Club gave the episode a C, also criticising the flashback story, and also how easily Zelena was defeated; saying that "Unfortunately, this fate/destiny exploration lands in an episode that is maddening even by OUAT standards. As Mary Margaret goes into labor, the residents of Storybrooke try to prevent Zelena from stealing her newborn baby for use in her evil plan. [7], "Sunday Final Ratings: 'Once Upon a Time', 'The Simpsons', 'Dateline' & 'Resurrection' Adjusted Up; 'The Good Wife' Adjusted Down", "'Once Upon a Time' recap: Ding Dong, the Witch is Dead? Click here for all our WonderCon coverage. Toto runs off, and Red insists on helping Dorothy track the dog, after Dorothy initially goes the wrong way. Brad Dourif or Robert Carlyle Films/Episodes I've seen. In fact, any mention of the baby or her character’s interest in it was strictly off limits. It just felt like Once Upon a Time in Oz. It is photographed beautifully too. 2 of 3 people found this review helpful. "[4], Christine Orlado of TV Fanatic gave the episode 4.6 out of 5 stars. Click the button below and wait for a message from our Facebook bot in Messenger! “Like, [she’s] after a baby. Was this review helpful to you? In this episode Zelena kidnaps Snow White's baby, while flashbacks show Zelena's past with Glinda the Good Witch of the … As David Nolan, Mary Margaret, Emma Swan, and Henry Mills arrive at the hospital for the delivery of the baby, Dr. Whale is there and ready to prep. This FAQ is empty. Dao Dinh Gia Bao, When 'Once Upon a Time' first started it was highly addictive and made the most of a truly great and creative premise. Back in the land of Oz, Glinda tries to convince Zelena to fight her evil tendencies and join her as a protector of Oz. And to top it all off, Snow and Charming's royal bundle of joy had finally been born, kidnapped, and returned to his loving parents -- all before the couple even had a chance to give the baby a name. The loss of Zelena's powers results in her flying monkeys returning to human form, including Little John (who is nearly beheaded by David). Choose an adventure below and discover your next favorite movie or TV show. Zelena wastes no time at all, taking out anyone that stands in her way, including knocking out Belle, which greatly upsets Gold. Moments later after Glinda shows her the land she is giving to Zelena, both Glinda and Zelena witness a green cyclone arriving and it reveals debris being left behind and along with it, a young girl from the outside world, who Zelena finds among the rubble. “Because I’m wicked, and wicked always wins.”. "Kansas" is another great episode if not quite one of the season's best. Although it won its timeslot for the fourth week in a row, the episode placed a 2.1/6 among 18- to 49-year-old adults, with only 6.86 million viewers tuning in, a one-point drop from the previous outing.[3]. Really loved the idea of turning familiar fairy tales on their heads and putting own interpretations on them and the show early on clearly had clearly had a ball. Weekend Box Office: CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER Claims Top Spot, Easter…, SALEM Review: WGN's Witchy Tale Rewrites History. It may rank the highest this season for SMH (Shake My Head) moments, which is really saying something." Glinda, on behalf of her sisters, then gives Zelena the light pendant that will harness and protect her as it grows her powers, but tells her that once it is removed she will be powerless. It appears that Dorothy has won over the other witches, except for Zelena, who now has become more envious of this latest visitor to their world (as evidenced by her green skin returning), and as she watches from the well, Glinda comes over to talk to her. Emma then brought Henry over to watch David and Mary Margaret embrace the new baby with Hook watching on, disappointed over Emma's choice to leave Storybrooke. Hook is stunned that Emma would make a sacrifice of giving up her magic to save him, asking her, "What did you do?". Mr. Gold heads to Zelena's jail cell and tells her of his intent to kill her, despite her protests that she is now powerless. The residents of Storybrooke try to prevent Zelena from stealing Mary Margeret's newborn baby for use in her evil plan, as flashbacks show Glinda attempt to convince Zelena to fight her evil tendencies and join her as a protector of Oz. Actually, make that a dagger. The episode was written by Andrew Chambliss & Kalinda Vazquez and directed by Gwyneth Horder-Payton. Watched it without fail every time it came on and it was often a highlight of the week. That felt like we were in a whole different TV show. Portrayed by. The Emerald City of Oz is shown in the background. This prompts a confused Dorothy to take a bucket of water from the well and throw it at her, causing Zelena to melt. [5], Amy Ratcliffe of IGN gave it an 8.3, saying that "This week's Once took an underwhelming detour to Oz but delivered with some intense action." Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Glinda shows signs of settling beautifully and Dorothy's short appearance, especially in the exchange with Glinda, is appealing.Can't fault any of the acting, there is a lot of meat for everyone to sink their teeth into which all do with aplomb. 9/10 Bethany Cox. They then put the items (Regina's heart, David's broken sword and the brain) in a circle. Emma and Regina then put a protection spell around the hospital to keep Zelena away. My only real complaint was Zelena's defeat being far too easy.Like "A Curious Thing", "Kansas" has a good deal of forward momentum, story lines are progressed, the character development is advanced (especially Regina, Zelena and Rumplestiltskin). (Who wants to bet they'll go with "Baelfire"?) Most of the things she mentioned have already been reported elsewhere, but there was one name she dropped that came as a bit of a surprise.