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Stargate SG-1: Enigma (1998)
A "Don't Miss" episode!
You don't want to miss this episode!
The story is not only interesting and well-written, it's important because it explains the background of why the Tollan are unwilling to share technology with the "primitive" Tau'ri (humans), or anyone; and why Narim (Garwin Sanford) is initially drawn to Samantha (Amanda Tapping). It also introduces the recurring character of Col. Maybourne (Tom McBeath), who will appear in 10 more episodes.
Assistance is offered by High Councilor Tuplo (Gerard Plunkett) from The Broca Divide (1997) and Lya (Frida Betrani) from Brief Candle (1997)--fun to see characters show up from previous episodes!
Stargate SG-1: Prometheus Unbound (2004)
So many complaints! *rolls eyes*
Ok, I get it. A lot of people don't like the character of Vala. Get over it. She's here to stay and adds a lot--in my opinion. (It's nice to have a little romance and, with Jack promoted/not going on missions, there wasn't going to be a lot of caring moments between he and Sam.)
The exchange between Daniel and Vala (when she's in the Kull Warrior suit), when General Hammond returns to the Alkesh, and a few other choice lines, are some of the funniest exchanges on Stargate SG-1. Ever!
Such a delight to have General Hammond back, if only for a short while, and he had a really good part, too, not just a visit or a phone call.
Great episode, fun exchanges, not for Teal'c/Samantha Carter fans, I guess?
Stargate SG-1: Citizen Joe (2005)
Another review...
...to be sure, there are already enough reviews of this episode, but I wanted to point out, my perspective: that of admiring Dan Castellanata. We all know him as the voice of Homer--and countless others--on The Simpsons; but I enjoyed this opportunity to see him acting *on* screen, as opposed to *behind* the screen. I feel that Castellanata is a very good actor doing a wonderful job with the emotions in this episode, particularly his sadness at the death, and elation at the continued existence of Daniel, because he did indeed know Daniel, through Jack.
Aside from dealing with the range of emotions brought on by his visions, "Joe" had to deal with the decline of his business and deconstruction of his marriage all because no one believed that his visions were real, but manifestations of an apparent break with reality. (In fact, this is very much how things seem to a schizophrenic.)
Castellanata portrayed "Joe" as a character any of us could imagine in ourselves, if such circumstances could exist, and kept us wondering how this situation would be resolved. Sadly, this is one more instance of the resolution coming quickly, in the last few minutes, and without a lot of believability (was "Joe" to just return to his former life and tell everyone, "Gotcha!"?)
Some may consider this "just a clip episode" and write it off as unnecessary to the story arc; to them I say: Lighten up and enjoy the very credible story presented by Castellanata! It's interesting, fun ("you might want to consider locking your door"), and brings a necessary lightness to the series that we need once in a while to keep us from grinding our teeth at night!
Stargate SG-1: Thor's Hammer (1997)
Loved this episode!
I really enjoyed this whole episode, especially the difficult choices made at the end: To save Teal'c, Daniel had to destroy technology that could have been used to save his wife, Sha're, and Jack's friend, Skaara--and anyone else taken over by a Goa'uld!
Teal'c, in turn, offered himself up (to stay in the labyrinth forever), if Thor's Hammer could be used to save Sha're and Skaar (specifically, because of their importance to his team members), because he felt that he owed that to his friends--the people who had led him to freedom.
Jack, showing team leadership, pointed out to Daniel that Sha're and Skaara weren't there (to be saved), but that Teal'c was, intimating that they may not ever have the opportunity to save their loved ones, but that a choice needed to be made now.
With an obviously heavy heart, knowing that he may be destroying his only chance to save his beloved Sha're, Daniel destroyed Thor's Hammer and Teal'c was able to escape from the labyrinth.
I know that some reviewers have commented on SG-1's tendency to destroy the very technology they are charged with discovering, and I get that; but who would they be saving the world from over the next nine seasons if it were that simple?
Stargate SG-1: The Powers That Be (2005)
Glad I saw this!
I've seen a lot of Stargate SG-1 over the years, but not all episodes, and this is one that I had not seen before. I believe this episode does an important job of demonstrating how the Ori can convince people to turn to worship and believe in them.
In this case, an Ori Prior brings a plague upon the village which only the Ori can stop--but will only do so after the remaining villagers bow down and pledge themselves to the Ori.
I personally enjoy the little tit-for-tat exchanges between Vala Mal Doran and Dr. Daniel Jackson (and other members of the SCG), but I seem to be in the minority. Oh well.
I liked this episode and feel that it's a necessary step in understanding the threat posed by the Ori, so I'm glad that I finally saw it!
Bones: The 200th in the 10th (2014)
Just Delightful!
I watched this episode for the first time as a rerun today and was delighted to see how it was made as a 1950s movie. The characters' coy repartee was endearing; and I love *love* LOVED the costumes and hairstyles!
I also found the hokey mistakes that would have been made back in the 1950s to be a treat (eg, a driving scene where the background is city when viewed from the side, but a forest when viewed from the front--hilarious)!
The exciting action scene on the plane and another guest appearance by Billy Gibbons (this time including a couple of killer guitar riffs) put this episode over the top for me!