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elrhiarhodanAnd we are just one episode shy of the half-way point for the entire third season. Time DOES fly, doesn't it?
Starting this week, I am going to do the Dish a little differently. Rather than post a series of random squees, which are not really useful, I'm going to try to write something a little more cogent about what I liked, what I didn't like, what worked, what didn't work and where I think the story is going.
I also need to make an announcement. I am firmly in Camp Sara. I like the character, I like how she has progressed from antagonist to compatriot. I don't know if I completely buy the Neal/Sara chemistry, but they are sexy people doing sexy things together, which makes me happy. Hell, yeah - I'd rather Neal was doing sexy things with Peter and Elizabeth, but I can't have everything.
That being said, criticism of the character's actions or non-actions is always welcome, but if you want to tell me how much you hate Sara Ellis, you don't find her at all interesting/attractive/intelligent and that she contributes nothing to the show, please just don't. There are many other fans who feel as you do and welcome such contributions. I don't want to be made to feel I have to defend my preferences on my own journal.
And here we go...see you on the other side.
What I Love:
Porn, really? Moz panicking is adorable, so is jealous Moz, and Moz on the verge of giving the whole treasure secret away.
I do like that Sara doesn't hesitate to call him on the passports - but she calls them excellent forgeries? I thought they were supposed to be the real deal, with farmed identities.
Having the old main title back is a pleasure. No more soap opera music!
Mozzie just grabbing the first thing handy - the Watergate transcript. And then grabbing the candy, Yes, Mr. Havisham, you are adorable. Evil, but adorable.
I love that Peter called Neal and Sara on their shopping spree.
The Vulture is a woman - and Moz is instantly infatuated.
Sali = Salieri / Mozzie = Mozart - is Moz going to get lucky, finally? Yes he did! I do like that pairing. Maybe she gives Moz a reason to stay. (And apparently not).
What I don't like:
Neal is lying to Sara - and saying that Peter wouldn't be surprised that he has the passports. This breaks my heart.
I don't like how he's trying to tempt Sara - to bring her along. Yes, it was romantic, but it is just wrong.
What Works:
The pinstriped suit and slicked back hair. Yes - I like that look on Neal. Dunno why, it should be sleazy, but it isn't.
I love that El has Mozzie on speed dial. And that they chat regularly.
What Doesn't Work:
The way Mozzie gets in touch with The Vulture - seems a little too pat.
Peter's "Neal in Prison" joke. Sorry - it just doesn't work for me.
I don't like that Neal called Mozzie and Sali misfits
And I don't know how I feel about Sara finding out. I really don't.
As always, respectful thinky and not so thinky thoughts are most welcome. Have at it, folks!
Starting this week, I am going to do the Dish a little differently. Rather than post a series of random squees, which are not really useful, I'm going to try to write something a little more cogent about what I liked, what I didn't like, what worked, what didn't work and where I think the story is going.
I also need to make an announcement. I am firmly in Camp Sara. I like the character, I like how she has progressed from antagonist to compatriot. I don't know if I completely buy the Neal/Sara chemistry, but they are sexy people doing sexy things together, which makes me happy. Hell, yeah - I'd rather Neal was doing sexy things with Peter and Elizabeth, but I can't have everything.
That being said, criticism of the character's actions or non-actions is always welcome, but if you want to tell me how much you hate Sara Ellis, you don't find her at all interesting/attractive/intelligent and that she contributes nothing to the show, please just don't. There are many other fans who feel as you do and welcome such contributions. I don't want to be made to feel I have to defend my preferences on my own journal.
And here we go...see you on the other side.
What I Love:
Porn, really? Moz panicking is adorable, so is jealous Moz, and Moz on the verge of giving the whole treasure secret away.
I do like that Sara doesn't hesitate to call him on the passports - but she calls them excellent forgeries? I thought they were supposed to be the real deal, with farmed identities.
Having the old main title back is a pleasure. No more soap opera music!
Mozzie just grabbing the first thing handy - the Watergate transcript. And then grabbing the candy, Yes, Mr. Havisham, you are adorable. Evil, but adorable.
I love that Peter called Neal and Sara on their shopping spree.
The Vulture is a woman - and Moz is instantly infatuated.
Sali = Salieri / Mozzie = Mozart - is Moz going to get lucky, finally? Yes he did! I do like that pairing. Maybe she gives Moz a reason to stay. (And apparently not).
What I don't like:
Neal is lying to Sara - and saying that Peter wouldn't be surprised that he has the passports. This breaks my heart.
I don't like how he's trying to tempt Sara - to bring her along. Yes, it was romantic, but it is just wrong.
What Works:
The pinstriped suit and slicked back hair. Yes - I like that look on Neal. Dunno why, it should be sleazy, but it isn't.
I love that El has Mozzie on speed dial. And that they chat regularly.
What Doesn't Work:
The way Mozzie gets in touch with The Vulture - seems a little too pat.
Peter's "Neal in Prison" joke. Sorry - it just doesn't work for me.
I don't like that Neal called Mozzie and Sali misfits
And I don't know how I feel about Sara finding out. I really don't.
As always, respectful thinky and not so thinky thoughts are most welcome. Have at it, folks!
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Date: 2011-07-20 03:14 pm (UTC)You're right about the passports - of course Sara would assume they are forgeries. You do make a valid criticism of Sara not respecting Neal's boundaries - she did dig around in that hidden compartment. It didn't surprise me - she is an investigator - and one who admits that she frequently skirts the law to get her client's property back. As Neal's called her, a White Collar Bounty Hunter.
There were good elements to this episode, but I was left feeling like I did when I first watched On Guard. A little sick to my stomach.
Still, a solid B+ effort for a new staff writer.
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Date: 2011-07-20 03:59 pm (UTC)Well, not only that, but again, my concern is with his treatment of Peter as well. Peter has been pretty damn good to Mozzie, and all he gets in thanks are rude criticisms and wild accusations of wrong-doing by Mozzie all the time.
You're right about the passports - of course Sara would assume they are forgeries. You do make a valid criticism of Sara not respecting Neal's boundaries - she did dig around in that hidden compartment.
Sara also looked through folders on Neal's desk in "Under the Radar", which annoys me more. That's his job; she has no business going through any of that, investigator or not. :/
We may not agree on that, I realize, but I find this one of the traits that drives me away from Sara. :/
Anyway, with regards to Neal and Mozzie, and Sara and Neal, and Peter and Neal....
I wish the writers would let Neal grow up a little. I don't like these attempts to push Neal's decisions off on other people. Neal HAS to make a decision for himself some day, without anyone forcing him to pick a 'side'.
Personally, I'm on Neal's side. It's not what Peter wants or what Mozzie wants or what Sara wants. Or Elizabeth or Hughes or Alex. It's gotta be something Neal wants.
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Date: 2011-07-20 09:20 pm (UTC)Sorry, but this cracks me up every time. To me the sequence looked like a filler because they didn't want her just twiddling her thumbs or playing with her phone, and it was a good way to get them talking about the sub. A bit like the fruit bowls all over the place. That's all I ever saw in that scene, a metaphorical fruit bowl. I don't think they were trying to show a character trait. Of course, this backfired spectacularly...
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Date: 2011-07-20 09:05 pm (UTC)There is a part of me that wants to watch the ep and a part of me that wants to erase it off my DVR and hide under the covers. Ok, that last part (the covers) is because I don't feel good, but still!
But I want to know more about the place where Neal was happy or whatever that was. I caught the part where Peter told him he was bluffing and that Neal realizes he didn't have to run. I want to understand the bits and pieces I'm reading from the comments. So, I guess I will wade through the ep and take something for my stomach after watching it again!