was charming, thematically-cohesive, and much more organic (no brain pun intended).

Blaine is still something of a mystery.

(Something Liv first does herself while in full-on zombie mode.)

For me, this aspect has the potential to be the most interesting part of the show.

But it is also used for more dramatic effect as a way to Liv reflect on her pre-zombie life.

In the pilot, we got the impression that Livs transition into a zombie was completely a negative one.

This week, Liv reflects on the appreciation of beauty and life her latest snack has imbued her with.

She doesnt want to let it go, and theres something tragic, but hopeful about that.

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I cant help but keep seeingiZombieas a Millennial fairy tale of sorts.

Now, she wants to be remembered for something more than impressive report cards.

Interestingly, she doesnt see her zombie-ism as an obstacle to that path.

Rating:

4 out of 5