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Post by lizap on Jan 30, 2009 17:20:27 GMT
rueful, I believe it was the combination of the camera angle for that whole segment starting with the comment on oxygenation, his facial expression, plus the sound of his voice and manner of delivery.
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Post by rueful on Jan 30, 2009 17:31:14 GMT
It's a dirty job, but I'll watch again and get back to you!
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Post by lizap on Jan 30, 2009 17:38:58 GMT
Ain't it just!  |
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Post by dirtygirldiva on Jan 30, 2009 18:09:51 GMT
Ok while I can see that this episode had it's very good points, there were a few bad points I just have to point out.
When Hood and Rachel are getting into the Stem Cell lab after hours, Rachel shows the receptionist her badge, which clearly states FBI in big bold letters...and then when they get in, she asks "are you guys police?" WTF...did you not see FBI on the badge? And then Rachel answers like she never showed the FBI badge...what happened to the snarkiness she displayed at the club?
And why would a good FBI agent with great arms knowledge fire a weapon at a solid metal door in a cramped space? Their ears had to have been ringing, not to mention the ricochets that would be flying around. I know Jacob provided something to hide behind, but with the high velocity, those bullets would have been bouncing off the walls. I'm sorry I just have a hard time believing that a 9mm round would penetrate an industrial freezer door.
And as funny as the "chicken" scene was, I don't think it would have gone down that way in real life...I know, I know...this is fiction, but it's supposed to be based on fact, so it irks me when someone as level-headed and protective of Hood as Rachel decides to play around with everyone's life by being stubborn.
Ahhh the plot holes continue. But this episode was still decent. I loved the "I like that look" line as well as the "You're touching me right now? Seriously?" Ranks up there with when Rachel blew off the guy at the bar by explaining she was filling out paperwork because she killed someone. She has flashes of brilliance really...hence why I heart Rachel.
Also loved the interaction with the father. People that say the victims aren't portrayed well enough don't watch this show close enough. the scene where the father shows up and says he is going to donate marrow had me tearing up a little. I loved the father, well played.
Overall ok...not as good as H2O or Containment...but good.
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Post by ambra on Jan 30, 2009 18:34:12 GMT
I'm usually willing to suspend my disbelief when it comes to tv but I see your point. The episode for me that the plot holes were impossible to overcome was "Cardiac". I still haven't figured out how Stephen got the digitalis on all the victims' items without being noticed, especially the toad container and the asthma inhaler.
The only really annoying part about this episode for me is the midi muzak version of Pink's "Sober" at the memorial service and not even the full song, just the chorus over and over. It sounded like some awful cellphone ringer. These people were rich; I'm sure they could've afforded a decent DJ!
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Post by tipou on Jan 30, 2009 19:28:05 GMT
The craziest, funniest thing happened while I was re-watching the opening, doing so because Rufus looked so gorgeous. tipou, I am so bummed that you didn't see the opening, because now I won't be able to get your opinion on this (oh, wait, you could watch it at that website that shows the full episodes!). Anyway, there I was replaying the sequence just before the ticking clock, and starting with the shot where Hood talks about the oxygenation of the blood, and I had the strongest impression of Rufus reminding me of someone else, but someone so unlikely I would never have imagined it in a million years. And it wasn't appearance only or maybe even mostly, but the sound and manner of his speaking those words, too -- but not this person today, more like 30-35 years ago (I think it's probably because this week I caught a snippet on PBS of this person performing when younger) and I hasten to say, lest I get kicked off the board, a much, much, much, much, much handsomer version of this person! So I was wondering if anyone would take a look at that segment again, and see if anything jumps out at you all, before I divulge the name of the person that Rufus reminded me of. i did go to yidio and watched the opening sequences. although i have to agree on the gorgousness of rufus (black suit - white shirt, that works on any man, but on him it gets silly its so nice), but i fail to see any connection, even if my brains informs me it should. sorry. i just cannot put my finger on it. |
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Post by lizap on Jan 30, 2009 19:35:49 GMT
Oh, not to be sorry, tipou, it's way out in left field. I'm sure you'll think I'm totally wacko when I tell you.
I'm going to look for a photo and maybe a youtube for a voice comparison, and will post this evening.
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Post by tipou on Jan 30, 2009 19:52:36 GMT
i will certainly not judge you - i often find the weirdest similarities between people, which sometimes makes people look at me with the intense desire to give me their optometrist's business card.
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Post by rueful on Jan 30, 2009 22:25:50 GMT
Well I am very curious now. I've watched that scene several times (thanks for giving me the excuse), but can't make a guess. And don't worry that we'll think you're weird. You seem to fit in just fine with the rest of us--and you can take that as you will |
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Post by lizap on Jan 30, 2009 23:06:09 GMT
Well I am very curious now. I've watched that scene several times (thanks for giving me the excuse), but can't make a guess. And don't worry that we'll think you're weird. You seem to fit in just fine with the rest of us--and you can take that as you will Thanks, rue! I am very happy to be here among this lovely group, with the beautiful Roof at the center. |
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Post by lizap on Jan 31, 2009 0:05:00 GMT
Okay, here goes. Now don't run me out of town! T
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!d r u m r o l l . . . . . .   BOB NEWHART!  That is the best pic I could find of Newhart, and one of the few of Rufus facing the same way. Now here is a link to a youtube skit so you can listen to Newhart speak. You'll see there's a roughness to his voice, and his trademark was that halting delivery. Then there's the link that rue provided to the youtube of the opening of last night's show. Newhart skitopening of last night's showI think it was the fact of the camera angle from below and the raised eyebrows, which recalled the downward slant of Newhart's eyes, plus most crucially, the fact of catching that snippet of early Newhart on the telly so it was fresh in my mind when I heard Rufus say those words. So Sewell me! ;D |
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Post by tipou on Jan 31, 2009 0:45:52 GMT
eok, let me break down my reaction to this really surprising theory.
1. when i saw newhart's picture, i laughed my head off for a full 2.75 minutes.
2. four kleenexes were required to wipe my face.
3. i sobered in shame, remembering how much i love bob newhart.
4. i watched the skit you posted.
5. i stood suddenly, my chair falling back in a dramatic way, slapped my forehead - and knew the true meaning of epiphany.
you, my friend, are one good observer.
did rufus secretly studied bob newhart's comedy?
did he secretely met with the great master of the straight face and halting speach?
but i am now convinced that dr. jacob hood and bob newhart were separated at birth.
which explains one great mystery, i hope you realize it: for months now, rufus has tried to explain that his EH character had a sense of humour. we responded by asking him to prove it, with doubtful snickering, and all the while, WE SIMPLY WERE NOT GETTING THE JOKE!!!!
brilliant. just brilliant.
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Post by lizap on Jan 31, 2009 1:33:05 GMT
I'm glad you got a good laugh out of it, tipou!
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Post by peach on Jan 31, 2009 1:38:44 GMT
OK now that's pretty damned funny, a bit of stretch but funny. A big mea culpa from me on Ms. Shelton, it took several eps. to finally get her groove but it's working. chemistry's there too and the pacing is much crisper than it's been. H2O has been my favorite so far.
The past three episodes have been the strongest thus far. I think the writing has improved quite alot and the feel of the show.
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Post by ambra on Jan 31, 2009 1:39:57 GMT
Hmmm. Maybe Hood is the secret love child of Bob Hartley (I think that was the character's name) from the original Bob Newhart Show. Same speech pattern, both doctors, both a bit quirky. Hood did say that his father had hoped for a star athlete. Maybe the real "Baby Boy Hood" got switched with "Baby Boy Hartley" in the hospital nursery.
Dear God, I better stop before I give the writers any ideas for bad scripts! They're on a winning streak and I don't want to spoil it!
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