When 'Lost' was in its prime, it was must-watch television. Remember first watching it, found it remarkably easy to get into, was hooked from the start and was on Season 3 by the end of one week. The general consensus is that the final season is a disappointment and cannot disagree.
"Abandoned" up to this point of Season 2 is one of the best episodes along with "Man of Science, Man of Faith" and "Orientation". As far as previous Season 2 episodes go, "Adrift" and "...And Found" fare weakest. Both though are better than given credit for (both being understandably divisive episodes), despite a few major issues.
Here in "Abandoned", the story is a tension-filled one with plot points being advanced. It is also notable for Shannon being the most interesting she's been throughout her entire tenure on the show and an ending that is both a shocker and a tear-jerker, by 'Lost' standards and as an ending overall.
The acting is all very fine as to be expected, with the best performances coming from Josh Holloway and Maggie Grace. Michelle Rodriguez also showed that her stint on 'Lost' brought the best out of her as an actress when the material allows it.
On a visual level, "Abandoned" is beautifully photographed, as always making the most of the island setting. The music is as always chilling and understated, while clearly a lot of passion was put into a very thought-provoking and smart script and the direction is spot on.
In conclusion, terrific episode that shows that high quality has not been abandoned. 10/10 Bethany Cox
"Abandoned" up to this point of Season 2 is one of the best episodes along with "Man of Science, Man of Faith" and "Orientation". As far as previous Season 2 episodes go, "Adrift" and "...And Found" fare weakest. Both though are better than given credit for (both being understandably divisive episodes), despite a few major issues.
Here in "Abandoned", the story is a tension-filled one with plot points being advanced. It is also notable for Shannon being the most interesting she's been throughout her entire tenure on the show and an ending that is both a shocker and a tear-jerker, by 'Lost' standards and as an ending overall.
The acting is all very fine as to be expected, with the best performances coming from Josh Holloway and Maggie Grace. Michelle Rodriguez also showed that her stint on 'Lost' brought the best out of her as an actress when the material allows it.
On a visual level, "Abandoned" is beautifully photographed, as always making the most of the island setting. The music is as always chilling and understated, while clearly a lot of passion was put into a very thought-provoking and smart script and the direction is spot on.
In conclusion, terrific episode that shows that high quality has not been abandoned. 10/10 Bethany Cox