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 One Moment of Humanity

This does not rate as one of my favourite Year Two episodes, and I'm afraid I can't find many redeeming moments.
 
In the very first scene of the episode Helena and Maya are seen trying on party dresses.  It's really nice to see Alphan's out of uniform, I did wonder whether they had any normal, casual clothes in their wardrobes.  Perhaps the writers should have shown more of the Alphan's during their off-duty time, that would have been nice.
 
I enjoyed the scene between Billie Whltelaw and Martin Landau when Zamara tells Koenig that they have entered her planets sphere of influence, and Koenig replies that they are here by accident and have no hostile intent.  Look at the expression (and smile) on Billie Whitelaw's face when she replies "I accept your explanation."  
 
Another little moment in this episode that I like is Martin Landau's reaction when Zamara 'unfreezes' him and he jumps.  Nice bit of acting.