The first two were good, but character development really began to happen in this one. It was in this shows Third Season that it really drew my attention. Why in the name of Sisko did trek never cast Tony Todd as a permanent crew member in another series? This guy just has the right stuff, he's like a 6ft4 version of Jeffery Combs in the talent department. This is the first part of our Worf political drama TNG mini series.
This is what a good captain does for a loyal crew member. I can't honestly remember the two of them bonding before this? I believe Worf has some bro-times with Riker though. Nice to see Picard going the extra mile for Worf. The reality we experience is a compromised society controlled and bended to the will of those with political power. He's basically a Klingon who has read Klingon novels that portray the Klingon's as a truly honorable and courageous people. I have always maintained that Worf is a Klingon romantic. All of the main actors in this episode are in fine form as well but Todd steals the show. Tony Todd is one of those guest stars who absolutely crushes every scene and piece of dialogue he is given. Well, another review bestowing the virtues of Tony Todd as Kurn. The final scene of all the Klingons ceremonially turning their back on our favorite security officer is absolutely brutual and one of the most powerful scenes in the show's history. With his excommunication, Worf is no longer welcome here. Even so, Worf sacrifices himself for the Empire. Here his brother and him are up against the upper class who are able to dictate the narrative of past history. He realizes that honor only matters when it's convenient.
He's a Klingon with a bit of an optimistic view on Klingon culture (as he's mostly viewed it from afar) and this episode changes that a bit. This has been the best Worf-centric episode we've received thus far. Worf must go to Qo'noS and clear his father's name at any cost. The two Klingons dad is now labeled as a traitor. Their father has been recently disgraced by the Klingon high council and blamed for the slaughter that killed Worf's parents. But it is soon revealed to Worf and the audience that this has all been a test and Kurn is Worf's little brother. Surprisingly the most animosity is between this new Klingon Kurn and Worf. There's a big culture clash between the Star Fleet crew and this new arrival. This time it's a Klingon coming aboard as acting first officer. In "Sins of the Father" the Enterprise takes part in another officer exchange program. This is an 8.5/10 for me but I round upwards. All performances are excellent with Michael Dorn, Tony Todd and the Klingon cast all on great form. The visuals are excellent with a number of great scenes on Qo'Nos that have well designed sets, nice cinematography with atmospheric lighting. Captain Picard has a strong episode and not only portrays great devotion and loyalty to his crew member but gives an important contribution to a main plot line. His characterisation along with the writing of all the Klingon characters and society contains some highly imaginative detail. Central to this is Worf, who leads the episode with his most compelling screen time of the show so far and participates in scenes that give insight into the Klingon culture.
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The plot is very interestingly structured as it starts of by presenting a 'Captain Queeg' type situation before it flies off in an unexpected direction and kicks off a big series arc. This is a highly enjoyable episode that further develops the Klingon culture through the character of Worf. Overall, while this plot unfolds very slowly over several episodes, it is exceptional and among the better stories in season three.Įnterprise takes a Klingon first officer on board as part of the exchange program, but it has major implications for Worf. Additionally, it was very nice to see Picard act at Worf's second-a very touching scene. Their inflated sense of honor is actually just a ruse and Worf's love of everything Klingon is certainly put to the test. I really enjoyed this episode because it gave wonderful insights into just how dishonorable and dysfunctional the Klingons could be. It seems that their father was recently blamed for the attack, long ago, on Kitimer and it's up to the family honor for the pair to go before the Klingon High Council and restore his honor.or die trying. This is because Kurn is actually Worf's brother-and the pair have a huge task ahead of them. Kurn is very strict and disliked by the crew but things are worst for Worf, as Kurn is extremely nice to him-an obvious insult to a Klingon! Eventually, Worf has had enough and he's ready to rip Kurn's head off-at which point you learn that Kurn was testing him to see if he was indeed a Klingon in spirit. In this case, the Klingon, Kurn, is now acting commander. 'I never kill anyone at the supper table.'-Commander Kurn When the episode begins, there is another exchange between the Klingon and Federation.