Legends of Tomorrow: Season 2, Episode 1 “Out of Time” (B+)
I spent the whole first season of this show thinking that it would be better if Vandal Savage wasn’t the only villain, and then we ended up with the Time Masters, who were a bit on the out-there side and then ended up being even more villainous. Therefore, I’m pleased to see a fresh start, anchored by Oliver Queen and a self-proclaimed “time detective” in the form of Nate Heywood, played by Nick Zano, last seen as precog brother Arthur on “Minority Report.” This show still demands an extraordinary reliance on “Arrow” and “The Flash,” and I was excited to see Neal McDonough in the episode before realizing that his character, Damien Darhk, was a regular player on the show I don’t watch. Having Eobard Thawne show up as Darhk’s new ally was considerably more exciting because I’m much more familiar with his character and think he could contribute positively. I don’t know anything about the Justice Society of America, but it is cool to see people with powers in 1942 and for them to interact with these time travelers. Kidnapping Einstein only to find that he was a sexist pig was entertaining, and I like how this episode dealt with the past, particularly the legends’ extensive use of their powers. Sara seducing the Queen and then corrupting supposed witches in Salem was entertaining, and I like her rapport with Jax and the rest of the team. Charging ahead without Rip should be interesting, and I think the show has recovered well from the losses of Kendra and Snart. I’m eager to see where the season goes.
Showing posts with label Out of Time. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Out of Time. Show all posts
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Sunday, March 22, 2015
What I’m Watching: The Flash
The Flash: Season 1, Episode 15 “Out of Time” (B+)
This episode deserves commendation if only for the sheer immensity of its revelations, and it’s hard to believe that this isn’t even a midseason finale. I’m not even sure where to start, but I think the acknowledgment of a few key things that we’ve known to be true for a while is probably a good place. We knew that Dr. Wells was the Reverse Flash but didn’t quite know about his circumstances, and it seems that Cisco digging into the truth was too close for comfort for him, though he’ll undoubtedly have to explain to Caitlin how he got up and walked out of his chair (you’d think that being able to move like lightning would enable him time to at least move the chair too). Cisco’s death is hard to take, and being impaled by a super speed-powered hand doesn’t seem likely to be reversible. It’s intriguing that he’s stranded in the past, and now we know that Barry has some time-related powers. Running into the past was a big deal, and let’s hope that he’ll be able to change things this time around, even if that still won’t save Cisco since he’ll be focusing his efforts on Joe. Ignoring Linda when she came to talk to him didn’t see like the cue to finally break the news to Barry, and that made his dramatic reveal right after their big smooch all the more fantastic. This show certainly knows how to pack its action into an hour, and let’s hope the follow-up to this is just as exciting.
This episode deserves commendation if only for the sheer immensity of its revelations, and it’s hard to believe that this isn’t even a midseason finale. I’m not even sure where to start, but I think the acknowledgment of a few key things that we’ve known to be true for a while is probably a good place. We knew that Dr. Wells was the Reverse Flash but didn’t quite know about his circumstances, and it seems that Cisco digging into the truth was too close for comfort for him, though he’ll undoubtedly have to explain to Caitlin how he got up and walked out of his chair (you’d think that being able to move like lightning would enable him time to at least move the chair too). Cisco’s death is hard to take, and being impaled by a super speed-powered hand doesn’t seem likely to be reversible. It’s intriguing that he’s stranded in the past, and now we know that Barry has some time-related powers. Running into the past was a big deal, and let’s hope that he’ll be able to change things this time around, even if that still won’t save Cisco since he’ll be focusing his efforts on Joe. Ignoring Linda when she came to talk to him didn’t see like the cue to finally break the news to Barry, and that made his dramatic reveal right after their big smooch all the more fantastic. This show certainly knows how to pack its action into an hour, and let’s hope the follow-up to this is just as exciting.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
