Given the respective storylines you can’t expect the trio to feel anything less, but it certainly gave the episode a dour tone. With not one but two men at Fraser’s Ridge so full of joy the episode quickly turned into a brooding group of men, topped off by a drink-happy Jamie who was still in mourning over Murtagh’s death. But even that joy was short-lived as it soon became apparent he was also struggling with some dark passengers. The one light moment of the episode came with the return of Ian Murray (John Bell), who was last seen living with the Mohawks. Those moments were made even more tragic when viewers learned Roger never even had a chance to speak up for himself before that noose went around his neck, and that he was one of only three men who were randomly selected to be hanged from a larger group. It was an all-around dark episode, filled with horrific flashbacks that filled viewers in on what had happened to Roger in between his kin knocking him out and the Red Coats hanging him. That story shift meant the focus became about Roger overcoming his shell shock and returning to Bree, who tried to remain patient as she felt her husband slip further and further away. (In the novels he loses his voice permanently as a result of damaged vocal chords, so that was a twist for all viewers). Most of the episode, which picked up three months following those harrowing events, focused on Roger’s recovery and inability to speak despite nothing being physically wrong with him. But “Outlander” is known for taking risks with its devices, and by using the silent film flashbacks sparingly (and relegating them to Roger’s vantage point) it worked. It’s always jarring when the show plays with storytelling devices because period pieces as a rule need viewers immersed in the world they’re creating. In retelling what happened in the moments following the discovery of Roger by that tree, the format switched to a black-and-white silent film reel. ‘Justified: City Primeval’ Episode 5 Ponders How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep - SpoilersĮnter the clever transition to the episode’s silent film device. As was the entire exchange at the top of the episode when a 1969 Roger explained the importance of last words to a small class before exiting to take in a silent film marathon with Bree (Sophie Skelton). Roger’s famous last song to Jemmy, “Oh, My Darling Clementine,” was certainly foreshadowing. Without it, as the episode showed, he was lost.Īlthough fans of the books knew what was coming, there was plenty of lead-up towards the moment Jamie (Sam Heughan) cut the character down from that tree and learned he was still breathing. Without the ability to fight or acclimatize to other masculine jobs of the time, Roger’s voice has been the one consistent in maintaining some kind of contribution to society. VAT Status: MThis is a charity auction and a percentage of the auction proceeds will be donated to Scottish Women's Aid, the lead organisation in Scotland working towards the prevention of domestic abuse, and Women's Aid Ireland, a national frontline organisation which has been supporting women and their children experiencing domestic violence in Ireland for over 45 years.Roger Mackenzie (Richard Rankin), and his treatment in the televised world of “ Outlander” has been controversial among fans, but the show has been working for weeks now towards a huge emotional payoff that came to fruition with Sunday night’s “Famous Last Words.” By hitting viewers over the head just how important Roger’s voice is - both as a scholar in the 1960s and as a musician in the past - learning he lost that voice following his hanging at the Battle of Alamance was the worst thing next to death. Small rip present on bottom edge of front page and minor edge wear.ĭimensions: 30 cm x 21 cm x 0.5 cm (11.8" x 8.2" x 0.2") Watermarked with "Maria Doyle Kennedy" on each pageĪdditional Information: Autographed by: Caitriona Balfe (Claire), Sam Heughan (Jamie), Duncan Lacroix (Murtagh), Maria Doyle Kennedy (Jocasta), Lauren Lyle (Marsali), John Bell (Young Ian), César Domboy (Fergus), Ned Dennehy (Lionel Brown)Ĭondition: Very Good Learn more about Prop Store's condition statements hereĪdditional Condition Notes: Bound with a large metal clip. An unexpected visitor arrives at the Ridge. Brianna tries to help Roger overcome the trauma he has endured. Scene Reference: Episode 5.8 - The Frasers must come to terms with all that has changed in the aftermath of the Battle of Alamance Creek.
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