Spoilers abound as usual...
I know, I skipped last week. Partly because of a blizzard and partly because I could care less what Kate does. Although, I will touch upon one thing, Josh Holloway actually made me tear up when he was on the dock and told Kate he was going to ask Juliet to marry him. Out of all the characters I think Sawyer is the most fractured, he came the farthest and then lost it all when Jack and his pals returned.
Which brings us to...
FakeLocke finding him. Of course he would. He's looking for people who are fractured and vulnerable. Which is exactly what he said Jacob did too. Interesting. So he finds Sawyer, why bother with Richard? It's becoming obvious that Richard is little more than a priest like figure to Jacob, acting on faith, not real information. Jacob made him immortal, he does whatever Jacob says. It makes more sense than a lot of the motivations of the people on the Island.
Ben is also vulnerable. He' s had his entire belief structure shaken to the core. Why did FakeLocke abandon him? Because he knows that Ben will follow him when he gets back? We shall see.
And who the hell is Ilana??
Speculation says:
Ilana is Jacob's daughter. Yeah, I know. Prove me wrong Lost writers.
Hurley ends up being the Island's protector. It makes sense. He's becoming more and more confident. Much like he is in the alternate timeline. And Jacob does seem to like him a lot.
I have no theories on the alternate timeline. I honestly don't see where they are going with this outside of a neat thing showing how their lives would have still touched if they hadn't crashed.
That's about it for now. Any ideas?
Showing posts with label Lost. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lost. Show all posts
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
It's back, Lost blogging!!
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, it's time for Lost Blogging. If you don't want to read spoilers do NOT read this post. There will be spoilers for the season opener LAX parts 1 and 2.
Onward and upward:
Where to start? The fact that the bomb apparently did split the time lines as so many theorized it would? The Losties from the 70's are back in their correct time, so hopefully some time this season Jin and Sun will reunite. I'm rooting for those crazy kids.
Of course I was also rooting for Sawyer to make good on his promise to kill Jack. No luck there. And knowing it was coming did not make Juliet's death easier. She may have phoned it in, but Josh really sold that scene.
And speaking of selling things, can I just say how awesome Terry O'Quin is? He is a totally different person, he communicates that wonderfully. You look at him and know he is not Locke, and that is great. And Bad Locke? You'd better not be hurting my Richard. The Dark UFO spoilers took a lot of the surprise out of that scene on the beach.
Speculation time: I think we can say safely that Richard is not anything other than a dude who happens to be ageless. He may be Jacob's liaison, but he is sometimes really out to sea (that will be a funnier joke later in the season, I promise) at times regarding what is going on with his boss.
Is Sayid now Jacob? I almost hate to go out on this limb, because I have a rotten track record here, but I'm going to lean toward yes. It makes sense and is beautifully fitting when you consider the Man in Black's loophole was Locke, who was essentially good but certainly no saint, and Jacob's loophole may be Sayid who was... more morally ambiguous. Not bad, but certainly not good.
I'm not even going to speculate about the losties on the alternate timeline but I'm happy to hear anyone else's thoughts.
Onward and upward:
Where to start? The fact that the bomb apparently did split the time lines as so many theorized it would? The Losties from the 70's are back in their correct time, so hopefully some time this season Jin and Sun will reunite. I'm rooting for those crazy kids.
Of course I was also rooting for Sawyer to make good on his promise to kill Jack. No luck there. And knowing it was coming did not make Juliet's death easier. She may have phoned it in, but Josh really sold that scene.
And speaking of selling things, can I just say how awesome Terry O'Quin is? He is a totally different person, he communicates that wonderfully. You look at him and know he is not Locke, and that is great. And Bad Locke? You'd better not be hurting my Richard. The Dark UFO spoilers took a lot of the surprise out of that scene on the beach.
Speculation time: I think we can say safely that Richard is not anything other than a dude who happens to be ageless. He may be Jacob's liaison, but he is sometimes really out to sea (that will be a funnier joke later in the season, I promise) at times regarding what is going on with his boss.
Is Sayid now Jacob? I almost hate to go out on this limb, because I have a rotten track record here, but I'm going to lean toward yes. It makes sense and is beautifully fitting when you consider the Man in Black's loophole was Locke, who was essentially good but certainly no saint, and Jacob's loophole may be Sayid who was... more morally ambiguous. Not bad, but certainly not good.
I'm not even going to speculate about the losties on the alternate timeline but I'm happy to hear anyone else's thoughts.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Lost!
I have finally gotten around to visiting Dark UFO for some Lost info and I am very very happy about the news regarding Richard and Juliet. And Boone. Boone!
:mass swoon:
:mass swoon:
Monday, June 8, 2009
Monday randomness
Instead of Friday Randomness, sorry about that folks...
This weekend I got to watch two movies, "Mirrors" and "The Devil's Rejects". I'm a late comer to both, and both were pretty good in their own ways. I liked "The Devil's Rejects" better, I have a soft spot for Rob Zombie's movies.
My brother made it out to CA safe and sound. On the way he saw snow over the high plains. I can't even imagine, snow in June. It's weird when we get snow in April. But snow this late would be too much.
I kept hearing about the Swine Flu over the weekend. Apparently PA had their first death of it over the weekend. I thought it was over. How strange. I either haven't been paying attention or they stopped talking about it. The news has such a fleeting attention span.
I'm very excited about my newest book buys, a biography of Anne Boleyn and one of Henry the VIII. Yay! I loved being able to buy used books online, And while I was there I pre-ordered Lost's Season 5. Also Yay!!
This weekend I got to watch two movies, "Mirrors" and "The Devil's Rejects". I'm a late comer to both, and both were pretty good in their own ways. I liked "The Devil's Rejects" better, I have a soft spot for Rob Zombie's movies.
My brother made it out to CA safe and sound. On the way he saw snow over the high plains. I can't even imagine, snow in June. It's weird when we get snow in April. But snow this late would be too much.
I kept hearing about the Swine Flu over the weekend. Apparently PA had their first death of it over the weekend. I thought it was over. How strange. I either haven't been paying attention or they stopped talking about it. The news has such a fleeting attention span.
I'm very excited about my newest book buys, a biography of Anne Boleyn and one of Henry the VIII. Yay! I loved being able to buy used books online, And while I was there I pre-ordered Lost's Season 5. Also Yay!!
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Lost blogging
Jesus Christ Lost! What the hell is wrong with you? Jesus. Why did you break my heart? Juliet, people, why Juliet?
Ahem.
Right.
OK, onward. You know, I really like Jacob. He seems pretty freaking cool. I wonder why he decided Richard shouldn't age. And who his buddy is.
Oh, and writers? I called Locke about two episodes ago. So thanks for giving me that. The whole thing seemed off.
And also thanks for giving me Miles, who helpfully said what I've been wondering, "What if your buddy Jack causes the incident that he's trying to prevent. I'm glad to see you thought this through." I have a feeling Miles is the voice of the geeks (and Hurley is the voice of the not-geeks, I suppose).
Oh Ben. Oh Ben.
I like getting more answers to little detail questions. The foot, what happened to Chang's arm (so I guess all that speculation was right, it was the incident), Sayid's wife dying, how did Locke survive his fall at all (so was Abaddon working for Jacob? Or for the other guy?), where were Bernard and Rose (how awesome was that?), etc.
However, Lost, I will never forgive you for Juliet, and you'd damn well better find a way to make her not have died. After setting off a bomb. Well, whatever, take it back.
And thank you for Sawyer beating the piss out of Jack. In fact, thank you for making this the beat the piss out of Jack episode in general.
Ahem.
Right.
OK, onward. You know, I really like Jacob. He seems pretty freaking cool. I wonder why he decided Richard shouldn't age. And who his buddy is.
Oh, and writers? I called Locke about two episodes ago. So thanks for giving me that. The whole thing seemed off.
And also thanks for giving me Miles, who helpfully said what I've been wondering, "What if your buddy Jack causes the incident that he's trying to prevent. I'm glad to see you thought this through." I have a feeling Miles is the voice of the geeks (and Hurley is the voice of the not-geeks, I suppose).
Oh Ben. Oh Ben.
I like getting more answers to little detail questions. The foot, what happened to Chang's arm (so I guess all that speculation was right, it was the incident), Sayid's wife dying, how did Locke survive his fall at all (so was Abaddon working for Jacob? Or for the other guy?), where were Bernard and Rose (how awesome was that?), etc.
However, Lost, I will never forgive you for Juliet, and you'd damn well better find a way to make her not have died. After setting off a bomb. Well, whatever, take it back.
And thank you for Sawyer beating the piss out of Jack. In fact, thank you for making this the beat the piss out of Jack episode in general.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Tuesday Randomness
Allergy season sucks to begin with. During a pandemic? Yeah, let's talk about how crazy people can get. Especially if you have Fibro with allergies, which means that, like me, you are achy, tired, have trouble breathing, run fevers, and in general are flu-like. Heh.
I've been watching Lost from the second season on, and something struck me about Ben. He doesn't change. As a character, he literally never changes. The others change. Ben's motives become more clear as we learn more of his back story, but he never changes. In terms of writing that was a good choice for your villian, because if he's perfect from the get-go, dear god don't mess with him. Jack, also has not changed, he's a massive tool through the whole series.
It has been irritating me recently that fundies use the "creation proves the creator" argument to try to prove God. Come on now. The world is wonderous, but it's not proof of any god. It's proof of science.
I've been watching Lost from the second season on, and something struck me about Ben. He doesn't change. As a character, he literally never changes. The others change. Ben's motives become more clear as we learn more of his back story, but he never changes. In terms of writing that was a good choice for your villian, because if he's perfect from the get-go, dear god don't mess with him. Jack, also has not changed, he's a massive tool through the whole series.
It has been irritating me recently that fundies use the "creation proves the creator" argument to try to prove God. Come on now. The world is wonderous, but it's not proof of any god. It's proof of science.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Lost blogging
OK, what was the supposed "shocking revolation" from last night's show? Both big reveals were stuff we already knew, we knew they were building the hatch, and we knew who Miles' dad was. I don't get it. Unless it was Faraday? I guess? Meh, who knows.
That said, good episode. I like Miles, and I liked seeing a lot of him. He's a bit more angsty than snarky now, but that's still OK, the guy can talk to the dead. Angst goes with that. I also like him with Hurley, and I haven't been as in love with Hurley this season. Though last night's ep did remind me why I did love him.
Kate? Hi! Sawyer's right, where is your head? Retarded woman. Good job screwing up his life with Juliet!
And what on earth does lie in the shadow of the statue? I want to know!
That said, good episode. I like Miles, and I liked seeing a lot of him. He's a bit more angsty than snarky now, but that's still OK, the guy can talk to the dead. Angst goes with that. I also like him with Hurley, and I haven't been as in love with Hurley this season. Though last night's ep did remind me why I did love him.
Kate? Hi! Sawyer's right, where is your head? Retarded woman. Good job screwing up his life with Juliet!
And what on earth does lie in the shadow of the statue? I want to know!
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Lost blogging
I'm going to make this quicker than usual, because I plan on watching it again this weekend.
First off, I have to say the Ben/Alex storyline has always killed me. I completely understand wanting to kill in revenge for killing your child. So last night really killed me.
What also killed me was his hair. WTF Ben? Actually, WTF hair and makeup? What did Michael Emerson do to you? That kept snapping me back out of the show and I HATE that.
Anyway, the temple looks terribly Egyptian to me, and the picture of Anubus and the smoke moster was cool.
What the hell is going on with the timeline? I need to go to the wiki again and figure that out.
And who keeps putting Richard in jewel tone shirts when the others are in earth tones? Not the best jungle camo. Boy stands out. And he did wear earth tones. And have nasty hair and a three day beard, what happened to that? He got over it?
I am so confused.
First off, I have to say the Ben/Alex storyline has always killed me. I completely understand wanting to kill in revenge for killing your child. So last night really killed me.
What also killed me was his hair. WTF Ben? Actually, WTF hair and makeup? What did Michael Emerson do to you? That kept snapping me back out of the show and I HATE that.
Anyway, the temple looks terribly Egyptian to me, and the picture of Anubus and the smoke moster was cool.
What the hell is going on with the timeline? I need to go to the wiki again and figure that out.
And who keeps putting Richard in jewel tone shirts when the others are in earth tones? Not the best jungle camo. Boy stands out. And he did wear earth tones. And have nasty hair and a three day beard, what happened to that? He got over it?
I am so confused.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Lost Blogging
So, it's Kate's fault that Ben is like he is. Why am I not suprised that it is her fault. I did so love how uncomfortable she looked when Richard noticed her and started sizing her up. If they really are going to play him as a god and/or minor diety I suppose anyone would be a smidge uncomfortable when he notices them. I think the whole reason why Ben doesn't remember Sayid is a little too pat, but heck, it's also doable.
Also, is the whole time travel thing really that hard to understand? I got teh feeling like the conversation between Miles and Hurely was very meta, like they were explaining it to us. Dude, it's not that hard to figure out.
And lastly, the look on Ben's face when he saw Locke? Goes to show how awesome an actor Emerson is. That was one hell of a complicated moment, and that was one hell of a good scene, especially considering one of the actors had no lines.
Also, is the whole time travel thing really that hard to understand? I got teh feeling like the conversation between Miles and Hurely was very meta, like they were explaining it to us. Dude, it's not that hard to figure out.
And lastly, the look on Ben's face when he saw Locke? Goes to show how awesome an actor Emerson is. That was one hell of a complicated moment, and that was one hell of a good scene, especially considering one of the actors had no lines.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Lost Blogging
Oh Ben. Even knowing that one was coming made it no easier. I love that this show will show you the awful life he led, and how he got to where he is (you know, how he got to be Ben) and yet still allow him to not use that as a fall back ("But my father abused me". No he's more of, "So what?") But watching that episode was rough, knowing what Sayid had decided, and then watching it. It doesn't make it easier to know that Sayid felt bad about it too.
However, it would explain why Ben was just so eager to use Sayid, huh?
And boy is Richard (who apparently will be in every episode after this one) going to be very very mad. I don't think he likes it when people fuck with his new leaders. Just ask Ben. Heh.
However, it would explain why Ben was just so eager to use Sayid, huh?
And boy is Richard (who apparently will be in every episode after this one) going to be very very mad. I don't think he likes it when people fuck with his new leaders. Just ask Ben. Heh.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Friday Randomness
End of the week! First Day of Spring! For those of you out there who are celebrating it, Happy Ostara! I learned today is Atheist Pride Day! So happy Atheist Pride Day!
I also learned that being responsible is eating the lunch you brought to work no matter how much you want Burger King. And I so did want Burger King.
My lettuce is growing quite well. I keep moving it back indoors so it doesn't die in the cold overnight. It started sprouting much earlier than I thought it would.
Still waiting on that damn orchid to bloom. Hurry up already!!
I just watched "The Man Behind the Curtain" (Lost season 3) for the second time yesterday and realized that Richard is really kind of a sarcastic bastard (no worries though, it came and went, but dude, you're talking to a 12 year old kid who is crying. Tone it down, huh?) and Michael Emerson really does get robbed each year he doesn't get an Emmy. Holy shit he is an amazing actor (for those of you who don't watch Lost, Richard's actor Nestor Carbonell plays the mayor in The Dark Knight, the guy who looks like he's wearing eyeliner. Michael Emerson plays the guy who takes Cary Elwes' family hostage in Saw. Emerson's performance was really really good, especially for a guy with as few lines as he had. Just an FYI for you geeks out there).
That is all...
I also learned that being responsible is eating the lunch you brought to work no matter how much you want Burger King. And I so did want Burger King.
My lettuce is growing quite well. I keep moving it back indoors so it doesn't die in the cold overnight. It started sprouting much earlier than I thought it would.
Still waiting on that damn orchid to bloom. Hurry up already!!
I just watched "The Man Behind the Curtain" (Lost season 3) for the second time yesterday and realized that Richard is really kind of a sarcastic bastard (no worries though, it came and went, but dude, you're talking to a 12 year old kid who is crying. Tone it down, huh?) and Michael Emerson really does get robbed each year he doesn't get an Emmy. Holy shit he is an amazing actor (for those of you who don't watch Lost, Richard's actor Nestor Carbonell plays the mayor in The Dark Knight, the guy who looks like he's wearing eyeliner. Michael Emerson plays the guy who takes Cary Elwes' family hostage in Saw. Emerson's performance was really really good, especially for a guy with as few lines as he had. Just an FYI for you geeks out there).
That is all...
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Lost blogging
Oh kids. Oh wow. Now, we all knew we were going to meet young Ben, right? I've been waiting, and I'm thrilled to see him. And now the spoiler regarding him and Kate makes a LOT more sense.
Grownup Ben, was he faking his arm injury? Or has he been healed? I can't fathom why he would fake an arm injury, but Ben often is beyond me. I love a villian that out-thinks me on a regular basis.
Sawyer? I've been liking you this season. Alot. You and Juliet are a fantastic couple. And you putting Jack in his place? Best. Scene. All. Episode. You've become the calm confident leader (just like Juliet has, the two of you are so formidable at this point I would dare Kate to try anything just to watch Juliet kill her) and you're a much better leader than Jack. You're right, you think and he reacts, which is why his leading was emotional and troublesome. And that must really piss him off, that you of all people are better suited for the role than he was.
Kate? Shut up. And fuck you. I'm just so annoyed at you and your behavor. You get engaged (to Jake for Christ's sake) and go on with your life and now you'll all angsty that Sawyer went on with his? What is pissing you off more? That he moved on, or that he moved on with Juliet? Seriously, watching Juliet smack you around for a while will be one of the highlights of this season for me.
What happened to the Others?!? Where is Richard? He'd better not be one of the deaths this season. Grrrrr.
Grownup Ben, was he faking his arm injury? Or has he been healed? I can't fathom why he would fake an arm injury, but Ben often is beyond me. I love a villian that out-thinks me on a regular basis.
Sawyer? I've been liking you this season. Alot. You and Juliet are a fantastic couple. And you putting Jack in his place? Best. Scene. All. Episode. You've become the calm confident leader (just like Juliet has, the two of you are so formidable at this point I would dare Kate to try anything just to watch Juliet kill her) and you're a much better leader than Jack. You're right, you think and he reacts, which is why his leading was emotional and troublesome. And that must really piss him off, that you of all people are better suited for the role than he was.
Kate? Shut up. And fuck you. I'm just so annoyed at you and your behavor. You get engaged (to Jake for Christ's sake) and go on with your life and now you'll all angsty that Sawyer went on with his? What is pissing you off more? That he moved on, or that he moved on with Juliet? Seriously, watching Juliet smack you around for a while will be one of the highlights of this season for me.
What happened to the Others?!? Where is Richard? He'd better not be one of the deaths this season. Grrrrr.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Friday Randomness
It's Friday Randomness time!
First up is poor Bristol Palin, who is in the news because she got dumped. Call it what you will, but the guy spazzed out and dumped her. Bristol honey, been there done that. It sucks, but you're better off. Call me. We'll talk. Then file for custody and child support before he flakes any further.
Also on the Bristol Palin front is... Mommy dearest? You released a statement about this through your PAC? Really? Do you even know how that looks? It looks like you're getting bold about exploiting your daughter's heartache for your own political ambition. For that? Fuck you. It's bad enough you give all working mother's a bad name, you're also are a manipulative bitch to keep dragging your kid into the spotlight.
Unrelated to any of that is Irish Potatoes. You've seen them in the store. Those coconut things rolled in Cinnamon. Ummm, what now? Potatoes are indeed a staple of the Irish diet, along with lamb/mutton and fish. But Ireland is not noted for it's coconuts. I have never gotten where this candy came from. It's just totally bizarre. However on Saint Patty's Day I will treat you all (what all two readers?) to the story of why Irish people plant a potato on March 17th. We're a strange people.
I can not freaking wait for Lost next week. Seriously.
First up is poor Bristol Palin, who is in the news because she got dumped. Call it what you will, but the guy spazzed out and dumped her. Bristol honey, been there done that. It sucks, but you're better off. Call me. We'll talk. Then file for custody and child support before he flakes any further.
Also on the Bristol Palin front is... Mommy dearest? You released a statement about this through your PAC? Really? Do you even know how that looks? It looks like you're getting bold about exploiting your daughter's heartache for your own political ambition. For that? Fuck you. It's bad enough you give all working mother's a bad name, you're also are a manipulative bitch to keep dragging your kid into the spotlight.
Unrelated to any of that is Irish Potatoes. You've seen them in the store. Those coconut things rolled in Cinnamon. Ummm, what now? Potatoes are indeed a staple of the Irish diet, along with lamb/mutton and fish. But Ireland is not noted for it's coconuts. I have never gotten where this candy came from. It's just totally bizarre. However on Saint Patty's Day I will treat you all (what all two readers?) to the story of why Irish people plant a potato on March 17th. We're a strange people.
I can not freaking wait for Lost next week. Seriously.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Lost blogging
Richard is back. Huzzah! Now perhaps the show would like to exlain why he's the leader at a point when Windemore is supposed to be leading the lot of them. I did like him with Sawyer though, Richard with his cocky "whatever, I can kill you all" and Sawyer with his cocky "whatever, I can talk my way out of it".
Sawyer and Juliet make a good couple. Anyone could have seen that from teh first time they started to interact. And they actually seem to have chemistry, unlike Kate and anyone else. If Sawyer decides to dump the lovely and smart Juliet for Kate I'm going to be very upset. Just once can someone dump Kate in favor of Juliet? Please?
We've been hearing a lot about the Black Rock (I have gotten past seasons on DVD and have noticed that the ship gets mentioned pretty often). There is speculation that Richard was part of the Black Rock crew, but I'm thinking he may be an original inhabitant of the island, not just a long time one. So maybe someone could ask him what on earth is going on. Asking Ben does no good, he'd just as soon tell you the sky is green. Juliet will tell you what you want, if she knows it. Richard though, the only person who has asked Richard anything is Locke, and he asks stupid questions (what? He does.)
And maybe someone can ask him what's up with the statue.
Sawyer and Juliet make a good couple. Anyone could have seen that from teh first time they started to interact. And they actually seem to have chemistry, unlike Kate and anyone else. If Sawyer decides to dump the lovely and smart Juliet for Kate I'm going to be very upset. Just once can someone dump Kate in favor of Juliet? Please?
We've been hearing a lot about the Black Rock (I have gotten past seasons on DVD and have noticed that the ship gets mentioned pretty often). There is speculation that Richard was part of the Black Rock crew, but I'm thinking he may be an original inhabitant of the island, not just a long time one. So maybe someone could ask him what on earth is going on. Asking Ben does no good, he'd just as soon tell you the sky is green. Juliet will tell you what you want, if she knows it. Richard though, the only person who has asked Richard anything is Locke, and he asks stupid questions (what? He does.)
And maybe someone can ask him what's up with the statue.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Lost blogging
Excuse me while I geek right the hell out over last night's Lost.
No matter what complaints I've had about Locke and his spazzy character arc, one thing I will alwasy say is that Terry O'Quin plays him flawlessly. And my heart is still broken over last night's episode, because of how flawlessly he is playing Locke this year. I don't think Locke is a particularly easy character to play, he's got to tread that fine line between crazy and messiah, and he usually does that just fine.
The other fantastic performance was Emerson. Dude. Ben is such a fantastic character (I never have a complaint about his arcs, the man is a villain who lies like a rug, and that's pretty much it, simple is better) and since the beginging he has had a really interesting relationship with Locke. Last night felt like that total culmination of that relationship. Did anyone doubt that Ben would kill Locke? I don't think Ben showed up there expressly to kill Locke. He's sociopathic, but he's also very impulsive at times and I think killing Locke was a spur of the moment "I'm so mad" thing. I can't imagine why he showed up there in the first place (I am not buying that whole keeping them safe thing he's been selling, but I do love his line about Widmore being the reason why he moved the Island. Hee!), and as much as Ben lies I think he really didn't want Locke to kill himself, not exactly. Of course you can tell Ben is lying because he's talking.
That said, Ben? It didn't ocur to you that the Island would bring Locke back to life? Yeah, I'm not buying that either, because you are a long way from stupid. So why kill him just to bring him to a place where he will come back to life? That makes no sense. Do you think you'll be able to talk your way out of him being really pissed that you killed him? Because I don't think even you can do that. So what are you doing Ben?
And finally, why on earth does everyone claim to be the leader of the Others? Either the Others change leaders faster than some people change socks or they really aren't leaders. Maybe dear old Richard is a bit more of a leader than these people know. Of course who knows, Richard plays things close to the vest.
Right, OK, enough about Lost. For now.
No matter what complaints I've had about Locke and his spazzy character arc, one thing I will alwasy say is that Terry O'Quin plays him flawlessly. And my heart is still broken over last night's episode, because of how flawlessly he is playing Locke this year. I don't think Locke is a particularly easy character to play, he's got to tread that fine line between crazy and messiah, and he usually does that just fine.
The other fantastic performance was Emerson. Dude. Ben is such a fantastic character (I never have a complaint about his arcs, the man is a villain who lies like a rug, and that's pretty much it, simple is better) and since the beginging he has had a really interesting relationship with Locke. Last night felt like that total culmination of that relationship. Did anyone doubt that Ben would kill Locke? I don't think Ben showed up there expressly to kill Locke. He's sociopathic, but he's also very impulsive at times and I think killing Locke was a spur of the moment "I'm so mad" thing. I can't imagine why he showed up there in the first place (I am not buying that whole keeping them safe thing he's been selling, but I do love his line about Widmore being the reason why he moved the Island. Hee!), and as much as Ben lies I think he really didn't want Locke to kill himself, not exactly. Of course you can tell Ben is lying because he's talking.
That said, Ben? It didn't ocur to you that the Island would bring Locke back to life? Yeah, I'm not buying that either, because you are a long way from stupid. So why kill him just to bring him to a place where he will come back to life? That makes no sense. Do you think you'll be able to talk your way out of him being really pissed that you killed him? Because I don't think even you can do that. So what are you doing Ben?
And finally, why on earth does everyone claim to be the leader of the Others? Either the Others change leaders faster than some people change socks or they really aren't leaders. Maybe dear old Richard is a bit more of a leader than these people know. Of course who knows, Richard plays things close to the vest.
Right, OK, enough about Lost. For now.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Manic Mondays
Lovely to be back after my short break. I had an eventful weekend, in that I finished my first commissioned baby blanket and stopped smoking. Yay me! I found it interesting that they were both the same level of ongoing difficulty. I still want to smoke and my hand is still sore after using that damned small crochet hook.
There are a few things I wanted to talk about on Friday, mainly Lost, since I hadn't done so already. So, Lost...
I am kind of in love with the fact that the main crux of the season isn't them getting back to the Island (just like last season it wasn't them getting off the Island). Which is why half way through the season they are back. I'm guessing the crux is getting back to the right time. I'm also guessing that Sun, Sayid, and Ben are in a different time. I hope they find Richard again soon so he can explain what on earth is going on. Assuming he knows, Richard strikes me as kind of mercinary and rather smart but not always in the know about what is going on with the Island.
And one other thing, what the hell happened to Ben? And why on earth didn't anyone say to him, "dude? WTF?" Even if I don't like a fellow if I see him obviously beaten to a bloody pulp I will ask after him. It's just polite. Everyone is guessing he went after Penny, which I would bet, but I'm also betting that Ben had something to do with Sayid being in police custody on that plane.
The Oscars were kind of predictable huh? I mean, everyone picked that. Except for Sean Penn. Everyone kept saying it would be Rourke, but I'm happy it was Penn. I like him more.
That is all for now...
There are a few things I wanted to talk about on Friday, mainly Lost, since I hadn't done so already. So, Lost...
I am kind of in love with the fact that the main crux of the season isn't them getting back to the Island (just like last season it wasn't them getting off the Island). Which is why half way through the season they are back. I'm guessing the crux is getting back to the right time. I'm also guessing that Sun, Sayid, and Ben are in a different time. I hope they find Richard again soon so he can explain what on earth is going on. Assuming he knows, Richard strikes me as kind of mercinary and rather smart but not always in the know about what is going on with the Island.
And one other thing, what the hell happened to Ben? And why on earth didn't anyone say to him, "dude? WTF?" Even if I don't like a fellow if I see him obviously beaten to a bloody pulp I will ask after him. It's just polite. Everyone is guessing he went after Penny, which I would bet, but I'm also betting that Ben had something to do with Sayid being in police custody on that plane.
The Oscars were kind of predictable huh? I mean, everyone picked that. Except for Sean Penn. Everyone kept saying it would be Rourke, but I'm happy it was Penn. I like him more.
That is all for now...
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Lost
So, while last night didn't contain Des or Richard, it did include Ben, so that was cool. It also had Jack and Kate,which was not. Seriously? Jake and Kate? Christ.
I'm worried about Juliet, people. Nose bleeds? Not Juliet! Not when she and Sawyer are turning into a power-couple. God what an awesome couple they would make. Sawyer? Sweetie, forget about Kate, she was always so damn wishy-washy about her affections, go with Juliet who is kick-ass, and pretty stable. Best of both worlds.
Ben, and his lawyer. Awesome, he had me going, I thought for sure the suit was coming from Sun, I didn't see him at all. Fantastic. I miss his quiet mind-games sometimes.
Locke. I have gone back and forth on your character. I loved you up until the last season, when you just got a bit preachy for me. I'm swinging back this season to liking you, mainly because of your devotion to the Island. And what makes you different from Ben (and probably Richard, actually) as a leader for the Others? You care about the Island, they cared about their people. Unless I'm missing a lot of affection toward the others beyond "I'm your leader" I don't get that Locke cares particularly for the people as much as the place. Interesting. And it makes you wonder why Jacob chose Locke for the job, did he know that he would need the noble sacrifice to save the Island so he chose a leader most likely to give their life? Who knows?
Lost, I love you. But put Richard on next week. Kthxby
I'm worried about Juliet, people. Nose bleeds? Not Juliet! Not when she and Sawyer are turning into a power-couple. God what an awesome couple they would make. Sawyer? Sweetie, forget about Kate, she was always so damn wishy-washy about her affections, go with Juliet who is kick-ass, and pretty stable. Best of both worlds.
Ben, and his lawyer. Awesome, he had me going, I thought for sure the suit was coming from Sun, I didn't see him at all. Fantastic. I miss his quiet mind-games sometimes.
Locke. I have gone back and forth on your character. I loved you up until the last season, when you just got a bit preachy for me. I'm swinging back this season to liking you, mainly because of your devotion to the Island. And what makes you different from Ben (and probably Richard, actually) as a leader for the Others? You care about the Island, they cared about their people. Unless I'm missing a lot of affection toward the others beyond "I'm your leader" I don't get that Locke cares particularly for the people as much as the place. Interesting. And it makes you wonder why Jacob chose Locke for the job, did he know that he would need the noble sacrifice to save the Island so he chose a leader most likely to give their life? Who knows?
Lost, I love you. But put Richard on next week. Kthxby
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Swooning fangirl alert...
Richard and Des in the same episode of Lost? Awesome! Lot's of them? Fantastic!!
More questions being answered, which is wonderful, and Locke's little "Pleased to meet you" was really wonderful. So was finally understanding why Richard so wanted young Locke to pick that damn compass and why he was so pissed when he didn't.
How old is Richard? Old. Hee! Juliet remains the queen of understatements, and I like the chemistry between her and Sawyer. And I like the hint that we may have finally met Ben's long lost love (the one that Juliet looks like).
I'm also finding myself really liking Faraday, he is becoming more and more likeable and it becomes more and more apparent that he really is nothing more than a physics geek who happens to be both a genius and waaaaaay over his head.
I love this new season, I really do. I love it lots.
More questions being answered, which is wonderful, and Locke's little "Pleased to meet you" was really wonderful. So was finally understanding why Richard so wanted young Locke to pick that damn compass and why he was so pissed when he didn't.
How old is Richard? Old. Hee! Juliet remains the queen of understatements, and I like the chemistry between her and Sawyer. And I like the hint that we may have finally met Ben's long lost love (the one that Juliet looks like).
I'm also finding myself really liking Faraday, he is becoming more and more likeable and it becomes more and more apparent that he really is nothing more than a physics geek who happens to be both a genius and waaaaaay over his head.
I love this new season, I really do. I love it lots.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
On Lawyers, Sealing Wax, and Lost.
Guess which one has nothing to do with this post!!
I did something today that I never had to do in my adult life. I borrowed money from my mother. I didn't borrow money when I bought my house, had my kid, got a divorce, nope. I lived with her, but took no money from her.
Of course, this sudden change is because I found myself suddenly in need of a lawyer, and Mom being Mom ponied up the downpayment on said lawyer. He seems to be an all around lawyer and his web site mentions him winning a big old case in Philly, which is good. So a basic custody/visitation case will be simple for him. Hopefully this whole thing will be done as easily as he says it will be.
It had better be for the money I'm paying him.
Anyway...
Lost last night was fabulous, of course. So, so good to see it back, and nice to see it answering questions. And nice to see Richard. I do so have a crush on him. Heh!
I did something today that I never had to do in my adult life. I borrowed money from my mother. I didn't borrow money when I bought my house, had my kid, got a divorce, nope. I lived with her, but took no money from her.
Of course, this sudden change is because I found myself suddenly in need of a lawyer, and Mom being Mom ponied up the downpayment on said lawyer. He seems to be an all around lawyer and his web site mentions him winning a big old case in Philly, which is good. So a basic custody/visitation case will be simple for him. Hopefully this whole thing will be done as easily as he says it will be.
It had better be for the money I'm paying him.
Anyway...
Lost last night was fabulous, of course. So, so good to see it back, and nice to see it answering questions. And nice to see Richard. I do so have a crush on him. Heh!
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