In the latest installment of “Agatha All Along,” Episode 7, titled “Death’s Hand in Mine,” viewers are treated to a plethora of Easter eggs that weave together references from Marvel’s universe, making it a must-watch for fans. This episode, crafted by the likes of Patti LuPone, Jac Schaeffer, and the entire team behind it, deserves all the accolades.
Spoiler alert: significant plot details from both “Agatha All Along” and “WandaVision” will feature prominently. In this episode, Lilia’s journey takes a dark turn reminiscent of Alice’s plunge into Wonderland, establishing a thematic connection between the two tales. Agatha’s claim that Billy cannot read her mind echoes her words to Wanda in a previous episode, reinforcing the narrative continuity within the Marvel storyline.
Agatha’s playful reference to being Billy’s “old babysitter” serves as a callback to her earlier interaction with Wanda’s children. Throughout the series, she has subtly hinted at Wanda’s possible survival, a theory that fans have speculated about since Episode 1. A humorous moment occurs when Billy asks Agatha if she saw a body when discussing Wanda, tapping into the classic trope that suggests a character isn’t truly dead until a body is found.
As they prepare for a trial, a visual motif of the moon phases appears, suggesting celestial significance—particularly the Waning Gibbous, a phase that promises to come into play in upcoming episodes. Once inside the castle, Agatha and Billy assume the roles of iconic witches, with Agatha donning the attire of the Wicked Witch of the West, humorously noting that the character was based on her. Simultaneously, Billy channels Maleficent, aligning with the episode’s witchy theme.
The trial’s intricate tarot elements are revealed as significant, with Agatha tossing down various cards. Each card, from the World to the Five of Wands, conveys deeper meanings related to their respective journey and struggles. As Lilia elaborates on the board’s significance, a layered interpretation unfolds—where each tarot card aligns with the characters’ paths and destinies.
The episode also introduces Lilia and Jen in their witchy transformations, with Lilia embodying Glinda the Good Witch and Jen taking on the persona of the Evil Queen. Key moments, like Billy’s observation of Lilia’s “loud” thoughts, stand in stark contrast to his earlier remark about Agatha, showcasing character development and situational irony.
A moment of levity strikes when Agatha affectionately calls Lilia “Dory,” drawing a parallel to the forgetful character from “Finding Nemo.” Other visual nods, like Jen holding an apple reminiscent of the poisoned fruit in “Snow White,” add to the episode’s playful intertextuality.
The first card drawn by Billy, The Magician, aligns closely with his Wiccan abilities, representing an empowering narrative thread. In another subtle yet powerful moment, the Three of Pentacles card reflects the unity of the coven members, evoking memories of their earlier harmonic singing.
As tensions rise, Rio’s reveal as the original green witch, or Death, lends a chilling twist, grounding her in Marvel’s expansive lore. The episode concludes on a gripping note, with Lilia’s actions claiming the lives of the Salem Seven, leaving viewers speculating about the fate of the two remaining members.
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