[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for Orphan Black: Echoes Season 1 Episode 5 “Do I Know You?”]
Orphan Black: Echoes takes viewers 30 years back to unravel the story of Kira (Keeley Hawes), who created the printout now known as Lucy (Krysten Ritter), and it’s a tale of love.
Ritter portrays Eleanor in flashbacks, a professor who catches the eye of Kira (played by August Winter in the flashbacks). Their romance blossoms after Kira begins working with another professor, and viewers witness their journey from the early stages to moving in together, getting married, facing challenges in having a child, and eventually losing Eleanor to Alzheimer’s. Kira couldn’t completely let go of her wife, leading to the creation of Lucy.
Creator Anna Fishko describes this episode as a significant moment in the season, offering a glimpse into the underlying themes of love and loss. This love story sheds light on Kira’s motivations and sets the stage for the rest of the season.
Ritter expresses her enjoyment of playing a different character in this episode and highlights the emotional performances by Kihlstedt and Hawes. The episode delves into the complexities of grief, love, and difficult choices.
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Kihlstedt reflects on her role as Eleanor and how she approached portraying a character with a younger version played by Ritter. The episode provides insight into Kira’s actions and sets the stage for the second half of the season.
Lucy’s perspective of Kira remains unchanged, despite learning the truth about their past, as she continues to navigate her own life. The mystery of Jules’ origin remains unresolved, leading to a common goal for Kira and Lucy in the upcoming episodes.
What are your thoughts on Kira and Eleanor’s love story? How has it influenced your perception of Kira’s actions? Share your opinions in the comments!
Orphan Black: Echoes, Sundays, 10/9c, AMC
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