I find it interesting that there are so many opinions out there, ranging from "not enough Clark in the episode", "why can't he fly yet when everyone else is?", analyzing plot and character developement, Chlollie bashing, the writers interpreting the mythos differently, Lois and Clark's relationship, where is JorEl while the Kandorians are in the FOS?, Doomsday finale haters... just to name a few.
Smallville has a huge fan base and one of the most loyal followings of any television show out there and it seems that every week I read so many comments on here where people nit pick and criticize every last detail. I understand that people are passionate about the show but has anyone just sat back and watched it for the entertainment value? I've been a Smallville fan from day one and not once have I disliked or criticized a single episode with the exception of HERO in Season 7. The chewing gum plug was a cheap marketing ploy and they only brought Pete back for nostalgia purposes when his character had already run it's course.
Smallville has always been about Clark's journey from a shy insecure teenager with super powers and a heart of gold to the man we all know will one day take to the sky. So what if he can't fly yet? The show wouldn't have the dramatic impact it currently has if he could. The only reason the Kandorians (and Kara) can fly is because they weren't raised on Earth. Clark was brought up in a human environment and it's his humanity that has kept him grounded thus far. It's his struggle with his Kryptonian heritage and his human upbringing that's been the core focus of the show since it began.
As far as character development is concerned, Clark has come a long way this season. He's beginning to fine tune that balance between his Kryptonian side and his "human attachments" and I have no doubt the writers have already laid out the foundation for what is surely going to be the ultimate payoff when Clark finally takes to the sky. If he could fly now he would BE Superman and the show would be over! But... since we all know there's going to be a Season 10 I don't see that happening in these last few episodes. The fact that Zod and the rest of his army can fly only makes for good dramatic story telling, and it's going to be very interesting to see how Clark defeats them without that ability yet (as we all know he will).
Instead of analyzing and picking apart every show... just sit back and be entertained for an hour. Clark's journey is almost complete and when the series finale comes a year from now there'll be nothing left to complain about. I have no doubt the writers are planning the ultimate conclusion to Clark becoming Superman so lets all just get on board, strap in, and enjoy the ride
Smallville has a huge fan base and one of the most loyal followings of any television show out there and it seems that every week I read so many comments on here where people nit pick and criticize every last detail. I understand that people are passionate about the show but has anyone just sat back and watched it for the entertainment value? I've been a Smallville fan from day one and not once have I disliked or criticized a single episode with the exception of HERO in Season 7. The chewing gum plug was a cheap marketing ploy and they only brought Pete back for nostalgia purposes when his character had already run it's course.
Smallville has always been about Clark's journey from a shy insecure teenager with super powers and a heart of gold to the man we all know will one day take to the sky. So what if he can't fly yet? The show wouldn't have the dramatic impact it currently has if he could. The only reason the Kandorians (and Kara) can fly is because they weren't raised on Earth. Clark was brought up in a human environment and it's his humanity that has kept him grounded thus far. It's his struggle with his Kryptonian heritage and his human upbringing that's been the core focus of the show since it began.
As far as character development is concerned, Clark has come a long way this season. He's beginning to fine tune that balance between his Kryptonian side and his "human attachments" and I have no doubt the writers have already laid out the foundation for what is surely going to be the ultimate payoff when Clark finally takes to the sky. If he could fly now he would BE Superman and the show would be over! But... since we all know there's going to be a Season 10 I don't see that happening in these last few episodes. The fact that Zod and the rest of his army can fly only makes for good dramatic story telling, and it's going to be very interesting to see how Clark defeats them without that ability yet (as we all know he will).
Instead of analyzing and picking apart every show... just sit back and be entertained for an hour. Clark's journey is almost complete and when the series finale comes a year from now there'll be nothing left to complain about. I have no doubt the writers are planning the ultimate conclusion to Clark becoming Superman so lets all just get on board, strap in, and enjoy the ride
I never read a comic... the only thing that I knew about Superman was that he can fly and I know that he eventually will in SV. Oh and also that he is faster than a bullet lol...well letīs enjoy the ride, even if that happens on S10 last episode.
Anyways...watched the ep again... loooved it!
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