HEROES 1.14: "Distractions"
Despite all of his socially unacceptable choices, Claude clearly has enough experience with his abilities to understand what Peter needs to control his own talent. Fifteen years of experience, in fact, which confirms that the superhumans have been around for at least one generation, and long enough to think of himself as something above and beyond normal human society. His training methods...
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Despite all of his socially unacceptable choices, Claude clearly has enough experience with his abilities to understand what Peter needs to control his own talent. Fifteen years of experience, in fact, which confirms that the superhumans have been around for at least one generation, and long enough to think of himself as something above and beyond normal human society. His training methods...
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STUDIO 60 1.14: "The Harriet Dinner: Part II"
This is effectively the final part of a long arc that deals with the evolution of Danny's relationship with Jordan and the concurrent breakdown of Matt's relationship with Harriet. While the changes in one relationship make sense, given the situation and the characters involved, the other plot thread seems almost inexplicable. The result is an unsatisfying hour...
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This is effectively the final part of a long arc that deals with the evolution of Danny's relationship with Jordan and the concurrent breakdown of Matt's relationship with Harriet. While the changes in one relationship make sense, given the situation and the characters involved, the other plot thread seems almost inexplicable. The result is an unsatisfying hour...
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It may not be readily apparent, but I actually write these reviews in "real time". In other words, as I watch each episode, I'm writing the review and responding directly to what's progressing on the screen. In large part, I do this because I want to be as accurate as possible in my reactions to this show. In the past, I've been accused of thinking...
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PRISON BREAK 2.16: "Chicago"
PRISON BREAK
Season 2, Episode 16: "Chicago"
Whatever else might have happened in the middle of the season, when the writers seemed to be struggling for direction, the episodes have taken a much stronger turn as the season winds down. Even this installment, which is largely transitional in nature, sets the stage for a lot of interesting and unexpected interactions. Some...
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PRISON BREAK
Season 2, Episode 16: "Chicago"
Whatever else might have happened in the middle of the season, when the writers seemed to be struggling for direction, the episodes have taken a much stronger turn as the season winds down. Even this installment, which is largely transitional in nature, sets the stage for a lot of interesting and unexpected interactions. Some...
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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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