TV: October 2004 Archives

It should be no secret that I was of the mind to give up on TV (with the exception of the excellent Daily Show) after Angel was cancelled. Out of a morbid curiosity (and the fact that I have a PVR now), however, I decided to check out a few new shows this season. Based upon the Internet buzz that I was reading, "Lost" looked like it was worth a shot. So, I queue'd up the series premier, and gave it a watchin'.

I was not disappointed. The pilot was one of the most stunning hours of scripted TV that I have ever seen. I mean, it wasn't like I was watching a TV show -- it was more like I was watching a movie. A very tight, suspenseful, and totally amazing movie. Apparently, the "Lost" pilot was one of the most expensive ever made -- but it definitely showed, and it was definitely worth it.

So yes, I am quite hooked on this show. I have had to check some of my higher brain functions at the door (one little portable walkie-talkie is the only radio that they have? Puh-leeze), but once checked, the show has been a real treat (so far). I am having a bit of hard time visualizing how this show will be extended season after season, without it devolving into some sort of Gilligan's Island farce. But, hopefully, the creative forces behind this show won't let that happen.

Oh, and hopefully people will actually watch it, so that it is allowed to stay on the air.

-Andy.