IR TV Review: LOKI - EPISODE 5 [Disney+]

The essence of personality for Loki becomes even more defined in Episode 5, leading into the series (or at least Season 1 conclusion) of "Loki". This reflection is interesting since every character reveals a point of personality even if they are less than human. Richard E. Grant, seen in the mid credits in Episode 4 brings his trademark eccentric nature to his part. One might only think that if he came of age in the mid 2000s instead of the early 90s. he would indeed doing this kind of part like Hiddleston. The fluctuation of intent pushes throughout the episode and the intent becomes clear but also the understanding of the best one to make decisions. At one point on the sde of the hill, the perspective becomes even more clear even as the bombast of the episode becomes higher. To say more would spoil the episode. The idea of betrayal, as warranted, is still to be seen, but never put it past a Loki of any range. It just seems in the end, even if they look to be of a better nature, Lokis get the short end of the stick. A-

By Tim Wassberg