castalie | Lost - Walkabout

I know that out of the 148 people who read my LJ --though we all know that you can be put on a filter and never be read, so the real number may be way different-- only, like, 6 are actually interested in Lost, which as ratio goes is pretty uneven, but that's LJ life for you - so yeah yet another Lost post *g*

Sooooooooo I finally watched it! Had to do it this morning as a matter of fact because I didn't have time last night, though it's okay because last night was great - we ate a mean raclette with some delicious pastries for desserts and it was just cool being at my sister's *g*

Anyway, let's go back to the subject at hands :

The episode was a tad calmer than what I thought considering how 'calm' the previous one was, but I absolutely can't say I was disappointed or anything because dude! This show is so bloody good and messes with my head like you wouldn't believe! Well, unless you're into it as well, because in that case you know what I'm talking about - and it messes with us in such a good way, too *happy sigh*

So let's not waste time and let's talk about THE main twist of this episode - because the shock I had during the few seconds I'm thinking about here was of epic proportion. So okay, we're learning more about Locke and I'm suddenly thinking that his creepiness may be diminishing on my creepy-o-meter after all. What do you know, he's human - woohoo! Sure, he's apparently a human with issues because he seems so intent on doing the walkabout that's it's bordering on obsessive and his boss is such a fucking asshole and when we realise who Helen exactly is it brings some new 'light' on his character again, but so far so good, right? Who doesn't have issue and who doesn't have a jerk for a boss? As for Helen... well huh, why not? I'm sure he has his reasons ~~which he sure had, btw.~~

Anyway, that's when TPTB decide to mess with our heads!

So I'm watching the scene in the little office in Australia and I'm wondering about his condition, because that's what I'm supposed to do, ya know? Hmm so does he have cancer, then? Or maybe a heart condition? Because man, I'm trying to find some 'conditions' that could work and sure those two are sooo obvious but still, it could have worked, right? Besides, it has to be one serious condition because the Other Guy isn't going to change his mind apparently - and poor Locke is getting so angry. Well yeah, I can imagine his disappointment if he's been waiting for this for years.

Then the Other Guy stands up and Locke starts to yell and-- HOLY SHIT he's in a WHEELCHAIR!! A wheelchair! Dude, are you listening to me?? He's in a wheelchair and from what he told the OG he's been in one for the last four years... but-- but... he's walking now, I mean no seriously he is! Oh boy! That's just... wow! This twist? Was so far out of my mind that it didn't even register on the radar *wide eyes*

So yeah, now we know what was the miracle he was talking about when he was speaking with Walt. Because yeah, talk about a miracle, wow *blink*

And let's stay with Locke. What did he see exactly? Because The Thing was right in his face, right? And why didn't it kill him btw? And why doesn't he want to say anything? But you know, if I were him? I wouldn't be so impatient to be rescued because considering all the weird shit happening in that place, I couldn't help feeling that the island made me walk again so I wouldn't be in any hurry to leave it and go back to the 'real' world. And of course it can have a logical and rational explanation but still, we can have no certainty with that show - yet *g* But if I were Locke again? I would go and ask Jack. If someone could answer my questions about this new miracle, I guess he would be the one... unless you're afraid of the answer, in which case you just don't say anything. Also, you don't want all the attention that kind of news would bring you, I get that too.

Now, my favourite guy *g* I could say there wasn't enough Charlie in that episode, but seriously the few scenes we had with him were just a blast so I'm a happy Charlie fan. First because I had two scenes with junkie!Charlie which is a storyline I simply adore, in case you hadn't noticed yet. Second because the fishing scene with Hurley? Was so bloody cute! And it felt so good seeing two of the survivors laughing like they did. And third because the scene right after Boone apologised on his sister's behalf for 'using' him and the look he had just broke my heart and made me love him even more. hurt!Chalie really appeals to my inner angst queen. So all in all? It was perfect! Also, my guy is coming at the end of his stash!! Angst - woe - withdrawal - happy Mouse!

Sayid was great as well. He has such charisma that man, it's incredible!

Rose broke my heart and gave me another little twist in a way. Here I thought she was finally going to accept to join the group and at least try to start her mourning process and then bam, she talks about how her husband doesn't need her to say a few words for him during the little memorial --which was a beautiful idea btw, and I was glad to see Claire do it-- because of course he's still alive - and at the same time what she said about the ones who are supposedly dead intrigued me. I mean, when I watch that show, I can never take everything at face value. So, was that just Rose in denial and refusing to believe her husband was dead, or was that some kind of hint we're supposed to grab? Like... maybe what she said actually is really important to the enigma we're all following.

Something else I liked in her characters is how she's grieving and not reacting well. Someone needs to do that, and with our active merry little band? We didn't exactly see it. Shannon was kind of Denial Girl though she took action too at one point but as whole, she's just selfish and manipulative - so somehow, I prefer Rose lol

I really don't know what to think of the whole situation. I know some people have suggested that maybe they're all dead in reality and everything, and I woud love to believe that but what about Marshall Guy, then? If they were all dead, why would someone, huh.. well die on them? If they're lost in some kind of weird dimension/reality or whatnot, Marshall Guy still comes to give me some more headache, because I can't understand what his role could have been - if he had any role to begin with.

Also, as if the situation wasn't mysterious and creepy enough, we now have Dark Suit Guy appearing out of nowhere and turning out to be Jack's dad - or at least that's what we're supposed to believe from the preview. Man! And is it a coincidence that Jack mentioned his family --and I'm sure he was focusing on his father when he did-- then bam! We're apparently seeing his dad? What's the deaaaaaaaaaaaal?

Oh boy this show is SO awesome! *bounces*

Oh and something that amused me a lot? How Michael chose the only person who didn't speak English to keep an eye on his son. Yeah, good move, Walt.

This is becoming my new motto but seriously - am still madly in love with that show. Maybe more each time *g*

And now, if I have time before leaving, I'll go and read the essay on Andrew that was posted at