I thought Lana was really too plot-devicey this go. Interesting, especially since I've been reminded that Thomas directed this ep.
You mean as it was written? Tom has no control over the script...or do you mean the way it was filmed. And SV has always been a great lover of the close up. Fortunately most of the cast can take a tight shot. Michael's face is getting poofy, so tight shots aren't as lovely on him these days.
As I look around most seemed to enjoy it, I mean all preferences aside, it was just a well done episode. Tom's direction was great, and I actually liked all the Lana/Lex and Clark stuff. I'm not a fan of the Lana, but it would be unrealistic to think feelings that angsty just go away, so I'm glad it was addressed. Right or wrong, Clark wants Lana and loves her, and loving Clark like I do, I just want the boy to have whatever he wants, even if it makes me cringe:) I loved the scene between Clark and Lana in the loft, it was raw and Clark was beyond hurt and not in his usual puppy way, there was bitterness. And the scene between Lex and Lana was great, it showed the height of their dynfunctional relationship, both are just using each other, I don't even know if either know how to love properly. Lana wanting Lex because she needs someone to trust her, and Lex using Lana for the guise of redemption even though he no real desire to actually change his ways. Its all very tragic. Tori was fun, and while I've never really seen her in anything, I thought she did a good job providing a lighter side of the ep, while really pushing the plot forward. Clark's ability to love and forgive (within reason) is a huge part of what makes him great as Superman later in life, and I think its good the show isn't afraid to show that.
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1/12/07 01:11 pm (UTC)You mean as it was written? Tom has no control over the script...or do you mean the way it was filmed. And SV has always been a great lover of the close up. Fortunately most of the cast can take a tight shot. Michael's face is getting poofy, so tight shots aren't as lovely on him these days.
As I look around most seemed to enjoy it, I mean all preferences aside, it was just a well done episode. Tom's direction was great, and I actually liked all the Lana/Lex and Clark stuff. I'm not a fan of the Lana, but it would be unrealistic to think feelings that angsty just go away, so I'm glad it was addressed. Right or wrong, Clark wants Lana and loves her, and loving Clark like I do, I just want the boy to have whatever he wants, even if it makes me cringe:) I loved the scene between Clark and Lana in the loft, it was raw and Clark was beyond hurt and not in his usual puppy way, there was bitterness. And the scene between Lex and Lana was great, it showed the height of their dynfunctional relationship, both are just using each other, I don't even know if either know how to love properly. Lana wanting Lex because she needs someone to trust her, and Lex using Lana for the guise of redemption even though he no real desire to actually change his ways. Its all very tragic. Tori was fun, and while I've never really seen her in anything, I thought she did a good job providing a lighter side of the ep, while really pushing the plot forward. Clark's ability to love and forgive (within reason) is a huge part of what makes him great as Superman later in life, and I think its good the show isn't afraid to show that.