From Season 3, Episode 4 Review: "Lines Blurred, Secrets Unveiled"
Episode 4 of From continues to deliver on the intense, surreal horror that has captivated audiences from the beginning. This installment masterfully weaves together eerie encounters, emotional breakthroughs, and unsettling twists. As characters teeter between survival and breaking down emotionally, the town of Fromville tightens its grip on them—and on us viewers—by blurring the lines between reality and nightmare.
Tabitha's Desperate Plea and a Deadly Encounter
In what appears to be the real world, Tabitha urges the EMTs to heed her warnings about the sinister nature of the tree blocking the road. Long-time viewers recognize that this tree signals a descent into the twisted alternate reality of Fromville. Her frantic insistence grows unsettling, especially when she demands they stop at the town before nightfall. There they will receive help and a safe place to camp for the night.
This tension culminates in a terrifying encounter when the EMTs stop yards from the bus to investigate a body in the road. Two of them meet a grisly end at the hands of the monsters. Tabitha’s warning—ignored—feels like a grim reminder that fate here operates on its own rules. As gunfire echoes near Colony House, the surviving EMT recklessly shoots at advancing monsters and accidentally shoots a resident, Nicky.
Boyd’s Grim Decision
Boyd and Randall, stationed on the bus, engage in a tense back-and-forth about the creatures that roam the night. Randall claims that death isn’t the worst thing to fear in Fromville, hinting at darker forces beyond the monsters. His insight—that the monsters aren't following their usual routines—suggests that the rules may be changing. This growing unpredictability casts an ominous shadow, making Boyd’s risky choices even more dangerous.
When Boyd and Jim discover Tabitha locked in the ambulance, Boyd faces a harrowing decision. A monster taunts him, offering an impossible choice: save
Randall or take the ambulance keys to free Tabitha, Jim, and himself. Boyd, driven by survival and guilt, chooses the keys, leaving Randall to his fate. This agonizing moment showcases the town’s ability to break even the strongest characters, forcing them to live with terrible decisions.
Emotional Cracks in Fromville
One of the standout moments of the episode is the emotional breakdown between Donna and Boyd. Boyd, wracked with guilt over leaving Randall behind, lashes out at the EMT. Donna—normally the town's unflinching leader—unexpectedly breaks down in front of Boyd, revealing the toll that constant fear and survival have taken on her. Her vulnerability at this moment is heartbreaking and offers a rare glimpse into the emotional burden carried by Fromville’s toughest residents.
Meanwhile, Julie opens up to her younger brother, Ethan, in one of the episode’s more tender scenes. She admits that ever since her deep sleep, she hasn’t been the same and is struggling to cope with terrifying things she can’t fully remember. Their conversation is touching, providing a much-needed human moment amid the chaos, and Julie’s honesty makes her less annoying than in past episodes.
Victor's Troubled Memories and Creeping Mysteries
Victor’s storyline takes a haunting turn as he reflects on his traumatic past. He tells Sara about the day his sister Eloise ignored their mother’s warning to hide, leaving him surrounded by bodies when he emerged. That day, Victor met his only friend, the Boy in White, and began burying objects that belonged to the deceased—a grim coping mechanism that speaks to the depth of his trauma.
Victor also recalls Christopher, a ventriloquist with a dummy named Jasper, who descended into madness after seeing strange visions. This eerie revelation hints that Jasper may hold a key to understanding the horrors of Fromville. The scene leaves us wondering if the town’s mysteries are rooted in psychological manipulation or something more supernatural.
Fatima’s Unraveling and Tilly’s Tarot
Fatima’s storyline takes a dark and disturbing turn as she continues to grapple with her pregnancy and unusual cravings. The suggestion that she may be nourishing a "monster child" becomes more plausible as her behavior grows increasingly erratic. In a chilling moment, she gives in to cannibalism, confirming that the town’s horrors are not just external but are starting to corrupt the residents from within.
Tilly’s tarot reading adds to the creeping sense of doom. Her belief that the bird crashing into the window was an omen proves prescient, as events spiral further out of control. Tilly’s growing fear for Fatima adds another layer of unease—could the lady haunting Elgin be connected to Fatima somehow?
The Unpredictable Threats Ahead
As the episode nears its end, the monsters seem to be growing more cunning. They aren’t following their typical patterns, which adds a new level of dread. With Randall lying on top of the ambulance with wounds on his neck as he coughs up blood, it’s unclear whether he will survive or if the monsters have found a new way to claim victims. The episode hints that there may be forces beyond the monsters lurking in the shadows, waiting to be uncovered.
Final Thoughts
Episode 4 of From delivers a captivating mix of emotional vulnerability, psychological tension, and nightmarish horror. The show continues to raise the stakes, leaving viewers questioning the nature of reality and the motives of both the living and the dead. The emotional moments between Boyd, and Donna, along with Julie and Ethan provide much-needed character depth, while Victor’s cryptic memories and Fatima’s descent into darkness keep the mystery alive.
While communication between the residents has improved slightly, the lack of group coordination remains a glaring flaw. As the monsters evolve and the town’s secrets become harder to ignore, it’s clear that the residents will need to start working together—or risk falling apart entirely.
This episode earns an 8.5/10 for its balance of suspense, character development, and creeping dread. The narrative threads are becoming more tangled, and new questions emerge: Is Fatima somehow connected to the woman haunting Elgin? Will Boyd’s guilt over leaving Randall drive him to more reckless decisions? And what role will Jasper, the ventriloquist’s dummy, play in revealing the truth about Fromville? One thing is certain: From keeps us hooked, week after week, with no clear end in sight.
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