Loved It? Hated It? what did you think of "Bulletproof?"

[shy175223]

Please do not post your opinions until after the episode airs and please be respectful of others.










MODS: please edit this poll from its closing date since I unable to,..thank you:(

[superhippie2000]

closed will open when episode airs :D

[STFanatic]

The door is open :D

[Ginx]

Great episode except for the end, for me it wasn't needed. Loved the idea of teamwork in the future for CK and also thought Tess' storyline took an interesting twist.

[pjack]

It was cool. I liked it. Seemed kinda fillerish thogh.

[melissan02]

Not only is the door open on this thread, but it's open on Clana as well!:mad:

Such a shame! And I thought this show was about Clark becoming Superman?:rolleyes:
Let me know when Lana leaves, so Clark can be allowed to move forward in life!!!

[tyson08]

Great episode, I love the feel and atmosphere. I like dark Smallville and it seemed written extremely well. The only part I didn't like was that Clark is still into Lana, he needs to move on. I don't want Lana to be the one who ends it, Clark needs to.

[xHerox]

I have to admit that following the stellar last two episodes of the show, I went in to “Bulletproof” with lower expectations simply because it seemed to be a somewhat gimmick-centric episode – but I was pleasantly surprised, which is why I gave it an ‘8.’ While obviously I don’t think that this episode is at the level of “Bride” or “Legion,” I did think that it was enjoyable overall and it was nice to see the show going into a slightly different direction – even if I don’t think it completely worked.

To be honest, I thought that this episode was a little bit darker than it needed to be, because this show isn’t intended to be some kind of procedural revolving around cops; that being said, it was interesting to see the dichotic between the “heroes” in the police force and Clark and Oliver, the real heroes. I thought that this episode told a really good psychological story, and even though this episode doesn’t really center around Clark getting a new power or something like that I think the events of this episode will really help to shape Clark’s character for the rest of the season – and possibly the show.

Finally, I have to point out that even though I have sort of a love/hate relationship with the romance between Clark and Lana, I rather enjoyed the last scene and really didn’t want it to end so suddenly. Although in seasons past I would have preferred that the writers have moved in a different direction with Clark’s relationship status, I am genuinely intrigued to see where Clark and Lana go from here, because I think their storyline has definite potential with the element of Lois added.

[claire_lane]

I don't know what to say

bye Smallville

I give up:(

[Khyla]

Except for Chloe mentioning Lois to Clark, this episode rocked!

Clark was in full on Superman-mode. I loved it!

[ClarkyBoy14]

8/10

Good episode, but the ending wasn't so great.

Lots of stuff to like such as Clark and Chloe's Lois talk, Clark undercover, John Jones is back (there should have been more of him!), the little kid dressed up as the Red/Blue Blur, the Lana/Tess smackdown, Tess cutting it off with Lex, etc.

Few things I didn't like such as the ending, Lana's "you're the man I always imagined you could be" line and Ollie seeming to flip-flop on his standards (yelling at Clark after attempting to kill Lex in "Bride").

[redkryptoniteisthebest]

It was okay - 7/10.

[Glove]

I thought that it was a good episode. I liked how the lines were drawn for
badges and capes and the differences in crime fighting rules. It was another
very well written episode. It's up there with Legion and Identity.

I liked the teamwork theme. I liked the cat fight. There could have been
more John Jones, but the story worked. The group of police let Clark into
their click a bit fast, but it worked for the 45 minutes they had to tell the
story in. The episode had good flow.

[Kid Collins]

This episode was boring as hell. What saved it was the last Clana scene.

Clark manning up and wanting to save the world AND be with Lana. Nice kiss btw.

KK looked gorgeous.

Clana and KK looking beautiful and of course the kickass fight between Lana and Tess.

Episode Plot: Rate 5 Clana end scene: Rate 10 Lana/Tess smackdown : Rate 10.
Overall average Rate: 7

[lifelovedestiny]

I was actually very suprised by this episode. I wasn't expecting it to be all that great but there were a few good things about it. I was SO glad when Clark & Chloe talked about Lois, it made my night!!! Also, I thought the overall storyline was really good and it was nice to see Clark in a uniform. For some reasons some of the fighting scenes seemed really fake, for example when Tess was with her instructor and when Green Arrow crashed the little police bash the first time. I didn't like the ending either, but thats just the cloiser in me!! Overall I gave the episode a 7.

[saltyweeks]

This season's episodes are working best when we see Clark truly moving from just a guy with superpowers who can save people when he wants to "Superman", with both the actual philosophy and it's effect on others. That's why the plot with the cop who'd taken a wrong turn worked so well-- it's Clark having the right effect on people who need a push. The part where the cop considers his future is so much more interesting than the part where Clark stopped a bullet from hitting him.

But Clark is still coming to grips with this, hence the last part with Lana. He is now thinking that he can fulfill his "destiny" and still be Clark. One step removed from the reality of living two lives to do it, which is why I think it works now with Lana. He hasn't quite got it right. But it is the beginnings of the relationship we know of as Clark and Lois. It just starts as a hiccup with Lana, I'm guessing.

Good one with a good message, and Oliver and Tess were good compliments to what's happening to Clark-- as they both are still struggling with identity issues they'll likely always have. Far too little Chloe, but you can't have it all.

[Guidron]

I really enjoyed the storyline. The episode had a lot of forward movement right up until the end. That kind of blew it for me. Simply because I feel Clark should have moved on by now. I was hoping that it was going to be used as a "CK is finally over Lana" moment. Not so much I guess...

[mrw66855]

wow... What a traffic episode... That is until the very end. For all those people who do not understand why so many of us hate lana. This episode explained it tonight. In my opinion. Everything was going great every scene was perfect they mentioned Lois and made Clark. More Superman than ever before in my opinion. With what he said and what he did every scene was Superman all the way. he was beginning to understand why he was here maybe it was not conscious. But he certainly knew it in the way he acted. Like I said everything was perfect until the last five minutes or less, they took all that progress that Clark had made in this episode and flushed it down the drain. This is why so many people hate lana is because she makes Clark pathetic and really dumb. I also think we will see John Jones, one more time in the season (he has to get his powers back somehow before he can really be sure for good. So I hope we see him one more time. Now, some of you may not agree with the rating I am about to give this episode even though that last scene. Almost made me vomit. I cannot get over all the good things that this episode did. I just hope that Clark will realize what he did it tonight episode when lana leaves for good. 9/10 for me (it would have been a 10+ + if they would have made that last scene different) PS the scenes without clana were great and talking about. The scenes with tess and lana I can even stomach the first clana at the beginning of the episode and even that stupid line by lana . "You are becoming the man I always knew you could be." So once again, 9/10 for me, but a low to middle nine. Remember. Just my opinions

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I really enjoyed the storyline. The episode had a lot of forward movement right up until the end. That kind of blew it for me. Simply because I feel Clark should have moved on by now. I was hoping that it was going to be used as a "CK is finally over Lana" moment. Not so much I guess...
ITA

[Jack-El49]

I gave it a 7/10. I hope that in Power, there is something that turns Clark around. The boy's just wrong in the head when it comes to Lana.

Also, why is it that the fight scene between Tess and Lana was one of the best fights I can remember in SV? Is that the Dawn Ostroff influence? Shouldn't Clark be engaged in some like that?

[jimmyolsenblues]

i am giving it 9 because i don't remember the clana scenes lex removed my optic nerve during those scenes...thanks lex....

[jor-eldeux]

Echoing earlier - I gave it a 1. The ending ruined it for me. I too am done. At this point I don't care what happens on the show, or with the show. I can see from the Clark/Lana fans response - this is what the producers were after - other than a particular fan base they are attempting to appeal to in the process. With the increase in ratings (with the abscence of Lana) I would have thought that this storyline would have been dropped. Apparently that line of thinking is incorrect. The smile on his face when he was asked was there someone who made it worth it - I thought - here's the turning point. When he went to Lana - who will break him again by leaving - Lois becomes the second choice. This rewrite of the Superman history just is no longer for me. Maybe I'll be back in February when Lois returns - but I doubt it. Next weeks ratings will tell, if this weeks don't already as to whether this was a good move or not. And it begs the question - does anybody but me care.

[ClubXerxes]

Ok - I pretty much hated this episode - it was disjointed, lacked a purpose, and I felt as if I was being preached to once again...how many lessons does Clark really need to learn? Aside from FINALLY having a bullet bounce off of him, there were no other redeeming qualities to this epi...except


For the kiss...know why?


It wasn't there. The passion, the love, the feeling - it was NOT there...of all of the times they kissed, this was the lamest, most forced one of all.

It was NOT there...Clark and Lana are officially dead.

I'm sure others may not see it this way, but I did.

[Alexander III]

U're making Clana fans angry! :lol:

[amberdawn]

U're making Clana fans angry! :lol:

:lol:

[reobeem]

I'm at a loss of what to really say. I mean I liked the questioned morality of the cops, something that was also adressed in the Nolan Batman series. By the looks of it Clark is regressing, after having to endure season 6 and to a lesser extent season 7 I was hopeing he had finally understood what must be done. He has to be a symbol of hope that will drive people to do good things and pull them off the dark paths they are on like Danny. The only improvement seems to be he, Oliver, and Joans will work together more instead of working on their own.

Then there's Lana, she has the power to bring the most powerful people to her knees. I did like her little smack down with Tess which proved she doesn't need superpowers to defend herself. It was also nice how they explained how Lex could see everything and Tess decided to cut him off. I just hope they do a good job explaining how all of tyhis come together including the project Tess mentioned. I found Chloes comment in the begining of the episode about not being Brainiac anymore funny. The preeview seems to be ok, nothing really new in it.

[thehenry89]

It was NOT there...Clark and Lana are officially dead.

I'm sure others may not see it this way, but I did.

Clark showed more passion when he was drinking his coffee then he did during that kiss.

[ClubXerxes]

U're making Clana fans angry! :lol:

They may think that, but there is no denying it - to me, Clark felt nothing...he thought he was going to, but he did not.

The stage is set IMO - exit Lana, enter Lois. Why has she not come back? In all of the interviews, ED says that she will wait out Clark's feelings and not force the issue - i.e. she will let him close the door on Lana himself.

The kiss sealed it...it's dead

[Darth Pipes]

7/10

I liked tonight's episode. It was good to see a non-meteor freak storyline for a change. Liked the bickering between Ollie and Clark and how Ollie completely blew off Clark's tiresome guilt trip. The Tess storyline was very good too and I'm looking forward to seeing where it progresses. The fight between Tess and Lana was good but the greatest chick fight on television (and one of the very best overall) is still the one between Syd and Evil Francine on Alias.

Also like the idea that Clark is know as the "Blue-Red Blur."

Some problems though...

-Chloe is only in one scene and she's ultimately there to pimp Lois and Clark. That makes her the sixth character this season to do so. It's amazing...Lois has done nothing but treat Clark like garbage and run him down in front of people. Chloe has been Clark's undying, devoted friend from the beginning and it's LOIS that Clark is attracted too. He must have a thing for women who publicly rip his ***** off.

-Speaking of which...the return of Clana. ARRRGH! Clark's has to move on and he can't do so until Lana is in the past. And Smallville writers....Clark HAS to be the one to put the relationship behind him. No Lana decided to end it for good. Clark has to be the one to bite the bullet.

-Lana seems to be the only thing Clark cares about. This Superman seems to have to be coaxed and prodded and pushed for Superman. His heart really doesn't seem into it at all.

[Alexander III]

I find this episode extremely boring, only Tlana fight and Lex's dirty motive amused me.

[RedKRules]

Didn´t like, too boring .....

[minerva73]

It wasn't there. The passion, the love, the feeling - it was NOT there...of all of the times they kissed, this was the lamest, most forced one of all.

It was NOT there...Clark and Lana are officially dead.

I'm sure others may not see it this way, but I did.

Which may be exactly the reason why PS3 arranged the kiss. Not so that they could show how passionate and steamy Clana is/was, but to show that even if Lana does by some miracle stand by him, she's not going to make him happy.

[babyluthor]

I gave it a 6. I thought this was a bit of a filler episode. I wasn't really interested in whole "which cop shot John Jones" story.

One thing I did like was the revelation that Lex has been using Tess as his personal eyes and ears. I did not see that coming. It will be interesting to see how she retaliates from this.

Then of course the end we get Clana. Are you kidding me? Clana is done and they keep bringing it back. I thought with the new producers we were suppose to get Clois, not more Clana. Anyway, they better end it soon. Maybe just make a little triangle with those 3 but then send Lana on her way.

[green_arrow_girl358]

finally someone taking a positive point on this. i may actually feel better about this episode now. and who cares if the clana fans are angry-clana is just about nonexistant

[Niad]

loved the episod besides the lame kiss at the end

[WookieeBoy]

I gave it a 7 which is the lowest I have rated an episode this season. The main reason being...the Clana kiss at the end. Ugh!

[Karafan1]

I liked it, except for the part with Clark sacrificing the world to be with Lana..I give it an 8...

[ledzepfan23]

i give it an 8. It was a good episode. I liked the twist on the tess storyline. The only thing i didnt like was the last two minutes.

[Jack-El49]

i am giving it 9 because i don't remember the clana scenes lex removed my optic nerve during those scenes...thanks lex....

I should be so lucky! :eek:

[warriorrenegade]

I'm at a loss of what to really say. I mean I liked the questioned morality of the cops, something that was also adressed in the Nolan Batman series. By the looks of it Clark is regressing, after having to endure season 6 and to a lesser extent season 7 I was hopeing he had finally understood what must be done. He has to be a symbol of hope that will drive people to do good things and pull them off the dark paths they are on like Danny.

Isn't it funny that Clark only regresses in the presence of Lana? Clark this whole season has moved forward. Sure its been baby steps and we all get that. But from the moment Lana shows her face all of Clark progression seems to stop. My theroy is that since all of Lana's grow has been offscreen and to show us that growth. They have to make Clark seem lesser in our eyes. So he can learn and grow from Lana.

[ManOfSteel87]

Ok, so after the conversation between Clark and Chloe about Lois, I was feeling pretty good. We've seen Lois start to realize her feelings for Clark, and it looked as if Clark was really starting to realize his feelings for Lois. And this also gave us the Lois reference while she is gone, which was great.

Then comes the last 5 minutes. After Clark's conversation with Turpin, I knew what was coming next. There was nothing I could say. This season was going so good, right up until then.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not giving up on the season or anything. One bad scene in 12 episode isn't that bad. My biggest fear is that it won't get any better though until Lana is gone for good, which is thankfully in 2 more episodes. I just needed a place to vent lol! Come on PS3, your better than this, don't start getting all AlMiles on us now! Give it a 7.

[halvor311]

Awesome episode, very well written. I gave it an 8 in part because of the ending, I'm getting a little tired of the Clark/Lana roller-coaster and I really don't want Clark to revert back to season 7 Clark. Season 7 was my least favorite season, this season is my favorite or second favorite behind season 6. But awesome episode, John Jones is the shiznit. I just love the way he talks. He'd be perfect for monologues on morality. But anyway, overall, nothing close to Legion, but still an awesome episode. The next episode is going to be really cool it looks like.

[Kreukie]

It was such a drag, from Bride and Legion to that? Wasn't good! :\

[Eeyore840]

For the first half of the season, we had everyone and their mother telling us how Lois and Clark are like peanutbutterandjelly. And now they have Clark running back to Lana?! I gave it a 4, and I was being generous.

[babyluthor]

I too am done. At this point I don't care what happens on the show, or with the show.

I wouldn't say I'm done with the show, but I agree, I don't care as much what happens. Before I would get really into it and focus on the details. Watching SV was a priority. Now it's just like watching any other average show on tv.

[Tatiana]

Great episode except for the end, for me it wasn't needed. Loved the idea of teamwork in the future for CK and also thought Tess' storyline took an interesting twist.


I feel the same way, I enjoyed the suspense of it, and Clark spending time with the cops and doing something for MM for once, and even Oliver's smart remarks. I loved the scene in the hospital at the end, but I agree the ending with CK and Lana almost made me puke yuck

[paolinki25]

I think every person that watches this show because of Clark agrees with you. After the excellent progression he's made these past episodes, it's sad how one single episode can make you so disappointed.

[kg1507]

I thought it was ok. Not my favorite, but still a good message.

[Tatiana]

I also kinda hated Clark reaction when Chloe talked about Lois, like not really giving importance to her feelings or acknowledging what she feels for him. Obviously Chloe knows :)

[Supsfan]

Anytime we see Clark proactive, moving forward in his life and not whiney/depressed/unsure of himself I consider it good. For the first 38 minutes of the episode he seemed to be that way. I would much rather watch Clark being a hero then some storyline that would be better served for Dawson's Creek.

To each there own though

[Kal EL2380]

Come on, Dan Turpin wasn't good enough? He becomes Detective Turpin from the comics. Who knew Danny Turpin had a hand in creating who Superman becomes.

[Tatiana]

Oh btw I thought the fight between Lana and Tess was cool though and the way they explained what Lex had been doing...interesting plot, why they had to ruin it with the end man? :(

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I have to say Clark looked hot with AGAIN that tight grew shirt, same from identity :) hehe

[eas]

I liked it. I had zero expectations, so that might have helped.

The good: Clark Kent, Clark Kent, Clark Kent... Oliver Queen, Dan Turpin and Martian Manhunter. Nice Chlark scene... but, really, Chloe why'd you leave your hubby? How far away is Star City, anyway?

The bad: Lana Lang being so great (thanks, Tess, for following the pattern on SV that all people must tell Lana how awesome she is the second they meet her). Lana-fu. Lana having to explain to Tess what's going on.

The ugly: The Clana kiss... I understand it's needed, but it wasn't pretty.

The so-so: The Tess scenes. She's just not growing on me and I'm not that interested in the whole "where is Lex" storyline. Everyone knows that MR is gone, so it kind of loses steam after awhile.

[trams28]

Ugh!!!!! Here we freakin’ go again! This episode was a complete wash. Yes, Clark and Oliver helped someone from heading over to the “dark side” and Lex’s sneaky plan was revealed. But all was lost when they yet again had to be reminded that they do work well together. Did I miss an episode where they teamed up and it all went haywire? AND! I can’t believe it’s an issue again, but CLANA is back!? Who thought taking 10 giant leaps back was a good idea? She’s just gotta be hooking up with one of the writers over there. That’s gotta be the only explanation, because I’m out of ideas. I’m not alone here am I?

Also, I’m not too keen on them possibly making Tess likable. In my opinion, her and Lana can become the best of friends, get an apartment together and spin off on to a whole new show that’ll get cancelled after one episode. Now that’s a good idea!

[spideyfan]

Clana wasnt needed but 8/10 for reasoning as to strengthen his future Supes persona....

[ClanaDestinyObsession]

I LOVED IT!!

so at first I was just kinda holding my breath to see what'd happen. Then Chloe mentioned Lois and I clenched my jaw. But Clark's line "you don't just stop loving someone" really made my day. I could care less about Lois getting hurt, but obv. CK's a good guy and he's not gonna hurt anyone's feelings. Then I loved loved loved how the cop told him you need someone special to make it all worth while. And the end was the BEST PART. I give it a 10 because Lana and Clark bothe care about the greater good AND each other. It only makes sense that they "team up" and I love how Clark realized that and the kiss....*still buzzed from the excitement*

~♥♥*SUPER CLANA*♥♥~

EDIT: oh, and I totally enjoyed the cat fight and the part where Tess brings down Lex

[MetroGirl06]

It was alright. Had a filler-ish feel to it. 6/10

[Larel]

I don't know what to say

bye Smallville

I give up:(



OMG did everyone think it was that bad?
I mean we know Lana is gone after another 2 eps so what does 1 little kiss mean when we know Clois is coming, I truly believe it will happen!;)

[closetclana]

I thought this episode had some of the best writing we have seen in SV for a long time. Characters actually had meaningful conversations. Wow!

[susangail]

I found myself wondering as well, but I can't read that much into it. They'll kiss again before Lana leaves, so I don't think Clark is quite ready to give clana up. He has only a few episodes to get there, though. It won't last much longer.

[Saber]

It was a bit boring as a whole. Clark took a backseat in this episode, hell at this rate Lana should be Superman because she showed more brass-ones than he did. At least she has a goal, what does Clark have, not even a clue most of the time. His little sad song speech about his self sacrifice was just weak for Clark at this stage. I’m growing very tired of this side of Clark.

Making Tess an enemy to Lex just took her purpose away, why bother knowing her arc now.

I did like that Clark’s face look a little rougher in the outside scene. Omg I just pulled at a straw for something positive. Overall, I give it a 7.

[cksidekick]

I thought this episode had some of the best writing we have seen in SV for a long time. Characters actually had meaningful conversations. Wow!


Seriously! I take issue with a few edits here and there, and a Clark Olie scene was just a bit off on performance to me...But the lines they delivered were pure GOLD...:D

[ginnyfan]

*sings* Haaaaaaaaaallelujah!

I loved this episode. 10/10 most definitely. Oh this episode was wonderful. I did get a kick in the neck at the end but that's ok. I still loved the episode.

Clark, Clark and more Clark. Clark is the star of the show in this episode. I was glad to see MM again after so long. <3 Clark was immediately on the case trying to find out who shot MM, so much so that he didn't have time for a friendly coffee with Lana. It reminded me of Chloe's attempt at a friend date in "Prey."

I thought Chloe mourning her evil brainy powers was so funny. LOL! Also, she spoke up for Lois. Great mention of both Jimmy and Lois. I wondered how on earth Chloe planned on zipping back to Star City before Jimmy "woke up" but whatever. I wonder if she and Lois had a conversation about Clark while they were in Star City together. I wonder if Allison was directing during the filming of this episode.

Yay Green Arrow! I was very happy to see him again. He was a bit surly and accusatory and at odds with Clark at times but I loved it all.

The best thing about the episode was the story of the young police man who'd recently lost his partner. It reminded me a little of that episode... from Season 1 I think when Whitney busted his knee, fell in with the wrong crowd and got a Kryptonite tatoo. This episode was so much better than that and the cops were very well cast. Clark looks amazing in a police uniform and it was great to see him reconsidering the idea that he has to sacrifice his personal life to be a hero.

I loved EVERYTHING about this episode. LANA-FU! I did my Lana-fu dance after the fight scene with Tess. I felt a little sad that we haven't seen Clark fight anyone like that but whatever, it was awesome! I didn't even know I HAD a Lana-fu dance. LOL!

Tess Mercer had her obligatory Lana worship moment. But it was blessedly short. Lana uncovering the - whatever it was - in Tess' eye answered questions from "Bride" and was also really creepy and cool. It's nice to see that Lex trumped the creepiness of Lana spying on him with the Isis foundation. I like the vulnerability the revelation brought out in Tess. She seems to be a lot more interested in Oliver Queen now too. :D

I love how the story came full circle to Clark asking MM why he didn't ask for help before it was too late. Great scene. It foreshadowed the Justice League without being heavy handed.

Clana kick to the neck. LOL! I really didn't mind the kiss. I feel that it's the soaring Clana climax of KK's final episodes. They've reached a place of possibility. I love how, before the kiss, Clark is cheerfully nostalgic and Lana is not so happy to look back. I think it's a hint of why things won't work between them. Because of the lovely Lois mention, I'm not going to say anything about what this means for Clois. I'm just going to wait and see. Honestly, Clark was so strong in this episode, despite Lana being around that I found myself not minding the idea of Clana. I know... insanity. I'm sure it helps to know that there are only so many KK episodes left in the series. I'd probably be a little more upset if KK renewed her contract for Season 9. LOL! Even so, I enjoyed seeing Clark and Lana in the Talon.

Clark heavy, well written, well directed episode. They used all the characters wonderfully. They juggled everyone really well and it felt action packed and kept moving. Definitely one of my favorite episodes of the season.

Oh... There's a quote that I loved. The blonde cop guy says, "I'm just one man. What can one man do?" To me, this is the theme of Superman. I think my fave moment of the episode was when Clark Kent was looking down on the blonde cop guy making the right decision and braking the cycle of corruption. Clark looked so proud, so jazzed so buzzed! Clark not only saves people, he empowers them to be better.

It actually made me think of this Superman comic book I read where this worn out boxer was being exploited. Clark dressed up as the guy and won the title when the men in power just wanted to see the guy lose to make money as a joke. Superman encourages people to believe in the power of one man standing for good. <3

Yay! :D

[superpal1]

Clark had a good message and once again showed up Oliver. I love how all grand and mighty Oliver can be only to be taken down by the good in Clark. I do agree with some that it seems like Clark is stuck in neutral and not really being all he can be. I never really minded the Clana, but after she left, I really started to like the Clois. I see how her coming back can bring up the old feelings(i think we have all had that crush). I gave this a 9. Loved the end with Clark on the roof, Chloe and Clark talking about Lois, and Tess. The fight scene between her and Lana was a little contrived, but I like how Tess was being used by Lex, unless Lana is just screwing with her.

[rysamad]

I loved!

[greatodinsbeard]

I like how Clark helped Turpin get back on the right path, it was very Superman like. Also the lessons learned about teamwork for Clark, Ollie, and John.

But what I really thought was cool was the Lex Luthor declared dead thing becaue it looks like Tess is going to try to screw over the big L.

[susangail]

I gave it an 8. I like the cop story, the creepy revelation about Tess, and the Isis scene with Chloe. Not loving the Talon scene, but I'm interested in seeing the aftermath: How badly will Clark falter before he gets a grip?

[Larel]

I see it as a way for Clark & Lana to realize in the next couple eps that they really DON'T belong together & I think Clark will begin to realize this as Lana's episodes come to an end & the last kiss will be "goodbye closure kiss";)

[superspider02]

Well tonights episode i thought was pretty good, had a few flaws but still enjoyed the episode. I liked the main plot for the episode was about john jones getting shot and finding who was the ones that did it to him. I was kinda hoping he would have gotten his powers back in this episode but maybe they are going to have phil morris in one of the last episodes of the season and he gets his powers back then. It was nice that doctor emil hamilton was in the episode like early rumors had sucks he was just a very small bit role.

The actor for dan turnpin i thought was pretty good pick even though he was in the show once before way back in season 1 episode 3. I liked he had a family and was conflicted in his job loyalities. The going under cover as a cop for clark was a nice subplot for the episode and i thought that was done very well. I loved he had the name joe forman(probably taking jorel and whitney forman's names together) then the city of coast city got mentioned again. That is a real dc comics city right?

The green arrow was also good in the episode. Nice to see things are still not peachy keen with clark and ollie. But it was nice to hear ollie and john jones have had some interactions between each other. Though sucks it happened in the wonderful world of offscreenville.

As for the lana/tess plot i didnt really care for it much. Though it is nice to her have a conflict and scenes with tess and i thought the lanafu fight scene was pretty good. Now what a twist with lex using tess's body as a video camera. Cant wait to see where that leads too. Also nice to see they were laying some seeds for episode 14 in the episode with the merger talks.

As for the lana and clark stuff. At the start of the episode i thought it was nice and clark's talk with chloe at isis about lois was nice. Though i didnt like at the end of the episode clark was being a bit of old clark and wanting to be with lana. Though she is only there for two more episodes so we know by the end of episode 14 their relationship/love has to be over in some form since kk isnt likely to be in the show any more besides if their is a 9th season or if this season is the end for the series ender.

In the end pretty good episode and another quality episode for the most part. So i would rate this episode i say a 7 out of 10. Knocked out a few points on things i didnt like in the episode.

[TayLaneBloom]

so....
i have to say... that kiss was the most boring thing!
Clark relizes that Lana isn't his objet of afection anymore.
so nice to see all that doubt in his face when he stoped the kiss.
=]

[Marfeic2011]

I think every person that watches this show because of Clark agrees with you. After the excellent progression he's made these past episodes, it's sad how one single episode can make you so disappointed.

I absolutely agree with you! Before I dump on this episode, show, and writers I want to just point out that I am a die-hard smallville fan, own all the seasons, watch religiously, and that this is hands down my favorite TV show ever!!!

That said - I think the character of clark kent that is being portrayed is not at all in keeping with the spirit or values that superman will be known for. HIS CHARACTER HAS BECOME AN INDECISIVE, INSINCERE, "TYPICAL" TWO-TIMER AND IT SICKENS ME! I ALMOST DON'T EVEN LIKE HIM ANYMORE. IT MAKES ME FEEL LIKE NEVER WATCHING AGAIN!

There was such a back-and-forth throughout the episode between the higher moral standards involving all the cops & stuff - but where are Clark's morals, his heart, his concern, and his honor when it comes to Lois. In "Bride" he was looking at her like candy, almost kissed her, and then his old flame walks in and he dumps lois faster than you can say hot potato. When cloe tries to talk to him about her, he doesn't ask how she is - or express any genuine interest or concern for her. He doesn't see how he broke her heart - and he doesn't care. I almost felt like he had just been moving in on Lois just because "she was there" and the minute his "true love" (BARF!) comes along all those episodes this season building up his relationship with Lois are flushed down the drain!

To the writers/producers: WHAT HAVE YOU GUYS BEEN DOING ALL SEASON! Holding a carrot out for those of us who want to see progress made in characters, their relationships, and the show overall - JUST TO YANK IT AWAY?! ITS NOT COOL TO BUILD TOWARD SOMETHING AND THEN PULL THE RUG OUT FROM BENEATH IT, UNDOING EVERYTHING THAT HAS COME BEFORE throughout the season. Once upon a time storytelling was an art that respected the story itself MORE THAN being concerned with ratings - I guess that's too much to ask nowadays :confused:

Bottom-line: I liked the "higher-ground" stuff with the cops, but when it comes to his personal life I cannot imagine this portrayal of Clark kent ever becoming superman. He is wishy washy, he seems not to want to be a hero and has to be dragged into it, he doesn't even know how to treat a friend (Lois) with respect - he shouldn't have led her on like that & then completely ignored her once lana came back.:mad:

I THINK THE WRITERS/PRODUCERS HAVE RUINED HIS CHARACTER, RUINED THE PLOT, RUINED THE RELATIONSHIPS, AND RUINED THE SHOW. After 7 years of being a loyal fan, if I continue to watch now it will only be out of morbid curiosity to see how much more the producers and writers can run this once amazing show into the ground.

[j-peezy]

Great episode, I love the feel and atmosphere. I like dark Smallville and it seemed written extremely well. The only part I didn't like was that Clark is still into Lana, he needs to move on. I don't want Lana to be the one who ends it, Clark needs to.


Clark has whipped that girl around so many times now. She finally did it to him (S7) and I was proud of her. But, I have to agree that if Clark isn't the one to end it, or if they both don't come to the conclusion that they aren't as in love with each other as they should be (enough to actually commit) then he's always going to be in love with her. He's gotta end it.

They've spent sooo much time on Clana that it's almost impossible to imagine him loving Lois as much as Lana despite the fact that Superman loves Lois that much. Weird! I'd like to see Clark realize that Lana is not the same girl he fell in love with. (She's cooler! Too cool and too dark for him.) He started to get that last year but then she left and he didn't quite get those feelings worked out, or something....WORK IT OUT! It's about time.

[SnowBird]

I liked this episode. The A plot was a real man's show with cops and robbers and action. I liked Clark in uniform and can totally see Tom in a cop show. The fight between Lana and Tess was good. Quite the surprise to see that Lex was looking through Tess' eyes. She is finally seeing how she has been used. Maybe it will be her way back from the dark side. Didn't see much of Chloe but that is understandable since Allison is directing the next episode. I did like the conversation between her and Clark with mention of Lois was a nice touch. I always love Clark being the hero and he stopped a good cop from making a mistake so kudos to Clark. A good episode but since there were other episodes I liked better, I gave it an 8.

[johnny_pockets]

Wasn't impressed.
I give it a 4/10, but that's just for the cat-fight.

[gnovack]

Clark and Lana look beautiful even after all these years. Their chemistry is what gave Smallville all these years. Nice acting TW and KK. They are comfortable with each other and Tom has lost most of his teenage good looks. He is getting on in years.

[dreamsofnever]

I gave it an 8. I actually really loved this episode! I loved seeing Clark proactive, and the whole story with Dan Turpin losing his partner alongside Clark trying to find the person who shot MM really tugged at my heartstrings.

I thought the writing was stellar in this episode, and that scene in the hospital with the major Justice League anvils made me SO HAPPY!

I wasn't a fan of the Clana stuff and I thought Clark was being a bit callous about Lois' feelings, so that was a bummer, but I really did take the look on his face after the kiss as surprised that he didn't feel the same anymore.

I actually enjoyed the Lana/Tess interactions too, and I love that Tess is looking to basically screw Lex over any way she can! I wonder if that's opening up doors for Lex to come back and open Lexcorp as opposed to Luthorcorp? (probably not, but it's a neat idea all the same)

Anyways, this episode was pretty awesome and I thought Clark's character progressed in all of the ways except for in regards to his romantic life, in which he is extremely stunted. *sigh*

forgot to add... the SV logic struck again! Can someone tell me why Lex would wire Tess so he could watch through her eyes? Did he know that, in two years, he was going to go missing and be on the brink of death? I mean, really??

And why was Lana in the Talon... that makes no sense whatsoever. lol.

[smallvillereporter27]

7/10

It was alright. Some nice moments. The end made me die a little inside, however. Only 2 more episodes left....

[rysamad]

Loved! People just say they didnt because this episode doesnt have their ship.

[superspider02]

yea i may hate lana's character for a long time now but the majority of the episode was pretty good. I just hope with the two episodes left in kk's 5 episode run they close the romantic lana and clark for good and in good fashion so he sees its not ever going to work with her so then he can finally move on to others aka lois.

[TayLaneBloom]

well.. i gave a 4.
the hole episode was really boring, in my opinion.
Have to say, Chloe was great in the few seconds she appears.
Love how she defended Lois.
and talking about her conversation with Clark...
it was just the most perfect scene in the episode.
"Lois is............. " "Lois?" "Yeah." - love his face at the end.
and when he says he can't stop loving someone just like that, the "right?" at the end, was totally perfect.
it's like he doesn't know what he feels anymore, about lana, or about Lois.
he just think is easer to love Lana, because that's the only thing he really knows. He's just affraid of falling for someone else, and is trying to convence himself that Lana is steel the one, when he knows it isn't.

The rest of the episode was really boring, and looks more like Third Wach, or CSI, then Smallville.
Didn't buy the hole cop thing.
But gotta say, Ollie was so great at this episode (and so beatiful, OMG!)
He was a complete hero at this episode. More than Clark! Green Arrow fan, right here. ;)

well, going right to the end... Clana's kiss.. (urgh)
gotta say, i have never seen a kiss look so robotic like this one!
they seems to be 5feet away, like the Gran Canyon was between them.
Clark makes a really strange face before and after the kiss.
it's like he finilly relizes he doesn't feel anything for Lana anymore.
Power is defently the end of the hole Clana history (thank god!)

gotta say, the "almost kiss" in Bride had so much more pasion than this kiss. ;)
love it!
hahahahahaha


Gotta love CLOIS, forever and ever! =]

[Jedimaster_TTBaby]

I thought the epi was great. I give it a 9!

[Promise]

I'm not too surprised about why so many "dislike" this episode, but I'm also glad that there were a few that still know how to watch a show and discuss it.

This show is about a Superhero and his early struggles to becoming a hero and LOVE is apart of it. I'm sure everybody has struggled with Love early in their life. You can't have the ending before the beginning.

The episode showed soo much about Clark still learning before he is SUPERMAN!! I loved how Clark, GA, and MM learned about teamwork and the importance. I love all the conversations on this show and that Clark spoke out vs being quiet and passive.

This show even brought out other characters like Emil H, and Danny Turpin, good way to give us an idea to how he starts and becomes the great leader of the Metro Police Force.

And of course, my CLANA! After so long, the chemistry is just as strong. Can't wait to watch the end scene again. Thank you writers for keeping the CLANA story alive, it deserves the right ending, espeically since the second half of Reckoning until late S6 episode of Promise. That's a long time of confused storytelling of a couple, but they survived and here we are still 8yrs watching the magic that TW and KK give to Clark and Lana!!!

10/10



Loved! People just say they didnt because this episode doesnt have their ship.


I agree

[DavidM2]

I gave it a 6. I liked Turpin, but the storyline was kind of boring and predictable. And I really didn't see the point of Clana. She is leaving soon, and the show ended with Clark staring into her eyes, infatuated as usual. Hopefully things will work out next week.
On the other hand, I did enjoy the Tess scenes. The fight was cool and I enjoyed the whole Lex twist.

[clanaluva4Life]

it was Awesome always a pleasure to see KK an TW lock Lips on screen, Clana made the Show perfect tonight and its good to see how significant Lana's roll is, she opened Tess eyes and made sure to expose Lex for the man he is. Clark looked hot as usual in his new Wardrobe, playing police officer actually suited him more than a boring reporter! Overall it was really great, especially with the abscence of a certain loud mouth rude, unmannerly thirsty man hungry lady

[Kal EL2380]

Im guessing that at some point Clark will realize hes in love with Lois and thats what prompts Lana to finally leave Smallville. That will be fun to see, "Im sorry Lana, Im in love with Lois" Nice =)

[Bre723]

wow, judging from the voting people haven't liked this episode very much.

What I liked: Lana and Tess scenes, chlark scene.
What I didn't: Green arrow being an @$$, "the wold needs you"...hey lane, you already said that! the cop thing, and the point???

I didn't like or dislike the clana.
it's clana....nothing new,hahaha.

[Darth Pipes]

BTW, nice reference that Clark's cover was that he was a cop from Coast City. That's the home of the Green Lantern.

[Who]

8/10 - Loved the Lana/Tess fight. Smallville meets Magnum Force? Liked Clark being an undercover reporter. Clana is back!?

[Darth Pipes]

BTW, I believe that the actor who plays Lt. Gaeta on BSG was briefly in the film as the doctor who updates Jones's condition.

[amberdawn]

It was okay. I like some parts, didn't like others.

[AgentChaos]

I gave it a 5. The A-plot with the cops was intriguing, if a little filler-ish, and the reveal about Tess was cool, even if it had to be because of Lana.

The bad parts, however, outweighed the good.

-ONE Chloe scene? I understand why, but that doesn't make it suck any less. And worse, to use it for pimping the nauseating Clois? Awful, awful, awful.

-Clana rearing its ugly head at the end. I don't know which relationship is worse, Clana or Clois, so ending an ep with one or the other is painful.

-Ollie being a jerk. He has no right to lecture Clark about morals when he was willing to kill Lex in cold blood. Shut it, Oliver.

[Marfeic2011]

For those of us that were not to thrilled with Clark's character & how he is handling the clana/clois thing - may I recommend a cool you tube music video that my friend made which perfectly expresses this - set to the hot n/ cold song by Katy Perry - it really cheered me up after a sucky episode tonight... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_K2hjMtd1o
enjoy...

[galvo]

I thought the episode was great...until I saw Lana Lang. I hope these writers don't have kids because they can not keep a promise to save their lives. I havent felt this way since I was promised we were going out for ice cream but 20min later found myself geting a flue shot. I read all over town how due to reports that fans felt Lana had run her course and needed to go, the writers felt the same and not to worry. We were also told that we wouldn't see Clark blubbering and whining but then they end the episode with the same old Clark & Lana $@#*. Don't get me wrong I love this show but I want it to continue to evolve not stagnate and die because some one on the wrighting staff has the hots for the actress. We have been a good and loyal fan base all we ask is for you to put yeller down. She is infact your dog. :confused:

[dreamsofnever]

I thought the episode was great...until I saw Lana Lang. I hope these writers don't have kids because they can not keep a promise to save their lives. I havent felt this way since I was promised we were going out for ice cream but 20min later found myself geting a flue shot. I read all over town how due to reports that fans felt Lana had run her course and needed to go, the writers felt the same and not to worry. We were also told that we wouldn't see Clark blubbering and whining but then they end the episode with the same old Clark & Lana $@#*. Don't get me wrong I love this show but I want it to continue to evolve not stagnate and die because some one on the wrighting staff has the hots for the actress. We have been a good and loyal fan base all we ask is for you to put yeller down. She is infact your dog. :confused:

Welcome to K-site, galvo! and awww... flu shot instead of ice cream.

I wasn't happy with the Clana stuff, but I think that they will give them closure and show Clark progressing again.

[Bilza]

Much better than last week. Last week was just too corny but not saying it was bad episode. I wanted Smallville to return to its roots in terms of storyline. This episode while it wasn't a classic, it felt more realistic and Clark doing what he does best fighting crime in Metropolis.

The idea that Lex is seeing and hearing through Tess's eyes is an ok idea but it's kind of desperation on the writers part to make audience feel that Lex is still with us but not in the physical form. I feel many of the producers/writers know full well what an integral part Lex plays to the story and like them I feel this is the only way to involve Lex for the time being. Obviously I'm a massive fan of MRs Lex and he is totally irreplaceable but despite being satisfied with the first half of season 8, I'm now really just starting to miss MR's Lex on this show. As MR said himself it hasn't really sunk in yet that he's left the show and for the first time really this season, I feel he needs to brought in to wrap up the story of Smallville if this is to be the final season. They cannot end the show without Lex making a few appearances otherwise it would be an anti-climax and all that success would go to waste. The reason I watched this show is because of MR's Lex and his relationship with Clark and how they turned out to be enemies. I dont care when or how they bring back Lex but they need to bring him back whether this season or season 9 or 10 or whatever but him coming back is a must!

As for this episode I'll give it a 8/10. I like alot of people miss sexy Lois and kind of tired of Clana. I can live with it for the time being. I dont think anybody who is anti Clana should worry because it isnt going to last just like many times before. He'll get over Lana and I have a real gut feeling he'll start to show true feelings towards Lois. I have a feeling it might add to the excitement to the romance by bringing back some Clana, it would just get the audience to become more curious as to not if but when he'll end up with Lois. I expect to see more romance between clark and lois before end of this season.

[galvo]

Thanks for the welcome and I hope they do because there is 40 years of really good storyline left to be inspired by why get caught up for the longevity of the show by the shortest lived romance in superman's history.:rotfl:

[dreamsofnever]

Thanks for the welcome and I hope they do because there is 40 years of really good storyline left to be inspired by why get caught up for the longevity of the show by the shortest lived romance in superman's history.:rotfl:

So true! But at least this episode had some really great Superman moments, and the Justice League in the episode was EPIC.

If you're a Lois and Clark fan, we have a thread over in the relationship forum (under characters) that is called "Clois Rehab" that is very therapeutic!

[Marfeic2011]

I havent felt this way since I was promised we were going out for ice cream but 20min later found myself geting a flue shot...

I loved your comment - it made me laugh! I think you made a good point about the whishy washiness in the writers which helps explain the back-n-forth passions in Clark. It does feel like someone on the writing staff is in love with CLANA & can't let it go, regardless of what is appropriate for the story or characters.

This is why shows go downhill like this - the writers/producers care more about their agenda and bringing back old CLANA fans than they do about developing the story and bringing in new excitement and fresh air - you used the word stagnate which is perfect! Who do they think has been watching the show this season? If I was a CLANA fan (which I am obviously not) I would not have been watching so far, so to also yank the clois fans around - this far into the season - seems like they are almost trying to commit suicide as a show by ostricizing both sides of their fan base. Whatever - I have vented enough - I am DONE with this teenie-bot drama gone wrong. If this show was a person I would break up with it - thank goodness entertainmart pays well for used TV seasons. lol.

[Violet-Shadow]

I thought parts of it were great. Although I don't like how Lana is suddenly some kind of wonder woman or whatever, I think her character has shown significant improvement. However, the kiss at the end threw everything off. One of the biggest parts of Clark Kent/Superman's destiny is Lois Lane. It seems the producers of the show want to change the mythos. Lana Lang is his true love and Lois is just his second choice because Lana, wonderful person that she is, gave him up for the greater good. Now I will step away from my bitterness to talk about my favorite scene: the one with Chloe and Clark. I loved Chloe looking out for her big cousin and, basically, telling Clark to get a clue. There were many more that I enjoyed but that was my favorite. So, anyway, 6/10.

[scifigirl]

I gave it an 8. I thought it was a solid episode; but, it didn't blow me away. I will give the writers their due. They are writing much tighter stories. I liked the hint of the justice league in the Clark, Oliver, MM hospital scene. For the record, I don't ship Clana or Clois. My objection to the Clana in this episode is that it makes Clark look like kind of a selfish, fickle jerk. It is also bad story telling. It was too jarring a change from the Clois they spent 1/2 a season building up. I will have a hard time buying Clois from this point on.

[La Donna]

Well, well, well.... Where did this Smallville come from? It seemed different. It certainly had progress similar to the first 10 episodes of season 8, it had some flashbacks to season 6 and 7, but it also had a brand new feel with the scenery shots, attitude, and character definitions.

Intro, no Lois. I'm glad actually. I don't like false advertising. There were some pretty cool shots of the city, and it made it feel like a bigger show. We got continuity with the murders Davis committed in Bride. We know Clark's still investigating even though Chloe's safe. But, did anyone else notice how Clark wears this perpetually confused face whenever he talks with Lana?

Is it just me or did Clark look pissy when he was talking with Oliver in the hospital? It seems to me that whenever Clark is upset, he acts pissy. I thought Olliver was awesome in that scene. He didn't let Clark's attitude deter him, and he stood up to Clark about the guilt and teamwork lines.

Tess and Lana seem like they are close to making out. Tess says Lana has "presence", she's "stunning", she's "devious". I think they need to kiss. And, Isis needs security cameras or something. People are always just popping in uninvited.

I loved that Chloe mentioned Lois. I loved that Clark said "Lois is....", because, to me, that's perfect. Clark has always defined Lana, and that Lois is beyond his definition is a good sign. And Chloe catching on to how Clark and Lois feel makes sense, as she's very perceptive and she loves them both. Ya, Lois was mentioned!!! Ya, Chloe had Lois's back. And of course, Ya that Chloe isn't just ditching Jimmy in the hospital. I love it.

It was great that the cop said "Cops have rules, Capes don't", because to me, that's a great setup for the "vigilante justice" that some cops will have problems with when it comes to superheroes. I liked Danny, and I hope they have him and his family back. What a fantastic lead into Superman's relationship with the cops. I like that Clark defended the cop to Olliver, but he went overboard with his whole "justice and bending the rules" thing. Wasn't it opposite a few episodes ago, where Clark was mister fair and true justice, and Olliver was wanting to get even? Clark's lucky that Olliver remained by his side even after Clark's little outbursts. I love Olliver in this episode, and I hope we see more of him. I was afraid that his whole arc in mid-season with Olliver would center around Lana's story, so I like that he's been out on his own doing his Green Arrow thing.

FUDGE!!!! I just got to the end. Stupid, fudge sucking showrunners and writers!! I'm so glad it was recorded so that I didn't hand in the ratings. I want a ninth season, and I don't want Smallville to get cancelled, but it's the only way to register my disappointment with casting choices and scripts.

Okay, back to the review.

Poor Tess. I'm starting to like her a lot. I feel bad for her. I can't wait to see her journey of pay back. I like Oliver and Tess together. They have really good chemistry, and I like that Tess is going to use him in her take down of Lex. Looks like she has another itch that needs scratching.

I like the "Clark Kent Reporter" shout-outs throughout the episode. I didn't love that Clark was using his powers willy/nilly. There were times he could have used his powers but made it look like he didn't. Instead he used his powers and then just stood there.

I love MM and want him back. I was hoping he'd have his powers back at the end of this, but either way, I really want him back. I want MM and Olliver, and the brotherhood. How could Clark not want to be a part of that? It's crazy.

It was great that Clark asked the cop about his family and how he balances his life. When the cop asked him if he had someone who made it all worth it, I was so freaking excited when he got that adorable little smile on his face. I thought "I can't believe how awesome this is. He's totally thinking of Lois". I should have realized I'm an idiot who has no real clue how Smallville works. So what happened? The smile lead him to the talon and to Lana, where he asked her to be with him, and then he swooped on in for a kiss. And not a hot kiss, but a weird kiss. It actually looked like two 14 year olds who had never kissed before. Why oh why did they have to do this? To make it worse, they did this after Clark is called to task on his feelings for Lois and Lois's feelings for him. I guess Chloe's warning didn't mean anything, and Clark plans to slam Lois afterall. My heart is broken.

Don't come back Lois. You did the right thing by leaving. Meet someone in Star City. Clark's life is wrapped up in Lana, and Olliver has got some hot chemistry with Tess. Just stay in Star City, work on some stories to send in, and go out and have fun with some random guys. And then when you do come back, don't give Clark a chance. It's obvious now that if he gets together with you it's only because Lana rejected him and he can't have her. Please, don't stoop down to that level and be the leftovers. You can be single, you can be dating someone, you can be dating more than one someone, just not Clark Kent, the ex-boyfriend of Lana Lang. It would be great if in Hex, Clark discovers Lois has been out on dates with other people since she's been back. I'm not lucky enough to get that though.

Then the preview for next week... She's wearing a dress from the pictures released of the episode, and it's the same one she's wearing when she kisses Clark atop the DP, and when she says "we need to protect the world but not together". This worries me because it is the same scene when Clark drops to his knees. If this is because of Lana's rejection of him, I'll scream. I don't want it to be because she's leaving, because she's rejecting him, or even because he finds out she's dying. I had some hope that it would be because of kryptonite, but that seems impossible now. It's got to be because of something Lana says about her or about them as a couple.

There were so many things that made me happy in this episode, but some things that made me intensely unhappy. I guess I have to go with 6. It's too bad, because this episode has some great things, but they ruined too much with the Clana.

[Black Panda]

Meh, that's about all I have to say.

It was mostly dull, especially the cop arc. The Tess Lana arc might have been more interesting if it hadn't been spoilt, or I wasn't so meh from the cop arc.

It was nice to see Clark's real power shown to be his power to inspire.

I did enjoy seeing Lana worshiped. I always do.

[zHeN_zHeN]

We go from Legion to this...? Wow.

5.

I was open. Well, at least I tried to be. I really thought that this episode would be a lot better than it was. But, it lacked in all departments. I did enjoy Chloe's thoughtful wisdom, Tess's tearful confession, and Ollie pointing out Clark's whineness.

I'm sorry to say, but everything else was boring as hell. I found myself distracted a lot of the time. It just wasn't interesting enough.

The ending was the worse. But, I saw a glimmer of hope in Clark's doubtful eyes. And, that's the only reason why I gave this episode a higher rating. Otherwise, it would be more like a 4. Or, maybe even a 3.

[alejandrita439]

i didnt like it so much...
i gave it a 7 :/

[damara531]

Personally I was really enjoying the Clark undercover idea, I even didn't so much mind the Lana storyline...but was it totally necessary to revisit the Clana tragedy? No disrespect to any Clana fans who might be out there, but I can't help but feel like Clark has taken a huge step back since she's reappeared on the scene. Especially given his train of thought at the end of the episode.

[hyped1]

As has been stated several tims before in this thread, great episode except for the turn towards CLANA, even after talk with Chloe about Lois and the obviousness of the CLOIS situation!

The fight scene between Tess and Lana was great (Lana is Chung Lee afterall!) and Clark did seem very Superman-like this episode! Right up until...The usual CW return to those stupid angst moments that are the signature of all the old WB series! I think KK is beautiful and a good actress and all but we can't like a charatcer whose role is actually a hurdle to the development of our central character!

We don't hate Lana, we hate what she represents, Clarks inability to move forward and accept his role as Superman!

When he made that comment about choosing Lana over the World...again!! I had to instantly lower my score for episode as well as expectations for the rest of the season. It was going so well up until then! :-(

[MrZeppo]

Great episode. Lots of delicious payoff.

The Lana/Tess fight & revelation was a big ol' bag of awesomeness. I now ship Tena? Or Lesa? Or Tans? LOL!

I loved Chloe's protective speech to Clark about Lois. It's nice to still see them looking out for each other. But seeing Chloe call Clark on what's going on with Lois and Lana was good.

I loved that Clark finally acknowledged there is something going on between him and Lois that he's obviously confused about.

I LOVED the more mature nature of the storyline. The writing was really good and the storyline was great. I think more mature storylines are just what Smallville needs more of. And Clark helping to stop Dan Turpin from crossing a line a cop should never cross was a great storyline.

I gave it a 9. The kiss at the end did make me slap myself on the forehead and yell "Doh!" But I can deal with it as long as both of them can walk away from it amicabley as equals.

[LuthorKent90]

By far the worst episode of the season.. if not the series.
For me it had nothing to do with Lana being in it, it was because of Tess.

Tess. Sob. Story. = Lame.

How do they expect us to feel more for a character that just got on the series than for Lex Luthor(a regular for 7 season)?

Is this supposed to be a "girl power" episode, where Tess gets the courage to stand up to the abusive man that she "loved"? :rotfl:
I was laughing through out her pathetic little ramblings about how he saved her and how she "devoted" herself to him because she lurved him.

It was so predictable and BORING as hell. I haven't been this bored since Labyrinth. (And yes imo Labyrinth is the boring-est episode ever. :))

[love_smallville]

I had to give it a 3/10-all due to the Clana kiss-and what was up with Clark saying to not put others first? He is so dumb when Lana is around. It'll be interesting to see when she leaves-will she be the one to let go or will it finally be Clark who realizes they aren't meant to be together? Please, I hope he finally opens his eyes!

I'm so disappointed because the episodes all season have been great up until this storyline. It's old and why why did they kiss?? I wish I had my optic nerve removed during it...sorry but I'm still miffed :(

[lana 9]

i give a 9 i love the lana/ tess plot and i love clark as cop it was cool see mm

[Xanderman]

Not a bad episode, except for the fact Clark is regressing again. And once again no Lois, in favor of more Lana drama. Going back to the Clark/Chloe team was also more aggravating regression. Why, who knows. Well I know the why for Lana, the producers/writers have always been in love with her (wasn't just an Al/Miles fetish)--of course maybe it's just Kreuk they're all desperately in love with. What's funny is that they accelerated Clark's development this year to where more fans want him to be (more "Superman" like), so quickly in fact that it felt like a lightswitch to many of us. And yet they spend an eternity of time developing, and re-developing, the Clana. Boggles the mind. I guess they figured that since they drew out their relationship for years upon years, they might as well draw out their breakup for an eternity, too.

When Tess was practicing/fighting in the mansion and Lana showed up, I half expected Tess to make a Street Fighter joke, given the company... "Well if it isn't the famous Lana Lang....I hear you're quite the Chun-Li when it comes to martial arts. Tell me. Are the legends true?" lol (For those who don't know, Kreuk is playing Chun-Li in an upcoming Street Fighter sequel or prequel or whatever it is.)

So Tess isn't actually evil... Wow, how boring is that. When know-it-all Lana revealed to Tess that Lex had been spying through her eyes all this time and Tess reacted the way she did, at first I thought it was just an act by her, that she couldn't possibly be that lame. But it wasn't an act. It was just the end of interesting Tess.

The Lana drama, the Chlark re-teamup, the Tess ruination, these were the dark spots in an otherwise o.k. episode for me.

6/10

[Imzadia]

OK, I don't think that I'm breaking any rules here, but if I am, I expect the Moderators to kick me to the curb quickly enough. That may be unfortunate for my "Bulletproof" crusade, but I want to Defend it, if I may. I plan to prowl the forum in an effort to help others SEE more clearly before they CONDEMN. It is, afterall, My Opinion. I'd like to 'paste' what I posted in the "Live" thread, "The worst episode ever" thread...

:rolleyes: I admit, I may be looking for and finding a little something different than what a lot of fans want out of Smallville. :\ IMO, this episode covered a Lot of ground that I feel really contributed to moving Clark's 'Destiny' along.

:cool: Clark has, for many years, taken part in criminal investigations anonymously. He knows how to look for clues and has learned to trust his own 'hunches' or intuition about people and their innate behaviors (except when it comes to Lana or women in general), :\ and Clark has learned to be very observant. ;) It was a great opportunity for him to see how the 'law' works from the Inside. He learned some things that will serve him well in his future heroic endeavors. There's still much he has to learn, but he needs to learn how to work in tandem with 'law enforcement' to earn their trust, which would allow him the priviledge to continue 'Helping' without fear of being 'branded' an outlaw, IMO.

It was also important for us to Hear from Oliver that MM had interacted with him and that they had begun to form a 'trusting bond' between them as well. It was important to see progression in the growth of the JLA. All that, plus what revelations Lana shared with Tess, made this a great episode, IMO. :D We also got to see Clark in 'Hero mode', and the way he's thinking about how and why he will do what he does. He wants to see People try to be better. He also taught Ollie something about being a 'better' hero. That was truly Special. :)

:\ Only Clark's desire to have more than a life of 'being the hero' for the world's sake, because of his 'memories' of what he believed he could have with Lana, made him slightly falter. :( He has the Same Feelings as every one of us, so he wants the same things out of life. Meeting Danny Turpin and his family with his 'high school sweetheart' made Clark feel nostalgic for what he 'wished' he could have with Lana. He fears that it'll be denied him. :( The writers wouldn't have given us that little 'tidbit' if we weren't to note it. ;)Clark just has to figure it out as he goes along. He's NOT a Loser! :mad: He's been given a tremendous responsibility and the way he was raised, he'll never neglect that 'Mission'.

"Bulletproof" was Different, and a story about people who do difficult jobs and learning how and why they want to do them for the "right" reasons. It seemed to be about Clark learning about 'big city' crime and crime-fighters behind the scenes. It was a Learning Experience for Oliver, Ofc. Dan Turpin, John Jones, Tess, and Clark. Although I don't quite know what it is that Lana was supposed to learn except that maybe she's no longer 'in love' with Clark. :confused: :\

Whatever Lana is doing and whoever she's collaborating with is causing a lot of intentional turmoil, most likely in her on-going quest for revenge against Lex. She continues to keep secrets from Clark, therefore she's still too angry to give her heart to anyone, and I think she knows that. When Clark figures that out, it'll put the final nail in the coffin of their dead romance. :\ When she leaves, the dust she's once again stirred up will settle. Then Clark will see everything more clearer and realize he's in love with Lois Lane, IMO. :p :( Sadly, Clark feels a void in his life that he'd like to have filled with an honest, Committed, intimate relationship. What we're seeing is an 'emotional' set-back brought on by the way Lana broke his heart a few months ago. Her sudden reappearance has thrown him temporarily off balance. That's why he asked her, "why are you staying?" :(

:) We Know Clark. He's Steadfast and Honorable. He probably thinks that he'd seem 'shallow' if he turned his back on the 'love of his life...so far' without making SURE it's the right decision. I'm Deathly Tired of the Clana merry-go-round, too. :mad: Hopefully, we'll get to see him shake it off, because 'temporary faltering heroes' is allowable from time to time... Right? Clark, 'in Smallville', has taught us that he's Not Perfect, just like the rest of us 'humans'. ...But we know that he'll Never stop trying to be better. :)

:rolleyes: Eventhough I wasn't thrilled about the Clana kiss, the only thing about this episode that I truly didn't like and found uncomfortably annoying was the way Clark and Ollie treated each other. Mostly Ollie acted like he doesn't 'like' Clark very much. :\

:o One last thing; I was too happy to hear Chloe mention Lois to Clark. She pointed out to Clark how 'Obvious' it was that some 'sparks' are flying between him and Lois. ;) His response was...:eek: Clearly, Clark finds that Lois Amazes or Overwhelms him just by Lois being 'Lois'. :lol: It was as if Chloe had made him pay attention to something that was 'Hot' and he cautiously approached it and wouldn't touch it for fear of getting 'Burned'. :p (Eventhough we're aware that Clark is impervious to physical heat). The Legendary Love Story between Clark and Lois Has Begun. :D So, for this episode, this case, and these sets of circumstances, IMO, "Mission" accomplished... for now.

:o This IS a Review without giving away too many details, right? I Grade it a 9.5 :D

[PepsiMax]

Gave it a 7 but now that I'm reminded of the last couple of minutes... :mad: :lol: that kiss was just supposed to be a joke, right?

But I liked the whole cop thing. It was something different and gave another look at the type of heroes there are. Clark interacting with the cop guy and his family at the BBQ and the kid running around as the red and blue blur was kinda cool.

The Tess/Lana interaction was also cool just because there was more of Tess to see and Lana's involvement was good too. But why does the coffee-shop girl think she was Lex's equal? WTF? She can't possibly compare herself to Lex...Also, when exactly did she become the big computer tech? :eek: :rolleyes: Maybe Chloe gave her some pointers? :\

It was a good episode, not as good as it could of been, but still worth watching. Until the last part!

Why couldn't you just stay behind the counter, Lana? Huh? WHY? The only girl who he deserves to suck face with like that is LOIS!

[Kal-ed]

I gave it a 5, I really liked Clark going undercover, although it was not said, Id like to think Clark used Fordman as his cover name, in honor of Whitney Fordman who died protecting his country, I really liked MM setting things straight at the end, I really hope this puts an end to the passive-agressive nature of their relationship, after all the one has done for the other, their petty innuendos were really growing tiredsome.

I really liked the Coast City reference (for all of those who dont know its the city, Hal Jordan AKA Green Lantern calls home), I like having Dan Turpin, Im sure most know but if anyone doesnt, he´s from the SUC in the comics and cartoons. I liked having MM I think he´s awsome as little as that was. I liked some, not all of the Lana-Tess scenes, I liked how she´s turned against Lex (who´s going to be our villan next season, if there is one, without Davis and Tess?). Finally believe it or not, being a cloiser and a true believer that TPTB cant wright Clana without making Clark look bad, I actually liked the Clana perse.

What gave this thing a sounding 5 was Clark and his last three minutes, he´s back the normal life wishing, he´s back to his childhood dreams... and its just bad writing even during the episode he showed us something completely diferent as to what he said, this Clana thing is horrible, again I actually liked Clana, its Clark around Lana I dont like, I honestly thought we were past that.

[Fallen One]

By the results this episode was a hard one to judge. Looking forward to the rest of the reviews.

[Kal-ed]

OK, I don't think that I'm breaking any rules here, but if I am, I expect the Moderators to kick me to the curb quickly enough. That may be unfortunate for my "Bulletproof" crusade, but I want to Defend it, if I may. I plan to prowl the forum in an effort to help others SEE more clearly before they CONDEMN. It is, afterall, My Opinion. I'd like to 'paste' what I posted in the "Live" thread, "The worst episode ever" thread...

:rolleyes: I admit, I may be looking for and finding a little something different than what a lot of fans want out of Smallville. :\ IMO, this episode covered a Lot of ground that I feel really contributed to moving Clark's 'Destiny' along.

:cool: Clark has, for many years, taken part in criminal investigations anonymously. He knows how to look for clues and has learned to trust his own 'hunches' or intuition about people and their innate behaviors (except when it comes to Lana or women in general), :\ and Clark has learned to be very observant. ;) It was a great opportunity for him to see how the 'law' works from the Inside. He learned some things that will serve him well in his future heroic endeavors. There's still much he has to learn, but he needs to learn how to work in tandem with 'law enforcement' to earn their trust, which would allow him the priviledge to continue 'Helping' without fear of being 'branded' an outlaw, IMO.

It was also important for us to Hear from Oliver that MM had interacted with him and that they had begun to form a 'trusting bond' between them as well. It was important to see progression in the growth of the JLA. All that, plus what revelations Lana shared with Tess, made this a great episode, IMO. :D We also got to see Clark in 'Hero mode', and the way he's thinking about how and why he will do what he does. He wants to see People try to be better. He also taught Ollie something about being a 'better' hero. That was truly Special. :)

:\ Only Clark's desire to have more than a life of 'being the hero' for the world's sake, because of his 'memories' of what he believed he could have with Lana, made him slightly falter. :( He has the Same Feelings as every one of us, so he wants the same things out of life. Meeting Danny Turpin and his family with his 'high school sweetheart' made Clark feel nostalgic for what he 'wished' he could have with Lana. He fears that it'll be denied him. :( The writers wouldn't have given us that little 'tidbit' if we weren't to note it. ;)Clark just has to figure it out as he goes along. He's NOT a Loser! :mad: He's been given a tremendous responsibility and the way he was raised, he'll never neglect that 'Mission'.

"Bulletproof" was Different, and a story about people who do difficult jobs and learning how and why they want to do them for the "right" reasons. It seemed to be about Clark learning about 'big city' crime and crime-fighters behind the scenes. It was a Learning Experience for Oliver, Ofc. Dan Turpin, John Jones, Tess, and Clark. Although I don't quite know what it is that Lana was supposed to learn except that maybe she's no longer 'in love' with Clark. :confused: :\

Whatever Lana is doing and whoever she's collaborating with is causing a lot of intentional turmoil, most likely in her on-going quest for revenge against Lex. She continues to keep secrets from Clark, therefore she's still too angry to give her heart to anyone, and I think she knows that. When Clark figures that out, it'll put the final nail in the coffin of their dead romance. :\ When she leaves, the dust she's once again stirred up will settle. Then Clark will see everything more clearer and realize he's in love with Lois Lane, IMO. :p :( Sadly, Clark feels a void in his life that he'd like to have filled with an honest, Committed, intimate relationship. What we're seeing is an 'emotional' set-back brought on by the way Lana broke his heart a few months ago. Her sudden reappearance has thrown him temporarily off balance. That's why he asked her, "why are you staying?" :(

:) We Know Clark. He's Steadfast and Honorable. He probably thinks that he'd seem 'shallow' if he turned his back on the 'love of his life...so far' without making SURE it's the right decision. I'm Deathly Tired of the Clana merry-go-round, too. :mad: Hopefully, we'll get to see him shake it off, because 'temporary faltering heroes' is allowable from time to time... Right? Clark, 'in Smallville', has taught us that he's Not Perfect, just like the rest of us 'humans'. ...But we know that he'll Never stop trying to be better. :)

:rolleyes: Eventhough I wasn't thrilled about the Clana kiss, the only thing about this episode that I truly didn't like and found uncomfortably annoying was the way Clark and Ollie treated each other. Mostly Ollie acted like he doesn't 'like' Clark very much. :\

:o One last thing; I was too happy to hear Chloe mention Lois to Clark. She pointed out to Clark how 'Obvious' it was that some 'sparks' are flying between him and Lois. ;) His response was...:eek: Clearly, Clark finds that Lois Amazes or Overwhelms him just by Lois being 'Lois'. :lol: It was as if Chloe had made him pay attention to something that was 'Hot' and he cautiously approached it and wouldn't touch it for fear of getting 'Burned'. :p (Eventhough we're aware that Clark is impervious to physical heat). The Legendary Love Story between Clark and Lois Has Begun. :D So, for this episode, this case, and these sets of circumstances, IMO, "Mission" accomplished... for now.

:o This IS a Review without giving away too many details, right? I Grade it a 9.5 :D

I dont think many disagree with you, in fact the general consensus is that basically its the last 3 minutes that made for a less than average overall, see this episode would have easily gotten a 8 from me hadnt that scene... scratch that... that line, been on the episode, cause again i dont mind Clark trying with Lana, I think life and Lana have given him enough reasons to give up on the couple but hey, he´s a stubborn guy and he got dumped on a tape so he need closure and Im not one to deny him and like I said I liked the Clana scenes, my only biff with this episode is "what if the world doesnt have to come first?" "what about what we need?" those 2 lines took Clark back to Sleeper, which was more than half a season ago.

And I dont think your breaking any rules except for the excesive amount of emotion icons, I think its limited to 1 per paragraph or something but its not a rule that´s too harshly enforced so I wouldnt worry about that.

[Andy&Lois]

when will then kill off clana? it has been boring for 8 years now. How long is this show gona last for? and i really hope clark breaks it off for good rather than lana or it is gona seem that lois is second best and lana really is the love of clarks life. they have made smallville that clark loves lana so much and that is the love of his life. so i guess it has not changed from season 4 when they intorduced lois and the fortress of solitude... when u think "YES" they really are going foward. how sad.

[FlashInSV]

It was okay...but not great. I give it 6 -miserable Clana scenes- out of 10

[Mr.Magic]

I have to go with MEH.

The story wasn't very interesting. Oh, the wasted potential of Clark going undercover.
The characterisation was really bad. It's not black and white, Clark? Having Superman say something like that... UGH!
The only decent scene was the Chun Li vs. Mercy fight.

5/10

[La Donna]

Seeing that you-tube video made me remember how enjoyable it is when Lois is in an episode. She brings the fun, and Clark steps up and acts like a grown-up. I miss her. Now it's even more depressing that we won't see her for 13, we won't see her for 14, we won't see her for 16, and we won't see her for 18. :(

[Alania]

5, cause Clana Kiss was way too expensive!!!! But glimpse of Chlo-Lo and Clark-Oliver back in action was worth all the while! :) Clark is getting to superman and to Lois, now i can feel it!

[akaLane]

I'd have given it a 9 without those last two minutes. I'm giving it a 7 instead.

Cassidy Freeman gets props from me. I finally found an emotional connection to Tess. Her sense of betrayal was beautifully portrayed and I'm now looking forward to more of her story.

[vyperman7]

Well this definitely wasn't my favorite episode of the season. However, it wasn't the worst episode of the season either. The funny thing is that the actor who Danny in Bulletproof also played a character named Trevor in Hothead. Don't you love it when a show recycyles actors?

Pros :

- I really liked Chloe bringing up Lois to Clark. It was especially great how protective Chloe was being in regards to Lois. It is kind of frustrating how the writers make Clark so clueless however. He almost kissed Lois for christ's sake and he is acting completely clueless about feelings that Lois has for him and vice versa. Lana really does put the blinders on Clark doesn't she?

- I liked Clark in this episode. Seeing him posing as a cop gave us a chance to see him in the protector role on a grander scale and it also put him in a "secret identity" type of situation. The references to Clark as a reporter were cool, even though it still bugs me how easily he was able to get the job. Finally, the bit where he gets shot and has the smat-ass comment of "Like you said, always wear a vest" was hilarious. Clark should be a smart ass more often.

- The Tess/Lana fight was great. It didn't drag on and it lasted just long enough to show both girls getting in their shots. By the way, was their some sexual tension going on between Tess and Lana? It looked like Tess had a smoldering look in her eyes when she refered to Lana as "stunning" and when she said that she had a presence about her.

- I liked the fact that they established a connection between Martian Manhunter and Oliver.

- The mention of "Red-Blue blur" was cool when the kid was running around in the cape and Clark took pride in it.

- I like seeing Tess scorned and her reaction to the truth. It should be interesting to see if she actually follows through with trying to hurt Lex and what he will do to try and prevent it.

Cons :

- The bickering between Clark and Oliver is really starting to get old. It seems like everytime Oliver is on screen, it is either to lecture Clark about being more proactive, or Clark is lecturing Oliver to play it safer and be less impulsive. I wish they would just accept each other already and work together.

- I didn't really mind Lana returning to the show because it was only for 5 episodes and it was supposed to bring closure to her character as well as Clana. However, the writers once again regress and make Clark want to give everything up to be with Lana. Why have him take a step back? The reference to being 14 really bugged me. We aren't in S1 or S2 anymore. This is S8. Clark will you please grow the hell up and move on already? I agree that this makes Lois look more and more like Clark's rebound girl. His feelings for Lois and Lana's time away should make him want to avoid another round of romance with Lana. It would be great if it could just be friendship and that's it. I would love to see Clark and Lana have a talk about Lois in which she says " I told you so" based on her comment at the beginning of S4 when she tells Clark that Lois is the one for him.

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Overall I would probably give this episode a 7 or 8 out of 10. It wasn't overly exciting and the writers took a huge step back with Clark at the end of the episode. However, the episode did have things I really enjoyed about it too. At this point, I am counting the weeks until Lana is gone for good.

[Tatiana]

You know that I am a little less emotional over the last 2 minutes of the episode, I have to say i really loved when Clark said I always wear my vest lol, that was hillarious and he gave a very heroic look

----- Added 11 Minutes later -----

I gave it an 8 too, I agree with everything you said vyperman, I guess Clark has a hard time letting go of the past, and he is holding on to Lana because he THINKS she is his soulmate...hopefully this kiss will show him the contrary, I still have hope lol

[ColdPlay3r]

coldplay3rs review

meh 6

[Super Maverick]

wow, this one is all over the board! i actually liked it!! 8! i had low expectations because i figure the episode after a big event episode always sucks, but i thought it was a decent episode!!

[SGuthrie27]

Once again, I am VERY pleasantly surprised at how good Smallville has been this season. I've also been happy to be wrong about something I thought would bother me when the season started -- it's actually been rather refreshing for them to focus on only 4-5 characters in a lot of episodes, as it seems to give them more time to create depth to their growth and storylines.

While of course the Clana scene at the end does seem like a definite step back, it doesn't really surprise me in the least. There was so much left unsaid and unfinished between Lana and the future Man of Steel that it wasn't much of a logic leap to predict that Clark would (at least briefly) try to rekindle a relationship with the old love of his life. Plus, we know she's only sticking around for another couple of episodes, which is another reason I'm not getting all up in arms over it. Besides, at least the two (in the way they talk to each other and interact this season) seem to have matured a lot. The only part of this that irked me was Clark's comments about how "maybe the world doesn't have to come first," which is not the heroic mantra I expect Clark to champion. Perhaps he'll learn better of it by the end of "Requiem."

Lana herself has definitely been "enigmatic" to me (as Tess accurately labeled her) in the last few episodes since her return, which has been very cool for her character. Kristin Kreuk has been doing an awesome job of portraying the conflicting emotions Lana is dealing with, while not making her the whiny, insecure Lana that many fans (myself included) made fun of quite a bit in previous seasons. She's so much more self-confident, cool, calm, and basically just a better more well-rounded character. I enjoy seeing her interactions with Clark, Tess, and everyone else she's come into contact with since her return. I am also very anxious to see exactly what the outcome will be of the mysterious phone calls and text messages she's been making. I really am clueless about who she could be corresponding with and why, and just how much she's been telling them. Why is she still keeping Clark in the dark about it? Very curious...

Of course, I wasn't terribly thrilled about Chloe only getting one scene, and that one being mostly devoted to declaring how "obvious" a Clark-Lois pairing will be, especially when I would've much rather seen some sort of confrontation over Clark's trying to rid her of her memories of his secret in "Abyss." Part of me still hopes that this will come up again later, so Clark can hear how she would really feel about this, though I don't know what could jog her memory of that happening, even though she does seem to be acting a bit more fishy lately, like she knows something else that she isn't saying. Still, the way she defended her cousin and warned Clark not to hurt her was touching -- she actually seemed a little teary-eyed there when she talked about it.

Now, for the overall plot of the show (the "A Plot" if you will), I thought it was magnificent. The focus on the line between good and evil, what's acceptable when it comes to protecting the ones you love and what's not, the differences and similarities between cops and capes... it was all very cool, and didn't seem to be the least bit cheesy at any point in the show. They did a nice job of fleshing out the guest stars for the show -- all of them seemed well-casted, especially "Danny." Speaking of which, I haven't been reading the spoilers as thoroughly this season, which meant I was very pleasantly surprised with how they didn't make it obvious that he was Dan Turpin until much later (unless I missed them mentioning his last name at an earlier point). That sort of reveal of a comic book connection is one of the many things I love about this show. I'm also happy to see Emil Hamilton being added to the background crew, though I hope they show him more in the future, and allow him to have actual interactions with Clark.

The one point that confused me a little in the middle of the plot was the way Oliver was berating and badgering Clark so much -- a lot of the beef he had with him seemed a little over-the-top and forced, but they resolved it well at the end, I think, especially when the Martian Manhunter (who I was thrilled to see back, by the way) boiled the problems the two have all been having with each other down to pride (not to mention ideological differences which Green Arrow tends to have with virtually any other character in the DC Universe in comics).

And then there's Tess. I'm not quite sure what to think of her, but I think that Smallville has done a good job this season at not using her and painting her in a very convincing shade of gray. We're never quite sure how far she's willing to go in either direction, but it'll be cool to see her shift a little more to the light side (I think) after Lana's revelations to her about Lex. The way he's been using her as his virtual eyes is super-creepy and unbelievably wrong. It just goes to show how far he's fallen into villainy from the friendly, mostly altruistic Lex Luthor we knew in Season 1. Some might question whether or not he's really the one that's been doing the watching, but I think it's pretty obvious that he's been the one behind it. Tess and Ollie have great chemistry and scenes together, too, so I'm hoping that they show even more of the two of them together throughout the rest of the season, even if they don't develop it into an ongoing romantic relationship.

So, all in all, a very good episode in my opinion, and I can't wait for the next one!

--SGuthrie ><>' :)--

[La Donna]

Re-watching the last minute of this episode, I've gotta say that the kiss was ambiguous. My fear is Clark was into it. My hope is that his face after the kiss showed his realization that he wasn't into it. It's too hard to predict. Hopefully next episode we'll get a Chloe and Clark chat were we can hear what Clark is feeling. I think that he must have been into that kiss, though, because otherwise why would he kiss her again in the next episode, and his feelings for her are still so intense that they drop him to his knees. But.... it's a toughie!

Edit: I want to add that KK is such a great mix of sexy and adorable. When she said something along the lines of "not your best plan, Mr. Kent" (in the talon at the end), I found myself grinning. Weird, huh? But, flat out, she really is stunning. Perhaps I shouldn't begrudge Clark's impulse to kiss her. Well, no, I don't think he should of kissed her, but still, I can see how the writers would want to use her in every scene. It's funny, because whenever Chloe is on screen, I find myself mirroring her emotions. When she's happy, I notice I'm grinning too. When she's sad or getting hurt, I notice myself frowning or teary eyed. This is the first time something similar has happened with Lana, though. I mean she's always been a beauty, but usually she's a very calculated person or the writers are very calculating with her arc's, so I'm trying to get to the bottom of where it's headed. But this time, I found myself in the scene with her and Clark emotionally at that moment. When Lois is on screen, I'm just perfectly content, as all is right with the world.

Of course, when the superstuds Clark and Ollie are on screen, I have more of a physical connection rather than an emotional one. Perhaps it's best that no one else I know who watches Smallville lives near me, as I guess I look a bit like an ass while I'm viewing this show.

[stenochick]

Ok, so after the conversation between Clark and Chloe about Lois, I was feeling pretty good. We've seen Lois start to realize her feelings for Clark, and it looked as if Clark was really starting to realize his feelings for Lois. And this also gave us the Lois reference while she is gone, which was great.

Then comes the last 5 minutes. After Clark's conversation with Turpin, I knew what was coming next. There was nothing I could say. This season was going so good, right up until then.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not giving up on the season or anything. One bad scene in 12 episode isn't that bad. My biggest fear is that it won't get any better though until Lana is gone for good, which is thankfully in 2 more episodes. I just needed a place to vent lol! Come on PS3, your better than this, don't start getting all AlMiles on us now! Give it a 7.

ITA. I don't even need to post my own thoughts now. :)

----- Added 5 Minutes later -----


I thought this episode had some of the best writing we have seen in SV for a long time. Characters actually had meaningful conversations. Wow!

It was written by Bryan Q. Miller who also wrote Committed. Apparently he never got the memo about making the characters speak in annoying mixed metaphors and instead makes them speak meaningfully and clearly. What a concept!

[Jedimaster_TTBaby]

Ok...so this epi got a lot of mixed reviews! Overall, I don't think it bad at all...I gave it a 9.

[beatles4]

I know Clark HAS to get over Lana before he have the one TRUE love of his life with Lois. He was right in saying you just don't stop loving a person, just like that after so many years. We just have patiently wait to see where the writers are taking this situation, especially since KK won't be in SV much longer. I too, did not like seeing them kiss, though it wasn't especially passionate any more. Much prefer Clois! This will all come in time; just don't give up watching SV just because of this temporary Clana junk.

Incidentally, any other comic geeks realize that Clark has gone undercover as a cop in an older issue?

[La Donna]

I think I could have handled the entire Clana scene a bit better if something in the show happened that made Clark think he didn't have a chance with Lois. If Chloe had said something about Lois being over him, or Lois getting asked out when she's been in star city, or Lois still having feelings for Ollie, or anything along those lines, then Clark's decision to seek Lana out at the talon and ask her to start up the romance again wouldn't sting so bad, because we'd assume that Clark thinks he has no chance with Lois. He wouldn't be worried about hurting her feelings by getting back with Lana because he would assume that Lois doesn't care about Clark and Lana dating.

BUT, that's not what happened. In fact it was the opposite. We had Clark made aware of Lois's feelings, and that his interaction with Lana has the potential to seriously hurt Lois. So what does he do? He goes to the talon, smiling like a school boy, asking Lana to give it another chance, swooping in for a kiss, brushing away any objections Lana had to what he was saying. In doing that, he said loud and clear "I will happily hurt Lois's feelings if it means I have a chance with Lana". Even if he had zero feelings for Lois, he should have been impacted by what Chloe said. She laid it out for him -"If you get on the Lana ride, know that you'll be hurting Lois, so be careful in how you move forward". Clark has pretty good hearing, so I'm sure he heard and understood what Chloe said. And then he made his choice-- despite what Lana wants, despite what Lana says, and despite the fact that Lois will get hurt, Clark makes the decision to choose Lana.

I guess I just have a problem with that. Clark's not oblivious now, so he can't be excused like he might have been before. The greatest blunder the writers could give us as far as the love story is concerned is that the audience leaves the series with the message firmly in place that Clark considers Lana his soulmate and his true love, but that she had to give him up for the greater good, and so he ends up settling for Lois and making a life with her because he can't have Lana. Right now, and through seasons 1-7, that's the clear message I got from the writers. I didn't know how they could change it. Then season 8 came and I saw some pretty good signs that the writers were going to correct this blunder. Now, in that two minute scene, my seven seasons of uneasiness and fear that the romance aspect of the series will forever be tainted has come back to me. Can disappointment hurt? I'll try some malax and get over it.

[rehana/chole]

giv it1 CAUSE this was the most boring epsoide eva , i hated how chole ell clark abt lois it remind me of lois tell clark not hurt chole in seson 4 lois wall protect of her cuz, i mean chole is alway been there for clark . any the inpression on clark face was like who ! r u kidding ? lois no way ? chole was puting thing in hos head, did anyone esle thing lana was say chole line wen she said in hospital, an talon.the best sence was lana n tess fighting i lov lan kicken tess but. hate olie asking all dramtic abt not doing team wk y was he so pissed ( maybe cause he didnt help save chole lol) lana an clark was annoying mostly kissing seen i flip channal almost the whole show.
since there dont want 2 mess with superman story y but lois in sv she nev meet before dp, i mean has no memory of clark except in dp lana was his pass and chole neva exist so if u guy end with lois an clark would be stupid cause this the story abt farmboy clark not superman rite i agee with some one earlyseson 3 was sv an from seson 4 it wat they wan be ? AND WRITE HAS STARED 2 PULL ALWAY THE BOND BETWWEN CHOLE NA CLARK AN I MA PISSED there the best an u now it with out clhloe the show seen slow n boring,

[marikology]

I gave it a 2. Weird 2-second Chlark scene, Tess isn't awesome anymore, dirty cops were boring, and Clana eating each other's faces for five minutes.

[Mickey_Bickey]

I gave this episode a 7. What I really liked about it was that there was a lot of action scenes, and I love the gun fight, etc. Clark overall seemed stronger in this episode. I didn't see any insecurities which was a relief this time around. I loved Oliver's presence in this episode and how Tess picked him to bring down Luthercorp with her.

I'm still trying to figure out who Lana is supposed to be!!


Lana-Fu..............Expert of martial arts and military tactics!
Lana-RAM...........Computer extraordinaire who can type 60 WPM with one hand!
Lana-The Kid.......Expert gunslinger who can take whip out a gun faster than Doc Holiday
Lana-Do.............Wig or Extensions....take your pick!

The writers are trying to make it believable to the audience that Lana disappears for 7 months and becomes a "Master of Many"! In the end, I think we saw the "real" Lana, a common coffee clerk!:lol:

Anyhow, I enjoyed the fight scene with Tess. I kept saying "rip her wig off, Tess". In the end, Lana had to pull a weapon on her to control the fight.

What I didn't like was Clark's reaction to Lois' mention by Chloe, but I have to put my hats off to Chloe for sticking up for her cousin. I've always enjoyed Chloe's character, and this episode was no exception. I love how she "man-ups" to Clark!

The kiss at the end surprised me. I expected something completely different. I actually have a renewed hope for Clois now, because there was absolutely ZERO passion in that kiss, and I think when they pulled away both realized it, and for me it's especially important that Clark realizes it. I believe this is the beginning of the end! We knew they'd be an end, but definitely seeing the end here on SV.

Also, when Clark and Chloe were talking, it seemed that Clark was trying to convince himself that he was still in love with Lana. This is very different than what we've seen in the past.

[DGirlLois4Clark]

I give it a 5 for meh

Minus the last 3 minutes..I would have given it a 9:)

[cloisthelegendbegins]

USUAL LONG POST - Skip at will...

I'll admit I didn't watch this one live this week. But not because I was making a one woman protest, because I'm fighting a cold and when it was a toss up between snuggling under the duvet with tylenol or watching an episode with Lana in it, I figured the episode could wait till I'd had a few hours sleep and could approach it with a clearer head than the part of my brain that was telling me a winter cold was gonna kill me and I should be making a will...

Anyhoo.

All in all this wasn't anywhere in the region of as bad as it could have been. If Lana had been more like this two seasons ago I wouldn't have felt like tossing things at my TV screen every time she appeared. Heck, the Clana relationship is one I might even have rooted for on Smallville if it had lower levels of constant angst once they left High School, but since that wasn't the way the show played it it's a moot point. As it is, until the 39th minute I enjoyed Bulletproof.

Clark Kent undercover - MADE OF WIN as far as I'm concerned. I loved that he was seeing Metropolis from the pov of the people who try to protect it. And it did give it an almost Gotham-esque feel to me, which I enjoyed, even though Metropolis has always been played as much 'lighter' than Gotham - but then as I understand it that's always been reflective of Superman representing the light, and Batman being dark. As it was I think they played it about right in this episode, because it's easy for me to see as a viewer how Clark would take another step into the realization that what he can do CAN make a difference. I won't however go as far as telling him the world frakking well needs him in a patronizing voice - but I'll get to that in a minute...

Also loved that Clark saw in Danny someone who just needed to find the right path. Very Superman right there and a nice continuation of the talk he gave to Bette in Plastique. It's these little glimpse of Superman that makes this fangirl go all warm and fuzzy inside.:) That he then said the same thing to Oliver and as a result Oliver gave Danny a chance was GREAT. Good writing. And whoever this new writer is - HANG ON TO HIM. The guy does one hell of a job.

Now. Oliver and Clark. I'm a bit meh about this. It hasn't got the point where it's rattling my cage yet, but it doesn't exactly give me the warm and fuzzy superhero afterglow either. I get what they're doing with Ollie, but to have him talk to Clark about the morality of killing people when not two episodes ago he was taking a headshot at Lex? Erm - HELLO? Hypocritical much Ollie?! I get that this season is supposed to be about Ollie finding his path too and having doubts and all that but the inconsistencies are starting to get irritating. I swear, that man changes his mind faster than a pre-menstrual woman. And has angry outbursts at roughly the same intervals. BUT having said that, seeing Clark standing up to him more is a JOY. He's going head to head with Ollie on more equal terms than he could back when Ollie first appeared in Smallville and gave Clark the superhero/step up to the plate talks. And that Clark is finding his own path and we had the scene at the end with John Jones where they all talked about male pride getting in the way - I swear, I could smell the sweet scent of superhero testosterone in the air! :D

It made the early foundations of the JL very believable to me. Superheroes who do the things they do don't all do it for the exact same reasons in the beginning, and they all have different opinions. I think this season has played into this some and this scene really highlighted it for me. So more superhero warm and fuzzies = happy viewer here.

Lana and Tess. Actually one of the better fight scenes I've ever seen on Smallville. And naturally I'm curious as hell about who Lana is working with. I've wracked my brains when it comes to Smallville canon and nope - I got nuthin. So the fact I'm now intrigued enough to tune in and find out something Lana related after seven seasons? Well - color me surprised!!! :eek: If it wasn't for the who Clana-revisited set-up I could actually start to enjoy this character - but again, I'll get to that in a minute...

The Tess revelation. WONDERFUL. Gave us back-story and a nice skin-crawling reveal in one short scene. Good writing! I now love this new guy even more than I did before. And it demonstrated why entire episodes devoted to the back-story of secondary characters are POINTLESS. The thought that Lex has used Tess as his eyes and ears in a technological way never seen before (that I'm aware of) tapped into that whole Orwellian Big Brother is watching thing that is under so much debate in the real world. The thought that he could see her in her most private moments and during the love scene with Ollie? Eeewwww to voyeur Lex. But very villain-like and again psychological the way Lex has been shown to be in the past. So loved this too! And now Tess is gonna take his life away and we had the Lex Luthor pronounced dead on the front of the Planet? GREAT STUFF. Hope they show Ollie being distrustful of a merger though - cos this whole Ollie on a string thing that he just hops over to her place after she was so cold with him when they slept together? Oh c'mon Ollie! Man up. I'll forgive a lot of that cheeky grin, wise-cracking, bare chested, leather wearing guy I love so much - but I'll love him even more if he's more than inconsistent eye-candy. Anyways - looking forward to where this goes too...

Ooooh, before I forget - Chloe showing some Chlo-Lo love that shouts back to the Lo-Chlo love of season four? I wanted to step through the screen and HUG HER!!! It was a short, sweet, tightly written scene that made it's point and again I put that down to this new guy - WHERE THEY HELL HAS HE BEEN ALL THESE YEARS??? - and it completely made sense. Clark doesn't know how he feels about Lois and he wasn't ready to talk about it, he was surprised by the idea he might be hurting anyone and shocked that Chloe had even known enough to mention it. Yes Clark - because your BFF doesn't know you that well, does she? :rolleyes: And I'm torn here, because I've always found oblivious Clark kinda sweet. But at the same time it's not like this is new ground for him. It took two to lean in for that kiss in Bride Clarkie-boy - it's not like Lois made a running tackle across the dance-floor! And Chloe of all people knows what it's like to be the third point of that triangle, but did you look at all upset by the fact she understood that? A hint of remorse that she brought it up and felt you might hurt her cousin the same way? Did you say something like 'I would never hurt Lois'? No. And considering what happened by the end of the episode the whole 'I'm not trying to hurt anyone' line became even more wishy-washy to me. If I'd had to watch a close friend continue making the same mistakes for seven years, I'd have thrown my hands up in despair at this point. And I think Chloe's line about understanding him needing closure, then asking him not to slam Lois with the door was just enough. Any more than that would have invited the long feelings about Lana conversation that we've seen ad-nausea for seven years. Frankly, I'd rather eat worms than have to listen to that again. So bravo Chloe! BRAVO!!!

Which brings me to Lana and Clark. Lana visiting Clark with coffee in the hospital was a nice enough scene. She can see he's different and commented on it. Could have done without the 'you've become the man that I've always known you could be' line. Does Clark need this much validation from Lana? STILL?! The fact we then had the kind of smile and hesitation from Clark that suggested yes he does, grated on my nerves. Because this whole he wouldn't have done it of it wasn't for Lana's supreme sacrifice crap is getting REAL OLD for me. Between this and the Legion lines about how Lana will do great things, yada, yada, yada is setting it up like SHE is the sole reason he becomes the man he does. And I'm sorry, but I'm not buying that. EVERYONE - INCLUDING CLARK (and bottom line is it should be Clark who takes the credit for who he is - the same as we all do) has HELPED shape the man who becomes Superman. It smacks of setting Lana up as the heroine of the piece and I'm all for her having her PLACE in the history of Clark Kent but I'm not happy with her being Mother Theresa, Helen Of Troy, Joan of Arc, Guinevere and bloody Elektra all rolled into one. We get it. Smallville's showrunners LOVE her - they're OVER-JOYED to have her back - there's a story arc to be wrapped up and seven years worth of angst and heartbreak and lies and deceit and and and to be dealt with. Whatever. Just for chrissake let it end already. Give it closure without sappy, over dramatic music and yet ANOTHER try at making it work. How freakin masochistic ARE these people?! The new mature Lana is probably the best I've seen in a long, long, long time. And the fight scene, the cool and calm way she dealt with Tess and the fact she's less of a victim all go a long, LONG way with me - there's even enough steely backbone to show the effect the relationship with Lex had on her. I'm good with all of that...

The minute they lost me? When Clark mentioned them both being fourteen again... :mad:

Because RIGHT THERE with ONE LINE in The Talon, I had flashbacks of all the things that bugged the crap out of me with these two. After all the progression Clark has made this season in every other area, when it came to asking Danny Turpin about balancing what he did as a cop with his family life, the scene in The Talon made it less about ALL of Clark's loved ones and ALL ABOUT LANA. AGAIN. Never mind that Lana has been telling him the relationship is over so he can be there because 'The World Needs You' - and how many bloody times does this line have to be said in that soft, patronizing voice before he tells her it's HIS DECISION :mad: - never mind that Lana has told him definitively she won't be staying, never mind that they have seven years of some messed up crap behind them from varying approaches that ALL ended in heartbreak. Oh no. Let's just FORGET ALL THOSE THINGS and take what Danny Turpin says as a SIGN FROM ABOVE that we should give this yet ANOTHER TRY. Frankly I don't give a stuff what anyone says at this point, when it comes to Clark, this IS regression. And now, with the scene they ended on this week and with the spoilers we have for next week, I'm fearful that this relationship CAN be given a respectful and more importantly, believable closure from Clark's POV. As far as I'm concerned the PS3 are gonna have to pull one hell of a rabbit out of that hat. It would need to be so shiny white I'll need sunglasses to look at it and it may have to be tap-dancing and quoting Shakespeare before the last of my doubts are removed. Compelling viewing and there's no way in hell I won't tune in next week and the week after to watch for my talented rabbit, but right this second I really don't see how it's gonna be done any other way than at Clark's expense. It's just how I feel. I PRAY I'll feel differently next week...

So I gave a generous eight for all the Clark undercover/superhero progression/Chloe scene stuff. But the last Lana/Clark scene in particular ruined it for me. Can't say I'll be tempted out from under my duvet to watch it live next week either. Even if I DON'T have a bubonic case of the cold.

[DGirlLois4Clark]

I gave this episode a 7. What I really liked about it was that there was a lot of action scenes, and I love the gun fight, etc. Clark overall seemed stronger in this episode. I didn't see any insecurities which was a relief this time around. I loved Oliver's presence in this episode and how Tess picked him to bring down Luthercorp with her.

I'm still trying to figure out who Lana is supposed to be!!


Lana-Fu..............Expert of martial arts and military tactics!
Lana-RAM...........Computer extraordinaire who can type 60 WPM with one hand!
Lana-The Kid.......Expert gunslinger who can take whip out a gun faster than Doc Holiday
Lana-Do.............Wig or Extensions....take your pick!

The writers are trying to make it believable to the audience that Lana disappears for 7 months and becomes a "Master of Many"! In the end, I think we saw the "real" Lana, a common coffee clerk!:lol:

Anyhow, I enjoyed the fight scene with Tess. I kept saying "rip her wig off, Tess". In the end, Lana had to pull a weapon on her to control the fight.

What I didn't like was Clark's reaction to Lois' mention by Chloe, but I have to put my hats off to Chloe for sticking up for her cousin. I've always enjoyed Chloe's character, and this episode was no exception. I love how she "man-ups" to Clark!

The kiss at the end surprised me. I expected something completely different. I actually have a renewed hope for Clois now, because there was absolutely ZERO passion in that kiss, and I think when they pulled away both realized it, and for me it's especially important that Clark realizes it. I believe this is the beginning of the end! We knew they'd be an end, but definitely seeing the end here on SV.

Also, when Clark and Chloe were talking, it seemed that Clark was trying to convince himself that he was still in love with Lana. This is very different than what we've seen in the past.

:rotfl: Great post. I choose Lana-Fu?:lol::rolleyes:

[IcedSun]

giv it1 CAUSE this was the most boring epsoide eva

Agreed, couldnt wait until it finished god that was a long episode

[La Donna]

Oh my holy hell, I figured it out. Last year, KK makes the decision to leave Smallville after the seventh season ends. Al/Miles, realizing they can't woo her back, decide they must leave as well since Lana was the only character they wanted to write the show about. However, before they left, they added a clause in the contracts that should KK return for her five episodes, that they must be consulted on the story ideas for those episodes, and that certain events must take place: Lana and Clark must kiss x amount of times, Lana must tell Clark the world needs him x amount of times, at least one person per episode must express how perfect Lana is, Lana must be shown getting the upper hand against Lex or other villain, and Clark must make it clear that his happiness lies with Lana (and only with Lana).

So, perhaps the new showrunners did what they could for episodes 1-9, but had their hands tied due to the contract Al/Miles put in place for episodes 10-14. They had to include the "Lana" requirements, but still have tried to insert their own intentions to keep these episodes in line with season 8. Thus... we end up with an episode like Bulletproof, where there is many great themes, lines, set-ups and nods to the mythos, but also a nice little list of "Clana don't". ;)

And I don't blame KK, because she didn't like how Al/Miles treated her character any more than we mostly do. I don't even blame "Lana", because she has tried to push Clark away, talk him out of being with her, and staying away from him so that he can't be with her. So who do I blame: Any lingering odor of Al/Miles and the effects the writers have suffered from because of it, and within the story I blame Clark, who is the sexiest, most caring, and heroic ass-hat in the universe when it comes to his obsession with Lana.

[trh1976]

As an overall score, I give this episode a 7. I liked the tone of the show, the collaboration teaser given to us, and the the question Clark asked the cop partner he saved(it was near the end). But, like many of the episodes in this series, the audience still has to deal with clana. I absolutely hate Clana. This, in my opinion, has to end. They have to kill it before it spreads. How many times do the writers have to cram this down our throats.

Pros: Anything having to do with Clark and him moving forward with his destiny, his work as a reporter, and his crisis management.
Cons: Tess Mercer and Lana Lang. For the love of god, can we get beyond this already.
I guess my main beef is that I thought they were supposed to wrap up her storyline. The writers must get this guy to move on. Its been a culmination of 8 years, and they are clearly not destined to be together. Why oh why is now any different that the previous 8 years?

I understand that there are many fans who want this to happen. But for me, Lana is now a 3rd wheel character, more of a filler of time than a part of the mythos of Superman. And by the way, where the hell is Lois Lane in all of this. The pitbull reporter is nowhere to be found, especially with a story as juicy as the one Clark is covering. Remember, Chloe is healed, so she can look after Jimmy.
I cant stand the clana story line. It literally made me want to turn the tv off, because I know we are going to have to deal with this for 3-4 episodes before Clark realizes he cant be with her, must put the people of Metropolis/Earth before himself, and has "feeling" for Lois. If she took the time to send him a video of herself ending their relationship ala Whitney, then why would Clark simply fall madly back in love with her. AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Writers, please get this thing rolling without Lana.

I have spent a majority of this post complaining, but I want to hit some positives. Visually, the episode was incredible. They producers have really stepped up and made this show a visual work of art. The dialogue is great, and Oliver and John Jones make this episode work. These two are literally pulling Clark to open his eyes to what he needs to do. I look at them as the stones that sharpen the iron. They work hard at making sure Clark knows the world is not black and white. But ultimately, its Clark who softens them with his positive belief that people can walk away from the edge and redeem themselves. They all three need one another, each bringing something to the futue JLA table.

Hope everyone enjoys the future episodes as long as they are on. CW, keep this show on the air. Do whatever you can.

[iamcloisfan]

thank god 2 more episode and my nightmare would be over!

[La Donna]

Cloisthelegendbegins, I strongly agree with you! Great points, and you highlighted my fears, too.

[Fallen One]

Lana-Fu..............Expert of martial arts and military tactics!
Lana-RAM...........Computer extraordinaire who can type 60 WPM with one hand!
Lana-The Kid.......Expert gunslinger who can take whip out a gun faster than Doc Holiday
Lana-Do.............Wig or Extensions....take your pick!
Ha ha! And Lana-the dog face of death...Destroyer of all that is common sense and good storytelling.

And I've heard others say on other forums that the kiss came off as strange (that Clark had a blank look on his face at the end of it, as if he relealized the spark was gone). But I don't know. I really hope you are right Michelle. I can use all the optimism I can get. Good review!

Annie.. Annie.. Annie. *bows* Made of win art thou! Excellent review! I love to read a good rant and the last 2 minutes of this episode deserved one like never before. I finally saw the first Chlo-Lo from Chloe's side since.. Hydro? Too damn long. And I so agree. Bryan Miller needs to write more episodes.

Ah, this was some good reading. :D Thanks everyone.

[BadToad]

Annie, that was awesome. Can I just say "Ditto" and leave it at that? Why, yes, I can :D

I gave it a 5 for the Clark/Cop undercover storyline, Chloe showing the wisdom and maturity I'd so love to see in Clark, Tess, and the grey t-shirt. :)

[rainbowtrout]

I gave it a 1. That lefty cliche "cops are bad" storyline really dragged the ep down. If I was a policeman and some guy who had gunned my partner down was released, I would go after him, too.

Strangely, Lana and Tess were the only saving graces. Their fight wasn't badly done at all.

[FlashInSV]

Is this how it's going to be? Clark is willing to give everything up, just to go back to a state where he felt secure? Are you trying to tell me he moved on, got a proper job at the DP, started saving people on a bigger scale, acted more like a man - all of it happened to be simply discarded at the appearance of one Lana Lang?

Let me get this straight, so everytime Lana shows up in his life, he's going to do what? Give it all up, start questioning his half-hearted choices and in the end go back to lovesick-mode? If this was happening to any of our friends in real life, we would surely call the man pathetic.

One might say I'm paying too much attention to Clana, forgetting the rest of the episode. I wouldn't pay attention to it, had the writers not shoved it in my face!! And to top it all, Tess was admiring Lana? TESS? The same woman who takes no crap from anyone, who toys with everyone in her power to achieve her own purposes, Lex Luthor's protege, that Tess? Tess who enters every room like she owns every inanimate and animate object in it? (-great job by Cassidy Freeman btw)

I've said it before, on Legion, the writers seem to need to redeem Lana in the fans eyes and IMO, they're not doing a very good job.

[LuckyLois]

Okay, I'm going to try to make sense of some things in this episode that I had trouble with and apparently so did many of you.

Clark and Oliver fighting, again. I realize they don't always agree, but I thought they worked some of that out. I mean Clark didn't even know that Oliver tried to kill Lex unless Lana told him. I just don't understand the animosity, the writers should know we watch each week so I kinda feel like we missed something.

The opening scene in the hospital with Lana was an okay scene, but I just got a new puppy and the way Clark was looking at Lana reminded me of my 8 week old puppy. A very big, hot puppy, I was waiting for the angels to start singing, and the it all clicked!
Clark Kent does not give up on anybody, no matter how many times they hurt him, or how terrible things turn out! We should know that by now after Lex, Lionel, and well anybody else. It is enough to drive us all crazy, but I'm sure we have all experienced someone we knew who just could not let go of a relationship, kept getting hurt and yet going back for more. It is his very nature that causes him to be this way but, it never pleasant to watch someone go through it again.

I was so proud and impressed by Chloe. I love how she stuck up for Lois without ramming it down Clark's throat. It reminded me of how she talked to him in "BLANK".
I think we are perpusly being left in the dark about Clark's feelings. If he has feelings still for Lana, and he does, why is he tempted by Lois? More importantly, why is he not trying to apologize to Lois? At this point there isn't a good enough reason for Lois not to be around. The Clark Kent we all know would not look at Chloe like he didn't really have a clue as to what she was saying, after all he blames himself for stuff he can't control, how about the almost kiss? He should be feeling guilty now, and I don't see that ,and it doesn't make sense to me.

Tess was really good tonight, and now I see why she is merging Luthorcorp with Queen Industries. Revenge, Lex you may have met your match! Lana was never Lex's equal, not that that's a bad thing!!

Kristin was good in this episode but with her character Clark just isn't as interesting. Even the small part where Lois's name was mentioned, Clark's entire demeanor and facial expressions changed. Without him and Lois there is so little humor in the show, and it feels more natural.

Overall I'm just confused with Clark Kent. He seems like a different guy post Bride.

score 6

[Timester]

Is this how it's going to be? Clark is willing to give everything up, just to go back to a state where he felt secure? Are you trying to tell me he moved on, got a proper job at the DP, started saving people on a bigger scale, acted more like a man - all of it happened to be simply discarded at the appearance of one Lana Lang?

Discarded where? Quoting Clark: "Maybe hasn't to be all or nothing." How is that discarding the world?

[cloisthelegendbegins]

Cloisthelegendbegins, I strongly agree with you! Great points, and you highlighted my fears, too.

Thanks La Donna! And it's Annie - less typing ;)


Annie.. Annie.. Annie. *bows* Made of win art thou! Excellent review! I love to read a good rant and the last 2 minutes of this episode deserved one like never before. I finally saw the first Chlo-Lo from Chloe's side since.. Hydro? Too damn long. And I so agree. Bryan Miller needs to write more episodes.

Thanks hun! This week deserved a rant I felt. Can't WAIT for your review ;) The Chlo-Lo was MORE than welcome! I'm sick to death of watching two cousins on screen and being told how close they are but never shown it. It was a nice mirror I thought.

And HELL YES to Bryan Q Miller!!! Where in HELL has this guy been hiding??? I find it STUNNING to think these are his first two writing credits. If it hadn't been for that one damn line and the last scene I'd be doing the 'I'm not worthy' bows about now...


Annie, that was awesome. Can I just say "Ditto" and leave it at that? Why, yes, I can :D

I gave it a 5 for the Clark/Cop undercover storyline, Chloe showing the wisdom and maturity I'd so love to see in Clark, Tess, and the grey t-shirt. :)

Yes you can BadToad and coming from a poster whose opinion I respected even before I stopped lurking I take it as a MASSIVE compliment! Right now I can see Clark the superhero progressing, but Clark the love interest of Lois Lane in the back half of the season? Not so damn much. :(

Ahhhhh the grey t-shirt! Bless it's very existence. It just... well, it adds so much to a Clark scene I feel... aesthetically speaking. It almost deserves an appreciation society... ;)

[loistickyfingerz]

The return of Clana = boring.

"Hey, I've got a great idea! Let's let Clark regress a bit! Super good!"

I honestly fast-forwarded through some of it, mostly the Clana dribble. I almost didn't buy Clark still having feelings for Lana. He's made so much progress, I nearly felt like he would pull away from that kiss and one or both of them would look at each other strangely realizing their feelings for each other are not what they used to be.

[Kal-alien]

worst. episode. ever. (at least of this season anyway) I guess they can't all be good 21 episodes in a row though.

[STFanatic]

The main drawback for me was the "Corrupt cop" storyline.
Clark disguised as a cop was done in Lois & Clark once, I liked that part, but contrary to popular news reports, there are not many corrupt police persons out there, for every one discovered, there are a million & one outstanding police officers. Those are the real life Superheroes.

That aside, I liked the episode, I didn't love it, but I liked it.

I will say I did like the Tess speaking to the mirror scene, for one horrifying moment, I thought she was going to gouge her eyes out :eek: It was handled very well, and kudos to the acting in that scene.

[cloisthelegendbegins]

You know. It's just hit me what's missing in this show. Since Pa Kent died and Ma Kent disappeared off to Washington (Washington in the general vicinity of KANDOR that is) there has been no-one there to tell Clark he DOESN'T have to do everything. The balance is off. In a lot of the comics and books I've read and in LnC Ma and Pa Kent were the ones who eased his fears about being able to live up to what everyone else (including himself) thought he should be. And right now on Smallville there's NO-ONE doing that.

The only one who sometimes gives vague hints of it is Lois. Because she doesn't know what he can do. Everyone who DOES know at some point or another has been pushing him hard and making the decisions less his own. There's no balanced POV in Clark's life.

BadToad? What do you think?

It's just the more I think about this episode the more it highlights it for me...

In this episode we had Lana and The World Needs You, Ollie pushing, and even the MM speech was about the way they each approach doing what they do. Clark has to work things out on his own, absolutely he does, but where is that secondary character who gives him both sides so he can make his decisions from a balanced pov? Right now we have everyone pushing and a big part of Clark still resisting...

[Mickey_Bickey]

:rotfl: Great post. I choose Lana-Fu?:lol::rolleyes:


Thanks!!:rotfl:

I'll choose Lana-Be Gone!:lol:

[BadToad]

BadToad? What do you think?

Oh, I agree. I actually believe that this show lost tremendously when it lost Ma and Pa Kent, and its hurt Clark terribly because he no longer has those people in his life to talk to. Their role is not one that can be filled by Chloe, or Lana, or anyone else effectively. At least we haven't seen that on the show. And we really don't see Clark opening up and telling us what he feels like we did when they were still around.

[Mickey_Bickey]

Annie, nice review!! I had it up waiting to be read when I had a few minutes!

I just want to say I think that rabbit is standing right behind you!

The kiss was passionless, and the camera angle only showing them from the side was quite different than their other kisses. It's telling us there's a big old question mark above their heads! Also, with Chloe and Clark's conversation I saw that he was trying to almost "convince" himself that he should be in love with Lana still. The kiss sealed it for me.

The USS Clois is coming full steam ahead!

Oh, also, ITA agree about him mentioning being 14 again, but yet it was another way to show that this is all the past. It's an illusion. I think we are going to see Clark man up a little here with Lana finally.

Anyhow, again, nice post!!!

[lm1212]

WOW....I really don't know what to say!!!
The poll results are just all over the place....

I personally gave this episode an 8 after one watch. I am really enjoying the fact that the show in itself has matured so much. At one point, it felt like I was watching a movie...I loved it!

The only thing I could have done without is, of course, the Clana.
EEk!
You know what, it's not even the Clana really, its Clark!!!! Even though the show is maturing...Clark is just, not. It even seems like Lana is going to be the one to end their relationship, not him. He needs to grow the heck up and get over her!!!! Really, I know this story-line is irritating everyone.

BUT, no matter how irritating, we all know that it is coming to an end. Most people that gave this episode a 1-5 did it just for the last scene, but C'MON FOLKES, the show is still awesome. Don't give up on it.

[RunNakeDnECU]

I liked this ep. but im kinda over the whole clana thing, I think its time for the clois to take over. Esp after the way they looked at each other during the wedding.....

[double L]

Very weak episode. I would give it a 3. The ending was awful.

[starflower69]

I gave it a 1 and that's being generous. The whole episode was too Clana obsessed and it was either Lana and Clark, Tess and Lana, Chloe, Lana and Clark. The main point of the show was supposed to be about Clark going undercover. Even undercover, Clark was dragged down by Ollie and his hypocritical ranting. Do the writers of this show talk to each other? I am beginning to doubt it. This show is supposed to be about Clark moving inot his destiny and all I see each episode is Clark being held back by other characters. The only person in Smallville who seems to bring some light to their dialogue with Clark is Lois and as she isn't around.

[pizzahead2490]

worst episode of the season

[melissan02]

I gave this episode a 7. What I really liked about it was that there was a lot of action scenes, and I love the gun fight, etc. Clark overall seemed stronger in this episode. I didn't see any insecurities which was a relief this time around. I loved Oliver's presence in this episode and how Tess picked him to bring down Luthercorp with her.

I'm still trying to figure out who Lana is supposed to be!!


Lana-Fu..............Expert of martial arts and military tactics!
Lana-RAM...........Computer extraordinaire who can type 60 WPM with one hand!
Lana-The Kid.......Expert gunslinger who can take whip out a gun faster than Doc Holiday
Lana-Do.............Wig or Extensions....take your pick!

The writers are trying to make it believable to the audience that Lana disappears for 7 months and becomes a "Master of Many"! In the end, I think we saw the "real" Lana, a common coffee clerk!:lol:

Anyhow, I enjoyed the fight scene with Tess. I kept saying "rip her wig off, Tess". In the end, Lana had to pull a weapon on her to control the fight.

What I didn't like was Clark's reaction to Lois' mention by Chloe, but I have to put my hats off to Chloe for sticking up for her cousin. I've always enjoyed Chloe's character, and this episode was no exception. I love how she "man-ups" to Clark!

The kiss at the end surprised me. I expected something completely different. I actually have a renewed hope for Clois now, because there was absolutely ZERO passion in that kiss, and I think when they pulled away both realized it, and for me it's especially important that Clark realizes it. I believe this is the beginning of the end! We knew they'd be an end, but definitely seeing the end here on SV.

Also, when Clark and Chloe were talking, it seemed that Clark was trying to convince himself that he was still in love with Lana. This is very different than what we've seen in the past.:rotfl:Good one Mickey Bickey!!


For what it's worth, my choice wasn't on the list of "Lana-Who?" or I would have chosen....
Lana-Go the H*ll Away!!!!!:mad:;)




BTW, I gave the episode a 3....for the 3 minutes it took to ruin Clark there at the end trying to grasp at any Clana straw he could find!!!!

[cma_454]

I knew I should not have watched this episode. But, like a fool, I did.

No more!

I'll record the next two episodes, but I will not watch them until the season ends (maybe not then).

I want to keep watching Smallville, I really do. But one more like that and I don't think I could.

Time for a break, see you in March.

[HeartChakraBabe]

I rate it a 7. It was an okay episode; I liked the Superman-ly aspect, with Clark seeing the best in Danny and not giving up on him. The disagreements between Clark and Oliver were also interesting, as was the fight between Tess and Lana. Lana has certainly toughened up, and I was actually impressed with her. That is, in every scene where she was NOT with Clark. The relapse into Clanaville annoyed me to hell and back. IMO, the relationship is so old dinosaurs would be comfortable with it. I, on the other hand, can only sit and gape.

[candor]

this was a very boring episode accept for the green arrow action. give the martian manhunter his damn powers back or so help me i will mail the writers a box of poop.

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I rate it a 7. It was an okay episode; I liked the Superman-ly aspect, with Clark seeing the best in Danny and not giving up on him. The disagreements between Clark and Oliver were also interesting, as was the fight between Tess and Lana. Lana has certainly toughened up, and I was actually impressed with her. That is, in every scene where she was NOT with Clark. The relapse into Clanaville annoyed me to hell and back. IMO, the relationship is so old dinosaurs would be comfortable with it. I, on the other hand, can only sit and gape.
oh yeah the tess lana fight was suprisingly brutal.

[Tompouce]

I like this epi. It is true it is not the best...But I like the way we see the Clark's first steps as a hero without powers. I mean he successed to make a man go to the right way again because he was persuavive, he had faith. He used his powers to help but the most important was him as a human being. It is so great.
So I have noticed twice his face was shining...So amazing...(when Danny became good again). Literrally this man is shining...You are a sun, TW/Clark Kent;)
Well, for the kiss, it was a tender one for sure but not passionate. I think Clark and Lana needed to experiment their love, now they know they will always have tenderness for each other and THAT IS ALL...

[vyperman7]

worst episode of the season

I gotta disagree with you there. This wasn't the best episode of the season, but it was far from the worst. My choice for weakest episode would have to be Toxic because of the fact that they dedicated a whole episode to the origins of Green Arrow on a show that is supposed to be about Clark and his destiny. I also didn't care for Odyssey. In my opinion, it was the weakest premiere of the show.

Now even though I did not like the Clana aspect of the episode, which I assume is a big reason for your low score, the episode did have some redeeming qualities. The Chlark talk about Lois, some good action, Clark in an undercover role thinking about a dual identity, etc..

Toxic and Odyssey were far weaker than Bulletproof.


I like this epi. It is true it is not the best...But I like the way we see the Clark's first steps as a hero without powers.

Not completely without powers. He used his powers to subdue the guy that was going to shoot Dan, and he obviously made the bullet bounce off his chest near the end of the episode. However, I do agree that most of the episode was power free.

[Tompouce]

Oups : I voted a 7

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Not completely without powers. He used his powers to subdue the guy that was going to shoot Dan, and he obviously made the bullet bounce off his chest near the end of the episode. However, I do agree that most of the episode was power free.
I agree with you, as I said "he used his powers to help" but the most important was Clark as a human;)

[marikology]

The Clark Kent we all know would not look at Chloe like he didn't really have a clue as to what she was saying, after all he blames himself for stuff he can't control, how about the almost kiss? He should be feeling guilty now, and I don't see that ,and it doesn't make sense to me

Why should he feel guilty? He was caught up in a moment at the wedding. They didn't even kiss, and they've had no interaction since then. He's not leading her on or flirting with her IMO, which is what I think Chloe was talking about-- warning him beforehand in case it's headed in that direction. To me, he had no hesitation going to Lana and asking to try again, and he said himself he was too busy working to notice if he's turning heads, so I'm not really seeing any conflicting Clois feelings. JMO.

[LionelLuthor]

Grown up Smallville is good Smallville in my books.
Yeah, there was a Clana kiss- but it happened, moaning won't change anything and it was hardly good enough a reason to not like the episode.
Loved the 'one of us?' from Clark about the Martian manhunter- basically meaning he's part of the JLA now.

[geminis]

Loved! People just say they didnt because this episode doesnt have their ship.

Sounds like shipper talk. :lol: I'm a Clois fan and still watched the episode live and found parts to enjoy. Clark. Chlo-Lo. Martian Manhunter. Daniel Turpin. The little bit of Dr. Emil Hamilton. My memory for everything except languages is regrettably atrocious but if you read other reviews you'll find that people can still see the good without the ship aspects.

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I liked it. I had zero expectations, so that might have helped.

The good: Clark Kent, Clark Kent, Clark Kent... Oliver Queen, Dan Turpin and Martian Manhunter. Nice Chlark scene... but, really, Chloe why'd you leave your hubby? How far away is Star City, anyway?

The bad: Lana Lang being so great (thanks, Tess, for following the pattern on SV that all people must tell Lana how awesome she is the second they meet her). Lana-fu. Lana having to explain to Tess what's going on.

The ugly: The Clana kiss... I understand it's needed, but it wasn't pretty.

The so-so: The Tess scenes. She's just not growing on me and I'm not that interested in the whole "where is Lex" storyline. Everyone knows that MR is gone, so it kind of loses steam after awhile.

Very nice summation! And ITA.

[Alicia Chipy]

If I wanted to see KK as a superheroine, I will go see Street Fighter.I watch Smallville to see heroic Clark on his path to becoming Superman.
More could have been done with CKs interactions with Turpin and MM. THe Clana ending seemed forced.

[geminis]

*sings* Haaaaaaaaaallelujah!

I loved this episode. 10/10 most definitely. Oh this episode was wonderful. I did get a kick in the neck at the end but that's ok. I still loved the episode.

Clark, Clark and more Clark. Clark is the star of the show in this episode. I was glad to see MM again after so long. <3 Clark was immediately on the case trying to find out who shot MM, so much so that he didn't have time for a friendly coffee with Lana. It reminded me of Chloe's attempt at a friend date in "Prey."

I thought Chloe mourning her evil brainy powers was so funny. LOL! Also, she spoke up for Lois. Great mention of both Jimmy and Lois. I wondered how on earth Chloe planned on zipping back to Star City before Jimmy "woke up" but whatever. I wonder if she and Lois had a conversation about Clark while they were in Star City together. I wonder if Allison was directing during the filming of this episode.

Yay Green Arrow! I was very happy to see him again. He was a bit surly and accusatory and at odds with Clark at times but I loved it all.

The best thing about the episode was the story of the young police man who'd recently lost his partner. It reminded me a little of that episode... from Season 1 I think when Whitney busted his knee, fell in with the wrong crowd and got a Kryptonite tatoo. This episode was so much better than that and the cops were very well cast. Clark looks amazing in a police uniform and it was great to see him reconsidering the idea that he has to sacrifice his personal life to be a hero.

I loved EVERYTHING about this episode. LANA-FU! I did my Lana-fu dance after the fight scene with Tess. I felt a little sad that we haven't seen Clark fight anyone like that but whatever, it was awesome! I didn't even know I HAD a Lana-fu dance. LOL!

Tess Mercer had her obligatory Lana worship moment. But it was blessedly short. Lana uncovering the - whatever it was - in Tess' eye answered questions from "Bride" and was also really creepy and cool. It's nice to see that Lex trumped the creepiness of Lana spying on him with the Isis foundation. I like the vulnerability the revelation brought out in Tess. She seems to be a lot more interested in Oliver Queen now too. :D

I love how the story came full circle to Clark asking MM why he didn't ask for help before it was too late. Great scene. It foreshadowed the Justice League without being heavy handed.

Clana kick to the neck. LOL! I really didn't mind the kiss. I feel that it's the soaring Clana climax of KK's final episodes. They've reached a place of possibility. I love how, before the kiss, Clark is cheerfully nostalgic and Lana is not so happy to look back. I think it's a hint of why things won't work between them. Because of the lovely Lois mention, I'm not going to say anything about what this means for Clois. I'm just going to wait and see. Honestly, Clark was so strong in this episode, despite Lana being around that I found myself not minding the idea of Clana. I know... insanity. I'm sure it helps to know that there are only so many KK episodes left in the series. I'd probably be a little more upset if KK renewed her contract for Season 9. LOL! Even so, I enjoyed seeing Clark and Lana in the Talon.

Clark heavy, well written, well directed episode. They used all the characters wonderfully. They juggled everyone really well and it felt action packed and kept moving. Definitely one of my favorite episodes of the season.

Oh... There's a quote that I loved. The blonde cop guy says, "I'm just one man. What can one man do?" To me, this is the theme of Superman. I think my fave moment of the episode was when Clark Kent was looking down on the blonde cop guy making the right decision and breaking the cycle of corruption. Clark looked so proud, so jazzed so buzzed! Clark not only saves people, he empowers them to be better.

It actually made me think of this Superman comic book I read where this worn out boxer was being exploited. Clark dressed up as the guy and won the title when the men in power just wanted to see the guy lose to make money as a joke. Superman encourages people to believe in the power of one man standing for good. <3

Yay! :D

Being lazy; I agree with the bolded parts in particular. I'm reserving judgment until I see the episode again. It wasn't that lovely of a Lois mention, but I'm super happy that at least she wasn't totally forgotten. Chlo-Lo lives again!!!!! As for the Clana clinch, it wasn't pretty and I'm hoping to see Clark come to that realization next week. I did appreciate the Chlark-esque scene with Clana right out of Prey too. More of this!!

[geminis]

Well, well, well.... Where did this Smallville come from? It seemed different. It certainly had progress similar to the first 10 episodes of season 8, it had some flashbacks to season 6 and 7, but it also had a brand new feel with the scenery shots, attitude, and character definitions.

Intro, no Lois. I'm glad actually. I don't like false advertising. There were some pretty cool shots of the city, and it made it feel like a bigger show. We got continuity with the murders Davis committed in Bride. We know Clark's still investigating even though Chloe's safe. But, did anyone else notice how Clark wears this perpetually confused face whenever he talks with Lana?

Is it just me or did Clark look pissy when he was talking with Oliver in the hospital? It seems to me that whenever Clark is upset, he acts pissy. I thought Oliver was awesome in that scene. He didn't let Clark's attitude deter him, and he stood up to Clark about the guilt and teamwork lines.

Tess and Lana seem like they are close to making out. Tess says Lana has "presence", she's "stunning", she's "devious". I think they need to kiss. And, Isis needs security cameras or something. People are always just popping in uninvited.

I loved that Chloe mentioned Lois. I loved that Clark said "Lois is....", because, to me, that's perfect. Clark has always defined Lana, and that Lois is beyond his definition is a good sign. And Chloe catching on to how Clark and Lois feel makes sense, as she's very perceptive and she loves them both. Ya, Lois was mentioned!!! Ya, Chloe had Lois's back. And of course, Ya that Chloe isn't just ditching Jimmy in the hospital. I love it.

It was great that the cop said "Cops have rules, Capes don't", because to me, that's a great setup for the "vigilante justice" that some cops will have problems with when it comes to superheroes. I liked Danny, and I hope they have him and his family back. What a fantastic lead into Superman's relationship with the cops. I like that Clark defended the cop to Oliver, but he went overboard with his whole "justice and bending the rules" thing. Wasn't it opposite a few episodes ago, where Clark was mister fair and true justice, and Oliver was wanting to get even? Clark's lucky that Oliver remained by his side even after Clark's little outbursts. I love Oliver in this episode, and I hope we see more of him. I was afraid that his whole arc in mid-season with Olliver would center around Lana's story, so I like that he's been out on his own doing his Green Arrow thing.

FUDGE!!!! I just got to the end. Stupid, fudge sucking showrunners and writers!! I'm so glad it was recorded so that I didn't hand in the ratings. I want a ninth season, and I don't want Smallville to get cancelled, but it's the only way to register my disappointment with casting choices and scripts.

Okay, back to the review.

Poor Tess. I'm starting to like her a lot. I feel bad for her. I can't wait to see her journey of pay back. I like Oliver and Tess together. They have really good chemistry, and I like that Tess is going to use him in her take down of Lex. Looks like she has another itch that needs scratching.

I like the "Clark Kent Reporter" shout-outs throughout the episode. I didn't love that Clark was using his powers willy/nilly. There were times he could have used his powers but made it look like he didn't. Instead he used his powers and then just stood there.

I love MM and want him back. I was hoping he'd have his powers back at the end of this, but either way, I really want him back. I want MM and Olliver, and the brotherhood. How could Clark not want to be a part of that? It's crazy.

It was great that Clark asked the cop about his family and how he balances his life. When the cop asked him if he had someone who made it all worth it, I was so freaking excited when he got that adorable little smile on his face. I thought "I can't believe how awesome this is. He's totally thinking of Lois". I should have realized I'm an idiot who has no real clue how Smallville works. So what happened? The smile lead him to the talon and to Lana, where he asked her to be with him, and then he swooped on in for a kiss. And not a hot kiss, but a weird kiss. It actually looked like two 14 year olds who had never kissed before. Why oh why did they have to do this? To make it worse, they did this after Clark is called to task on his feelings for Lois and Lois's feelings for him. I guess Chloe's warning didn't mean anything, and Clark plans to slam Lois afterall. My heart is broken.

Don't come back Lois. You did the right thing by leaving. Meet someone in Star City. Clark's life is wrapped up in Lana, and Olliver has got some hot chemistry with Tess. Just stay in Star City, work on some stories to send in, and go out and have fun with some random guys. And then when you do come back, don't give Clark a chance. It's obvious now that if he gets together with you it's only because Lana rejected him and he can't have her. Please, don't stoop down to that level and be the leftovers. You can be single, you can be dating someone, you can be dating more than one someone, just not Clark Kent, the ex-boyfriend of Lana Lang. It would be great if in Hex, Clark discovers Lois has been out on dates with other people since she's been back. I'm not lucky enough to get that though.

Then the preview for next week... She's wearing a dress from the pictures released of the episode, and it's the same one she's wearing when she kisses Clark atop the DP, and when she says "we need to protect the world but not together". This worries me because it is the same scene when Clark drops to his knees. If this is because of Lana's rejection of him, I'll scream. I don't want it to be because she's leaving, because she's rejecting him, or even because he finds out she's dying. I had some hope that it would be because of kryptonite, but that seems impossible now. It's got to be because of something Lana says about her or about them as a couple.

There were so many things that made me happy in this episode, but some things that made me intensely unhappy. I guess I have to go with 6. It's too bad, because this episode has some great things, but they ruined too much with the Clana.

Again, being lazy, love/agree with the bolded bits. It did seem like a different show. Right from the beginning, seeing Jackie Chiles/John Jones, I said to myself, "this is why I continue to watch Smallville". Despite some things not really changing, *cough Clana* they throw curve balls some times.

Tess and Lana love; hmmm. I much prefer their break up fight to a make-out session.

The line with Turpin and the his opinion on capes was classic. He's much more pretty boy than the Dan Turpin I'm familiar with, but he's convinced me.

Clark using his powers was terrific; the scene in the alley where he rescues Turpin was almost right out of CR Superman rescuing Lois- when Clark opened his hand and looked at the bullet it gave me chills. And Danny boy's comment on Clark being on the track team, hee.

One thing I liked was that it seemed like there was more Clark and the boys than Clark and the girls. Oliver and Clark together have always been uneven; they flip flop like nobody's business. Bring back Martian Manhunter!!!!!

As for Clana, it definitely has me worried, but I'm still going to wait for next week. We'll see.

Patricia, terrific review.

[stenochick]

After rewatching Bulletproof, I have to say that I thought this was anything but filler. I think my problem with the Clana is not content - that was pretty good - but timing. All of this should have taken place in season 7. I think TPTB had plenty of time to end Clana before KK's movie. Then during season 8 they could have slowly shown Clois gorw. It makes Lois look like Clark's rebound girl after being dumped by Lana, then Lana returns, and Lois becomes the rebound girl for a second time. That is just not becoming for the man of steel, IMO.

[doomvskal86]

Not my favorite episode but did have some good refrences to team work on all sides and Tess' storyline just got very interesting.

[geminis]

After rewatching Bulletproof, I have to say that I thought this was anything but filler. I think my problem with the Clana is not content - that was pretty good - but timing. All of this should have taken place in season 7. I think TPTB had plenty of time to end Clana before KK's movie. Then during season 8 they could have slowly shown Clois grow. It makes Lois look like Clark's rebound girl after being dumped by Lana, then Lana returns, and Lois becomes the rebound girl for a second time. That is just not becoming for the man of steel, IMO.

You're right!

Annie, Mickey Bickey, super super reviews. I don't want to be too excessive with the quoting, so let me just say bravo. Can't wait for Cedric's review and can't wait for Lois. Give 'em heck!!!!!

I think I'm going to go ahead and say 7. Minus 2 as always for no Lois and - 1 for the Clana ending. I'm looking forward to the plus of the Clana ending forever in two weeks.

[Tompouce]

LOOOL Ann, "the Clana ending FOREVER". I like the way it is said;)

[LuckyLois]

I have watched this episode several times now and what is with the special effects? They were so lame, or non-existant! Is it just me or what? Do they just have sound effects now? Damn the CW!

[Bizarrolover]

I really liked this episode, I think it had a lot of action, exterior shots, clark in a uniform (yummy) and sound Chloe advice. I understand what they are trying to do with Lana but they are trying to make her look so perfect and versatile that she's starting to sound fake.

[sarcami]

Some parts were good, some were bad and some parts were just plain ugly

[Vindellavon]

Most despicable episode of the season. AlMiles, is that you up there?

[Fly by guy]

I enjoyed the Tess/Lana smackie. Not enough hair pulling or buckets of water but I digress. It was GREAT to see Lana not needing Clark to save her. Two thumbs and a pinkie up for her.
I didn't care for the kid playing cop, the scenes seemed too contrived and were boring.
Did ANYONE really think he would shoot Ollie?
What did interest me was the manhunter getting shot. Since Clark is responsible for his vulnerability, how will HE restore MM's powers.
Too bad Lois is awol, a little Chloe, Lana, and Lois time would have boosted this eppy onward and upward. However it landed a little flat.JMO.

[KalEltheBoyscout]

I loved it! I was surprised how much I liked Danny Turpin. I hope he returns one day. Although I admit, I was hoping for more John Jones screentime, but you can't have it your way all the time (except when you're in Burger King).

[meteorfreak219]

it was good, but not great like the rest of this season has been so far. kinda pointless but ooooh my gooodnesss TW & JH are such cutie :)

[Jaderoyale]

Well. When Thursday comes it means only one thing. New episode of Smallville time. Unless of course its during the hiatus, when it simply means madness enthusing everywhere. But alas, no hiatus right now.

After Legion last week i was on such a high. Whether you could tell that or not throughout my review i'm not sure :lol:. I was left wondering afterwards, technically Legion has closed the storyline of Chloiac and we're moving onto a new arc slightly. And that arc starts with Bulletproof. I'm scared. I'm tense. We've seen the trailer and that... that kiss. My expectations are all over the place. Yes, we're going to get Clark undercover and investigating. But we're also getting what seems to be a Clana kiss, a revisitation. Noone knows yet what the rest of the episode holds. I need to attempt to put my dislike for Clana aside. Though i don't think i'm mentally stable enough for that. But. I am prepared to watch the episode. For the sake of mankind.

And we're off.
"Previously on Smallville," - heavens above, a montage. As you know, i am a sucker for the good old montage. Dectective John Jones. Right. Green Arrow. Lana. Tess. Clark. Theres the episode outline i'm guessing.
Straight into a car chase. I forgot how much i love Martian Manhunter. Do you have a 20 on his suspect though? As if he just drove straight at him. Thats what i call fearless. Powers or no powers. Oh yes cause every villain in Metropolis has a good right hook. No match for the obvious years on MM though. Three counts of murder. Whoa. Who'd he kill?
WHOA. Hang on. Who shot him. WHAT. A fellow officer? Whoa. Okay..... Metropolis general. Of course. OH HELLO CLARK. Well. Tom, as usual you are looking HANDSOME. Oh Lana. Ha, sorry. He forgot the coffee after work. Applause. Yes Lana, shirt and tie. Did you not notice that at the wedding?
"You've become the man that i've always know you could be," - BACK UP A SECOND. Lana. Saeriously woman. In the first 3 seasons you were angry with Clark and wanted him to be honest with you and just basically, have sex with you (Hello, Solitude). Massive U-Turn eh? Clark do not fall for it. And it looks like he has. I'll try and forget that. In comes MM, oooooh they're loosing him. Clark looks like hes going to wet himself.

Opening credits. I will NEVER tire of these. SOMEBODY SAAAAAVE MEEEEE. Okay. Oh hello. Oliver. On patrol. Martian. Hahaha, did you see Clarks face? He was like, how do you knowwww? Oh. OH. Is that a slight little Justice League era there? Jones has got Oliver out of scrapes. Why does Oliver seem ansty towards Clark? Whats Clark done now? Hmmmm. This scene has confused me.

Luthor mansion. Tess doing ikedo. Oh. Lana. How does she know that? Oh right i forgot she learnt to defend herself in S2 and then did nothing about it until Bride where she somehow flew into the air and kicked Oliver in the back. The enigmatic Lana Lang? Oh god. Honour? My attention span is slipping already. They've given Tess the Lana praise. Oh gosh, Lana's done some research on Tess. Hmmm. Yes we know Lex is alive. Okay what was that in her bag? I must be honest. I liked this scene.

Hello Isis. I like that Chloe's obviously visiting Jimmy. Chloe's missing the Brainiac ability. Oh. Lois mention. See, now this is odd. I feel weird with Chloe slightly pimping Lois. OH YES CHLOE. I'm sorry. I loved that line. "I understand the need for closure Clark. Just promise you're not going to slam my cousin in the door,". That, was a good line. TAKE NOTE CLARK. Though he sadly seems oblivous to Lois' feelings. God Clark. Wearing your Lana coloured glasses? Yes Clark is an inside job. Oh thats right. Proactive Clark. Good good good. HE DID IT. Danny. I dunno. Haha. Oh. Again, Tom is looking GOOD.

He's freaking me out. This Danny guy. He's odd. He obviously doesn't like anyone else doing "his" work it seems. Shoot him. Go on. Obviously Clark will save him. And there we go.

I loosing my attention span during this. I don't know why. Isis. Lana by any chance? Who on earth is she talking to!? Barbeque. Urgh. I'm a vegetarian, any sign of meat makes me slightly squeamish. The red and blue blur!! Aw, Clarks face. Oh! I've only just noticed that he's using the alias of Joe. The name Jor-El used when he visited earth. Nice touch. Okay. Maybe it wasn't Danny. Aw what a shame he lost his partner. I'm being sincere. Change in music. Mention of Jones. Lone wolf like Jones eh? So he was an outsider. Figures. I bet they never even bothered to talk to him. I don't like him. Whats his name? He's dodgy. Hang on. Is his alias last name Fordman? As in homage to Whitney? My eyes going to start twitching. I did not like Whitney.

Isis. I like Lana's coat. Did she have that last season? Oh well, least its not pink. Oh look Tess. Tense. Stunning and devious. Oh Tess, i have always liked you. OH! After all my moaning last season, we get a mention of the "miscarraige". IS THAT A GUN?! TESS!!! SHOOT HER!! Sorry. Okay. WHOA. Here comes the Lana Fu. WHOOOOOOOOOA. That was pretty shocking. CAT FIGHT. You know. If Lana hadn't have done a random roll on the floor to the gun, Tess would have kicked her butt.

Whoa. Corrupt cops it seems. Oh dear. Ah. Arrows. It means only one thing. Justin in ridiculously tight green leather. AS IF HE SHOT AT CLARK. Oh, he didn't know it was him. Out of here. And he's gone.
Back to Isis. WHOA. Tess is basically a human camera then? Crikey. Aw, i kind of feel sorry for her man. She's obviously been devoted to him since he "saved her" and in typical Luthor fashion he betrayed that and turned her into a human camera. Booo.

Course Jones was onto them Clark. And we're at the barn. That scene at the hospital was pointless. Hello Oliver. He seems very angry this episode. He's annoying me. Hello Oliver. Remember 2 episodes ago? You tried to kill who you thought was Lex? Yes i get corrupt cops aren't too good, but i'm not feeling your ethics right now.
AS IF HE SET CLARK UP. Am i the only person that can just tell Clark knew that was coming? He didn't seem bothered when he got arrested.

Someones got to be bait. Poor guy. Man. Theres something different about Green Arrow. Maybe its because i'm annoyed with Oliver this episode. OKay pep talk. Good good. Okay. WHATS HIS NAME!? The one that just shot at Danny. I haven't really been paying attention to him because he freaks me out. OH!! Clark out of car. Hes going to here about Green Arrow. Yup there it is. Off you speed. And he's gone. Ooooooh. I liked that shot. Of the red and blue in front of the camera lens.
Man. Again Tom is looking HANDSOME. I'm sorry i've said that alot. Clark are you actually going to stand there and let him shoot you? And he did. Blame a vest? Yes. Good man. And Danny has reformed.

Hello JOHN! I'm glad your alive. Oh Clark and Oliver. Oh. Its like a mini Justice League. Oh i miss Bart. Brotherhood. Squeal. I liked this scene.

Luthor mansion. Tess looks like a broken woman. All thanks to Lana. Well not really. Oh. Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. In comes Oliver. Look at his little smile. I do love his misbelieving laugh. Oh Tess, have you got another itch you need scratching?

Danny again. Now his kids dressed as Green Arrow. No... Robin Hood. Same thing. Oh god don't. No he doesn't Danny. Noone makes it worth it. HE HAS HIMSELF.

Talon. Oh no. I forgot about it. Its coming isn't it. Why is Lana always shown as innocent. 14 again? Oh gosh. No Clark. NOOOOO. This is tense. My eyes twitching. Oh no. No. No. No. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. I'm going to throw something. I have to make it stop.
What. Thats the end?!

Okay.
Right.
Thoughts overall.
I enjoyed Clark being proactive. Using his mind for once and throwing himself in there. As per usual Tom was magnificent and i can really see how much he's enjoying playing Clark compared to last season, which is great. Just the last scene. Why did you let it happen Tom? WHY?!

Oliver... something about him was off for me. I don't know what. I think it was his whole speech to Clark, when he was basically explaining what Clark was thinking, in a different way. Really, it was to show how far apart Oliver and Clark have grown since Oliver found out about his parents. Fsair enough they weren't entirely team players togethe before, but they had each others backs and they need to get that back again.

I was shocked at the lack of Chloe. Then again. AM is directing Power, so thats understandable. Her Lois pimping? I'll admit i was excited, but it was extremley unnessacry, it painted Clark in a bad light the way she just shot it at him.


Tess. Well. I love her. I really do. She's been scorned by Lex now. I only ask PS3 not to put her down the same scorned path as Lana. I don't want that for Tess. Cassidy plays her brilliantly, she's great.

I do love having KK back. I like her as an actress. Her Lana Fu scene with Cassidy was rather entertaining. HOWEVER. I do not like Lana. End of. Nothing more.

The actor playing Danny Turpin was great. He really showed the confusion of being torn between two sides. I did like the whole corrupt cops side. It showed Clark that while the majority of Metropolis love the heroes that save them, some of the cops don't and feel like their work is being underminded. Was a good message.


I cannot forgive PS3 for what seems to be, the return of Clana.
Forgive me for going all shipper here but... 8 YEARS NOW. NO MORE. I just have this horrible feeling that she's going to dump him again and he's going to just "settle for Lois,". That is NOT the way it happens. Lana was meant to be his high school love. Forgive me if i'm wrong but is Clark not 21/22 now? High school ended 4 SEASONS AGO. Thus should have the Clana. The fact they ended on that scene has angered me. They should have eneded on Tess.

I really don't know how to rate this.
If i forgot about the Clana it would be higher. But i can't. The whole Clana at the end has dropped the episode down for me. I should enjoy the whole episode and not selective scenes like i did this one. I guess you could say i'm being entirely anti Clana about this. BUT WHO ISN'T?
Its been too long. Lana should be back for Clark to see that he doesn't need her anymore. He doesn't need to kiss face with her in The Talon in a reminscent time of S2.

They could have had MM in the episode so much more. Phil Morris is a phenominal actor, to waste his abilities on those two scenes was ridiculous. Yes, they were good scenes. But he could have had something ALOT better. And give him his powers back already. The scene with Lana in Isis talking on the phone or whatever to whoever was completely useless and could have been a completely different scene all together.

Its an 7/10 from me i'm afraid :(


No i'm dreading next week entriely.
We've seen the promo shots. Theres the talk of the DC. This time both my eyes are going to twitch.
I'm only interested in it being AM's directing debue. I don't think i'll survive through the rest of the episode.

[Loisdragon]

Someboday SAVE ME.. I love the opening too.



Metropolis general. Of course. OH HELLO CLARK. Well. Tom, as usual you are looking HANDSOME.

LFMAO. i dont know it just funny.

[Slimgoodi17]

I gave it a '7', but for all episodes of Smallville that I don't absolutely LOVE, I always give a '7'. I liked the episode, but it felt like a filler. I've never been opposed to Clana, so that's not a big complaint of mine, THOUGH I am bothered by the fact Lana will be leaving soon and Clark will then probably jump on that Lois waggon. Like wtf? How is that POSSIBLY going to leave a good taste in anyone's mouth?! Anyway, I want Lois back! And more Chloe! More Ollie too! Lana's time is winding....Clark needs to give up on wearing blue and red for the rest of the season.

[batfinx]

I gave it a 7. I like the new guy's writing style. He kept two story lines going without sacrificing the integrity of either. The fight was good, but why hasn't Clark had some good action fighting? One punch with Doomsday and he's out of it and doesn't even fight back with Persuader. Both times he had to be rescued. I deducted a point for Lana being too Mary Sue-like. She was way too confident at everything. People may take a dig at Chloe now again for all the deus ex machina moves she makes, but she has one field of expertise and as good as she is at it, she sometimes fails and she often shows fear. Those things were missing with Lana. Ms Lang was way too perfect to be believable, or even human.

I deducted another point for MM not being more integral to the plot. He's in so few episodes, I would've liked to have seen more of him. And of course the last point deduction was for Clark running back to Lana. Even if he's brushed off the Bizarro stuff, or Lana turning to Lex, or even Lana having Lionel kidnapped, those are hard for me to forget. He just seems whipped. Three deductions so 7/10.

[quietone]

EVERYONE - INCLUDING CLARK (and bottom line is it should be Clark who takes the credit for who he is - the same as we all do) has HELPED shape the man who becomes Superman. It smacks of setting Lana up as the heroine of the piece and I'm all for her having her PLACE in the history of Clark Kent but I'm not happy with her being Mother Theresa, Helen Of Troy, Joan of Arc, Guinevere and bloody Elektra all rolled into one.

HA! Annie I love your review and this statement speaks to why I'm so irritated with Lana's return and the resurrection of Clana. Ma and Pa Kent, Chloe, Pete, and the Luthors have all played a part in Clark's journey towards becoming Superman but apparently tptb view Lana as the supreme being in this regard.

I gave this episode a 6. The cop storyline was decent, Tess returned, and I love the Martian Manhunter but there was too much Lana and Clark regressed at the end which I hate.

[Spirit Detective]

I love the martian keychain shown in the beginning of the episode.

[IloveTOM]

I have to say Clark looked hot with AGAIN that tight grew shirt, same from identity :) hehe

I was thinking the same thing! SO nice.

[geminis]

LOOOL Ann, "the Clana ending FOREVER". I like the way it is said;)

Me too. I said it deliberately, but forgot to bold it. :lol:

[All about Clark]

I gave it a 7. And I agree with the one that said there was the good, bad, and the ugly. I really thought this episode was boring and one of the worst of the season. The whole Lana/Clana is so old. I don't understand how Clark can still love Lana when she fully admits she's not sticking around. Why on Earth does he let his emotions go out of control for her. I also rather didn't like his response when Chloe mentioned Lois. Like in Lois being a second place kind of thing. He's ad idiot to still be into her when she repeatedly exits out of his life.

Eh, I could only hope next week is better, however, Lana will be in it and that's not something to look forward to. Can't wait for Lois' return.

[skully]

Just watched the epi. A bit fillerish but had plenty of action.

Liked the Clois call-out, the JLA bonding and the excellent evil Lex twist with the nano-transmitter hardwired to Tess's optic nerve.

Not sure why the writers saw the need to temporarily reignite Clana given we all know Lana is leaving. Maybe it's to heighten the impact of the true ignition of Clois in later episodes.

I gave Bulletproof an 8 out of 10.

[alejandrita439]

i loved your review Jade :D
agree with you in all of your review...

[geminis]

Well. When Thursday comes it means only one thing. New episode of Smallville time. Unless of course its during the hiatus, when it simply means madness enthusing everywhere. But alas, no hiatus right now.

After Legion last week i was on such a high. Whether you could tell that or not throughout my review i'm not sure :lol:. I was left wondering afterwards, technically Legion has closed the storyline of Chloiac and we're moving onto a new arc slightly. And that arc starts with Bulletproof. I'm scared. I'm tense. We've seen the trailer and that... that kiss. My expectations are all over the place. Yes, we're going to get Clark undercover and investigating. But we're also getting what seems to be a Clana kiss, a revisitation. Noone knows yet what the rest of the episode holds. I need to attempt to put my dislike for Clana aside. Though i don't think i'm mentally stable enough for that. But. I am prepared to watch the episode. For the sake of mankind.

And we're off.
"Previously on Smallville," - heavens above, a montage. As you know, i am a sucker for the good old montage. Dectective John Jones. Right. Green Arrow. Lana. Tess. Clark. Theres the episode outline i'm guessing.
Straight into a car chase. I forgot how much i love Martian Manhunter. Do you have a 20 on his suspect though? As if he just drove straight at him. Thats what i call fearless. Powers or no powers. Oh yes cause every villain in Metropolis has a good right hook. No match for the obvious years on MM though. Three counts of murder. Whoa. Who'd he kill?
WHOA. Hang on. Who shot him. WHAT. A fellow officer? Whoa. Okay..... Metropolis general. Of course. OH HELLO CLARK. Well. Tom, as usual you are looking HANDSOME. Oh Lana. Ha, sorry. He forgot the coffee after work. Applause. Yes Lana, shirt and tie. Did you not notice that at the wedding?
"You've become the man that i've always know you could be," - BACK UP A SECOND. Lana. Saeriously woman. In the first 3 seasons you were angry with Clark and wanted him to be honest with you and just basically, have sex with you (Hello, Solitude). Massive U-Turn eh? Clark do not fall for it. And it looks like he has. I'll try and forget that. In comes MM, oooooh they're loosing him. Clark looks like hes going to wet himself.

Opening credits. I will NEVER tire of these. SOMEBODY SAAAAAVE MEEEEE. Okay. Oh hello. Oliver. On patrol. Martian. Hahaha, did you see Clarks face? He was like, how do you knowwww? Oh. OH. Is that a slight little Justice League era there? Jones has got Oliver out of scrapes. Why does Oliver seem ansty towards Clark? Whats Clark done now? Hmmmm. This scene has confused me.

Luthor mansion. Tess doing ikedo. Oh. Lana. How does she know that? Oh right i forgot she learnt to defend herself in S2 and then did nothing about it until Bride where she somehow flew into the air and kicked Oliver in the back. The enigmatic Lana Lang? Oh god. Honour? My attention span is slipping already. They've given Tess the Lana praise. Oh gosh, Lana's done some research on Tess. Hmmm. Yes we know Lex is alive. Okay what was that in her bag? I must be honest. I liked this scene.

Hello Isis. I like that Chloe's obviously visiting Jimmy. Chloe's missing the Brainiac ability. Oh. Lois mention. See, now this is odd. I feel weird with Chloe slightly pimping Lois. OH YES CHLOE. I'm sorry. I loved that line. "I understand the need for closure Clark. Just promise you're not going to slam my cousin in the door,". That, was a good line. TAKE NOTE CLARK. Though he sadly seems oblivous to Lois' feelings. God Clark. Wearing your Lana coloured glasses? Yes Clark is an inside job. Oh thats right. Proactive Clark. Good good good. HE DID IT. Danny. I dunno. Haha. Oh. Again, Tom is looking GOOD.

He's freaking me out. This Danny guy. He's odd. He obviously doesn't like anyone else doing "his" work it seems. Shoot him. Go on. Obviously Clark will save him. And there we go.

I loosing my attention span during this. I don't know why. Isis. Lana by any chance? Who on earth is she talking to!? Barbeque. Urgh. I'm a vegetarian, any sign of meat makes me slightly squeamish. The red and blue blur!! Aw, Clarks face. Oh! I've only just noticed that he's using the alias of Joe. The name Jor-El used when he visited earth. Nice touch. Okay. Maybe it wasn't Danny. Aw what a shame he lost his partner. I'm being sincere. Change in music. Mention of Jones. Lone wolf like Jones eh? So he was an outsider. Figures. I bet they never even bothered to talk to him. I don't like him. Whats his name? He's dodgy. Hang on. Is his alias last name Fordman? As in homage to Whitney? My eyes going to start twitching. I did not like Whitney.

Isis. I like Lana's coat. Did she have that last season? Oh well, least its not pink. Oh look Tess. Tense. Stunning and devious. Oh Tess, i have always liked you. OH! After all my moaning last season, we get a mention of the "miscarraige". IS THAT A GUN?! TESS!!! SHOOT HER!! Sorry. Okay. WHOA. Here comes the Lana Fu. WHOOOOOOOOOA. That was pretty shocking. CAT FIGHT. You know. If Lana hadn't have done a random roll on the floor to the gun, Tess would have kicked her butt.

Whoa. Corrupt cops it seems. Oh dear. Ah. Arrows. It means only one thing. Justin in ridiculously tight green leather. AS IF HE SHOT AT CLARK. Oh, he didn't know it was him. Out of here. And he's gone.
Back to Isis. WHOA. Tess is basically a human camera then? Crikey. Aw, i kind of feel sorry for her man. She's obviously been devoted to him since he "saved her" and in typical Luthor fashion he betrayed that and turned her into a human camera. Booo.

Course Jones was onto them Clark. And we're at the barn. That scene at the hospital was pointless. Hello Oliver. He seems very angry this episode. He's annoying me. Hello Oliver. Remember 2 episodes ago? You tried to kill who you thought was Lex? Yes i get corrupt cops aren't too good, but i'm not feeling your ethics right now.
AS IF HE SET CLARK UP. Am i the only person that can just tell Clark knew that was coming? He didn't seem bothered when he got arrested.

Someones got to be bait. Poor guy. Man. Theres something different about Green Arrow. Maybe its because i'm annoyed with Oliver this episode. OKay pep talk. Good good. Okay. WHATS HIS NAME!? The one that just shot at Danny. I haven't really been paying attention to him because he freaks me out. OH!! Clark out of car. Hes going to here about Green Arrow. Yup there it is. Off you speed. And he's gone. Ooooooh. I liked that shot. Of the red and blue in front of the camera lens.
Man. Again Tom is looking HANDSOME. I'm sorry i've said that alot. Clark are you actually going to stand there and let him shoot you? And he did. Blame a vest? Yes. Good man. And Danny has reformed.

Hello JOHN! I'm glad your alive. Oh Clark and Oliver. Oh. Its like a mini Justice League. Oh i miss Bart. Brotherhood. Squeal. I liked this scene.

Luthor mansion. Tess looks like a broken woman. All thanks to Lana. Well not really. Oh. Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. In comes Oliver. Look at his little smile. I do love his misbelieving laugh. Oh Tess, have you got another itch you need scratching?

Danny again. Now his kids dressed as Green Arrow. No... Robin Hood. Same thing. Oh god don't. No he doesn't Danny. Noone makes it worth it. HE HAS HIMSELF.

Talon. Oh no. I forgot about it. Its coming isn't it. Why is Lana always shown as innocent. 14 again? Oh gosh. No Clark. NOOOOO. This is tense. My eyes twitching. Oh no. No. No. No. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. I'm going to throw something. I have to make it stop.
What. Thats the end?!

Okay.
Right.
Thoughts overall.
I enjoyed Clark being proactive. Using his mind for once and throwing himself in there. As per usual Tom was magnificent and i can really see how much he's enjoying playing Clark compared to last season, which is great.
Oliver... something about him was off for me. I don't know what.
I was shocked at the lack of Chloe. Then again. AM is directing Power, so thats understandable.
I would have liked to have seen more MM though.

Tess. Well. I love her. I really do. She's been scorned by Lex now. I only ask PS3 not to put her down the same scorned path as Lana. I don't want that for Tess. Cassidy plays her brilliantly, she's great.

I do love having KK back. Her Lana Fu scene with Cassidy was rather entertaining actually.
The actor playing Danny Turpin was great. He really showed the confusion of being torn between two sides. I did like the whole corrupt cops side. It showed Clark that while the majority of Metropolis love the heroes that save them, some of the cops don't and feel like their work is being underminded. Was a good message.

HOWEVER.
I cannot forgive PS3 for what sees to be, the return of Clana.
Forgive me for going all shipper here but... 8 YEARS NOW. NO MORE. I just have this horrible feeling that she's going to dump him again and he's going to just "settle for Lois,". That is NOT the way it happens. Lana was meant to be his high school love. Forgive me if i'm wrong but is Clark not 21/22 now? High school ended 4 SEASONS AGO. Thus should have the Clana. The fact they ended on that scene has angered me. They should have eneded on Tess.

I really don't know how to rate this.
If i forgot about the Clana it would be higher. But i can't. The whole Clana at the end has dropped the episode down for me. I should enjoy the whole episode and not selective scenes like i did this one.
They could have had MM in the episode so much more. Phil Morris is a phenominal actor, to waste his abilities on those two scenes was ridiculous. Yes, they were good scenes. But he could have had something ALOT better. And give him his powers back already.
Its an 7/10 from me i'm afraid :(

Hooray! Awesome Jade blow by blow!

Gotta love Martian Manhunter helping Oliver out, yes? And thank you for reminding me about the Joe reference; that was bugging me. I don't remember, is Clark's middle name Joseph here on Smallville; I think it might have been changed but don't remember. The DC Comics Encyclopedia lists his name as Clark Joseph Kent, in any case. Point to you for bringing up Bart, too; the love affair continues. :) But you are also right, Clark/Tom is looking mighty fine and so was Phil Morris. More MM please!!! With powers!!!

That was definitely a WHAT??? ending. But what I liked about it was exactly that: it ended. ;) :lol:

[dezperado]

Overall, a good episode, although that terrible ending just about qualifies this as the worst episode of the season. I don't get it. How much closure does someone need to figure out it is completely OVER. I thought we were past this. That whole last scene didn't make any sense. Why of all places would Clark up and go to the Talon in the middle of the night for not being able to sleep? I mean I get that Clark is trying to find a balance, but it takes credit away from the progress that was made last week in "Legion." This episode had some high points to it, but that ending came right outta season 5 and makes the rest of the episode not really worth discussing. (Except maybe the "merger" between Tess and Oliver.) No wonder we're not sure if season 9 will happen. If Clark can't Man-up and quit being a b!tch about it, maybe I don't want a season 9. Sadly, I gave this episode a 4/10.

[Jill]

I gave it a 6, and I was just being nice...
I enjoyed some parts of the episode, but after Legion, this is just a fillerish

WHAT I LIKED:

-I thought they gave an interesting twist on the whole Lex/Tess storyline...
I liked Tess's reaction, specially the "SON OF A...YOU KNOW WHAT..." line.
Hmmm I have to admit, I enjoyed the little fight between the girls (Tess/Lana), I was like: "Catfight? alright..." :lol: Lana has learned some new moves, apparently...or maybe she has been watching "Precipice" way too many times...LOL.
Clark in an uniform? Nice.

WHAT I DISLIKED:

-As I was watching the episode I felt just as I was watching "Third Watch" or something.
Action packed? Sure, that was great, can't complain, but this is Smallville, Superman is coming, and this kind of storyline is good, but it didn't fit in this show.
I HATED that Chloe was on for 2 seconds only, yeah, I know that must have been due to her directing next's week episode, but still, it's not the same without her.
Although I have to say that, from what I could see, Chloe is back being Clark's personal search engine...I didn't like that AT ALL! I mean, if that is, I'd rather see Chloiac again...
And last, but not least, the Clana ending was all I needed left to totally hate this episode.
It was too cheesy, and the kiss coming from Clark? C'mmon! Man, you HAVE to get over her! There was no emotion at all in that kiss, and according to some people here, Clark looked kinda confused after that kiss....
I know some Clana fans are so gonna hate me, but that's just my opinion, for me, the Clana kiss was not necessary. And the way it ended? I was like: "Okeeey, now what?"...

That's only my opinion of the episode, and the way I see it.
I'm sure a lot of people might have liked it, but I didn't. It was a very poor episode compared to last week's.
It was just OK, no biggie.

A 6 for me.

[marcella]

The episode had MM,Dan Turpin,the cops plot and Clark undercover some of the great points.Brian Q. Miller did a great job. But Lois' absence and the Clana kiss makes me give 9 instead of 10

[Tatiana]

I think most people feel disappointed because of the kiss, everything else was mostly very good, at least that's the way I feel and what I get from the different posts

[fan of the man]

I downloaded this episode and went back to view it over again. Man OH man this episode was rich, I didn't realize it during the tv viewing, but when I had the time to view it without commericals, you can see the story lines that they are preparing, 1 team work, (Justice League, the Planet, Law enforcement ect.) 2 Chloe the protector of Lois' heart (Clark you better get your act together), 3Mercy and Oliver "merger", 4 Lana's secret, 5 Lana and Clarks intimate relationship ends with reality that it wasn't meant to be. This wasn't a great episode but it was a good filler to set the stage for the remaining episodes of season eight. I can't wait until next week

[BadToad]

You know what would be interesting? If we had a poll that askes people to rate this episode without the last scene. I wonder how different the numbers would look.

[Cali978]

to be honest... i really didnt like this episode. and no, its not only because of clana but also because of the episode itself, it just wasnt doing it for me.

[shark87]

BadToad -> you are so right. I actually liked it more than Legion. Iven though it was a filler episode, was really well made and i was surprised when i saw so much negativity about it. Ok, i understand you guys didn't like the end, but rating it with 4 or 5 or iven 1??? Despite all that... I think this kind of storylines are way better that stories with fictional characters with powers. You know, when i was watching last week this Legion episode it felt more like i was waching a cartoon. It wasn't boring, but too fantastic. On the other hand this one was mush more realistic, it contained action, that conversation between Lana and Tess gave me chills, and it was absolutely not boring. About the last scene: i feel very interesting what will Clark do whan Lois comes back. I thing that confrontation between them will show him the right way... we will see, and i can not wait! Just be patient, believe in new writers! They know exactly what you want, but they had to do it on their way to keep interest. If they showed everything what you want they woldn't have anything more to show.... Anyway i give it 9/10:p
Sorry for bad english btw

[alejandrita439]

i rewatch the episode, and i like it more than the fist time... :)

[faz]

Definitely one of the weaker episodes of the season, but that's not saying much since this season so far has been stellar. Overall I still really enjoyed it and had only one complaint - WHERE THE HELL WAS EMIL HAMILTON???? Oliver mentioned him by name once at the beginning when he was about to operate on MM, and then PRESTO, we never see him again. A little disappointing. Otherwise, I thought it was pretty good.

[mrw66855]

I think most people feel disappointed because of the kiss, everything else was mostly very good, at least that's the way I feel and what I get from the different posts
yay ita

[LiLViLLiaN]

Ehhhh, I liked.... best part was Chloe sticking up for her cousin Lo-Lo. :)

[La Donna]

I have a theory. When BM found out he was writing this episode, they informed him that he only needs to write 37 minutes of show. He was confused as to the ending and what their plan was, but he wrote a really good 37 minute episode. BM's episode ended with Clark's scene with the cop, when the cop asked if Clark has someone who makes it all worth it, and Clark gives us that little look of realization and smile. BM wrote it intending that Lois be the obvious person that Clark was thinking about. He assumed the episode would just be a short one. He hands in the script, and he's done.

Then, in the secret back room of the CW, a phone call takes place. The doors locked, the lights are low, and the conversation is whispered back and forth. The show tapes, everyone thinks they're done, and then, without warning, TW and KK are called back to the set. They are sat down for a meeting with the showrunners, who announce that they will be filming an additional scene that will be added to the end of the episode. They get the script, and, shocked, ask "WTF is going on?".

TW says, "This doesn't sound like BM's work. If I didn't know any better, I'd say this was Al/Mi....... oh sh....... You've got to be effing kidding me!".

KK asks, "What? What is it? What's wrong?".

TW responds, "K, it's just that Smallville has changed. It's no longer a show that's centered around everyone's obsession with Lana. The show is now about Clark moving forward, the other characters finding their destiny and place in Clark's life. This change started with season 8, and it only came about because Al/Miles left at the end of season 7. And now, reading this scene, it's like season 7 all over again".

KK says, "Um, I noticed in my contract that Al/Miles still have creative control over my character on the show, and if Lana was to return, they must be the ones who write the Lana story arc. Didn't you know?".

TW looks around. The showrunners hang their heads in shame.
"We're sorry Tom, there's nothing we could do about it. We had to call them as soon as we got the script, and they faxed us over the end scene. We've got no choice".

KK responds "I'm sorry Tom, I didn't want to be Queen Lana either, but it's in my contract. Can we just hurry and film this scene, for old times sake?".

TW thinks about it for a moment. He decides that for the good of the show's eighth season, and the possibilities that episodes 15-22 will explore, that he'll suck it up and film the scene.

"Okay guys, we just about have it in the can. But, Tom, is it possible to re-shoot the part after the kiss, because you look a bit like Forest Gump after he gets kissed."

TW, back straight and standing firm, replies "No, I will not reshoot that scene. I played Clark true to character with my facial expressions. If the words coming out of his mouth can't be true to the character, the least I can do is use my face to express Clark Kent's true core".

"Okay, fine, whatever, we'll just end it two seconds after the awkward kiss, that's fine. I'm sure we'll have a chance to get a better kiss next week with Power, anyways".

"What the fu..............? I quit."

[Loisdragon]

"okay, fine, whatever, we'll just end it two seconds after the awkward kiss, that's fine. I'm sure we'll have a chance to get a better kiss next week with power, anyways".

"what the fu..............? I quit."

lfamo

[ellives]

the episode had some weird dialogue in it, like when Turpin sees the killer of his partner and calls him everything a network executive would want him to say other than actually telling him what he really wants to say. There's television for you...

Metropolis Police Corruption. It's okay compared to Gotham City, hah.
So there's a camera in Tess's eye? Lex is such a perv... and how is it that Chloe knows the whole Clois thing? I thought she was all Brainiac induced.

All in all, okay episode but if this show is on the bubble like they say it is then the quality has to pick up because these last two episodes haven't been that good.

As for Clana, there's solace in knowing that it'll finally be over soon. Just a couple more weeks.

[petitemimi]

:lol:


"Okay, fine, whatever, we'll just end it two seconds after the awkward kiss, that's fine. I'm sure we'll have a chance to get a better kiss next week with Power, anyways".

"What the fu..............? I quit."

"Hey, but what about that S9 contract that you're negociating? Tom? Tom? Oh sh*t."

[La Donna]

[i]

lfamo

I know I should know these things, but what does that mean? I thought I had caught onto all the shorthand, but I guess I just missed this one.

[Loisdragon]

I know I should know these things, but what does that mean? I thought I had caught onto all the shorthand, but I guess I just missed this one.
oh my bad wrote it wrong LOL

LMFAO.= laughing my F_______ A$$ off

[La Donna]

Oh, well then thank you!!!

[tyson08]

I'd like to say this episode was excellent and I really enjoyed it, save about two parts of the whole episode. I didn't like the last two minutes of Clana and I didn't care for Tess admiring Lana. I loved the whole Metropolis P.D., Clark going under cover, Chloe standing up for Lois, Tess finding out about Lex and M.M. giving a talk to Clark and Ollie at the end. ;)

[Shadowlord367]

Well this definitely wasn't my favorite episode of the season. However, it wasn't the worst episode of the season either. The funny thing is that the actor who Danny in Bulletproof also played a character named Trevor in Hothead. Don't you love it when a show recycyles actors?

Pros :

- I really liked Chloe bringing up Lois to Clark. It was especially great how protective Chloe was being in regards to Lois. It is kind of frustrating how the writers make Clark so clueless however. He almost kissed Lois for christ's sake and he is acting completely clueless about feelings that Lois has for him and vice versa. Lana really does put the blinders on Clark doesn't she?

- I liked Clark in this episode. Seeing him posing as a cop gave us a chance to see him in the protector role on a grander scale and it also put him in a "secret identity" type of situation. The references to Clark as a reporter were cool, even though it still bugs me how easily he was able to get the job. Finally, the bit where he gets shot and has the smat-ass comment of "Like you said, always wear a vest" was hilarious. Clark should be a smart ass more often.

- The Tess/Lana fight was great. It didn't drag on and it lasted just long enough to show both girls getting in their shots. By the way, was their some sexual tension going on between Tess and Lana? It looked like Tess had a smoldering look in her eyes when she refered to Lana as "stunning" and when she said that she had a presence about her.

- I liked the fact that they established a connection between Martian Manhunter and Oliver.

- The mention of "Red-Blue blur" was cool when the kid was running around in the cape and Clark took pride in it.

- I like seeing Tess scorned and her reaction to the truth. It should be interesting to see if she actually follows through with trying to hurt Lex and what he will do to try and prevent it.

Cons :

- The bickering between Clark and Oliver is really starting to get old. It seems like everytime Oliver is on screen, it is either to lecture Clark about being more proactive, or Clark is lecturing Oliver to play it safer and be less impulsive. I wish they would just accept each other already and work together.

- I didn't really mind Lana returning to the show because it was only for 5 episodes and it was supposed to bring closure to her character as well as Clana. However, the writers once again regress and make Clark want to give everything up to be with Lana. Why have him take a step back? The reference to being 14 really bugged me. We aren't in S1 or S2 anymore. This is S8. Clark will you please grow the hell up and move on already? I agree that this makes Lois look more and more like Clark's rebound girl. His feelings for Lois and Lana's time away should make him want to avoid another round of romance with Lana. It would be great if it could just be friendship and that's it. I would love to see Clark and Lana have a talk about Lois in which she says " I told you so" based on her comment at the beginning of S4 when she tells Clark that Lois is the one for him.

**************

Overall I would probably give this episode a 7 or 8 out of 10. It wasn't overly exciting and the writers took a huge step back with Clark at the end of the episode. However, the episode did have things I really enjoyed about it too. At this point, I am counting the weeks until Lana is gone for good.


Ryan, I agree with you on some points. A few people have speculated that Tess is bisexual/lesbian. I think that was also some sexual tension with her in the mansion with Lois in the premiere.

And I agree with you on the Lana thing, actually. I really think that the end of Clana and the beginning of Clois should have been totally seperate. Clana should have ended, and later on Clois should have began. The fact that they are overlapping and intertwined in a sense makes things murky and doesn't really give fans confidance that Lois is the one Clark wants to be with.

[fan of the man]

And I agree with you on the Lana thing, actually. I really think that the end of Clana and the beginning of Clois should have been totally seperate. Clana should have ended, and later on Clois should have began. The fact that they are overlapping and intertwined in a sense makes things murky and doesn't really give fans confidance that Lois is the one Clark wants to be with.

It makes sense to have kept the two separate, but they may use this to turn the tables on Clark. What I mean Lois has shown her hand to Clark and to everyone else about her feeling for him. Lois is a person who has many emotional built in protective walls, and I think the time away will make these walls become higher and more dense, and when she comes back Clark will discover that she is not chasing but avoiding, she hast to protect her heart, she may even find protection by dating others, thru this Clark made come to see that Lois is more than a sister to him and true feeling for Lois will cause him to become the chaser, but he will find that she has closed the door, pad locked and thrown away the key and he is not getting in period. quoting Perry White from the adventure of Superman LOIS and CLARK serie. I not sure this is how it will play out, but with a cousin who knows the pains of pining after Clark and Lois so protective of her emotions, when they get together to console on this issue it will not be good for the Clarkster.

[alejandrita439]

I have a theory. When BM found out he was writing this episode, they informed him that he only needs to write 37 minutes of show. He was confused as to the ending and what their plan was, but he wrote a really good 37 minute episode. BM's episode ended with Clark's scene with the cop, when the cop asked if Clark has someone who makes it all worth it, and Clark gives us that little look of realization and smile. BM wrote it intending that Lois be the obvious person that Clark was thinking about. He assumed the episode would just be a short one. He hands in the script, and he's done.

Then, in the secret back room of the CW, a phone call takes place. The doors locked, the lights are low, and the conversation is whispered back and forth. The show tapes, everyone thinks they're done, and then, without warning, TW and KK are called back to the set. They are sat down for a meeting with the showrunners, who announce that they will be filming an additional scene that will be added to the end of the episode. They get the script, and, shocked, ask "WTF is going on?".

TW says, "This doesn't sound like BM's work. If I didn't know any better, I'd say this was Al/Mi....... oh sh....... You've got to be effing kidding me!".

KK asks, "What? What is it? What's wrong?".

TW responds, "K, it's just that Smallville has changed. It's no longer a show that's centered around everyone's obsession with Lana. The show is now about Clark moving forward, the other characters finding their destiny and place in Clark's life. This change started with season 8, and it only came about because Al/Miles left at the end of season 7. And now, reading this scene, it's like season 7 all over again".

KK says, "Um, I noticed in my contract that Al/Miles still have creative control over my character on the show, and if Lana was to return, they must be the ones who write the Lana story arc. Didn't you know?".

TW looks around. The showrunners hang their heads in shame.
"We're sorry Tom, there's nothing we could do about it. We had to call them as soon as we got the script, and they faxed us over the end scene. We've got no choice".

KK responds "I'm sorry Tom, I didn't want to be Queen Lana either, but it's in my contract. Can we just hurry and film this scene, for old times sake?".

TW thinks about it for a moment. He decides that for the good of the show's eighth season, and the possibilities that episodes 15-22 will explore, that he'll suck it up and film the scene.

"Okay guys, we just about have it in the can. But, Tom, is it possible to re-shoot the part after the kiss, because you look a bit like Forest Gump after he gets kissed."

TW, back straight and standing firm, replies "No, I will not reshoot that scene. I played Clark true to character with my facial expressions. If the words coming out of his mouth can't be true to the character, the least I can do is use my face to express Clark Kent's true core".

"Okay, fine, whatever, we'll just end it two seconds after the awkward kiss, that's fine. I'm sure we'll have a chance to get a better kiss next week with Power, anyways".

"What the fu..............? I quit."


:lol: so funny :):lol:

[zanaamen]

The only part I really like was that Clark is still into Lana
great episode I really enjoyed it especially that part that i was waiting for it
since last year "kises and hugs"

[badraven]

I really liked the episdoe, it was no 'Legion' but I gave it an 8 (B+ actually.) I really liked Clark in this episode. He was very proactive. He went undercover, he has investigating, he was putting the pieces together and in the end he saved the day. All good, all Superman stuff. That was by far the best part of the episode.

I'm actually a little suprised, from reading these posts, how many people found the cop story boring. I thought it was very intresting. A good way to bring Martian Manhunter back, it showed Clark really progressing and it showed that Metropolis has a lot of problems. Which is in keeping with what other episodes have had to say about the city. But to each his/her own I guess.

I also was glad that Tess is back. I thought she was the second best part of the episode. A lot more stuff is going to come out of Lana's revelation to Tess I'm sure and I've been hooked on her character from the start of the season. Can't wait to see how it all comes out. And on a shallow note: I just think Cassidy Freeman is hot!

Random stuff- really liked Chole's scene, short but very good. As a comic book fan seeing Dan Turpin was great. I can see Dan giving Clark a lot of breaks in future when Clark is a big time reporter for the Daily Planet b/c of what happened in this episode.

Now for the stuff I didn't care for. Well add my 'voice' to the multitude that just, well...didn't...like the Lana stuff. You know for someone who never even finished College Lana has some mad skills. Personal combat: unarmed and armed (althought I think the fight scene between Lana and Tess was very well done,) a master of computers, and just general all-around-bad-ass. It is a bit of a stretch. Also the last scene with Clark and Lana was a groaner. I've never been a 'Clana' fan and this episode didnt' change my mind. However I didn't let it get to me too much due to the fact that I knew Lana is not long for this season and will soon be off the show...hopefully for good (or at least until the series finale.) As for the non-Lana stuff- they really need to work on Clark and Oliver. You can't have these two characters do the same dance almost everytime they see each other. As others have already pointed out on this thread they just seem to play the same song over and over again- e.i.- Oliver gets pissed off at Clark, Clark gets pissed off at Oliver, they exchange verbal blows on who is right/calling on the other to do more (mainly Oliver to Clark on that one) and in the end they realise they need to work together. How many times do we have to see them reach the same conclusion?

All that said I really enjoyed this episode, even with the flaws.

[zanaamen]

I gave it an 8.5 because of clark’s uniform
i never seen clark wearing that kinda suit :D i think likid

[dreamsofnever]

La Donna, your post was hilarious!

And I honestly don't see this episode as filler at all. I see this episode as laying the grounds for JLA with GA, MM, and Clark as the core members. I see it as showing Clark that he CAN and SHOULD have a personal life on top of being a hero. I see it showing Clark as more proactive and realizing that the future hero he will be is as much about hope as it is about going after the bad guys. I see it setting up Tess to get revenge on Lex by merging his company with Queen Industries.

There were a lot of plots set in motion in this ep, so filler doesn't fit the bill really. But to each their own.

[Tatiana]

Ehhhh, I liked.... best part was Chloe sticking up for her cousin Lo-Lo. :)


Ya i really liked that, I was actually surprised Chloe knew, did she know before bride? or did Lois tell her while they were taking care of Jimmy? I wonder...hehe

[actaeon]

5/10.
The main plot, the corrupt cop stuff, is an old story and it was badly told here. It made no sense-- Oliver is upset that the cops are "taking the law into their own hands", but isn't that precisely what he does every time he goes out into the night with his bow and arrows? A couple of episodes ago, Oliver tried to murder Lex in cold blood, for personal revenge!

The cops were awful careless about what they told Clark, the misfit new guy who's asking too many questions. Like they trust him. At the same time, they threaten to kill him-- "always wear your vest". What are they trying to do here? Did the people who wrote the script even know?

The Lana-fu was dumb. Badly choreographed, too. Lana slaps a gun out of Tess' hands? Yeah, real believable...

Clark's a fly, Lana's flypaper.

I did like Tess. Her over-the-top reaction when she finds out Lex is using her. Her predatory relationship with Oliver. Her crack about "any kind of merger you want"!

[ghaith]

the clana kiss just cost it 5 points, yuk, will it be over, other then that, i thought it's a good episode

[Jaderoyale]

Ya i really liked that, I was actually surprised Chloe knew, did she know before bride? or did Lois tell her while they were taking care of Jimmy? I wonder...hehe

I'm guessing that Lois told Chloe about it while Chloe was in Star City with Jimmy.

[Fallen One]

You've seen him at his best, now see him at his greatest! Brought to you by the creators of Gossip Girl, its Clark Kent like you've never seen him before. Live and uncut! Whether its politics, relationships, or Canadian Moose hunting.. Clark Kent: Live and Uncut guarentees to leave you speechless! Such as his controversial appearence on the View...

Barbara Walters: Welcome to the show, Clark. We're glad to have you here.

Clark Kent: Good to be here, Barbara.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck: Mr. Kent, let's talk about the recent episode on the CW.

Clark: You're a little trainwreck, Elisabeth. Aren't ya?

Elisabeth: Excuse me?

Clark: I bet you'd like to shoot reindeer at Guantanamo Bay. Wouldn't ya?

Elisabeth: What the….?!

Barbara: We'll be right back after a word from our sponsors.

Oh you'll laugh till you cry as Clark shares heartfelt moments with Conan, that guy that sells those Free Government Money books, and even Dora the Explorer!

Dora: Hey everyone. Señor Kent is here to help us out with our adventures today.

Clark: Hola, Dora.

Dora: Hola, Señor Kent.

Clark: You're offended by stop watches, Dora. Aren't ya?

Dora: What?

Clark: I bet you'd be confused in a minivan. Wouldn't ya?

Dora: We'll be right back.

And who could forget his memorable appearence at the MacyThanksgiving Day Parade..

Meredith Vieira: Welcome back to the Thanksgiving Day Parade. I'm Meredith Vieira and this year, thanks to a lot of begging on the part of Dawn Ostroff, we have quite the presence by Smallville. Joining me in the booth is Superman himself- Clark Kent. Hello, Clark.

Clark: Hello. You know, Meredith, for over eight years Smallville has always produced amazing action that fans can't get enough of and relationships that they can. In fact, Thanksgiving is the time that we here on Smallville give thanks to the fans for their support. It's the diligence and commitment of those working behind the scenes that gives us the strength that we need to carry on. Meredith Vieira. You got that right, Clark. I know that I'm excited to have you here.

Meredith: You're not supposed to read that last line. Where it says Meredith Vieira - that's my line.

Clark: (whispering) What are you saying? That's not on the teleprompter. Just read your lines.

Meredith: I am. I'm just telling you that you read the wrong line.

Clark: You're ruining this! If you don't want to read the teleprompter, I will. (reading on) You know, Clark. This year I decided to dress like a traditional Pilgrim woman. I have on such a lovely dress, made with the same fabric that the delicate women of the time period wore.

Meredith: OK, now you're just being stupid.

Clark: You got that right, Meredith. What a wonderful dress. Meridith. Its a perfect fit Clark, just like you in a cape.

Long stare

Meredith: I suggest we go to break before I say something. NOW.

<BLANK screen>
So don't miss your chance at seeing your favorite Man of Steel out of his element as you've never seen him before. Place your orders now as they are limited to only two per city because of Smallville's budget.

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Controversy abounds which means there must have been a Smallville episode Thursday. You ready? I'm ready. I said I'm ready. Shush!

Previously ON: Jonn realizes that jumping through windows for the greater good is nuts, apparently kicking people out of nowhere is heroic, and Lex kisses babies but hates maids.

We open with a shot of our favorite Martian. He's in hot pursuit of a suspect who isn't slowing down like a good felon. Flash to another cop car in pursuit of the same guy. I swear I've seen this criminal yesterday. Anyways before the cops can close in, one of those huge Luthorcorp trucks backs up to block their path. Silly cops, don't you watch movies? Criminal guy smirks at his evil genius timing before realizing how fubar he really is. Jonns is coming straight at him with that Mel Gibson look in his eyes. Its a game of chicken before criminal guy bites. He makes a run for it before Jonn shoves him to the fence. Grunting and the sound of carrots breaking ensues. You sir are going to jail. Do not pass Go, do not collect two hundred dollars. A couple of external shots of New York later and the cops place the guy in the backseat of their car. When Jonns thanks the cop he is given this really smartass reply. Good day to you, sir! Right before getting into his car, some maniac shoots at him. Instead of staying inside his car he goes out the passenger door to take cover. A bullet hole to heart later he realizes that was a mistake. Good scene.

Metropolis General. Clark's checking up on victims of Doomsday when that annoying whispery voice is heard. Coffee, after work? At night? Who are you trying to kid, Lana? Even Clark knows what that means, which is why he subconsciously forgot about it. She flirts with him before he dodges it by bringing up Doomsday. Oh shut up Lana. Thankfully Clark avoided her obvious advances again. Wish I could say the same for later. Nurses break up the mood by rushing in someone on a stretcher who needs immediate attention. Its Jonns. Oh Clark's afraid. He's very afraid.

Opening Credits. That kid was really going to stand there and watch that meteor hit him in the face, wasn't he?

Still at Met General. Clark's watching Jonns through a looking glass when Oliver walks in. Clark doesn't trust the doctor but Oliver says that he is indeed trustworthy. See, problem solved. Oliver thought it would be a good idea to have a doctor specifically for themselves. Clark starts blaming himself for air being invisible but is cut off.

"..And now you feel guilty and thats your thing and I get it- thats great. But standing here doing nothing is not going to solve anything." -Oliver Queen's take on sensitivity, 7:09PM.

Clark looks like he's about to kill him before calming down to ask him if he has any leads. Oliver tells a horrible lie before telling Clark that they should work the case separately. Well excuseeee Clark for breathing, Oliver.

Luthor Castle. The usual Tess training is broken up by Lana who I doubt could even SPELL Aikido, let alone know what it is. Whatever. She claims to stop by to thank Tess for not announcing her return in the Daily Planet newspaper. Lana who the hell are you that someone would want to put you in the newspaper just because you visited town? They don't like you, I don't like you. OK Tess just said Lana "tamed" a Luthor. I feel a rant coming. I'm trying to suppress it. Even after kissing up to her lame pink ass, Tess still gets accused of being a bad person because.. she helping Lex stay alive. Is that the gist of it? Thats why she came there? That was the point? Shut up Lana!

Do you promise to love and to cherish, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, till death do you part?

I do.

And watch Sleeper?

This wedding is OVER.

Isis. Or as I like to call it.. the rash. Chloe came back to Metropolis to hack for Clark. I guess a simple phone call wouldn't have suffice. She complains about not having Brainiac's abilities before changing the subject to, of all things, Clana. Clark answers as if he's unsure where things stand between them. She tries to make him feel bad about not loving her, then asks him about Lois. Clark's is surprised that she noticed, sighs and takes a few steps in thought but is unable to put his thoughts into words before Chloe cuts him off.

"Seeing Lana come back- its like she never left. I mean you can't just stop loving someone just like that, right?" -one of the dumbest things ever uttered by Clark Kent, 7:15PM.

"YES!!!!!!!!!" -every fan of SV, seconds later, 7:15PM.

You know Clark, there's a name for a guy who go back to woman that dumps him via dvds. Its not a good name, and the woman never respects him and ends up treating him like garbage forever. Do you want to be that guy, Clark? DO you want be that guy, Clark!? **throws a light bulb** Get the damn clue, already!

Chloe doesn't answer his question but instead asks him to promise not to hurt Lois. The information concerning Jonn's shooting comes up before he can answer it. Somebody from the police department stole the bullet extracted out of John's chest, convincing Clark that there are some crooked cops out there. Chloe has a plan about how to how to find out.

At the police headquarters Dan meets up with his his new partner- and he looks just like Clark! Or is he?

Commercial break: Let me get this straight. The model of the Burger King commercial is: Buy a whopper...you'll become good driver and a King?

Clark and Turpin are out on patrol in Suicide Slum. Clark's looking around like I do when I'm in a limo which only brings attention to himself. When Turpin brings up the dangers of the job, Clark gets in a mention of Jonns. Turpin acts like its no big deal then gives a suspicious look. More police-speak before Turpin starts in on vigilantes called Capes who the cops feel steal their thunder while not playing by the rules. Dispatch breaks up the convo and they head off to a local pharmacy. The robber takes off down the street as Turpin gives chase then hides in an alley. When Turpin follows he comes out with a gun, aiming to shoot from behind. The sound of a gunshot followed by a thrashing is heard and Clark stands there looking innocent. He caught the bullet. Oh you sneaky Blur.

Isis. Lana is doing something I'm sure is important to nobody. Someone important traces her unimportant theft and she looks unimportantly concerned. Moving on.

Turpin's backyard. The fakest steak ever is still making me hungry. Some kid jumps into Turpin's arms to get away from Clana. When Clark asks him who he's dressed as the kid tells him the Red Blue Blur, then runs off again while Turpin looks like he wants to commit suicide. His wife comes over to meet Clark, then gets all sentimental. Aren't they just the cutest couple? Where's my stun gun. A yelp breaks everything up as the caped crusader hurt his knee. A thank you and a guilt trip later, Turpin's wife does a number on Clark. Those two schmos at the police station are there too and one of them gives a cue-card speech about safety. Clark, in the most obvious way, brings up Jonns to get a reaction. The cop goes on about brotherhood and tells Clark not to follow Jonn's path. Clark, still being suspicious, gives them a chuckle by defending Jonns. They make a quick exit after their beepers go off. I really liked this scene. Or maybe it was that I was so happy to see a scene that wasn't in that back lot.

The Rash. Tess confronts Lana over stealing the data of a classified project. How did the wench steal it? Who the hell knows or cares. But after more butt kissing, I'm sick of this storyline already. Tess brings up the fake-pregnancy then she pulls a gun on the slug. The gun is slapped away and then..

Oh you've got to be ***ing kidding me...

All I saw was that black rug on her head moving around like jello as she half-smiled her way through this fight.

Commercial break. "Taken" looks like a pretty good movie. The three hour commercial they aired for it really sold me.

Abandoned building. The group of cops and Clark meet up with some other guys. Apparently the guy who killed Dan's best friend is there. He tries that innocent until proven guilty stuff and gets a fist full of stomach pain. Clark watches on, and for that he's asked to join in on the fun. Before he can decide, the cops around him gets shot with arrow tasers. Those are pretty cool, I wonder if they sell them at Home Debut. Green Arrow is kicking butt and paralyzing nervous systems. Clark tells him to make himself scarce but Danny's looking right at him as he does it. Uh oh.

The Rash. The thief decides to lecture Tess on loyalty. Apparently Tess was experimented on by Lex. Get in line, toots. But it doesn't make anything Lana is doing any more noble. So this means nothing to me. Moving on.

Metropolis General. Clark is checking up on John's progress and Turpin tracks him down. Clark has some 'splanin to do about the Green Arrow. He was going to lie but decided to come clean about wanting to find Jonn's shooter and bring to justice the vigilante cops. Danny shows half-convincing loyalty to the guys in his group but Clark tries to make him see the error in their logic. Finally getting through to him, Turpin doesn't think one guy can do anything about it but Clark thinks that he can. Short, but good here. Good job Clark.

Oh my God! That man is being electrocuted!

No. No. That’s Clark Kent. He’s just dancing.

Kent Farm. Clark's going through some notes when Oliver walks in with sarcasm armed and ready about Clark's undercover activities. Clark goes to bat for guys like Danny but Oliver seems to think they all are pretty guilty of the same thing and have gone too far. Clark, for a second, almost sounds as if he thinks the cops are justified to an extent before Oliver puts him on the spot and asks him would he kill someone for justice. They both know he wouldn't, and Clark clarifies that what he's trying to do is save Danny from the path he's on. Oliver thinks its pointless and leaves to do things his way. I think this was the highlight of the episode. I'm usually one of the first to get on Oliver's case about lecturing but this season, save for Toxic, they allow Clark to voice his opinion about what he feels is right as well. This convo was back and forth and thinking about it.. what are they arguing about really? They both want the same thing, only Clark thinks one of the guys can be changed. They should be working together on this.

However, Danny ends up setting Clark up for the shooting of Jonn, validating everything Oliver said. Clark's disappointed in Danny Boy. The head schmo tells him to buck up cause he has a green arrow to kill.

Commercial break. I wanna go to H & R Block and flail my arms in the air screaming "Can you fix my uh ohs? Huh? Help me with uh ohs! Uh oh, Spaghetti-O!" Hey, if they're going to market to morons, then that's what we should give 'em.

Suicide Slums. The pharmacy robber from earlier is being used as bait to draw Ollie to them. Sounds like a plan! This guy is getting his ass kicked and I'm sitting here smiling. I'm horrible. Someone calls in the fired shots and that alerts Ollie who lowers down out of nowhere to clock the assaulting officer. The robber flees the scene and Turpin sneaks up behind to confront Oliver. The schmo tells Dan to take the shot but he's hesitating. Oliver picks up on that and tries to talk him out of it but Dan is afraid for his family if he doesn't kill him. The cold-blooded killer card is played and that gets Danny to lower his gun when his conscious gets the better of him. Before he can be killed by the sniper, Oliver shoves him out of the way and they take cover.

At the police station Clark hears the report over the scanner and runs off to save them. For some reason this idiot Danny comes out from his shield and gets shot, but fortunately for him it wasn't fatal. In a cool moment the maniac snipper sees red in his vision, then sees Clark standing there in front of him. After getting his rifle knocked away he attempts to shoot Clark with a hand gun but gets shot with his own bullet. Clark is.. wait for.. bulletproof. Dan walks over to arrest the other cop and Clark looks on like a proud soccer mom. Good scene.

Commercial break. A Smallville commercial about going Green? I bet they had to pay for it out of their budget.

Metropolis General. Jonns is checking out of the hospital when Clark and Oliver comes in to see him. Fortunately for Clark he won't face charges for impersonating an officer and he thanks John for that but thinks he could have helped sooner. Jonn admits that his pride got in the way, but thats something all of them can admit to. Oliver admits to it, and Clark reflects on how special brotherhood is. Now this is what I like to see. I really liked this scene and wished it were longer. You can feel the brotherhood coming together for all three of them.

Luthor Castle. Tess is talking to her laptop in that scorned lover/breakup type of voice. I know that voice anywhere. Better hide all sharp objects Lex, and whatever you do don't let her near your flat screen TV! It seems Lex hurt her and hurt her dearly and now he must pay by losing his life, all his money, and his company. Just what..the..hell. She activates this scrambling device and cries to the mirror. This sounds really psychotic doesn't it? Oliver walks in to break up this crazy moment. Tess asked him to drive over so that they could discuss a merger over dinner and maybe some desert. Oliver doesn't think she's serious and asks what type of merger. I hang my head in shame for all men.

"Any type you want. Don't keep me waiting." -Tess, 8:55PM.

"Just go along, idiot. That woman just offered you two scoops." -Cedric, seconds later, 8:55PM.

Tess declares Lex dead in the newspaper? This chick has issues.

Back at Danny's place, his kid is playing superhero again and almost breaks his leg. Clark comes over for a visit and apologizes for not coming clean about who he was sooner. No need to apologize Clark. Danny's at least glad that his family can be proud of him again. Clark's curious about how it is to balance a family with his dangerous job. Danny says as long as Clark has someone who makes what he does worth it, its worth the risk. Clark gets that stupid look on his face. **throws a light bulb**. Get the clue Clark, she's not right for you.

Talon. I'm sick already. What is she even doing there? Thats Lois apartment now. And Tess owns the building. What is she doing in there that late at night without the cops hauling her ass to jail? WHY? More flirty talk from Lana. Another stupid grin from Clark. And Clark just took a big step back emotionally. Great. Just what I wanted to see. Something else. You don't need to kiss someone to have closure. Closure can happy without a kiss. I'm not going to cut PS3 any slack on this garbage. Its unneccessary, its repetitive, and its poor writing period. One of the worse endings of an episode ever on Smallville. I hoped that the preview for next week would give me hope but that was like pouring rubbing alcohol on my burning body.

All in all: The episode was good, and the setup was there. Not too much of the Pink, one short scene of Chloe, and an episode that focused almost soley on Clark, other JL members, and a DC character. What more could I ask for? Oh yeah! AN ENDING THAT MAKES SENSE. You do all of this just so that Clark can come to the conclusion that he and Lana can still be together? This is good for Clark? Let me tell you, there not only better be a light at the end of the tunnel in next week's episode. It better be the size of a small moon and it better be Clark that sees it NOT Lana. Otherwise this would have been one of the worst turn of events this show has ever done. Labyrinth part 2.

Lana, shut the hell up. That fight was a joke and your hair shifts positions. Next.

Oliver was used very well. I liked how he and Clark went about their investigations seperately but still ended up in the same place. They have different methods, but deep down they are both good people. If they ever get over their rivalry they can be a good team.

MM of course was great in his two scenes, but again.. why do they bring this guy on the show and barely use him? He should have at least 6 minutes of screentime every time he's on. Its getting ridiculous. They don't realize what a good character they have here. But I bet they appreciate the hell out of Lana. UGH.

Turpin and his story was one of the best for a guest star I can remember. Bryan Miller is the best writer on the show currently. His storylines have a pace and a flow to them unlike any other writer. And nothing is there just to be there. There's always a point to even the most innocent lines. SV got a real winner there.

I didn't mind Tess in her last scene, but the Lana stuff was just puke worthy.

A big thumbs up for the Lois convo. While I felt that Chloe was adding a little guilt trip on her own part, at least she asked Clark a pointed question when speaking about Lois. I wish she would have let him say what he wanted to say before interrupting him though. She gave him an escape. Clark needs to verbalize how he feels. I would have loved to hear what he was going to say.

Clark was fantastic in every way for all of the episode, except those last 3 minutes. One of the best episodes of the season for him, except for those last 3 minutes. I can't say enough about him and how proud he made me.. except for those last 3 minutes. It would have been perfect episode for him.. if not for those last. 3. minutes!

If not for that ending and the Lana worship, this could have been a high 9 or even a low 10. It was a much better episode than Legion which I gave a 8. So I'm going to give it a 9. One of the best of the season.

Next week an important question will finally be answered: Raw sewage > Power? Stay Tuned.

[diinIN]

I couldn't decide whether to give it a 6 or a 7, so I gave it the benefit of the doubt at 7. Didn't like that Clana is still hanging on, don't like that Lois is still off in NeverNeverLand, and Ninja Lana is just ridiculous. My son says Kristin over-pronounces her words, and he's right. It's almost annoying. No one talks like that.

OTOH, the rest was good. MM always lights up an episode, even though he spent most of it out of sight in a hospital bed. But Clark fighting crime and changing people's misguided intentions, and Green Arrow doing just about anything, makes it good. There were some interesting reveals, like why Lex chose Tess to run the show. How could she not have figured out what he's been up to? I'm wondering where this character is going from here. Can't Rosenbaum just do a few guest appearances (and not wait until the end of the series)? I think they've done a good job of keeping Lex around, even though the actor is gone.

Bring Lois back, and let that Clana kiss be a kiss goodbye!

[Jaderoyale]

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Barbara Walters: Welcome to the show, Clark. We're glad to have you here.

Clark Kent: Good to be here, Barbara.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck: Mr. Kent, let's talk about the recent episode on the CW.

Clark: You're a little trainwreck, Elisabeth. Aren't ya?

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Clark: I bet you'd like to shoot reindeer at Guantanamo Bay. Wouldn't ya?

Elisabeth: What the….?!

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Oh you'll laugh till you cry as Clark shares heartfelt moments with Conan, that guy that sells those Free Government Money books, and even Dora the Explorer!

Dora: Hey everyone. Señor Kent is here to help us out with our adventures today.

Clark: Hola, Dora.

Dora: Hola, Señor Kent.

Clark: You're offended by stop watches, Dora. Aren't ya?

Dora: What?

Clark: I bet you'd be confused in a minivan. Wouldn't ya?

Dora: We'll be right back.

And who could forget his memorable appearence at the MacyThanksgiving Day Parade..

Meredith Vieira: Welcome back to the Thanksgiving Day Parade. I'm Meredith Vieira and this year, thanks to a lot begging on the part of Dawn Ostroff, we have quite the presence by Smallville. Joining me in the booth is Superman himself- Clark Kent. Hello, Clark.

Clark: Hello. You know, Meredith, for over eight years Smallville has always produced amazing action that fans can't get enough of and relationships that they can. In fact, Thanksgiving is the time that we here on Smallville give thanks to the fans for their support. It's the diligence and commitment of those working behind the scenes that gives us the strength that we need to carry on. Meredith Vieira. You got that right, Clark. I know that I'm excited to have you here.

Meredith: You're not supposed to read that last line. Where it says Meredith Vieira - that's my line.

Clark: (whispering) What are you saying? That's not on the teleprompter. Just read your lines.

Meredith: I am. I'm just telling you that you read the wrong line.

Clark: You're ruining this! If you don't want to read the teleprompter, I will. (reading on) You know, Clark. This year I decided to dress like a traditional Pilgrim woman. I have on such a lovely dress, made with the same fabric that the delicate women of the time period wore.

Meredith: OK, now you're just being stupid.

Clark: You got that right, Meredith. What a wonderful dress. Meridith. Its a perfect fit Clark, just like you in a cape.

Long stare

Meredith: I suggest we go to break before I say something. NOW.

<BLANK screen>

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Controversy abounds which means there must have been a Smallville episode Thursday. You ready? I'm ready. I said I'm ready. Shush!

Previously ON: Jonn realizes that jumping through windows for the greater good is nuts, apparently kicking people out of nowhere is heroic, and Lex kisses babies but hates maids.

We open with a shot of our favorite Martian. He's in hot pursuit of a suspect who isn't slowing down like a good felon. Flash to another cop car in pursuit of the same guy. I swear I've seen this criminal yesterday. Anyways before the cops can close in, one of those huge Luthorcorp trucks backs up to block their path. Silly cops, don't you watch movies? Criminal guy smirks at his evil genius timing before realizing how fubar he really is. Jonns is coming straight at him with that Mel Gibson look in his eyes. Its a game of chicken before criminal guy bites. He makes a run for it before Jonn shoves him to the fence. Grunting and the sound of carrots breaking ensues. You sir are going to jail. Do not pass Go, do not collect two hundred dollars. A couple of external shots of New York later and the cops place the guy in the backseat of their car. When Jonns thanks the cop he is given this really smartass reply. Good day to you, sir! Right before getting into his car, some maniac shoots at him. Instead of staying inside his car he goes out the passenger door to take cover. A bullet hole to heart later he realizes that was a mistake. Good scene.

Metropolis General. Clark's checking up on victims of Doomsday when that annoying whispery voice is heard. Coffee, after work? At night? Who are you trying to kid, Lana? Even Clark knows what that means, which is why he subconsciously forgot about it. She flirts with him before he dodges it by bringing up Doomsday. Oh shut up Lana. Thankfully Clark avoided her obvious advances again. Wish I could say the same for later. Nurses break up the mood by rushing in someone on a stretcher who needs immediate attention. Its Jonns. Oh Clark's afraid. He's very afraid.

Opening Credits. That kid was really going to stand there and watch that meteor hit him in the face, wasn't he?

Still at Met General. Clark's watching Jonns through a looking glass when Oliver walks in. Clark doesn't trust the doctor but Oliver says that he is indeed trustworthy. See, problem solved. Oliver thought it would be a good idea to have a doctor specifically for themselves. Clark starts blaming himself for air being invisible but is cut off.

"..And now you feel guilty and thats your thing and I get it- thats great. But standing here doing nothing is not going to solve anything." -Oliver Queen's take on sensitivity, 7:09PM.

Clark looks like he's about to kill him before calming down to ask him if he has any leads. Oliver tells a horrible lie before telling Clark that they should work the case separately. Well excuseeee Clark for breathing, Oliver.

Luthor Castle. The usual Tess training is broken up by Lana who I doubt could even SPELL Aikido, let alone know what it is. Whatever. She claims to stop by to thank Tess for not announcing her return in the Daily Planet newspaper. Lana who the hell are you that someone would want to put you in the newspaper just because you visited town? They don't like you, I don't like you. OK Tess just said Lana "tamed" a Luthor. I feel a rant coming. I'm trying to suppress it. Even after kissing up to her lame pink ass, Tess still gets accused of being a bad person because.. she helping Lex stay alive. Is that the gist of it? Thats why she came there? That was the point? Shut up Lana!

Do you promise to love and to cherish, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, till death do you part?

I do.

And watch Sleeper?

This wedding is OVER.

Isis. Or as I like to call it.. the rash. Chloe came back to Metropolis to hack for Clark. I guess a simple phone call wouldn't have suffice. She complains about not having Brainiac's abilities before changing the subject to, of all things, Clana. Clark answers as if he's unsure where things stand between them. She tries to make him feel bad about not loving her, then asks him about Lois. Clark's is surprised that she noticed, sighs and takes a few steps in thought but is unable to put his thoughts into words before Chloe cuts him off.

"Seeing Lana come back- its like she never left. I mean you can't just stop loving someone just like that, right?" -one of the dumbest things ever uttered by Clark Kent, 7:15PM.

"YES!!!!!!!!!" -every fan of SV, seconds later, 7:15PM.

You know Clark, there's a name for a guy who go back to woman that dumps him via dvds. Its not a good name, and the woman never respects him and ends up treating him like garbage forever. Do you want to be that guy, Clark? DO you want be that guy, Clark!? **throws a light bulb** Get the damn clue, already!

Chloe doesn't answer his question but instead asks him to promise not to hurt Lois. The information concerning Jonn's shooting comes up before he can answer it. Somebody from the police department stole the bullet extracted out of John's chest, convincing Clark that there are some crooked cops out there. Chloe has a plan about how to how to find out.

At the police headquarters Dan meets up with his his new partner- and he looks just like Clark! Or is he?

Commercial break: Let me get this straight. The model of the Burger King commercial is: Buy a whopper...you'll become good driver and a King?

Clark and Turpin are out on patrol in Suicide Slum. Clark's looking around like I do when I'm in a limo which only brings attention to himself. When Turpin brings up the dangers of the job, Clark gets in a mention of Jonns. Turpin acts like its no big deal then gives a suspicious look. More police-speak before Turpin starts in on vigilantes called Capes who the cops feel steal their thunder while not playing by the rules. Dispatch breaks up the convo and they head off to a local pharmacy. The robber takes off down the street as Turpin gives chase then hides in an alley. When Turpin follows he comes out with a gun, aiming to shoot from behind. The sound of a gunshot followed by a thrashing is heard and Clark stands there looking innocent. He caught the bullet. Oh you sneaky Blur.

Isis. Lana is doing something I'm sure is important to nobody. Someone important traces her unimportant theft and she looks unimportantly concerned. Moving on.

Turpin's backyard. The fakest steak ever is still making me hungry. Some kid jumps into Turpin's arms to get away from Clana. When Clark asks him who he's dressed as the kid tells him the Red Blue Blur, then runs off again while Turpin looks like he wants to commit suicide. His wife comes over to meet Clark, then gets all sentimental. Aren't they just the cutest couple? Where's my stun gun. A yelp breaks everything up as the caped crusader hurt his knee. A thank you and a guilt trip later, Turpin's wife does a number on Clark. Those two schmos at the police station are there too and one of them gives a cue-card speech about safety. Clark, in the most obvious way, brings up Jonns to get a reaction. The cop goes on about brotherhood and tells Clark not to follow Jonn's path. Clark, still being suspicious, gives them a chuckle by defending Jonns. They make a quick exit after their beepers go off. I really liked this scene. Or maybe it was that I was so happy to see a scene that wasn't in that back lot.

The Rash. Tess confronts Lana over stealing the data of a classified project. How did the wench steal it? Who the hell knows or cares. But after more butt kissing, I'm sick of this storyline already. Tess brings up the fake-pregnancy then she pulls a gun on the slug. The gun is slapped away and then..

Oh you've got to be ***ing kidding me...

All I saw was that black rug on her head moving around like jello as she half-smiled her way through this fight.

Commercial break. "Taken" looks like a pretty good movie. The three hour commercial they aired for it really sold me.

Abandoned building. The group of cops and Clark meet up with some other guys. Apparently the guy who killed Dan's best friend is there. He tries that innocent until proven guilty stuff and gets a fist full of stomach pain. Clark watches on, and for that he's asked to join in on the fun. Before he can decide, the cops around him gets shot with arrow tasers. Those are pretty cool, I wonder if they sell them at Home Debut. Green Arrow is kicking butt and paralyzing nervous systems. Clark tells him to make himself scarce but Danny's looking right at him as he does it. Uh oh.

The Rash. The thief decides to lecture Tess on loyalty. Apparently Tess was experimented on by Lex. Get in line, toots. But it doesn't make anything Lana is doing any more noble. So this means nothing to me. Moving on.

Metropolis General. Clark is checking up on John's progress and Turpin tracks him down. Clark has some 'splanin to do about the Green Arrow. He was going to lie but decided to come clean about wanting to find Jonn's shooter and bring to justice the vigilante cops. Danny shows half-convincing loyalty to the guys in his group but Clark tries to make him see the error in their logic. Finally getting through to him, Turpin doesn't think one guy can do anything about it but Clark thinks that he can. Short, but good here. Good job Clark.

Oh my God! That man is being electrocuted!

No. No. That’s Clark Kent. He’s just dancing.

Kent Farm. Clark's going through some notes when Oliver walks in with sarcasm armed and ready about Clark's undercover activities. Clark goes to bat for guys like Danny but Oliver seems to think they all are pretty guilty of the same thing and have gone too far. Clark, for a second, almost sounds as if he thinks the cops are justified to an extent before Oliver puts him on the spot and asks him would he kill someone for justice. They both know he wouldn't, and Clark clarifies that what he's trying to do is save Danny from the path he's on. Oliver thinks its pointless and leaves to do things his way. I think this was the highlight of the episode. I'm usually one of the first to get on Oliver's case about lecturing but this season, save for Toxic, they allow Clark to voice his opinion about what he feels is right as well. This convo was back and forth and thinking about it.. what are they arguing about really? They both want the same thing, only Clark thinks one of the guys can be changed. They should be working together on this.

However, Danny ends up setting Clark up for the shooting of Jonn, validating everything Oliver said. Clark's disappointed in Danny Boy. The head schmo tells him to buck up cause he has a green arrow to kill.

Commercial break. I wanna go to H & R Block and flail my arms in the air screaming "Can you fix my uh ohs? Huh? Help me with uh ohs! Uh oh, Spaghetti-O!" Hey, if they're going to market to morons, then that's what we should give 'em.

Suicide Slums. The pharmacy robber from earlier is being used as bait to draw Ollie to them. Sounds like a plan! This guy is getting his ass kicked and I'm sitting here smiling. I'm horrible. Someone calls in the fired shots and that alerts Ollie who lowers down out of nowhere to clock the assaulting officer. The robber flees the scene and Turpin sneaks up behind to confront Oliver. The schmo tells Dan to take the shot but he's hesitating. Oliver picks up on that and tries to talk him out of it but Dan is afraid for his family if he doesn't kill him. The cold-blooded killer card is played and that gets Danny to lower his gun when his conscious gets the better of him. Before he can be killed by the sniper, Oliver shoves him out of the way and they take cover.

At the police station Clark hears the report over the scanner and runs off to save them. For some reason this idiot Danny comes out from his shield and gets shot, but fortunately for him it wasn't fatal. In a cool moment the maniac snipper sees red in his vision, then sees Clark standing there in front of him. After getting his rifle knocked away he attempts to shoot Clark with a hand gun but gets shot with his own bullet. Clark is.. wait for.. bulletproof. Dan walks over to arrest the other cop and Clark looks on like a proud soccer mom. Good scene.

Commercial break. A Smallville commercial about going Green? I bet they had to pay for it out of their budget.

Metropolis General. Jonns is checking out of the hospital when Clark and Oliver comes in to see him. Fortunately for Clark he won't face charges for impersonating an officer and he thanks John for that but thinks he could have helped sooner. Jonn admits that his pride got in the way, but thats something all of them can admit to. Oliver admits to it, and Clark reflects on how special brotherhood is. Now this is what I like to see. I really liked this scene and wished it were longer. You can feel the brotherhood coming together for all three of them.

Luthor Castle. Tess is talking to her laptop in that scorned lover/breakup type of voice. I know that voice anywhere. Better hide all sharp objects Lex, and whatever you do don't let her near your flat screen TV! It seems Lex hurt her and hurt her dearly and now he must pay by losing his life, all his money, and his company. Just what..the..hell. She activates this scrambling device and cries to the mirror. This sounds really psychotic doesn't it? Oliver walks in to break up this crazy moment. Tess asked him to drive over so that they could discuss a merger over dinner and maybe some desert. Oliver doesn't think she's serious and asks what type of merger. I hang my head in shame for all men.

"Any type you want. Don't keep me waiting." -Tess, 8:55PM.

"Just go along, idiot. That woman just offered you two scoops." -Cedric, seconds later, 8:55PM.

Tess declares Lex dead in the newspaper? This chick has issues.

Back at Danny's place, his kid is playing superhero again and almost breaks his leg. Clark comes over for a visit and apologizes for not coming clean about who he was sooner. No need to apologize Clark. Danny's at least glad that his family can be proud of him again. Clark's curious about how it is to balance a family with his dangerous job. Danny says as long as Clark has someone who makes what he does worth it, its worth the risk. Clark gets that stupid look on his face. **throws a light bulb**. Get the clue Clark, she's not right for you.

Talon. I'm sick already. What is she even doing there? Thats Lois apartment now. And Tess owns the building. What is she doing in there that late at night without the cops hauling her ass to jail? WHY? More flirty talk from Lana. Another stupid grin from Clark. And Clark just took a big step back emotionally. Great. Just what I wanted to see. Something else. You don't need to kiss someone to have closure. Closure can happy without a kiss. I'm not going to cut PS3 any slack on this garbage. Its unneccessary, its repetitive, and its poor writing period. One of the worse endings of an episode ever on Smallville. I hoped that the preview for next week would give me hope but that was like pouring rubbing alcohol on my burning body.

All in all: The episode was good, and the setup was there. Not too much of the Pink, one short scene of Chloe, and an episode that focused almost soley on Clark, other JL members, and a DC character. What more could I ask for? Oh yeah! AN ENDING THAT MAKES SENSE. You do all of this just so that Clark can come to the conclusion that he and Lana can still be together? This is good for Clark? Let me tell you, there not only better be a light at the end of the tunnel in next week's episode. It better be the size of a small moon and it better be Clark that sees it NOT Lana. Otherwise this would have been one of the worst turn of events this show has ever done. Labyrinth part 2.

Lana, shut the hell. That fight was a joke and your hair shifts positions. Next.

Oliver was used very well. I liked how he and Clark went about their investigations seperately but still ended up in the same place. They have different methods, but deep down they are both good people. If they ever get over their rivalry they can be a good team.

MM of course was great in his two scenes, but again.. why do they bring this guy on the show and barely use him? He should have at least 6 minutes of screentime every time he's on. Its getting ridiculous. They don't realize what a good character they have here. But I bet they appreciate the hell out of Lana. UGH.

Turpin and his story was one of the best for a guest star I can remember. Bryan Miller is the best writer on the show currently. His storylines have a pace and a flow to them unlike any other writer. And nothing is there just to be there. There's always a point to even the most innocent lines. SV got a real winner there.

I didn't mind Tess in her last scene, but the Lana stuff was just puke worthy.

Clark was fantastic in every way for all of the episode, except those last 3 minutes. One of the best episodes of the season for him, except for those last 3 minutes. I can't say enough about him and how proud he made me.. except for those last 3 minutes. It would have been perfect episode for him.. if not for those last. 3. minutes!

If not for that ending and the Lana worship, this could have been a high 9 or even a low 10. It was a much better episode than Legion which I gave a 8. So I'm going to give it a 9. One of the best of the season.

Next week an important question will finally be answered: Raw sewage > Power? Stay Tuned.

P.S. Sorry for the delay everyone, I'm under the weather here. Hopefully its good enough.

As usual, wonderful review Cedric. The parts where you were just skipping Lana's scenes had me in stitches.
I'm actually shocked at how high you rated it.
I was lethal. :lol:

[cloisthelegendbegins]

Worth the wait as always Cedric!

I'd say you're inside my head on this one, but that's scary for both of us ;)

Hope the weather gets brighter for ya hun!

[smallville1214]

I gave it a five! The story was good, great fight scene with Lana and Tess...kinda reminded me of the fights on Alias when that was on! It lost five points due to CK kissing Lana and going ga-ga for her again! Use Lois as the romantic arc and for gods sake, bring in Doomsday and have CK start kicking some butt and lose the wimpy attitude!

[F..l]

8/10 because too little action and because clark is stupid and he was kissing lana :(:(
but Tess was awesome ... I like her more and more :) ... :D
and fight between lana and tess was pretty good too :)

[Jack's_Son]

Why does everyone think that Clana is back; because of the kiss? The kiss was just a kiss. These two people REALLY loved each other, but the kiss didn't seem like a "We're back together again" kiss. It broke up at the end and they each pulled apart. I think the writers are messing with us and making it appear that Clana is back, but the previews for the next episode showed a much different story. The previews seemed to indicate that they both realize that it isn't going to work. Both Clark and Lana have different agendas and they realize it. This is called "Closure" and Clark and Lana need it. Neither can move on until they have it. Lois isn't going to accept Clark until SHE becomes the most important person in his life. After "Bride", Lois realized that Clark still pines for Lana. Until LOIS is confident that Lana is no longer the primary person in Clark's life, she cannot trust her heart in Clark's hands. I gave the episode a 5 because I thought the good cop/bad cop story was kind of lame and I think all the bantering was a rehash of previous storylines. Also, I didin't like the way the writers made Clark seem clueless about his PERSONAL impact on people's lives. Chloe flat out told him that she has personal experience with pain from being in Clark's triangle and that she was afraid for the same thing to happen to her cousin and Clark just seemed unaware of Chloe's love for him. The "you can't just stop loving someone overnight" was clearly an indication that Chloe still loves Clark and it is painful for her. Clark just doesn't seem to get it.

[Mickey_Bickey]

You've seen him at his best, now see him at his greatest! Brought to you by the creators of Gossip Girl, its Clark Kent like you've never seen him before. Live and uncut! Whether its politics, relationships, or Canadian Moose hunting.. Clark Kent: Live and Uncut guarentees to leave you speechless! Such as his controversial appearence on the View...

Barbara Walters: Welcome to the show, Clark. We're glad to have you here.

Clark Kent: Good to be here, Barbara.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck: Mr. Kent, let's talk about the recent episode on the CW.

Clark: You're a little trainwreck, Elisabeth. Aren't ya?

Elisabeth: Excuse me?

Clark: I bet you'd like to shoot reindeer at Guantanamo Bay. Wouldn't ya?

Elisabeth: What the….?!

Barbara: We'll be right back after a word from our sponsors.

Oh you'll laugh till you cry as Clark shares heartfelt moments with Conan, that guy that sells those Free Government Money books, and even Dora the Explorer!

Dora: Hey everyone. Señor Kent is here to help us out with our adventures today.

Clark: Hola, Dora.

Dora: Hola, Señor Kent.

Clark: You're offended by stop watches, Dora. Aren't ya?

Dora: What?

Clark: I bet you'd be confused in a minivan. Wouldn't ya?

Dora: We'll be right back.

And who could forget his memorable appearence at the MacyThanksgiving Day Parade..

Meredith Vieira: Welcome back to the Thanksgiving Day Parade. I'm Meredith Vieira and this year, thanks to a lot of begging on the part of Dawn Ostroff, we have quite the presence by Smallville. Joining me in the booth is Superman himself- Clark Kent. Hello, Clark.

Clark: Hello. You know, Meredith, for over eight years Smallville has always produced amazing action that fans can't get enough of and relationships that they can. In fact, Thanksgiving is the time that we here on Smallville give thanks to the fans for their support. It's the diligence and commitment of those working behind the scenes that gives us the strength that we need to carry on. Meredith Vieira. You got that right, Clark. I know that I'm excited to have you here.

Meredith: You're not supposed to read that last line. Where it says Meredith Vieira - that's my line.

Clark: (whispering) What are you saying? That's not on the teleprompter. Just read your lines.

Meredith: I am. I'm just telling you that you read the wrong line.

Clark: You're ruining this! If you don't want to read the teleprompter, I will. (reading on) You know, Clark. This year I decided to dress like a traditional Pilgrim woman. I have on such a lovely dress, made with the same fabric that the delicate women of the time period wore.

Meredith: OK, now you're just being stupid.

Clark: You got that right, Meredith. What a wonderful dress. Meridith. Its a perfect fit Clark, just like you in a cape.

Long stare

Meredith: I suggest we go to break before I say something. NOW.

<BLANK screen>

So don't miss your chance at seeing your favor Man of Steel out of his element as you've never seen him before. Place your orders now as they are limited to only two per city because of Smallville's budget.

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Controversy abounds which means there must have been a Smallville episode Thursday. You ready? I'm ready. I said I'm ready. Shush!

Previously ON: Jonn realizes that jumping through windows for the greater good is nuts, apparently kicking people out of nowhere is heroic, and Lex kisses babies but hates maids.

We open with a shot of our favorite Martian. He's in hot pursuit of a suspect who isn't slowing down like a good felon. Flash to another cop car in pursuit of the same guy. I swear I've seen this criminal yesterday. Anyways before the cops can close in, one of those huge Luthorcorp trucks backs up to block their path. Silly cops, don't you watch movies? Criminal guy smirks at his evil genius timing before realizing how fubar he really is. Jonns is coming straight at him with that Mel Gibson look in his eyes. Its a game of chicken before criminal guy bites. He makes a run for it before Jonn shoves him to the fence. Grunting and the sound of carrots breaking ensues. You sir are going to jail. Do not pass Go, do not collect two hundred dollars. A couple of external shots of New York later and the cops place the guy in the backseat of their car. When Jonns thanks the cop he is given this really smartass reply. Good day to you, sir! Right before getting into his car, some maniac shoots at him. Instead of staying inside his car he goes out the passenger door to take cover. A bullet hole to heart later he realizes that was a mistake. Good scene.

Metropolis General. Clark's checking up on victims of Doomsday when that annoying whispery voice is heard. Coffee, after work? At night? Who are you trying to kid, Lana? Even Clark knows what that means, which is why he subconsciously forgot about it. She flirts with him before he dodges it by bringing up Doomsday. Oh shut up Lana. Thankfully Clark avoided her obvious advances again. Wish I could say the same for later. Nurses break up the mood by rushing in someone on a stretcher who needs immediate attention. Its Jonns. Oh Clark's afraid. He's very afraid.

Opening Credits. That kid was really going to stand there and watch that meteor hit him in the face, wasn't he?

Still at Met General. Clark's watching Jonns through a looking glass when Oliver walks in. Clark doesn't trust the doctor but Oliver says that he is indeed trustworthy. See, problem solved. Oliver thought it would be a good idea to have a doctor specifically for themselves. Clark starts blaming himself for air being invisible but is cut off.

"..And now you feel guilty and thats your thing and I get it- thats great. But standing here doing nothing is not going to solve anything." -Oliver Queen's take on sensitivity, 7:09PM.

Clark looks like he's about to kill him before calming down to ask him if he has any leads. Oliver tells a horrible lie before telling Clark that they should work the case separately. Well excuseeee Clark for breathing, Oliver.

Luthor Castle. The usual Tess training is broken up by Lana who I doubt could even SPELL Aikido, let alone know what it is. Whatever. She claims to stop by to thank Tess for not announcing her return in the Daily Planet newspaper. Lana who the hell are you that someone would want to put you in the newspaper just because you visited town? They don't like you, I don't like you. OK Tess just said Lana "tamed" a Luthor. I feel a rant coming. I'm trying to suppress it. Even after kissing up to her lame pink ass, Tess still gets accused of being a bad person because.. she helping Lex stay alive. Is that the gist of it? Thats why she came there? That was the point? Shut up Lana!

Do you promise to love and to cherish, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, till death do you part?

I do.

And watch Sleeper?

This wedding is OVER.

Isis. Or as I like to call it.. the rash. Chloe came back to Metropolis to hack for Clark. I guess a simple phone call wouldn't have suffice. She complains about not having Brainiac's abilities before changing the subject to, of all things, Clana. Clark answers as if he's unsure where things stand between them. She tries to make him feel bad about not loving her, then asks him about Lois. Clark's is surprised that she noticed, sighs and takes a few steps in thought but is unable to put his thoughts into words before Chloe cuts him off.

"Seeing Lana come back- its like she never left. I mean you can't just stop loving someone just like that, right?" -one of the dumbest things ever uttered by Clark Kent, 7:15PM.

"YES!!!!!!!!!" -every fan of SV, seconds later, 7:15PM.

You know Clark, there's a name for a guy who go back to woman that dumps him via dvds. Its not a good name, and the woman never respects him and ends up treating him like garbage forever. Do you want to be that guy, Clark? DO you want be that guy, Clark!? **throws a light bulb** Get the damn clue, already!

Chloe doesn't answer his question but instead asks him to promise not to hurt Lois. The information concerning Jonn's shooting comes up before he can answer it. Somebody from the police department stole the bullet extracted out of John's chest, convincing Clark that there are some crooked cops out there. Chloe has a plan about how to how to find out.

At the police headquarters Dan meets up with his his new partner- and he looks just like Clark! Or is he?

Commercial break: Let me get this straight. The model of the Burger King commercial is: Buy a whopper...you'll become good driver and a King?

Clark and Turpin are out on patrol in Suicide Slum. Clark's looking around like I do when I'm in a limo which only brings attention to himself. When Turpin brings up the dangers of the job, Clark gets in a mention of Jonns. Turpin acts like its no big deal then gives a suspicious look. More police-speak before Turpin starts in on vigilantes called Capes who the cops feel steal their thunder while not playing by the rules. Dispatch breaks up the convo and they head off to a local pharmacy. The robber takes off down the street as Turpin gives chase then hides in an alley. When Turpin follows he comes out with a gun, aiming to shoot from behind. The sound of a gunshot followed by a thrashing is heard and Clark stands there looking innocent. He caught the bullet. Oh you sneaky Blur.

Isis. Lana is doing something I'm sure is important to nobody. Someone important traces her unimportant theft and she looks unimportantly concerned. Moving on.

Turpin's backyard. The fakest steak ever is still making me hungry. Some kid jumps into Turpin's arms to get away from Clana. When Clark asks him who he's dressed as the kid tells him the Red Blue Blur, then runs off again while Turpin looks like he wants to commit suicide. His wife comes over to meet Clark, then gets all sentimental. Aren't they just the cutest couple? Where's my stun gun. A yelp breaks everything up as the caped crusader hurt his knee. A thank you and a guilt trip later, Turpin's wife does a number on Clark. Those two schmos at the police station are there too and one of them gives a cue-card speech about safety. Clark, in the most obvious way, brings up Jonns to get a reaction. The cop goes on about brotherhood and tells Clark not to follow Jonn's path. Clark, still being suspicious, gives them a chuckle by defending Jonns. They make a quick exit after their beepers go off. I really liked this scene. Or maybe it was that I was so happy to see a scene that wasn't in that back lot.

The Rash. Tess confronts Lana over stealing the data of a classified project. How did the wench steal it? Who the hell knows or cares. But after more butt kissing, I'm sick of this storyline already. Tess brings up the fake-pregnancy then she pulls a gun on the slug. The gun is slapped away and then..

Oh you've got to be ***ing kidding me...

All I saw was that black rug on her head moving around like jello as she half-smiled her way through this fight.

Commercial break. "Taken" looks like a pretty good movie. The three hour commercial they aired for it really sold me.

Abandoned building. The group of cops and Clark meet up with some other guys. Apparently the guy who killed Dan's best friend is there. He tries that innocent until proven guilty stuff and gets a fist full of stomach pain. Clark watches on, and for that he's asked to join in on the fun. Before he can decide, the cops around him gets shot with arrow tasers. Those are pretty cool, I wonder if they sell them at Home Debut. Green Arrow is kicking butt and paralyzing nervous systems. Clark tells him to make himself scarce but Danny's looking right at him as he does it. Uh oh.

The Rash. The thief decides to lecture Tess on loyalty. Apparently Tess was experimented on by Lex. Get in line, toots. But it doesn't make anything Lana is doing any more noble. So this means nothing to me. Moving on.

Metropolis General. Clark is checking up on John's progress and Turpin tracks him down. Clark has some 'splanin to do about the Green Arrow. He was going to lie but decided to come clean about wanting to find Jonn's shooter and bring to justice the vigilante cops. Danny shows half-convincing loyalty to the guys in his group but Clark tries to make him see the error in their logic. Finally getting through to him, Turpin doesn't think one guy can do anything about it but Clark thinks that he can. Short, but good here. Good job Clark.

Oh my God! That man is being electrocuted!

No. No. That’s Clark Kent. He’s just dancing.

Kent Farm. Clark's going through some notes when Oliver walks in with sarcasm armed and ready about Clark's undercover activities. Clark goes to bat for guys like Danny but Oliver seems to think they all are pretty guilty of the same thing and have gone too far. Clark, for a second, almost sounds as if he thinks the cops are justified to an extent before Oliver puts him on the spot and asks him would he kill someone for justice. They both know he wouldn't, and Clark clarifies that what he's trying to do is save Danny from the path he's on. Oliver thinks its pointless and leaves to do things his way. I think this was the highlight of the episode. I'm usually one of the first to get on Oliver's case about lecturing but this season, save for Toxic, they allow Clark to voice his opinion about what he feels is right as well. This convo was back and forth and thinking about it.. what are they arguing about really? They both want the same thing, only Clark thinks one of the guys can be changed. They should be working together on this.

However, Danny ends up setting Clark up for the shooting of Jonn, validating everything Oliver said. Clark's disappointed in Danny Boy. The head schmo tells him to buck up cause he has a green arrow to kill.

Commercial break. I wanna go to H & R Block and flail my arms in the air screaming "Can you fix my uh ohs? Huh? Help me with uh ohs! Uh oh, Spaghetti-O!" Hey, if they're going to market to morons, then that's what we should give 'em.

Suicide Slums. The pharmacy robber from earlier is being used as bait to draw Ollie to them. Sounds like a plan! This guy is getting his ass kicked and I'm sitting here smiling. I'm horrible. Someone calls in the fired shots and that alerts Ollie who lowers down out of nowhere to clock the assaulting officer. The robber flees the scene and Turpin sneaks up behind to confront Oliver. The schmo tells Dan to take the shot but he's hesitating. Oliver picks up on that and tries to talk him out of it but Dan is afraid for his family if he doesn't kill him. The cold-blooded killer card is played and that gets Danny to lower his gun when his conscious gets the better of him. Before he can be killed by the sniper, Oliver shoves him out of the way and they take cover.

At the police station Clark hears the report over the scanner and runs off to save them. For some reason this idiot Danny comes out from his shield and gets shot, but fortunately for him it wasn't fatal. In a cool moment the maniac snipper sees red in his vision, then sees Clark standing there in front of him. After getting his rifle knocked away he attempts to shoot Clark with a hand gun but gets shot with his own bullet. Clark is.. wait for.. bulletproof. Dan walks over to arrest the other cop and Clark looks on like a proud soccer mom. Good scene.

Commercial break. A Smallville commercial about going Green? I bet they had to pay for it out of their budget.

Metropolis General. Jonns is checking out of the hospital when Clark and Oliver comes in to see him. Fortunately for Clark he won't face charges for impersonating an officer and he thanks John for that but thinks he could have helped sooner. Jonn admits that his pride got in the way, but thats something all of them can admit to. Oliver admits to it, and Clark reflects on how special brotherhood is. Now this is what I like to see. I really liked this scene and wished it were longer. You can feel the brotherhood coming together for all three of them.

Luthor Castle. Tess is talking to her laptop in that scorned lover/breakup type of voice. I know that voice anywhere. Better hide all sharp objects Lex, and whatever you do don't let her near your flat screen TV! It seems Lex hurt her and hurt her dearly and now he must pay by losing his life, all his money, and his company. Just what..the..hell. She activates this scrambling device and cries to the mirror. This sounds really psychotic doesn't it? Oliver walks in to break up this crazy moment. Tess asked him to drive over so that they could discuss a merger over dinner and maybe some desert. Oliver doesn't think she's serious and asks what type of merger. I hang my head in shame for all men.

"Any type you want. Don't keep me waiting." -Tess, 8:55PM.

"Just go along, idiot. That woman just offered you two scoops." -Cedric, seconds later, 8:55PM.

Tess declares Lex dead in the newspaper? This chick has issues.

Back at Danny's place, his kid is playing superhero again and almost breaks his leg. Clark comes over for a visit and apologizes for not coming clean about who he was sooner. No need to apologize Clark. Danny's at least glad that his family can be proud of him again. Clark's curious about how it is to balance a family with his dangerous job. Danny says as long as Clark has someone who makes what he does worth it, its worth the risk. Clark gets that stupid look on his face. **throws a light bulb**. Get the clue Clark, she's not right for you.

Talon. I'm sick already. What is she even doing there? Thats Lois apartment now. And Tess owns the building. What is she doing in there that late at night without the cops hauling her ass to jail? WHY? More flirty talk from Lana. Another stupid grin from Clark. And Clark just took a big step back emotionally. Great. Just what I wanted to see. Something else. You don't need to kiss someone to have closure. Closure can happy without a kiss. I'm not going to cut PS3 any slack on this garbage. Its unneccessary, its repetitive, and its poor writing period. One of the worse endings of an episode ever on Smallville. I hoped that the preview for next week would give me hope but that was like pouring rubbing alcohol on my burning body.

All in all: The episode was good, and the setup was there. Not too much of the Pink, one short scene of Chloe, and an episode that focused almost soley on Clark, other JL members, and a DC character. What more could I ask for? Oh yeah! AN ENDING THAT MAKES SENSE. You do all of this just so that Clark can come to the conclusion that he and Lana can still be together? This is good for Clark? Let me tell you, there not only better be a light at the end of the tunnel in next week's episode. It better be the size of a small moon and it better be Clark that sees it NOT Lana. Otherwise this would have been one of the worst turn of events this show has ever done. Labyrinth part 2.

Lana, shut the hell up. That fight was a joke and your hair shifts positions. Next.

Oliver was used very well. I liked how he and Clark went about their investigations seperately but still ended up in the same place. They have different methods, but deep down they are both good people. If they ever get over their rivalry they can be a good team.

MM of course was great in his two scenes, but again.. why do they bring this guy on the show and barely use him? He should have at least 6 minutes of screentime every time he's on. Its getting ridiculous. They don't realize what a good character they have here. But I bet they appreciate the hell out of Lana. UGH.

Turpin and his story was one of the best for a guest star I can remember. Bryan Miller is the best writer on the show currently. His storylines have a pace and a flow to them unlike any other writer. And nothing is there just to be there. There's always a point to even the most innocent lines. SV got a real winner there.

I didn't mind Tess in her last scene, but the Lana stuff was just puke worthy.

A big thumbs up for the Lois convo. While I felt that Chloe was adding a little guilt trip on her own part, at least she asked Clark a pointed question when speaking about Lois. I wish she would have let him say what he wanted to say before interrupting him though. She gave him an escape. Clark needs to verbalize how he feels. I would have loved to hear what he was going to say.

Clark was fantastic in every way for all of the episode, except those last 3 minutes. One of the best episodes of the season for him, except for those last 3 minutes. I can't say enough about him and how proud he made me.. except for those last 3 minutes. It would have been perfect episode for him.. if not for those last. 3. minutes!

If not for that ending and the Lana worship, this could have been a high 9 or even a low 10. It was a much better episode than Legion which I gave a 8. So I'm going to give it a 9. One of the best of the season.

Next week an important question will finally be answered: Raw sewage > Power? Stay Tuned.

P.S. Sorry for the delay everyone, I'm under the weather here. Hopefully its good enough.

Cedric, You have outdone yourself!!!! [laughing out loud and cheering]!

I love your perspective on Clark's emotional regression, and how even remotely hinting at the idea of rekindling his relationship with Lana-Fu would somehow be good for his character! Bravo!

The wig innuendo I have to say had me in stitches! I've bolded my favorite parts!!! Loved the whole thing though!! Oh, you kill me!!:rotfl:Bravo!!!!!!!


I hope you're feeling better BTW! Thanks for the review!:D

[hero`s passion]

not that bad, that I thought before watch it...Lana-Fu was great!!!! I laughed as a child!!!! she is a cool mighty ninja!!!!! So funny and stupid!!!!!!:rotfl::lol:

[alejandrita439]

as always i enjoyed reading your review Cedric...
continue with this :D



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Talon. I'm sick already. What is she even doing there? Thats Lois apartment now. And Tess owns the building. What is she doing in there that late at night without the cops hauling her ass to jail? WHY?
i was wondering the same :lol:

[BadToad]

:lol: Cedric, you slay me!

But wow, very favorable number you gave there.

[Bizarrolover]

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Talon. I'm sick already. What is she even doing there? Thats Lois apartment now. And Tess owns the building. What is she doing in there that late at night without the cops hauling her ass to jail? WHY?

The Talon is really a strange place. I understand that the resindents of the apartment have access to the coffee house when it's closed (well, I don't), but does that give them the right to use the coffee machine 24/7? How did Lana get in there anyway?

Excellet review, Cedric!

[Cyclops1974]

Who the hell hit the reset button?!?!?!?!?

First of all, what happened to Doomsday, last episode we see him breaking out of his crystal cocoon and now you just expect him to come rampaging towards metropolis... but no... Like he's vanished. Like he doesn't even exist...

But than this episode started working. We can see how Clark learns a thing or two about being a hero. About the good in people. About teamwork. We can see that the cops learn how to accept costumed vigilantes helping them.

But goddamn, just when Clark was about to become Superman... The way he looked at the kid with the red cape. I think he started liking the idea of becoming a disguised hero. I think he started liking the idea of wearing a cape!

Just when that all was about to happen... Clana again. Almost like we went back three seasons...

Bummer. Just a 7.

[Mr.Magic]

How did Lana get in there anyway?

Chloe's, Jimmy's or Lois's key. It's not like they need all three at the moment, being out of town and all that.

[Lis]

Another amazing review Cedric!


Clark was fantastic in every way for all of the episode, except those last 3 minutes. One of the best episodes of the season for him, except for those last 3 minutes. I can't say enough about him and how proud he made me.. except for those last 3 minutes. It would have been perfect episode for him.. if not for those last. 3. minutes! I agree. And you know - for those last 3 minutes - seeing Clark in the Talon it reminded me episode Labyrinth. It was such a great episode too, except for the ending. (And like I could see in your review, you mentioned the episode as well).


Bryan Miller is the best writer on the show currently. His storylines have a pace and a flow to them unlike any other writer. And nothing is there just to be there. There's always a point to even the most innocent lines. SV got a real winner there. I agree. I really love his writing. Yes, I love his writing. Committed and Bulletproof were both written perfectly!

I enjoyed the review.
Thanks for sharing. :)

[e-µ-i]

I gave it 8 for the sole fact that CK was wearing black jacket and a badge, plus Tess finally stopped protecting Lex.

[geminis]

I have a theory. When BM found out he was writing this episode, they informed him that he only needs to write 37 minutes of show. He was confused as to the ending and what their plan was, but he wrote a really good 37 minute episode. BM's episode ended with Clark's scene with the cop, when the cop asked if Clark has someone who makes it all worth it, and Clark gives us that little look of realization and smile. BM wrote it intending that Lois be the obvious person that Clark was thinking about. He assumed the episode would just be a short one. He hands in the script, and he's done.

Then, in the secret back room of the CW, a phone call takes place. The doors locked, the lights are low, and the conversation is whispered back and forth. The show tapes, everyone thinks they're done, and then, without warning, TW and KK are called back to the set. They are sat down for a meeting with the showrunners, who announce that they will be filming an additional scene that will be added to the end of the episode. They get the script, and, shocked, ask "WTF is going on?".

TW says, "This doesn't sound like BM's work. If I didn't know any better, I'd say this was Al/Mi....... oh sh....... You've got to be effing kidding me!".

KK asks, "What? What is it? What's wrong?".

TW responds, "K, it's just that Smallville has changed. It's no longer a show that's centered around everyone's obsession with Lana. The show is now about Clark moving forward, the other characters finding their destiny and place in Clark's life. This change started with season 8, and it only came about because Al/Miles left at the end of season 7. And now, reading this scene, it's like season 7 all over again".

KK says, "Um, I noticed in my contract that Al/Miles still have creative control over my character on the show, and if Lana was to return, they must be the ones who write the Lana story arc. Didn't you know?".

TW looks around. The showrunners hang their heads in shame.
"We're sorry Tom, there's nothing we could do about it. We had to call them as soon as we got the script, and they faxed us over the end scene. We've got no choice".

KK responds "I'm sorry Tom, I didn't want to be Queen Lana either, but it's in my contract. Can we just hurry and film this scene, for old times sake?".

TW thinks about it for a moment. He decides that for the good of the show's eighth season, and the possibilities that episodes 15-22 will explore, that he'll suck it up and film the scene.

"Okay guys, we just about have it in the can. But, Tom, is it possible to re-shoot the part after the kiss, because you look a bit like Forest Gump after he gets kissed."

TW, back straight and standing firm, replies "No, I will not reshoot that scene. I played Clark true to character with my facial expressions. If the words coming out of his mouth can't be true to the character, the least I can do is use my face to express Clark Kent's true core".

"Okay, fine, whatever, we'll just end it two seconds after the awkward kiss, that's fine. I'm sure we'll have a chance to get a better kiss next week with Power, anyways".

"What the fu..............? I quit."

Theory? Sounds like fact to me. :lol:

With this small and poorly written addition:

"You can't quit. Because we have some interesting stuff planned for March and beyond. It'll sweep you off your feet, it's so madly amazing. First off, Clark runs to Lois, and..."

"Lois? She's back??? Sign me right up!" TW grabs a pen. "But for season 9 Lois has to be in ALL of the episodes."

KK: "The phones are ringing off the hook to book me and nobody messes with Lois and Clark. Lana said a long ago that the best relationships start like Lois and Clark. I'd appreciate it if her words were finally honored. Plus, these extensions are really hideous. Lana has to go."

"Nice working with you, Kristin. Good luck. Everything agreed? Now where do I sign?"

Cedric, my friend. Curse that rotten weather; it got to me too. That and a Pinky rash.

May I say that your version is the only way I'd watch The View and Dora. I'm all for bilingual education, but Clark improved Dora rather handily, just like he did Meredith. Kudos. But I was right there with you throwing light bulbs at him. No wonder Oliver attempts to rip holes in him left and right.

I have very fond memories of your barbecue at the Kents; that fake steak was making me as hungry as Davis for some good barbecue. And thats despite the nausea. Then there was the Clark electrocution dance and Oliver's Home Depot nervous system paralyzing darts and Lana importantly unimportant; genius!

Martian Manhunter is sorely underused and bless you for not being an ageist.

Lex has a thing for psychotic women, doesn't he? *wait for it: TM... LLL*

As for Tess, I think it wasn't just two scoops, I think it was the buffet.

Turpin's kid is pretty accident prone, isn't he? Just saying.

And Lana, uncover the mirrors, the extensions are looking worse for the wear. I'm not a fashion maven, but even I'm starting to notice.

Clark had me on my feet applauding for the ricochet off of his self. Bulletproof vest-*ha, ha, the jokes on the dirty cop, or should I say in him* And what redeemed him from the last 3 minutes for me was the last 3 seconds. Because he ended the awkwardness and it looked like he might be realizing that it was.

One last thing: "raw sewage > Power" ??? oooo, *high hat cymbal crash* good one. Time will tell.

[Sv.LoisLane]

Cedric... that was one of your best reviews.

The Monopoly line cracked me up :rotfl: and what came after it was just as good.

*applauds*

[Mars Investigations]

An excellent episode - a filler episode, of course, but a good one.

Enough time was spent with Danny and the other cops that it allowed us to become invested in the storyline. John had less of a role than I was hoping for, but Oliver had some great scenes. The cop "lynch mob" was a great way to add a twist to a storyline that could have been bland and unoriginal, and I loved the fact that Clark used his own mind to get through the investigation. He needed Chloe to establish a fake identity for him, but from there on, he managed on his own.

Speaking of which: Chloe warning Clark not to hurt Lois was fantastically written. In fact, everything on this show seems much sharper, sleeker than earlier seasons.

The Lana/Tess plot was what made this episode for me, though. From their fight at the Isis Foundation to the revelation about Lex to Tess' betrayal, everything was spot-on. I can't wait to find out who Lana is working with!

The Clana kiss didn't bother me as much as it has some others, for several reasons:

It was well set-up.
Lana's only around for a few more episodes - nothing permanent is going to happen.
It's not retreading the same path, because they are completely different characters and they're both aware that they won't really work as a couple.
PS3 haven't given us a reason to doubt them yet.
All in all, this episode grabs a 9 OUT OF 10 for me. The last point was knocked off because I was hoping for more focus on the serialised storylines.

[ChaosMaster16]

Great episode except for the end, for me it wasn't needed. Loved the idea of teamwork in the future for CK and also thought Tess' storyline took an interesting twist.


Yes, I am very surpised, happy, and doubtful of the Tess storyline. I hope it gets better though, and not worse.

[President_Luthor]

This episode was great -- nicely written, all the storylines (Lana - Tess, Clark and the crooked cops, Jones, Ollie, Chloe's pep talk re: Clark and Lois) meshed together. And yes, Lana and Tess' rrrowrr girlicious scrap at the Isis Foundation -- hair flipping around and clenched teeth -- was smokin' :eek: And Tess all sweaty in her martial arts training? All I can say is wow ... and mmm!

Cassidy did a great job as Tess this episode. She played both conniving -and- vulnerable, and it was believable. Tess was -literally- Lex's eyes and ears and, if not for Lana's revelation, she had already proven that Lex chose well. It made sense that she wasn't going to mope around in slippers and a bathrobe, but go out with Ollie (itch scratching?! :lol:). She's a hurricane slowly building strength and we can only imagine what the fallout will be when Lex shows up.

[Tompouce]

[quote=e-µ-i;4375247]I gave it 8 for the sole fact that CK was wearing black jacket and a badge/quote]
You are right, Clark is HOT with these clothes (I mean more than usual if it is possible:p)