Harry appeared to be about to leave Earth because of his transgression of interplanetary law in his interactions with the Grays on the previous Resident Alien. Thanks to his pals, he is able to postpone his expulsion this week and perhaps even find some romance.
“Avian Flu” has love as one of its central themes. Harry finds himself smitten with the Blue Avian attorney who has served him with legal documents. It’s hilarious to watch the excellent doctor play this silly, awkward game. His directness is admirable.
However, Harry’s courtship also serves as a deeper reminder of how much the character has changed and evolved into a more human being. How much of a softy he is shown by the fact he can feel this way for someone else and by how exposed he is to Heather.
Recap
Edi Patterson seems like a nice comic fit for Resident Alien, but it takes a special actor to perform alongside Alan Tudyk’s Harry. You already know how amusing she can be if you’ve seen The Righteous Gemstones.
Once Patterson and Tudyk have more scenes together and are able to play off each other better, you can see the promise in their on-screen chemistry. Even if Resident Alien doesn’t have the largest budget of a TV show, Helen in her Blue Avian form might use some enhancement.
In particular, this episode showed us improved alien makeup and costumes. However, Helen’s appearance only serves to enhance both the show’s campiness and her persona. Love can also be expressed in different contexts, such as within a family.
Asta and Jay share many tender moments, and it’s especially heartwarming to see how she supports her daughter in feeling a connection to her Native American heritage. Failed love stories, like the one between D’Arcy and Elliot, are at the opposite end of the spectrum.
One of the rare occasions when D’Arcy isn’t perceived as a hot mess immature is in her reflections, and it makes you sad that a catch like her is unmarried. Character development chances and narrative connections are made possible by uniting the many storylines around the theme of love.
Furthermore, Resident Alien keeps refining the conspiracy theory aspect of the program. Deputy Liv and Sheriff Mike’s ongoing inquiry only serves to deepen the mystery surrounding the Greys’ motivations. Additionally, we are unaware of General McCallister’s role in all of this, and she unexpectedly brings back a historical figure.
Like last week, the general has her own dubious schemes, and the conclusion is left on a very suspenseful note. The program has been doing a fantastic job of building anticipation for the upcoming episodes lately.
“Avian Flu” employs the recurrent motif of love to situate its main character in amusing circumstances and enhances the intricacy of Patience’s other dwelling.
