Thank you, 24

OK. wow I haven't been blogging because I suck, and I was lazy on vaca. BUT. Before we move on to a new season of wonderful television, I need to discuss 24. I know its about 4 months too late... but what the hell.

A chapter of my life is over. I have been a devout follower of 24 for its entirety and I have to say, a little piece of my heart broke forever when it finally ended that monday evening.

But, was the finale good? Yes.

In the end, it wasn't that depressing because there is going to be a movie... followed by a probable sequel. So Jack Bauer lives on to fight another day.

In my perfect world, Jack Bauer would have died during the last episode. In my mind, there is no way that Jack Bauer will ever obtain the peace he has always been searching for if he's alive on this earth. Jack's tried to escape at the end of every finale. He's traveled to Africa, been taken prisoner in China... even faked his own death and retreated to Mexico. Yet, he comes back every season... a bittersweet reminder that he'll never be at peace.

Even though there is going to be a movie... then another one, I really hope that the writers find it in their hearts to just kill Jack Bauer at SOME point where he can finally get the peace he's been fighting for.

Here's an article that maps out the entire 2 hour finale:

http://www.buddytv.com/articles/24/24-recap-the-clock-runs-out-36791.aspx

BUT ANYHOO, he didn't die. BUT, it was a GREAT finale. All the characters shined in their final moments.

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Gotta love Dalia Hassan. She's been such a strong character all season. Way to hold it up for President Hassan, but what's a gal to do when she gets threatened with nuclear invasion? The confrontation scene between her and President Taylor is amazing, a highlight within the first hour.

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Besides Logan and Palmer, one of my favorite Presidents throughout the whole series. For the past two seasons Allison Taylor has gone through family drama, divorce... and the dangerous Logan influence. Of course, in typical 24 fashion, just when it seems like a characters going to go one way... BAM. I was almost convinced that she would go through with the peace treaty, but like the Allison Taylor I know and love, she came through in the clutch. Her advise for Jack to flee the country, as Russia AND America will be looking for him was AGAIN a painful reminder that Jack Bauer will never rest... but a great way to end the series.

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Then, of course. There's Chloe. As Jack looks up at her from the satellite, exclaiming he never thought she'd be there for him for all those years, I couldn't help but agree. As everyone was getting killed off in the typical 24 style, I was waiting to see what would happen to Chloe... but she just stood there, scowling. Yet, she became such a central character to the series, a trustworthy right hand man for Jack. It would be difficult for any loyal fan to not get a LITTLE teary-eyed as Jack and Chloe said their final (but probs not) goodbyes.

OH HEY, remember when she shot Jack? Who didn't jump there, eh?

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My favorite villain throughout the entire series. No one played bad and sneaky like Gregory Itzin in a character he will take with him through the rest of his career. In my opinion, he made the episode plain and simple, and I nearly screamed and jumped right out of my chair when I was CONVINCED he killed himself. I couldn't help but be a LITTLE disappointed when later on in the episode it was explained that he would survive with brain damage, but will quickly forgive producers only if they bring him back in the movie. Thank you, Charles Logan, and if you don't go down in TV history as one of the greatest characters to face the small screen, I will be extremely upset.

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GAH. Jack. I really could write forever about this guy. But I have to say, throughout all seasons I had never really seen him snap in the way he did after Renee Walker died, and who could blame him. The third woman in his life to be snatched away from him, from Terri to Audrey then Renee, it seems as though Jack was never able to find love and he wasn't going to let this one slide. Thoughout the last two hours Jack seemed to have this emptiness in his eyes, this knowledge that he has nothing to lose.

Also: biting off Jason's ear? Hilarious. What a great reference to biting out that guy's jugular in the infamous scene during the 5th (?) season premiere.

BUT. I have to say, I did get a little frustrated. I mean, what about Kim? and little Terri? Way to lose sight on things Jack.

Besides that, being able to watch the journey of Jack Bauer has been amazing. Throughout everything he's been though he is still able to come through the other side, keeping sight of what's important. He is a true hero in television, and will greatly be missed.

Thanks again 24, see you in a couple years :-D

Oh William Shatner...

SO. this past month its been quite an exciting time for tv. cancellations, renewals, new LINE-UPS

its hard to organize everything BUT... as a TV junkie.. I will try my best

CBS:

CBS has definitely been the most interesting station to watch so far. Holy cancellations batman.

Ghost Whisperer (guh), Numb3rs, Cold Case, The New Adventures of Old Christine (SEINFELD CURSE NOOOOO), Accidentally on Purpose, and Gary Unmarried.

GOOD FOR THEM. cutting right down to more focus on better shows such as Big Bang Theory, How I Met your Mother, and spending a reportable 2 million per episode salary on Charlie Sheen for what is just the most mind-boggling show on television, Two and a Half Men. Seriously, I haven't met ONE person who religiously watches that show... yet its the number one sitcom in television TODAY.

whatevs.

BUT. What is CBS trying to do? Get all up in NBC's shit and creating their own kick-ass thursday night lineup. Thursday night has been historically the number one night for tv (the worst? SATURDAY night). NBC has prided itself on its "must-see tv" lineup consisting over the years of The Cosby Show, Cheers, Friends, Fraiser and Will and Grace, consistently being number one in the networks for its timeslot.

However, it seems as though ever since Friends went off the air, this precious NBC juggernaut has faulted. Yes, The Office is great and brings in most of the viewers, BUT, other great shows such as Community and 30 Rock only average half the viewers say... The Big Bang Theory?

SO. CBS is up for the challenge and creating their own thursday night "must see tv" with The Big Bang Theory at 8 p.m. followed by the new show *&%$ my dad says at 8:30, CSI at 9, and finally The Mentalist at 9:30. All these shows (well who knows about the new one... but its getting a lot of buzz) have a great following, but will it bring CBS to a new level? lets see

SO. *&^% my dad says... really... like, really? Yeah, that's the title. I'm all down for this concept: William Shatner is a "politically incorrect" retired dad. Do we all know one of those? yes. Is William Shatner hilarious? yes? So... will it be successful? YES.

But the name? The name of a show can really make it. 24 means that the plot of the show's season goes on for 24 hours in one day, Lost means that the viewer is lost from the pilot to the show's finale. They are easy, quick, catchy titles that I believe help make a show a success. But apparently, they are going to bleep the first word, obviously "shit", on television every time they announce the show.

clever marketing? or dumbest thing I've ever seen. Again... we'll see

So much to talk about. We'll meet again. and Erin- thanks for introducing me to tv upfronts (search google). Greatest. thing. ever.

It's been a while SPOILERS!!!

OK. so. I'm totally ready to start blogging over the summer again. WHO IS PUMPED!! I am.

Its about three weeks left until my two favorite shows leave the television world forever =[. Lets review their latest episodes shall we?

LOST

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IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN THE EPISODE AIRED 5/12/10

BE WARNED

Alrighty! So its all about... a "light." But not just any light- the light that controls all that there is on the island: life, death, rebirth. Its the warmest, most beautiful light that any man has known- so much so that everyone tries to take it. However, if one goes into the light, horrible, smoke-y things will happen to them. From the reaction of facebook friends after the episode, I guess this has a mixed reaction.

But for me, I loved this episode. Granted I can't say that I've been a huge Lost fan ever since the beginning, but it gave me a lot of insight to who Jacob and the Man in Black are. So far it seems as though Jacob has been made out to be this calm, worldly, all-knowing being... which he is, but this episode shows him in a not-so-glorious light (ha). In this episode, Jacob seems weak, naive, loyal, and submissive; while the MIB fares much better. I sympathized with him, felt for him, and almost hated Jacob when he killed him. I mean, come on, your mother WAS crazy.

But was the crazy really all for good? What is the light's significance across the world? Does it harness ALL of the world's life... or just the islands?

What did I hate about the episode? Yes, some of the acting wasn't something you would call... "good." I think the mother's death was probably one of the most hilarious things I have ever seen in my life... but what did she mean when she thanked MIB for killing her? It seemed as though she hated watching over that light and didn't feel bad at all giving the job to Jacob.

Also: I'm sorry J.J. Abrams but that little flashback proves nothing about how you knew the whole scheme from the beginning. I mean, I'm totally down to believe that he and the writers knew what was going on, but the rocks and the dead man and woman didn't really do it for me. Plus, reports say that Ben's character wasn't even suppose to last more than a few episodes, then with fan reaction, he stays until the end. That's totally improvising... how am I suppose to trust you haven't done that the whole season?

Nevertheless, I love this show and I'm totally down for the light concept. I feel as though there is more to tell about it and I'm excited for the last couple weeks *tear*

There's nothing really too crazy about the show to try to explain... just watch it yourself:

Now,

24

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IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THE EPISODE AIRED ON 5/11/10

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Another pretty decent episode, getting ready to end the series on an intense note. Unfortunately, Jack has to survive for the freakin' movie, BUT, i'm excited because its not going to be a happy-go-lucky ending. And from the looks of NEXT week's episode with a confrontation with Charles Logan, who knows what'll happen.

-Thank GOODNESS Dana died. I was waiting for it and was hoping Jack wasn't going to cop out. We are starting to see a mixture of old Jack, and this new side of him which he has never gone to before. Lets discuss how Dana's death was VERY similar to Nina's death back in season... 3? It had to be obviously, for both Dana and Nina were involved in killing two loves of Jack's life... very symbolic.

-Guh, I HATE Logan's bitch boy.... his name escapes me but anyone who watches the show knows who I'm talking about. His character just bothers me in general... which I guess is good.

-Thank goodness Milo has balls now

-I'm just so disappointed in the President. I wish she could just dig herself out of this hole she's gotten herself into. How awkward was it watching Logan proposal to get her to say something good about him on air? So slick...I love it.

-One again Gregory Itzin is amazing

-It was so weird to see Jack torturing this Russian operative. It was different, you (the viewer) really started to see how Jack has lost it. How killing Renee, after all eight seasons, was the one thing that sent him over the edge. What was different about Jack was that he was not like the evil guys, killing without mercy, but now its different and a little scary.

RIP Dana... you bitch

BASICALLY, I'm excited to see how the finales go. Get yo' popcorn ready.

poor jack bauer

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if you did not watch the episode of 24 aired on 4/23/20

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I mean, poor Jack. This guy just can't catch a break. I didn't have a huge connection with Renee Walker as a character, so I wasn't too upset when she died... but I mean, it seems as though 24 is just cutting off any sort of connection Jack has with a decent life, right when he immediately makes it. Renee was only on the show for two seasons, and they really only started having any sort of relationship in this one, so why kill her off so soon? I don't understand any 24 fan who doesn't believe Jack should die at the end of 24. Time after time it is proven he can't get any peace, I will refuse to believe that he lives peacefully once the cameras stop following his character- which is an unsettling ending.

Of course the Russians are behind this one, aren't they always? I'm surprised Kiefer Sutherland hasn't had to stand infront of a camera during a commercial break explaining that even though 24 writes about bad Russians, there are plenty of "good ones" out there.

Also, the Hassan daughter is one of the worst actresses I have ever seen. Cute... but shitty actress.

I find it really hard to believe that Hassan's wife could make it as acting president, but maybe I'm just not too familiar with customs of Islamic Republic of Kamistan.

THANK GOODNESS someone FINALLY put Chloe in charge.

Still unsure of how I feel about Charles Logan... and who was his bitch boy? Not trusting him just yet. Also: Martha Logan?!?! WHERE ART THOU MARTHA.

Of course, I didn't see scenes for next week's episode, but i'm PUMPEDDDDD. Its getting really good, counting down towards the end of an era. *snif*

RIP RENEE.

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24

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if you haven't watched the episode aired on 4/5/10

BE WARNED

So basically, why is it whenever I want to breakup with my 8 year relationship with 24 it sucks me back in?! The eighth season hasn't been pulling me into the story as much as the last ones, and I haven't been as excited to watch the episodes as I use to be. When I was younger, I could bulldoze my way through a pack of buffalos if it meant reaching a television to watch 24 on Mondays. Now, its sort of like... ehhh... if I get around to watching it I will.

For one, I didn't realize that this episode would be TWO HOURS long. WTF 24 some of us have to watch your episodes on hulu sometimes. I tuned in around 8:35 (thanks random Facebook statuses!) and was IMMEDIATELY sucked in to this amazing episode:

1. President Taylor has easily become my favorite president since David Palmer (RIP). Finally the series got around after five seasons to place a level-headed president. BTW- what ever happened to Wayne Palmer? BUT ANYWAYS, President Taylor never flip flops, always does the right thing, and upholds the promises she made to millions of Americans. I was heartbroken to watch her tell Hassan's family of his death, and damn THANK YOU for slapping Roy, that little bitch deserves it...

2. and ROY. WHAT THE HELL. I don't believe he is a bad guy though, he is just trying to do what he thinks is best, a common theme for this show. If I can recall, he definitely pulled a Sherri Palmer not giving Ethan his meds while having a heart attack, which kind of pissed me off. I know its been 8 seasons, but c'mon writers, lets get creative.

3. Why does Ethan always get screwed for sticking up for the President? God forbid he does what he's suppose to do. He's old too, poor guy.

4. Renee Walker: I go back and forth on whether I like her or not. I definitely didn't at the beginning but she's starting to come around. And did ANYONE check out the sexxy scene between her and Jack for the next episode previews? rawr. However, where the fuck did that relationship come from? I need to rewatch last season because I definitely don't remember any sort of connection.

5. DANA WALSH WHYYY. Another typical 24 story line: someone from CTU is working with the terrorists? WHAT?! HOW CAN THIS BE?!!! Come on now. But I'm holding out on Jack's theory that there is a little more into the story of Dana Walsh that isn't being told. I really hope the writers don't just throw out her storyline.

6. Freddie Prinze Jr. is sexy. theend

7. HASSAN NOOOOOOOOOO. I didn't see that one coming. And we know there definitely won't be any Tony syndrome (is it sad that even though we SEE Hassan's neck cut open, I still have to assume he might still be alive?) because there was a SILENT CLOCK at the end of the episode, a 24 feature symbolizing the death of a character. That was sad, that guy ruled. AND: his accent was awesome.

8. good lord. Charles fucking Logan. Are we serious? Maybe that means Mrs. Logan is coming back which means we MIGHT see AARON aka the greatest character in 24 history. Actually, I'm kind of pumped about Charles Logan, if we remember the last time we saw him, he was having a heart attack and it went to commercial... and that was it. For some reason I really like his character, he is such a dweeb but so evil at the same time.

9. Fucking Russia

OK that's enough. I could go on about 24 forever. But to my credit- we now have to enjoy all we can because its been officially announced that it is the LAST season, and when it ends, an era of my life will be over. More about that another time, no tears tonight. JUST BED

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I'm addicted

OK. so maybe I'm just being grumpy because I am still procrastinating on the eight page paper now due TOMORROW (GAH). But I am in TERRIBLE mood because this week from hell, aka midterms up my anus, is causing me to miss all of my shows. I guess I should outline my tv schedule just to show how much of an addict I am:

Sunday: American Dad, Family Guy
Monday: 24
Tuesday: Lost
Wednesday: Cougartown
Thursday: The Office, maybe 30 rock or Community
Friday-Saturday: reflection period

On the count of my busy paper-writing, project dispensing schedule, I have already missed 24 and will presumably miss Lost, which if of course unacceptable since Lost and supposedly 24 are in their last seasons.
Yes, there is the magic of Hulu, but its not the same. I love feeling that sense of community when you are watching the final moments of a fresh, unopened package of your favorite show. When you miss it, its like everyone knows a secret you don't. Plus, as much as we love the convenience of watching our favorite shows online, lets ask the serious question: is the small computer screen at ALL comparable to a beautiful surround-sound HD quality of the newest television sets? NOT. THE. SAME.
It also sucks because since I have this crazy jammed packed schedule, it has now been over 24 hours since... 24 premiered.
HAVENT' WATCHED IT
If you a fan, keep your filthy secret-spilling, surprise-killing mouth away from me. Let me watch my beautiful Jack Bauer in peace.
AND WHATEVER YOU DO: NO, I DON'T WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS ON LOST.
duh.
immagonnagowritemypapernow :-D