Re: Post - "Grave Danger" Episode Discussion/Review ***Spoilers***
I can't belive I just read EVERY single post in this thread!
Yea, I wanted to post last night, but I don't think I would've been able to form any coherrant (SP?) thoughts (not to mention that the computer was shut off
)
Anyway, overall I thought the show was absolutely stellar! Besides my slight dissapointment with the ending at the jail (I got over it easily, mind you), I thought that this episode was the best I've seen, hands down!
Nick: AMAZING! *speachless* What can I say? There is only so much a person can endure, and only for so long. But Nicky, he was strong and kept it together as best as he could. His reaction was so realistic; the realization, the breakdown, all of it. He kept his wits about him (ie. the light/fan connection, how to deal with the ants, etc.). But when it came right down to the wire, when the time is up and the fan stopped running, the real desperation kicked in... It was so
real. I really could go on about ever single detail, but I'm at a loss for words right now, not to mention it would probably take me half the day just to typ it all. But one of the most truly touching moments, when the lid was opened and he reached for Grissom and just cried. I completely lost it. Not to mention, just moments before, his interation with Grissom through the plexiglass. I'm just astounded, totaly amazed!
Grissom: Absolutely Amazing! His character is not overtly emotional, and this episode is no different. While he didn't express his emotions, it was quite clear through his actions. I especially loved the Nick/Grissom scene at the end, the way Grissom spoke to him like a father would to a frightened child. *speachless* It was just awesome!
Catherine: Very pleased! She put her pride and "I'm the boss" attitude aside and showed us the pure, raw emotional side. I loved how she comforted and calmed Warrick in the warehouse. And calling to Nick through the ventilation pipe, telling him to hold on! Great job!
Warrick: Oh god, Warrick! *sob* Amazing, just plain amazing! Totally tortured over his best friend's predicament. And what a way to turn on the water works in the warehouse. Oh! And when he saw Nick holding the gun via the live feed, and thinking Nick killed himself!
Wicked!
Sara: You could tell she was trying to keep it all together, like her usual self. But those little points during the show (ie. the interview with Walter's daughter, and the water fountain scene), they realy showed her worry and concern for Nick. It was just great!
Greg: Aww, Greggo was getting some heat from Warrick in the warehouse. But he was trying his best, trying to stay calm and rational, and he was so incrediably mature! I'm so pleased! He was dealing with his emotions and putting all his energy into processing the evidence to help Nick instead of wasting it. Good Job Greggo!
Brass: For what little we saw of him, He was awesome! He chewed that officer out, and I love his line "You're not supposed to take your eyes off him, EVER!" And not to mention, ramming through that door! So cool!
Hodges: Ah my... I have a love/hate relationship with Hodges. When we first saw him, he was a total prick, a huge suck-up. But he has grown on me. I loved the scene with him and Greg playing the board game, it was just funny. And I loved his quick thinking when it came to trace on the package, and the explosives under the coffin. Good Job, Hodges!
Ecklie: Can I just say that Ecklie has totally redeemed himself in my eyes? I can't belive how
human he was. He talked to Archie sensibly, gave Grissom and Co. his total support, offered to take the heat in order to make the randsom. Seriously, all I can say is "wow". I can only hope he'll keep this up and reunite the teams.
Honorable Mentions: Dave (poor Dave, with the guilt of not being there sooner), Doc Robbins, Archie, Mia... All were excellent.
Whew! Wow, I never expected to write this much. I guess after watching the episode twice in a row last night and replaying the last 30 mins another two times, then waiting till today to post, I can finally gather my thoughts and express them clearly.
Overall, I loved this episode. I thought it was incredible, totally worth the hype.
My hopes for next season: That this ordeal won't just be forgotten. That they will play off it. Maybe change how some of the character react to one another (ie. Ecklie's new good-natured self, Grissom's quiet fatherly affection for Nick... etc.) But we can only wait and see, and hope they deliver!
~Cheryl~
BTW, did anyone else notice how everyone started referring to Nick as "Nicky" (the nickname that was frequently used in the earlier seasons)? I thought that that was just one little thing that spoke volumes about their affection for him.