Season 2 Episode 22 “Tears” Discussion
May 22, 2010 2:52 pm
May 22, 2010 2:52 pm
It’s discussion time again. This time it’s the Finale, “Tears.” Can good defeat evil once more? Find out and tell us what you think!
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By Charlie Schmidt, May 22, 2010 @ 6:08 pm
Rating for Tears: An “A”. What an ending!
Season Two endings with a thrilling, romantic ride. What an episode!
Zedd undoes episode 21 by “undoing” Dahlia, bringing back the old Cara that we all know and love. And Cara Mason is showing her soft side: she hesitates to kill a confessed Kahlan – she just couldn’t do it. Cara cares – deeply.
Nikki burns Darken Rahl to a crisp, and Darken is mad. As the episode ends, Darken captures Nikki and promises to return the favor. That Darken – what a sense of humor.
Kahlan kills Richard! What the heck? Oh no! But not to worry – her love for Richard breaks her confession to Nikki, and her tears upon killing her beloved Richard form a new Stone of Tears, just when it’s needed to close the rift.
What a great episode. There were so many superb moments, like when Cara belted that Mord-Sith lady and said “Who’s in charge?” The answer is Cara Mason. Absolutely.
All’s well that ends well. The rift is sealed. Cara is back, better than ever. Richard and Kahlan are still deeply in love, and Zedd is still dispensing wisdom.
Alas, the Keeper has gotten his revenge by cancelled Legend of the Seeker so there won’t be a Season Three. How heart-breaking. But as Legend of the Seeker teaches – when all looks dark, it’s still possible to hang on till victory comes. Perhaps there will be a Legend of the Seeker movie special. In any event, those Blue Eyes will be back. That’s a prophecy even Richard Cypher would believe in.
By Rose, May 22, 2010 @ 6:57 pm
For a syndicated show, that was a great season finale. Good balance of action and drama. The world is saved, its hinted that richard’s deep love for kahlan will prevent her from confessing him so they can be together finally; similar to the book. We got to see a possible marriage happy ending for them in the previous episode. All in all without much warning that they won’t have season 3 that was a satisfatory ending for this underrated show for me. Now when i read the books atleast i can use the show to visualize the characters, I’m hoping that when they make a movie thats more true to the book that they won’t replace the original actors; can’t think of anyone who would make a better kahlan.
By TheHouseofRahl, May 22, 2010 @ 9:25 pm
Okay, so I have a question. If the writers of LotS knew a while back that the show was being cancelled, why did they finish up the show the way they did. The part that I am talking about is right after Richard placed the stone of tears in the Pillars of Creation they cut away and go to show Nicci being awaken and Darken Rahl saying, “It seems my brother has defeated the Keeper, but I have big plans for you Sister Nicci.” If you were ending the show, why would you even cut away to show something like that? Maybe I am looking to deep into it, but do they intend to leave the series open with Sister Nicci being at the side of Darken Rahl and some new regime of evil? I need some outside perspective on this. Thank you.
By Cait, May 22, 2010 @ 9:59 pm
@TheHosueofRahl I wondered that too. I am dying to know now what happens to Nicci. No one really does stay dead for long in this show lol. I loved this episode. I am so glad that Zedd was able to fix everything and smart thinking on his part to do the spell on Dahlia. The love protecting Richard from being confessed and producing the stone of tears was awesome. Epic finale for sure!
By Purplexion, May 23, 2010 @ 12:30 am
Wow. What a fun show to watch…how terribly sad it’s over though.
If anyone at all from the show reads this site, thank you for making such a great series.
I think the scene cut to Darken Rahl and Sister Nicci at the end was just to show Dark is still gonna have his fun, especially eye for an eye style. I just wonder how many of those Rodahon(sp?) things there are, dang. Seems like everyone has one layin around.
I loved how they brought several of the characters back in this show and Unbroken. That was a nice touch. I think it helped close things up, at least for me. Btw, I especially loved seeing Emily Foxler back as Sister Nicci. She is absolutely gorgeous. (had to say it, sorry)
Thank you all for sharing the show on here. I loved it from the first time I saw Kahlan being attacked with Richard stepping in to save her through to the end. Nice to know I wasn’t alone.
Now, all that’s left is to go find my own Kahlan, well…and read the rest of the books so I can keep getting my romance/sorcery/fantasy-land fix. =)
Take care all! See ya when Bridget impresses everyone again with her next role!
By chase, May 23, 2010 @ 1:47 am
I can’t express how i feel on this finale!. I was so much into it,I forgot to even blink. LOL
Theres a mix of everything,such a rapid pace, I feel like I was part of the whole characters after they have delivered the stone of tears,I felt the relief.
Imagine that, how I feel so connected. Mcdreamy i suppose haha!
I agree with you all, That scene about Nicci being taken by Darken Rahl has to mean something, It has a message of HOPE!, they can’t just give us an end yet. Not now. Kahlan deserves Happy times!
I commend this site for always giving us the best about Pretty B!Keep rocking.
YOu are all awesome,
By TheHouseofRahl, May 23, 2010 @ 2:17 am
You guys see what I mean though. If you knew the show was gonna end, why even bother putting that part in there where Darken Rahl is clearly planning something. Instead, you could have just kept the focus on Richard and Kahlan and reassured the fans that everybody was alright now that the Keeper has been defeated.
By Uchulele, May 23, 2010 @ 6:22 am
According to this, i think they left doors opened for movie or smth. Cant believe its over, this episode was so awesome, have to rewatch it again
By Lindsey, May 23, 2010 @ 8:14 am
From what we know about when the season finale was filmed, the show was kinda in a state of limbo at the time. They knew there was a pretty good chance that they show might not be back for a 3rd season but nothing was definite. So they both gave the show an end, but left it open so they’d have something to build on should there be more.
By chase, May 23, 2010 @ 8:15 am
@Uchelele I love your name! haha
By Uchulele, May 23, 2010 @ 9:34 am
@chase its so funny that u cant even write it properly
By fuat atalayer, May 23, 2010 @ 2:40 pm
i had to watch all episodes from 14th to 22nd because thats where i had to stop watching because of RL issues and business.
i must tell you that i had tear on my eyes and cheeks when the episode was over. not only because of the episode was perfect (the love between Kahlan and Richard) but despite of all the effords we, as the fans have put we didn’t get the good news. With this last episode; once again it has been proven that this is a very good show and definetely deserves 3 and more seasons.
And YOU GUYS, YOU KNOW YOU HAVE THE STORY (A GOOD ONE), A VERY GOOD CREW, ACTORS AND ACTRESSES MATCHES PERFECT FOR THE ROLES (AND OFC YOU HAVE BRIDGET HERSELF) but there is something that is missing, something really i don’t know and DON’T UNDERSTAND.
i as myself am and will be keep pushing for good result for S3 (so far we cannot) and/or something else.
Thank you all the people who works for this show and bring it to us.
And expecially thank you, BRIDGET; for your exceptional performance that you made us believe that you are actually KAHLAN. You are really talented and gorgeous.
And all the fans that watch this show; try to create a miracle out of almost nothing, you are exceptional too. i am proud that i am one of you
best regards,
fuat atalayer
By Patricia, May 23, 2010 @ 4:20 pm
I thought it was a nice way to end it. Over the last couple of eps, including some of the former guest stars was nice. Sister Verna surprised me and I was glad to see her again – she’s quite beautiful and we got to see that without the scarves covering most of her facial features.
Bridget’s stunt on that horse was amazing! Whenever a big stunt like that happens I automatically look for a stuntperson and a partially blocked shot in order to cover the fact that it’s a stuntperson and not the actor. But when the horse reared and the shot from above showed it to be Bridget, I was shocked – in a good way (and I don’t think I caught anything that happened in the next five minutes or so and had to watch it again…and again…and again!) I can’t even imagine how hard that was but having her do it made the scene so much better than it already was. Awesome, just awesome.
And, of course, the closing scene was incredible. They were standing there at the altar, kissing like there was no tomorrow.
I’ve said it before but it’s so true – they have such amazing chemistry. Their little laugh and then one final kiss as it ended. Perfection. 
By No way!, May 23, 2010 @ 6:24 pm
Posted 5 hours ago….Season 3 will come???
http://www.apakistannews.com/legend-of-the-seeker-season-3-legend-of-the-seeker-185057
Go check this out and let me know what you guys think about this. I am hoping its not a scam.
By Alex, May 23, 2010 @ 7:33 pm
I loved this episode! I cried during the whole episode knowing that it is the last (I hope not) I just dont see y ABC cant just change the air timing? :’(
By desiman, May 23, 2010 @ 11:28 pm
Wonderful episode. Sad to hear so far no season 3 Really love Bridget Regan she is one of a kind.
Rare unique actress, wonderful person and a dream.
That said the whole cast is strong. Hard to imagine a stronger team than what weve seen. The episodes are all A class suitable for the big screan. Again im sad i will not get to see more of Bridget Regan with her white costume.
I would just like to say …your smile have confessed us all ….lets not forget you wonderful voice
By fuat atalayer, May 24, 2010 @ 2:02 am
this show means Bridget Regan to me, Kahlan to me. when the end comes closer, i feel more and more empty. when i began wathing first episode, i have been stunned by her beauty and talent, and every moment i spent watching her, more i admire her talent, her soul, her personality.
that is how i feel;
Kahlan/Bridget,when you left…/my soul was as dark as a night;/without your sunshine smile,/without your tears; pure as love./
my heart has left empty;/it is as if a graveyard/that no one has never been before
/and never will be after you have left./
last night,/when it was all over/i felt emptiness,/i saw darkness only… hopelessly…
fuat atalayer
By loise, May 24, 2010 @ 3:39 am
@fuat atalayer
you are epic with your comment!
Bridget/Kahlan is like a precious stone so rarely found. In this chaotic life she stands out, she brings sunshine and made us feel faith in LOVE.
we won’t give up, for you!
By Kandus, May 24, 2010 @ 9:42 am
What a finale! They left it with a high note but it makes me wanting for more like most of us do. Bridget, et al, have done a great job, but I would also like to say super Kudos to the writers who kept the story and each characters interesting.
Speaking of the writers, on how there’s a cliffhanger regarding Darken Rahl and Nicci, I think they weren’t sure when they’re filming it that it would be their last. They had an inkling that it might be but wasn’t sure, so it’s sensible to make a finale as fitting as it was in case it really will end, but also to end it with a cliffhanger or hints of problems ahead (Rahl/Nicci)shoudl it goes to season 3. They weren’t sure what’s the state of the show when they were making it.
But they said it’s season finale and they will be showing reruns of the show, and I’d like to ask what for? Could it be to reintroduce the Seeker to new and hopefully more viewers and see how it goes for them to make a decision? The filming is usually on July so they still have to wait until July if it’s a go or not. Craig had an interview, where he made a hint that there’s still some last effort for the show’s life. There might be some chances. It’s not over until it’s over.
By Kandus, May 24, 2010 @ 9:42 am
this is where you can find Craig’s interview: http://news.popstar.com/Article/1887
By Kandus, May 24, 2010 @ 9:52 am
@BY NO WAY: about http://www.apakistannews.com/legend-of-the-seeker-season-3-legend-of-the-seeker-185057
It would be so easy to believe. I’d like to believe it badly. But is there any other source than this about the possible 3rd season? Because really, I can’t get pass the terrible English. It doesn’t mean it lacks credibility since it’s written badly, but I don’t like to be misled and it didn’t have strong facts but rather only cited that the speculation started from a fan. I hope there’s another source to confirm this.
Thanks for sharing.
By desiman, May 24, 2010 @ 3:29 pm
Oh god we are going to miss Bridget ! Nice finale still felt empty knowing no more Bridget Regan to see every week. Lets hope we see her as Wonder Woman or some other dramatic role cause her acting is so honest
By Alex, May 24, 2010 @ 4:26 pm
This sucks so much! Law and order got 20 seasons! How come Lots only gets two when the solution can be to change the time slot. Please why cant Bridget and Craig fight harder to keep their job? One more chance for Legend of the Seeker!
By Alex, May 24, 2010 @ 4:32 pm
This sucks so much! Law and order got 20 seasons! How come Lots only gets two when the solution can be to change the time slot. Please why cant Bridget and Craig fight harder to keep their job? One more chance for Legend of the Seeker! oh and how come the producers left us hanging like that? It makes it seem like there is going to be a season three and getting our hopes up (which i hope is true)
By Alex, May 24, 2010 @ 4:39 pm
cant Bridget and Craig work harder to keep their jobs and our favorite t.v show?
By Jason, May 24, 2010 @ 7:03 pm
@Alex
Bridget and Craig worked extremely hard just playing their roles on the show. Bridget had to be away from friends and family for long periods of time. Actors may talk about their shows during interviews or Twitter about them or whatnot… but I think that anything beyond quitely encouraging people to watch their show starts to appear unseemly. Bridget and Craig have dignity. They worked very hard. They put out a great product. The show aired at impossible times. The Tribune company is a train wreck and wouldn’t renew the show. And there we have it. End of story. Sad, but true. It is by no means the fault of anyone directly involved with the show and I don’t think the actors put in an ounce of energy less than the wonderful show deserved.
By Anthony, May 24, 2010 @ 8:55 pm
loved the episode so so much that I watched it again on netflix, bridget and craig are wonderful together. its finally good to see that they can be together. But I still want more. Another GREAT episode. bridget you the best, keep up the good work.
I also like how the left the ending hanging for something to come *fingers crossed*
By Busse, May 25, 2010 @ 4:13 am
Rating A …. super Ending , how much does such episode cost ?!
By Yasir, May 25, 2010 @ 11:37 am
@Busse
From what we know the budget of each episode is 1.5 million US dollars. I’m sure some episodes cost more than others though.
By alex, May 26, 2010 @ 4:33 pm
Ok im sorry i know that they worked the butts off to do this show. Im just really upset that the show got cancelled and that no one is going to give it a chance :’(
By Purplexion, May 26, 2010 @ 8:27 pm
My sympathies/empathies to everyone.
The fact that the TV execs are too stupid to know when they have something special in their hands is mind-boggling. This is not the first show with such an excellent cast and story to get the early axe, but it is one of the hardest to accept. I am relying on the books to fill the void (can’t put em down now! The parts with Kahlan and Richard building their relationship are truly poignant.) Bridget portrayed that feeling the best.
Bridget’s talent and presence cannot have gone unnoticed. Not to slight the rest of the cast, but Bridget shines above all.
By Dennis, May 27, 2010 @ 9:34 am
@Purplexion, “Not to slight the rest of the cast, but Bridget shines above all.”
I know this is a BR site, but I must beg your pardon: Tabrett has been a scene stealer since she arrived in the season finale last year. I do love Bridget, she is a fantastic actress, but Tabrett communicates so much in every scene without even saying a line, just facial expression and body language. She’s amazing. So, not to slight the rest of the cast, but Tabrett shines above all.
By Lindsey, May 27, 2010 @ 11:36 am
I think we can all understand that people have their favorites from the show.
By Yasir, May 27, 2010 @ 1:09 pm
Of course everyone will have their favorites and there is nothing wrong with that. Some think that Tab has stole the show in season 2 and I can’t say it’s a totally invalid statement just not what I think (along with at least a few more (thousands)
). Tab has played a very interesting character in Cara and she has done an excellent job in portraying that character just unfortunately for her we were confessed by Bridget a while back before she ever showed up, not that it would mattered even if she had…:)
By Patricia, May 27, 2010 @ 3:18 pm
I would be remiss if I didn’t add Craig’s name to this discussion.
By Purplexion, May 27, 2010 @ 7:00 pm
Oh, I certainly didn’t mean anyone was lacking. I think all the main cast did an excellent job. No matter who your personal choice is I think we all won with that ensemble. =)
By kandus, May 28, 2010 @ 9:05 am
Yes, I agree that it was a great ensemble, and it would be a bit odd if we’ll watch an episode without any of the characters that made us loved the show. But I have to say it’s actually Bridget’s portrayal of Kahlan that sort of anchored the show since 1st season. The addition of Tab as Cara completes the dynamic personalities a group needs. But acting wise, Bridget overshadowed Craig’s and Tab’s, and perhaps only equaled by Bruce’s.
Tab portrayed Cara well, but sometimes she’s more about pose and sometimes she walked like she’s in a runway. Since she only had limited lines, Tab compensated well in facial expressions, then she looked cute in addition to being hot. But portraying another side of Cara’s personality like the meek housewife Cara, Tab was not quite convincing as the soft Cara. She didn’t quite detached the audience from the strong Cara we love. She failed to take us away from that attachment. However, with Bridget’s portrayal of the two Kahlans in Torn, she was amazingly convincing and clearly showed the two distinct personalities of the one and same character, Kahlan. It was an intelligent acting. Even in Mirror, Kahlan was able to take us or connected the audience to a different personality far from the Kahlan that she usually played. She was a convincing comic.
Now, I’m only comparing Bridget and Tab as actresses. Both of them played their characters well, but I have to disagree that Tab stole the show. She just added spice. The show stealer was really Bridget since season one. She stole it from Craig, and my basis on this is that most — and I mean most, not all — loved the show LOTs because of her portrayal of Kahlan. It’s fitting to say that Bridget really had a cult following for her portrayal of Kahlan. Check the internet and see that there’s more websites dedicate to Bridget than to anybody else on the show, including this one.
By Dennis, May 28, 2010 @ 9:53 am
@Purplex, agreed: the whole cast was great and the fact that Tabrett took LotS to a whole ‘nother level is not to invalidate the great work by all involved.
@kandus, “But acting wise, Bridget overshadowed Craig’s and Tab’s, and perhaps only equaled by Bruce’s.”
You couldn’t be more wrong. Bruce was the weakest link in the cast. Bridget did anchor the show in season 1, but Tabrett overshadowed her so starkly in season 2 that BR fans were complaining relentlessly of not having enough Bridget… all the while Cara had so few lines throughout. They even had to renovate BR’s wardrobe and makeup (to my dismay). Tab elevated the show, stole [nearly] every scene, yet said so few words. ACTING WISE, Tab communicated more without words than the rest did with words; that’s phenomenal acting esp for a supporting role. But I repeat, Tab’s superior presence on-screen does not invalidate others’.
In all regards such comments are supremely subjective and have no other basis than opinion, so don’t get your hackles up.
By Alex, May 28, 2010 @ 3:38 pm
I have a question….lets say Legend of the seeker does get a season three but they changed the actors and actresses, would you guys still like the show as much?
By Yasir, May 28, 2010 @ 3:41 pm
@Alex
I would say it wouldn’t be the same show at all…
That’s actually one of my worst fears now.
By Sarah, May 28, 2010 @ 4:11 pm
@Dennis That’s only your opinion so why say he couldn’t be more wrong?
If you’re referring to viewers like me complaining of Tab “overshadowing” and “stealing every scene” from B, I was referring to screen time wasted on her, not her being a better actress or having more presence.
Frankly, I get irritated with Cara because while she’s obviously supposed to add comedic value, sound sexy and be complicated, I thought she brought the show quality down to the Xena level. (Yes, it had a lot of fans; I wasn’t one.) Cara wears tons more makeup, fake lashes, a red leather catsuit and carries a phallic weapon. She’s too exaggerated and one-note. I can’t understand the apparent lol-ing and tears over her character. Why get emotionally invested in something so superficial? Of course that’s going to “communicate more without words” if you’re a man. But remember some of us are less captivated and are allowed our own opinions. I’m also a woman who thinks Craig’s shirtless scenes can be as embarrassingly tacky as he seems to, so it’s not a gender issue.
I know snappy one-liners and come-hither stares are generally far more “scene stealers” than long honorable speeches and appearing respectable to most. I’m in the minority because I want naturalness and complexity. I still resent they decided to add more makeup and bring Kahlan’s quality down with Cara.
I think the bottom line is they have extremely different roles on the show and do their job perfectly, but we viewers have our preferences as to what we like to see.
By Dennis, May 28, 2010 @ 5:19 pm
Sarah, re-read the last line of my prior post: “In all regards such comments are supremely subjective and have no other basis than opinion, so don’t get your hackles up.”
OF COURSE its my opinion, and IMO he couldn’t be more wrong about Bruce being the stongest link. It almost goes without saying (at least it should), but peep still get worked when I declare my opinion.
And IMO you’re pretty close to wrong too… about Cara/Tab. You’re mistaking Carafan’s appreciation of her superior acting as being appreciation of her cleavage. Not so. All that you criticized in Cara is superficial (and women claim men are superficial?). My high praise is for how Tab can sell an emotion with only her eyes, or a twitch, or a gesture. And it should be of no debate that Cara is the most complex character in LotS. Tab executes it with brilliance. IMO. (I do have a professional pedigree, which I won’t bother to detail, as everything really is just opinion… for the 3rd time.)
I find no fault in your digging BR more than TB. I mean it. We just disagree on the degrees of awesomeness between these two FINE actresses. Have a great weekend everybody. (I wish LotS was on.)
By Sarah, May 28, 2010 @ 7:01 pm
Being patronized can get peeps worked up. What got my hackles up was this: Bridget did anchor the show in season 1, but Tabrett overshadowed her so starkly in season 2 that BR fans were complaining relentlessly of not having enough Bridget… all the while Cara had so few lines. Maybe I’m wrong, but it sounds like you’re deliberately twisting my reasoning to reflect your opinion. I don’t want her there because she brings the quality of the show down to a superficial level, not because I think her supposed superiority an embarrassment to Bridget. I complained when IMO Cara strayed too far from TG’s, had too many useless lines, centric-eps, didn’t advance the story, and I couldn’t legitimately care about her. Tab is awesome, but not a superior actress.
What I was criticizing when I focused on the superficial is exactly that. There isn’t that substance that exists with method or other trained actors. Yes, there’s too much twitching, pulling faces, posing and batting eyes, and no je ne sais quoi that comes from contemplating and engaging internally.
Watch the scenes where she’s not supposed to be the vixen – where she’s a struggling widow, or beaten within an inch of her life. Kahlan would be natural and you would still be able to see her eyes. Why is Tab still dolled up despite it making no sense storywise? She lacks quality and depth with the subtle scenes. You have to project some emotion yourself, but fortunately her character has the complex material to do so. Tab thinks Cara is fun, and that’s great to watch, and suits the TV Cara…but I miss the deeper elements to her character in the books. (Yes, nerd here.)
LotS is still on tomorrow, just a repeat of Light, I think.
By Purplexion, May 28, 2010 @ 7:31 pm
Ooookaaaay! Now, who’s up for a nice lively discussion about who had the best death scene for a randomly stabbitized or burninated Sister of the Dark?
By Lindsey, May 28, 2010 @ 7:32 pm
Ok, I said this once but apparently not strong enough. Everyone has their favorites and everyone viewed the show in a different light. Regardless of your opinion, please be respectful to each other and each other’s opinions. You are more then welcome to disagree, just don’t be nasty about it.
By Sarah, May 28, 2010 @ 8:43 pm
If there was an edit/delete button I’d've used it. I won’t be offended if you do, Lindsey. The show ending puts me in a negative mood, and I can hear it in my tone.
This is a substitute for commenting on actual episodes? Sorry, Dennis. I’ll end on something positive: Season 3, please?
By Lindsey, May 28, 2010 @ 10:24 pm
Sarah eeh, it was more a comment on the whole bit not any particular person. Don’t worry about it, you’re not offending me or anything, I’m just trying to keep this from getting out of control.
By Kandus, May 29, 2010 @ 5:09 am
@Sarah: I share your opinion, and I know we’re not the minority here ( not that it matters anyway)
@Dennis: I respect your opinion, man, and I do like Tabrett, but I obviously I like Bridget more. You were on the brink of being offensive in your earlier response to my opinion, the bit which the administrator deleted, but I didn’t mind at all. You were passionate with your opinion as we are with ours. We can go on and on with our defense of our favorites but let’s respect the house rules.
For the record, I stand by my opinion about Bruce, and he’s not the weakest link. He might not be hot as Craig H nor Craig P which makes him physically unappealing to some degree, but he’s a veteran actor who perfectly played the role of Zed. I’m saying these — Bridget as the better actress, and Bruce and Craig Parker, better actors — because they are. And I’m saying this not only having my opinion as the basis but that of what’s written in the reviews. I like Tab and I didn’t mean to belittle her acting ability, but she was relegated to more of the “hot, kick ass vixen” compared to the emotionally driven Kahlan. She have a strong physical presence but physical presence does not equate to superb acting. As I said before, the comparison was meant towards them being actresses — and by that I meant their general performance in the whole season). Season 2 was actually more about Richard emerging as the leader as opposed to being dependent to Kahlan and Zed’s guidance in Season 1. If there’s not as much spotlight on Kahlan, it’s not because of Cara, the focus was really on Richard. But when the focus was on Kahlan, like in Torn, Bridget easily shone through and reminded us why we liked her as Kahlan in the first place.
Thanks, Dennis. It was fun sharing opinion with you.
By Yasir, May 29, 2010 @ 7:36 am
Not to add too much to this discussion since I think everyone has come to an agreement that we all have our favorites. I just wanted to say that I totally agree with Kandus that Torn this season showed us exactly what Bridget is capable of and why we love her so much. Can’t help wanting more of that for season 3..:)
By Dennis, June 1, 2010 @ 1:34 pm
@Sarah, Sorry to get you worked up. I have that ability and don’t even mean to. Respectfully, I maintain that your assessment of Tabrett’s craft is flawed and incorrect by any casual account.
You and I both love and appreciate Bridget, but I also love and appreciate Tabrett (as actresses on both accounts). We’ll just leave it at that. We needn’t fuss about it further. Lets hope we can enjoy these TWO fine actresses revisiting these roles again soon.
By Patricia, June 1, 2010 @ 3:26 pm
Why does it necessarily mean that by supporting Tabrett someone is in some way dissing Bridget or vice versa. They are both terrific actors. Period. No one acts in a vacuum; somebody else is always in any scene. If that other person weren’t also pretty darn good, the whole scene would be trash no matter how good the first person was. The actors play off one another and each makes the other better. I believe it’s true with all of them. I don’t believe anyone’s acting was the weakest link in this series. BROKEN showed us what Tab is capable of and TORN showed us what Bridget is capable of. Both were great eps.
And, while I was drawn to the show because of Bridget’s character, I believe Craig’s acting is understated and easily overlooked. He makes it look so easy, so natural, so effortless that it can appear like he’s not doing anything at all, but I think that’s the hallmark of a fine actor. I was convinced during the first couple of eps that I saw that Richard had to be just like Craig – that he was just being himself and not really acting. But then I saw some of his interviews and found out he’s nothing like Richard – he smiles all the time, he’s a little bit goofy, he’s got a different intensity, and his natural voice is so much deeper. And everyone has commented about how hard he works. I’ve enjoyed his acting and his character very much. In this strong cast, he definitely carries his own weight, right there with Bridget and Tab and Bruce. DENNA showed us what he’s capable of.
By Chase, June 2, 2010 @ 10:51 pm
wow. I have read all the comments, and everyone has pointed their opinions well.
Now can we get a drink ? for season three? i mean.
By Dennis, June 3, 2010 @ 9:42 am
@Patricia, Well said. Indeed Craig/Richard blew the doors off in DENNA. He rocked that Ep. Jessica/Denna also was great in the DENNA Ep (some other appearances maybe not so awesome as DENNA was).
Its true that the show altogether is just friggin great, and set a fantastic standard; easily cinema quality. Its that high standard they set which permits us to “nit-pick” little things, because its really just SO GOOD. (Although Tab was best… hehe
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By Flip, June 6, 2010 @ 8:13 pm
It WAS a great ending to the season. well written. But yet it was difficult to watch knowing the story ends there. I am not sure the cast seemed too heart broken from the way it reads, it has been difficult for them not getting the attention they wanted down there.
But a tip of the hat to all. i really surprised myself getting into it as much as I have. It was my nice escape to the Midlands once in awhile and thanks to the whole production crew for that.
I hope we’ll see you in movie form…a $100m budget for a 2 hour loTS….that would be SWEET!!!!!!