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Like the one thing I notice (and this could just be coincidence) is that they always portrayed Elizabeth as having a stronger accent way back when. Even when they're at the same stages of training, Elizabeth will have a noticeable Russian accent and Philip sounds naturally American. Of course this could merely be because Keri Russell isn't having to change her accent twice over like Matthew Rhys would to do the same thing, but I've always wondered if Philip came in because of the extreme language talent and natural spy skills, and Elizabeth was noticed more because of her devotion and willingness to do anything for the cause. Hopefully we'll find out this season!