First, the way they answer the question of the "whispers" was so cheesy I literally rolled my eyes. It wasn't so much that the answer itself was cheesy, because it actually is sort of poetic, but I hated the way it was done. The answer makes a lot of sense if you've read the transcripts of the whispers; which are kind of haunting. Though, I thought the island wasn't "purgatory", Darlton?
Second, does anyone else miss and remember the time when Sayid was actually a good character and exciting to watch? I can't help but think this is just a trick; that Sayid is just playing FLocke to the end, but his character has lost all appeal this season and that's a shame. Actually, a lot of characters have lost their appeal. When I find myself liking Jack more than Sawyer you know there's a problem. It's still good television and miles above everything else on TV, but despite some real wonderful moments I can't help but feeling this season is a let down. Even if they wow us in those final two hours, will it be as satisfying if the whole season just felt like a waiting game? Then again, I suppose that's what the show has been from the start.
Third, does Sawyer even remember that great love of his life Juliet? Starting to wonder. I know Juliet is going to show up eventually but I'm betting it will be in the alt timeline, perhaps saving Sun's baby. I really hope I'm wrong. If true love is a guiding force in this show, then they'd have to see each other to remember. Unless they pair him with Kate, as sort of hinted to in Sawyer's ALT, which is complete bullshit. She is not his constant. She should be Jack's... if someone has to end up with that tramp.
Four, fans are so protective of Darlton. Gimme me a break. If you say something negative about this season, you're suddenly not a fan and have no OMGZZZ FAITH. Darlton is still an amazing duo and the world that they've created is nothing short of amazing. I just feel that we're far enough into the season now for me to say that they dropped the ball here. They had this whole world to expand on and they chose not to because perhaps they never had the answers to begin with. Any answers given feel forced and copy pasted. Maybe the last few hours of the show will completely wow me, but even if that happens, I'm still going to feel like so much more could have been done with this season just based on the dozen episodes we've already seen. Maybe this season standing on its own isn't so bad, but its lack of conclusive answers to all the themes presented in previous seasons make those previous seasons now seem less than they were. At least the ride was fun.
Five, if love helps the characters remember then why didn't Locke remember when he found Helen in the alt?
Six, I realize I'm full of complaints. The episode wasn't bad, it's this season that I have some issues with.
Seven, something I loved was the Willy Wonka song in next week's preview. Simultaneously creepy and wonderful.
Until then.
