Ever since "The Americans" season 3 premiere episode, Philipp and Elizabeth Jennings (Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell), has been bugged by the question whether they will allow their daughter Paige (Holly Taylor) to join the KGB or not. Right now, the couple are not yet on the same page when it comes to the future of unica hija. To help them in their decision, Russia sent Gabriel (Frank Langella) who will act as a new supervisor for them as well as advisor.
Over the first three episodes of "The Americans" season 3, one thing that is noticeable regarding the actions of Elizabeth is that she seems to be siding more on the idea that Paige should be better off becoming like them. On the other hand, Philip is reluctant to allow their daughter to take the path they have taken. Now, fans ask, is Elizabeth more of a spy than a family woman?
The Los Angeles Times caught up with Keri Russell and asked this very question that have been troubling fans since airing of "The Americans" season 3 premiere episode. However, her answer isn't that clear.
"That's where I think -- I mean, I think she is fiercely protective and loving of her children. Fiercely. And I think just because Phillip is kind of the more emotional, nurturing [one] doesn't mean she's not," the actress told the LA Times.
"In fact, in seasons past I would argue, that Elizabeth is a better parent because she does her job better. Her doing her job better protects her kids more. But I also feel that from Elizabeth's point of view, I think she is watching her daughter who is searching for something. And she's thinking, "Oh my God, she's going to go and be indoctrinated by this thing that is dangerous to me" -- I love that she thinks Christian camp is dangerous. That's amazing to me. Like, she's undone by it! She's like, "Arrgghhh! Little cute boys singing about church!!!""
Russell also argued that Elizabeth's view of their daughter is that the kid is ready and has what it takes to serve their country.
"I think her point of view with Phillip is like, "Your head is in the sand. You do not see that she is ready for this. She wants this. It's going to happen somewhere. And it's going to happen like that. Then you're going to have that for the rest of your life.""
Read more of what to expect in "The Americans" season 3 at the LA Times by clicking the link.
