Heroes Season 1(#7)---11/06/06-'Nothing to Hide'

[Reynard]

I blame Lost for all this "just filler" nonsense.

It is a TV show. Each episode is supposed to entertain. The idea that only the "Big Issues" matter is selling the show short and depriving oneself of enjoyment.

 

[Umbran]

You'd think none of them have ever heard of split personalities before. Anyone I know who heard her explain what's happening to her would say: Schizophernia/multiple personalities/whatever and recommend getting professional help.

As I understand it, most Americans don't know how to deal well with mental illness. Denial and "you can tough your way through it" are a typical reaction. The stigma of going to a mental health professional is very strong with many people, and they'll deny for quite a while if given the chance.

 

[Taelorn76]

I was thinking more along the lines of one symbol standing for a Heroes and the other for villians.

 

[Hand of Evil]

I was thinking more along the lines of one symbol standing for a Heroes and the other for villians.

If the "Heroes" are created, gene threapy, all about the same age, it could also be a marker to show they all have powers. The kids, well people mate and shows the gene is passed on. The size of the mark maybe a power level, Jessica being damn powerful but only shows on her because Nikki does not have any. This can be explained by a harmone release in the body when the body is being used.

 

[WayneLigon]

And Hiro was acting a little out of character. He looked like he'd never seen his powers in action before.

Hiro still has a sense of wonder about his abilities. He's only used them a handful of times and they are something wholly outside the ken of human experience. He's still adjusting to the idea he can do this. Most people take some time to become comfortable, or even jaded, with a new thing.

 

[Cor Azer]

Tonight I may find out if my theory on Nikki is correct, at least I hope!
Theory:

That's an interesting take that I haven't seen elsewhere. Would definitely be more interesting than the standard Banner/Hulk deal.

 

[Krafus]

I'm still watching the show, but I'm getting impatient. The characters feel too disconnected from each other. They only meet here and there, only to separate a few minutes later. Like with Hiro and Niki's husband and kid last night. I felt like cheering for a half-second, then realized they'd probably go their own way quickly, and that's just what happened. IMO the characters really need to start forming long-term (as in, lasting several episodes at the least) associations.

Oh, and will Claire's rescue (or at least, the events that will lead to her needing rescue) get on the road anytime soon? At this pace, I wouldn't be surprised if it was the frickin' season finale.

This is starting to feel like Lost; lots of hints and teases, an occasional crumb to keep viewers watching, but never a really satisfying payoff. I dumped Lost at the end of the first season because of that - now I'm starting to wonder if I should do the same with Heroes.

 

[Brown Jenkin]

I blame Lost for all this "just filler" nonsense.

It is a TV show. Each episode is supposed to entertain. The idea that only the "Big Issues" matter is selling the show short and depriving oneself of enjoyment.

I agree with you. I have nothing against season and series arcs but they need to have each episode also stand on its own. This can be done and done successfully if you look at Babylon 5. The whole each character developing seperately and no-one getting together is annoying. At least they arn't going entirely Lost on us and only asking questions but never telling us anything, there is at least some forward progress.

 

[DonTadow]

I blame Lost for all this "just filler" nonsense.

It is a TV show. Each episode is supposed to entertain. The idea that only the "Big Issues" matter is selling the show short and depriving oneself of enjoyment.

I agree. This episode was still entertaining to me and I'd actually prefer a few fillers so that the show doesnt fall into must happen cliches. That said, there were some cool scenes. Shadow man and Huro working together was cool, I think that was the first time we've seen the superheros use their powers together in an action sequence.

 

[Arnwyn]

A decent episode, but not much happened. (Though I did like the action sequence when the two 'heroes' worked together. Cool!)

Though that Niki character/storyline has got to go. She sucks, and her kid sucks.