Dominion (TV Series) The Narrow Gate (2015) User Reviews

Dominion does it again

[tarapays · 10/10 · 27 July 2015]

Engaging story lines. Dynamic characters. Beautiful cinematography. Haunting musical score. SyFy's Dominion has it all, and "The Narrow Gate" showcases these qualities like never before.

Fans of the series have long ago come to expect the unexpected from Executive Producer, Vaun Wilmott and his outstanding staff of writers, but the strong emotional base of this episode left many stunned. From the bold determination of Claire, to the bravery of Alex on his hero's journey, to the timeless unbreakable bond of brothers, "The Narrow Gate" is a roller-coaster ride for the heart, as well as the mind.

A brilliant storyline deserves to be told by an equally brilliant cast, and Dominion delivers. Roxanne McKee, Chris Eagan, and Tom Wisdom continue to deliver those heart stopping performances that keep the viewer coming back for more, but Carl Beukes easily stole the show. His heartfelt portrayal showcased his outstanding talent and elevated the series beyond normal expectations. In an episode filled with award worthy performances, Beukes shines brightest.

The themes of honor, sacrifice, vengeance, and betrayal play out against a backdrop of artfully created visual effects and a soundscape that is second to none. Bill Brown's musical brilliance greatly enhances our ability to connect with these characters and experience their emotions on an new level.

"The Narrow Gate" surpasses previous episodes, and leaves viewers anxiously wondering where do we go from here. Only time will tell with this "must watch" series, but we're guaranteed an epic journey.

Great TV that hits all the marks - DOMINION NAILED IT!

[JCarpenter-64-201940 · 10/10 · 26 July 2015]

From heart-pounding to heart-breaking, this Dominion episode nailed it! I loved season 1, but it seriously pales in comparison to season 2. And this episode raised that bar yet again.

It goes from tight, dark halls in New Delphi to amazing outdoor vistas in Mallory. And, of course, we spend a decent amount of time with Claire in Vega. Having access to the larger Dominion world makes this season seem even more epic.

Alex's powers continue to evolve and it seems that he's perfected his eviction skills. He's tougher, more confident and very determined to protect Claire and Vega from Gabriel's army. Chris Egan (Alex) really owns the character now. It's such a pleasure to watch.

Mallory's secret is finally revealed; at least part of it. We learn why the people have to confess their secrets to Laurel, but are left in the dark about the identity of the prophet. Of course, Michael steps up at the moment of truth. I won't say what happens, except that my heart may have skipped a few beats out of anxiety. Tom Wisdom IS Michael. They could not have cast that part better.

Tensions in Vega continue to grow as Claire attempts to quash the V1 rebellion. She displays a new toughness and cold ruthlessness when a military mission is unsuccessful. On the upside, she has a new ally in Gates, but his motives and allegiances are unclear at this point. Roxanne McKee (Claire) and Nic Bishop (Gates) have great chemistry. Perhaps a new on-screen couple? Time will tell...

Speaking of time--We get a glimpse of ancient Gabriel (Carl Beukes) and Michael at a time when Michael was delivering Father's justice and Gabriel was a kind and caring soul. The flashback really sheds light on the twins' relationship. Their brotherly bond is one of the things that adds the most texture to the show. In fact, Gabriel's reactions in this episode nearly broke my heart. Carl Beukes really should take a bow for that outstanding performance.

Through the entire episode, the music adds so much! Bill Brown is simply a musical genius. His work adds layer upon layer to every scene. The acting is great, but the music makes you really "feel" what you're seeing.

Vaun Wilmott and his writing team (Becky Kirsch for this episode) continue to do a phenomenal job of building the Dominion world and characters. This episode answered just enough questions to make it satisfying, but left enough mystery to leave us begging for more of the story. I highly recommend this series.

Amazing!

[seobright · 10/10 · 5 September 2015]

If you haven't started watching this show, you really need to. The Narrow Gate just about knocked me out of my chair and sealed the deal for me on Dominion. Tom Wisdom plays Archangel Michael flawlessly and in this episode he truly shines. Carl Beukes is fantastic in his role as Archangel Gabriel and both his and Tom's interplay between these two characters are believable and emotionally involving.

I really cannot say enough good things about this show. If you were put off by season one, please go ahead and get into season two. You will thank yourself. Give it another shot.

Please SyFy don't cancel this show. It's a personal favorite.