I gotta say, I love being Committed to Smallville. ^_^
Loved the Lois and Clark stuff. I was nearly cracking up half the time. It really made up for the rest of the ep.
Lois cleavage is always a plus. <_<
Jimmy's confession? Weak. The obvious evil jeweler who just happens to be wearing a kryptonite bracelet? Weaker. The interrogation was okay, at least. It was a little awkward seeing Jimmy and Chloe free all the sudden after the dude had fired the gun at them.
Lois really does love Clark. Yay. And Clark has super-breath? ....Oh yeah. >_>
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Monday, October 13, 2008
"TIGERS FALL, LIONS RISE" (PR-1627): Spiritless
Not a bad episode -- which is good when you know it's about Casey. Despite his Kung Fu class coming outta nowhere, I thought the episode played out pretty well.
While most plots with kids are forgettable, this was kinda better than "GOOD KARMA BAD KARMA." I liked how Jimmy saw the Rangers training and how he was able to help them. And Mr. Secret Identity's still an idiot.
Pretty cool seeing Dai Shi (That's who he was this week) and Camille power up.
Boy, when I saw the Geki counterparts to this episode, I knew JF would half-ass the mecha battle. Although I gotta give points for the original cockpit and first helmetless Ranger all year.
I'm kinda surprised JF continues to do all their own battles, but hey, it's a nice change.
4/5. Horrible dialogue (especially during the zord battle), but at least they're not totally copying sentai. This episode easily could've been worse.
While most plots with kids are forgettable, this was kinda better than "GOOD KARMA BAD KARMA." I liked how Jimmy saw the Rangers training and how he was able to help them. And Mr. Secret Identity's still an idiot.
Pretty cool seeing Dai Shi (That's who he was this week) and Camille power up.
Boy, when I saw the Geki counterparts to this episode, I knew JF would half-ass the mecha battle. Although I gotta give points for the original cockpit and first helmetless Ranger all year.
I'm kinda surprised JF continues to do all their own battles, but hey, it's a nice change.
4/5. Horrible dialogue (especially during the zord battle), but at least they're not totally copying sentai. This episode easily could've been worse.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
S-8.04 "Instinct": Maximus Hotness
My Instinct was that this would be a hot episode.
So how many eps until Lana returns? What's the point on making Lois and Clark believe she won't be back?
Clark getting it on with Maxima didn't last as long as I thought it would. Looked like he was about to get all Red K on us. Great reaction by Lois. Clark sure has something for her to turn down sex like that. >_>
Ugh, Clark having to lie whenever he talks to Tess is really getting old. At least have her find out soon. And why is she so evil to begin with?
Maxima suddenly disappearing via portal back to Almerac felt poorly written... Like it was just the shock of being turned down by Clark that did it. Would love to see her return someday if that's what they were hinting at.
Who are you Mr. X? I could go with it being Lex who took the crystal or is inside it. Knowing that Victor/Cyborg is returning, he came to mind as well.
So how many eps until Lana returns? What's the point on making Lois and Clark believe she won't be back?
Clark getting it on with Maxima didn't last as long as I thought it would. Looked like he was about to get all Red K on us. Great reaction by Lois. Clark sure has something for her to turn down sex like that. >_>
Ugh, Clark having to lie whenever he talks to Tess is really getting old. At least have her find out soon. And why is she so evil to begin with?
Maxima suddenly disappearing via portal back to Almerac felt poorly written... Like it was just the shock of being turned down by Clark that did it. Would love to see her return someday if that's what they were hinting at.
Who are you Mr. X? I could go with it being Lex who took the crystal or is inside it. Knowing that Victor/Cyborg is returning, he came to mind as well.
Monday, October 6, 2008
S-8.03 "Toxic": No Mercy
Good episode. The flashbacks to Oliver on the island, mastering the bow and arrow and then being held hostage with Tess were very nicely done.
So Tess became the Luthors' biggest fan as a means to get back at Ollie? Interesting. Can't wait until we get the full story about what happened after they escaped.
Yeah, Clark was basically a tool in this ep. How could Tess not put it together now, that Clark has powers beyond those of mortal men?
And boy, Clark got served by Ollie. Love it.
Great end to the episode as well, with Tess pulling out the flower and using it on scary black dude. Nice touch with the "NOMERCY" license plate.
So Tess became the Luthors' biggest fan as a means to get back at Ollie? Interesting. Can't wait until we get the full story about what happened after they escaped.
Yeah, Clark was basically a tool in this ep. How could Tess not put it together now, that Clark has powers beyond those of mortal men?
And boy, Clark got served by Ollie. Love it.
Great end to the episode as well, with Tess pulling out the flower and using it on scary black dude. Nice touch with the "NOMERCY" license plate.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
S-8.02 "Plastique": Time Bomb
This episode was kind of average for me. I can't appreciate the comics villains as much as others do, since I'm pretty unfamiliar with them.
Have to get used to Smallville's own Adventures of Lois and Clark. I thought she used him a little too much. The phone booth scene was pretty funny.
It's been over 7 years, yet Chloe and Clark are still anal about meteor freaks?
If this episode's any indication, Jimmy's disappearances are gonna make even less sense now that he's higher up on the show.
Wow, Tess is quickly becoming quite the badass.
And on the subject of Lex, no matter what an interview says, I can't imagine a last episode without him.
Have to get used to Smallville's own Adventures of Lois and Clark. I thought she used him a little too much. The phone booth scene was pretty funny.
It's been over 7 years, yet Chloe and Clark are still anal about meteor freaks?
If this episode's any indication, Jimmy's disappearances are gonna make even less sense now that he's higher up on the show.
Wow, Tess is quickly becoming quite the badass.
And on the subject of Lex, no matter what an interview says, I can't imagine a last episode without him.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
15 years ago...
MIGHTY MORPHIN' POWER RANGERS: 15TH ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE
As I've mentioned before, I didn't start to watch Power Rangers until '94, let alone really be a fan of the show until '96. I just wasn't motivated one way or another to watch it until my sister turned it on (Even today, a show like Heros, I've never been encouraged either way).
With Tiny Toons ending in '94 and Animaniacs clashing with the "Disney Afternoon" cartoons, I had no reason to watch Fox Kids then... (After checking wikipedia, I do recall switching over to watch TaleSpin, Darkwing Duck, for awhile Goof Troop and of course DuckTales and Chip n' Dale -- which were essentially the beginning of it all.) Simply put, I'd love watching my cartoons every afternoon. ^_^
Fast-foward to '95, when casually turning on MMPR became part of my afternoon since, I had not much else to do after school.
The two-month break between "Return of the Green Ranger" and "Storybook Rangers" really had me wondering what was up with the show, until I heard about the movie. Soon my sister bought the soundtrack, turned it on and the orchestrated main theme played for the first time ever.
I remember liking what they did with season 3 more and being fascinated by the Ninjazords. I'd imagine White Ranger fighting Lord Zedd and defeating him, should the series end or to make way for new villains. >_>
With "Master Vile and the Metallic Armor" things really started to get interesting. Soon the Rangers became powerless kids, Zedd and the gang made themselves grow and I could only wonder -- If the show wasn't over how the hell they'd ever get out of it (Of course, what followed was my favorite story-arc ever and years and years of taping the show). Then MMPR ended its run, the Zeo "It's Coming" teasers started and it wasn't long before I was getting up around 10-11am to catch the Saturday episode on tape. Ah, those were the days. And we didn't even have AOL yet.
Years later... Meeting Jason David Frank, Austin St. John, Paul Schrier, Jason Narvy, Tony Oliver, Steve Cardenas, Johnny Bosch, Karan Ashley... finally owning Power Morphers, collecting new exclusive figures and putting together my long-imagined tribute has been spectacular.
As I've mentioned before, I didn't start to watch Power Rangers until '94, let alone really be a fan of the show until '96. I just wasn't motivated one way or another to watch it until my sister turned it on (Even today, a show like Heros, I've never been encouraged either way).
With Tiny Toons ending in '94 and Animaniacs clashing with the "Disney Afternoon" cartoons, I had no reason to watch Fox Kids then... (After checking wikipedia, I do recall switching over to watch TaleSpin, Darkwing Duck, for awhile Goof Troop and of course DuckTales and Chip n' Dale -- which were essentially the beginning of it all.) Simply put, I'd love watching my cartoons every afternoon. ^_^
Fast-foward to '95, when casually turning on MMPR became part of my afternoon since, I had not much else to do after school.
The two-month break between "Return of the Green Ranger" and "Storybook Rangers" really had me wondering what was up with the show, until I heard about the movie. Soon my sister bought the soundtrack, turned it on and the orchestrated main theme played for the first time ever.
I remember liking what they did with season 3 more and being fascinated by the Ninjazords. I'd imagine White Ranger fighting Lord Zedd and defeating him, should the series end or to make way for new villains. >_>
With "Master Vile and the Metallic Armor" things really started to get interesting. Soon the Rangers became powerless kids, Zedd and the gang made themselves grow and I could only wonder -- If the show wasn't over how the hell they'd ever get out of it (Of course, what followed was my favorite story-arc ever and years and years of taping the show). Then MMPR ended its run, the Zeo "It's Coming" teasers started and it wasn't long before I was getting up around 10-11am to catch the Saturday episode on tape. Ah, those were the days. And we didn't even have AOL yet.
Years later... Meeting Jason David Frank, Austin St. John, Paul Schrier, Jason Narvy, Tony Oliver, Steve Cardenas, Johnny Bosch, Karan Ashley... finally owning Power Morphers, collecting new exclusive figures and putting together my long-imagined tribute has been spectacular.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Smallville Season Premiere "Odyssey": Letting Go
Only 4 weeks since Lex and Clark went missing after the Fortress collapsed. I was kinda afraid it was gonna be a few months.
Great to have Oliver back as a regular and nice to see AC and Dinah again too.
Clark without his powers again felt kinda last-resort cheap, but I can't blame Michael for moving on after 7 years. I look forward to the whole "Where's Lex?" plot of the season.
Pretty good introduction for Tess. Even Ollie agrees she's worse than Lex.
Crystal of Knowledge, eh? Interesting.
Damn, it really wasn't looking good for our heros there -- especially Clark. Nice brief nod to the past when his life flashed. Why didn't they include anyone saying anything when Martian Manhunter showed up? I'm confident he'll get his powers back. It would be nice to see him be a big part of an episode later.
Loved the ending. Clark's attitude towards Lois was perfect for the situation and it's cute how they smile when the other isn't looking. ^_^ Although Clark did get the desk job awfully quick. Looking forward to all the situations they get into...
This Odyssey ended pretty nicely. Between Clois and GA, I'm gonna get real biased this season.
Great to have Oliver back as a regular and nice to see AC and Dinah again too.
Clark without his powers again felt kinda last-resort cheap, but I can't blame Michael for moving on after 7 years. I look forward to the whole "Where's Lex?" plot of the season.
Pretty good introduction for Tess. Even Ollie agrees she's worse than Lex.
Crystal of Knowledge, eh? Interesting.
Damn, it really wasn't looking good for our heros there -- especially Clark. Nice brief nod to the past when his life flashed. Why didn't they include anyone saying anything when Martian Manhunter showed up? I'm confident he'll get his powers back. It would be nice to see him be a big part of an episode later.
Loved the ending. Clark's attitude towards Lois was perfect for the situation and it's cute how they smile when the other isn't looking. ^_^ Although Clark did get the desk job awfully quick. Looking forward to all the situations they get into...
This Odyssey ended pretty nicely. Between Clois and GA, I'm gonna get real biased this season.
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