‘Spartacus: Vengeance’ Episode 4: ‘Empty Hands’ Recap
With Spartacus: Gods of the Arena, Stephen S. DeKnight and his writers displayed an ability to shift focus from one central character to a bevy of supporting ones – making them leads in their own right, and far stronger personalities, as a result. In ‘Empty Hands,’ the fourth episode of Spartacus: Vengeance, DeKnight and crew have managed a similar feat, though this time with Cladius Glaber (Craig Parker).
Early on, ‘Empty Hands’ concerns Spartacus’ escape from the mines – his ranks severely depleted due to the loss of Crixus and several of his Gauls, as well as those who fall while being pursued by Ashur (Nick Tarabay) and a group of Roman soldiers.
Crixus’ capture is felt not only in his absence, but also in the presence of Naevia who is looked upon with a great deal …
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