SUPERNATURAL 2.13: "Houses of the Holy"
This episode picks up on the implications of the previous installment, though some of the more obvious consequences are glossed over in the interests of keeping the show intact. For one thing, the Impala should be a huge liability, given how distinctive it is, and Sam shouldn't be any less recognizable as a target after being identified as Dean's...
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This episode picks up on the implications of the previous installment, though some of the more obvious consequences are glossed over in the interests of keeping the show intact. For one thing, the Impala should be a huge liability, given how distinctive it is, and Sam shouldn't be any less recognizable as a target after being identified as Dean's...
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SMALLVILLE 6.13: "Crimson"
Much like the previous episode, this installment is devoted to character exploration through altered state of mind. Clark was the victim of a mental attack that left him dealing with an alternate reality, based on his own suppressed emotions, fears, and hopes. Very little of that world was particularly flattering. Lana was utterly devoted to him and yearning for his love, he...
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Much like the previous episode, this installment is devoted to character exploration through altered state of mind. Clark was the victim of a mental attack that left him dealing with an alternate reality, based on his own suppressed emotions, fears, and hopes. Very little of that world was particularly flattering. Lana was utterly devoted to him and yearning for his love, he...
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STUDIO 60 1.13: "The Harriet Dinner: Part I"
According to various sources, the previous episode was the first part of a three-episode arc. Now this episode is listed as the first part of a two-episode arc. Someone needs to make up their mind and figure out how they want to promote the current episodes, because this is only leading to confusion among the TV critic...
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According to various sources, the previous episode was the first part of a three-episode arc. Now this episode is listed as the first part of a two-episode arc. Someone needs to make up their mind and figure out how they want to promote the current episodes, because this is only leading to confusion among the TV critic...
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HEROES 1.13: "The Fix"
As the second half of the season marches on, more and more connections emerge. Mohinder points out the important of Peter right at the top of the hour: his particular ability holds the promise of understanding those with superhuman abilities. Presumably, Peter's genetics shift (by some impossible process) to allow the abilities that have been absorbed to express themselves. That would...
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As the second half of the season marches on, more and more connections emerge. Mohinder points out the important of Peter right at the top of the hour: his particular ability holds the promise of understanding those with superhuman abilities. Presumably, Peter's genetics shift (by some impossible process) to allow the abilities that have been absorbed to express themselves. That would...
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24 6.6: "Day 6" 11AM - 12PM"
In the previous episode, I noticed a character shift that was very hard to reconcile. However, I wanted to give the writers time, to see if it was a momentary lapse or evidence of a horrible lack of consistency. Now that another episode has passed, I am more concerned. Some exciting and interesting ideas from the premiere have...
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In the previous episode, I noticed a character shift that was very hard to reconcile. However, I wanted to give the writers time, to see if it was a momentary lapse or evidence of a horrible lack of consistency. Now that another episode has passed, I am more concerned. Some exciting and interesting ideas from the premiere have...
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PRISON BREAK 2.15: "The Message"
In the previous episode, the main plot thread involving Michael and Lincoln was a bit too straightforward, hobbled by several other subplots that seemed to have little or nothing to do with the advancement of the season arc. It was, in many ways, symptomatic of the criticism leveled at the second season as a whole. In the first season, all...
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In the previous episode, the main plot thread involving Michael and Lincoln was a bit too straightforward, hobbled by several other subplots that seemed to have little or nothing to do with the advancement of the season arc. It was, in many ways, symptomatic of the criticism leveled at the second season as a whole. In the first season, all...
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BATTLESTAR: GALACTICA 3.13: "Taking a Break From All Your Worries"
The title of this episode apparently refers to the theme song from "Cheers", which is relatively appropriate, given one of the two major plot threads. Seemingly out of nowhere, a bar emerges, where the various officers gather to complain about their relationships and get rip-roaring drunk. This is integral to the Love Polygon between Kara,...
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The title of this episode apparently refers to the theme song from "Cheers", which is relatively appropriate, given one of the two major plot threads. Seemingly out of nowhere, a bar emerges, where the various officers gather to complain about their relationships and get rip-roaring drunk. This is integral to the Love Polygon between Kara,...
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SUPERNATURAL 2.12: "Nightshifter":
The mark of a strong television series is the ability to tell relatively isolated stories without losing sight of the big picture. Even successful shows like "X-Files" failed on that basic principle. Over the past few years, however, writers like JMS and Joss Whedon have demonstrated that working within a detailed and comprehensive mythology is not as limiting as some producers would...
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The mark of a strong television series is the ability to tell relatively isolated stories without losing sight of the big picture. Even successful shows like "X-Files" failed on that basic principle. Over the past few years, however, writers like JMS and Joss Whedon have demonstrated that working within a detailed and comprehensive mythology is not as limiting as some producers would...
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SMALLVILLE 6.12: "Labyrinth"
Coming into this episode, I was expecting a retread of the sixth season "Buffy" episode "Normal Again". After all, the general premise was almost exactly the same: the hero is fooled into believing that the unusual events of the past several years have been the result of delusion and mental illness. In fact, the premise is so similar that many felt that...
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Coming into this episode, I was expecting a retread of the sixth season "Buffy" episode "Normal Again". After all, the general premise was almost exactly the same: the hero is fooled into believing that the unusual events of the past several years have been the result of delusion and mental illness. In fact, the premise is so similar that many felt that...
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STUDIO 60 1.12: "Monday":
Like many shows this season, the first half of the season led into the winter break. While it wasn't particularly long, the hiatus created an interesting effect on the audience. This plays more like the beginning of a new season than the continuation of the first season. For example, the teaser quickly covers the same amount of time that the show...
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Like many shows this season, the first half of the season led into the winter break. While it wasn't particularly long, the hiatus created an interesting effect on the audience. This plays more like the beginning of a new season than the continuation of the first season. For example, the teaser quickly covers the same amount of time that the show...
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HEROES 1.12: "Godsend":
While the winter hiatus left many fans less than pleased with the long wait, there does seem to be a certain value to the scheduling. One could almost see this as the beginning of a new season, considering how much of the episode is devoted to setting the stage for the next arc in the story. In fact, this is a good...
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While the winter hiatus left many fans less than pleased with the long wait, there does seem to be a certain value to the scheduling. One could almost see this as the beginning of a new season, considering how much of the episode is devoted to setting the stage for the next arc in the story. In fact, this is a good...
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Fans of "24" will be happy to know that the ratings between the show and "Heroes" came down to a dead heat, in terms of overall numbers. That's a good sign that the season will continue to be successful. This episode was a good start for the weekly episodes, even if there were a lot of melodramatic elements that were less than inspiring.
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