episode is an impeccable example of why Cristin Milioti is true star of the series is. Watching her bring to life the evolution of a woman accepting the role forced upon her by her own family was chilling.
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The range of emotions that Cristin Milioti covers in the fourth episode of The Penguin alone should guarantee the series’ entry into many best lists.
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If you’ve still hesitated as to whether The Penguin is really worth it: Episode 4 at the latest should be reason enough to take a look at the tough DC series.
Where can you watch The Penguin in Germany?
While The Penguin is always broadcast on Sundays on HBO in the USA, the new episodes in this country arrive one day later on Sky and the associated streaming service. That means: Every Monday A new chapter appears that takes us deeper and deeper into the criminal underworld of Gotham City.
The Penguin consists of eight episodes in total. There will probably not be a second season because the series conceived as a miniseries which is intended to lead directly into the events of The Batman Part II. The DC sequel starts in German cinemas on October 1, 2025. The Penguin continues on Monday next week.
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