Ep 4. I'm Alive And On Fire
- TVMA
- July 17, 2011
- 57 min
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7.9 (1,418)
In True Blood season 4 episode 4 titled "I'm Alive And On Fire," viewers are transported back to the world of Sookie Stackhouse and the supernatural town of Bon Temps, Louisiana. The episode begins with Sookie frantically searching for her best friend Tara, who has disappeared after a troubling incident with a mysterious vampire. While Sookie tries to track down Tara, the vampires of Bon Temps are dealing with their own issues as they navigate the new hierarchy of their community.
As usual, there are plenty of twists and turns in this episode, and fans of the show will be on the edge of their seats as they try to predict what will happen next. But one of the standout elements of "I'm Alive And On Fire" is the continued focus on the relationships between the characters. Whether it's the tension between Sookie and her vampire lover Eric, the simmering romance between Tara and her new girlfriend Naomi, or the complicated dynamic between Bill and his traitorous progeny Jessica, the interpersonal dramas are just as compelling as the supernatural ones.
One of the major storylines of the episode revolves around the vampire king of Louisiana, Bill. He's still grappling with the revelation that the Authority, the governing body of the vampire world, is planning to destroy all of the "abominations" who were created when vampires turned humans during the Great Revelation. Bill has always been a complex character, torn between his love for Sookie and his loyalty to his own kind, and this season sees him at his most conflicted yet.
Meanwhile, Eric is still dealing with the residual effects of the witch's spell that erased his memory. He's slowly starting to remember his past, and this episode sees him confront some painful truths about his time as a Viking warrior. But despite his trauma, Eric remains one of the most charismatic characters on the show, and his scenes with Sookie are as electric as ever.
Other standout moments in "I'm Alive And On Fire" include a tense confrontation between Sookie and the conflicted werewolf Alcide, and a surprising revelation about the identity of the mysterious vampire who has been causing trouble in Bon Temps. Fans of the show will also be pleased to see the return of some beloved characters who have been absent for a little while, including Lafayette and Sam.
Overall, True Blood season 4 episode 4 delivers on everything that the show's fans have come to expect: supernatural thrills, steamy romance, and a healthy dose of Southern gothic atmosphere. It's an episode that will leave viewers eager for more, and wondering what twists and turns are still to come in this unpredictable world of vampires, werewolves, and witches.