Black Lightning: The Book of Rebellion: Chapter Two: Gift of Magi

December 11, 2018 7:16 PM - Season 2, Episode 9

After Jennifer and Khalil escape, they take refuge in a barn and Jennifer desperately tries to save a now feverish Khalili, who has grown worse from Cutter's poisonous blade. Meanwhile, Jefferson, Lynn, Anissa, and Gambi try everything they can to track the duo down. And elsewhere, Tobias cultivates a new prospect.

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posted by oh yeah! (2 comments total)

I agree with the reviews that the show doesn't seem to know what they're doing with Lynn lately, and the whole 'search for Jen & Khalil plot feels drawn out. (Though maybe seeing it the same week as having been treated to the Elseworlds Arrowverse crossover event and the sublime 'Legends of To-Meow-Meow' made it especially lackluster?)
posted by oh yeah! at 8:41 PM on December 11, 2018 [2 favorites]

that was a perfect use of Method Man's "You're All I Need" featuring Mary J Blidge

I also want the Khalil and Jen being on the run plot to be done with, but I don't know how they're going to end it without some major consequences. I don't think Khalil is surviving this season, whether that means dying or leaving the show permanently.

I do like that Jennifer is getting more in touch with her powers.
posted by numaner at 3:20 PM on December 13, 2018 [1 favorite]