June 11th, 2008 by James Hearn
I have never been much of a dedicated TV viewer. Prior to the induction of DVRs I physically just didn’t have the time to dedicate to a show so I never became a did-you-see-last-nights-episode-of-Sopranos sort of person; until Lost came along.
I remember seeing the trailer for the pilot episode of Lost and it didn’t look interesting so I tuned it out. On Sept. 22, 2004 I happened to be flipping the channels and caught the start of the show. I thought, “Ah, what the heck? Let’s check it out”. The show was just interesting enough to leave me wanting for more.
Season one’s flashbacks were a great vehicle for learning more about each character. It’s finale with Locke and Jack starring down the hatch let me wanting more. The opening scene to season two was probably the most impressive deception-execution techniques I’ve seen on TV. That is, until the last scene of season three’s “Through the Looking Glass” at which I recall simply replying, “Woh” in my best Keanu Reeves voice. Season four’s technique of flash forwards was great as it let me formulate my own theories on what is happening; or, what will happen.
At this point in the Lost series we realize that it’s no longer about getting off of the island. There is something much larger at play here. I’ve been really impressed with the creativity that has been put into the production of Lost. I hope these writers and producers will continue to intrigue our minds and leave us wanting more.
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