"24" 2005...Cool or crud?

Gaz · 01-13-2005, 08:43 AM

I have not particularly enjoyed the previous seasons of “24.” The show starts out strong, but simply cannot sustain the “cliffhanger of the week” bit over 24 episodes. By hour 13, I am ready for it to be over. The plot twists become tedious and I find myself irritated at the rank stupidity of the top counterterrorist organization in the country.

Still, I set a “24” Season Pass on my TiVo. Each time I bring up the “Now Playing” screen, there is “24,” waiting for me to hit PLAY.

The problem is: I have zero interest in watching it. I considered just canceling the SP and dumping the episodes on the hard drive, but the thought that this season might be different stays my hand.

Without giving me any spoilers, is the 2005 version of “24” worth my time?

xoxo~
Gaz
Leaning against “24” at the moment.

The Rick · 01-13-2005, 08:53 AM

I'm liking it so far.

The basic plot (so far) is that the Secretary of Defense (along with his daughter, who also is Jack's new flame) has been kidnapped by terrorist. The terrorist are going to try him for "war crimes" and are going to broadcast the trial over the Internet. They've done one broadcast so far and it looked frighteningly similar to the beheadings that have been performed in Iraq.

One of the things that's maybe good about this season is that it's pretty much a whole new cast. I think, so far, Jack and Chloe (CTU) are the only holdovers from last season. No Kim or anything (guess that could change though). Other than Chloe, there's a whole new staff at CTU.

Frankie · 01-13-2005, 08:56 AM

I'm watching "24" for the first time this year. Not terrible. But real corny. The writing is not so good. "Alias" is way better (though I haven't watched any of that this year.)

Calcountry · 01-14-2005, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Frankie

I'm watching "24" for the first time this year. Not terrible. But real corny. The writing is not so good. "Alias" is way better (though I haven't watched any of that this year.)

The mother of Berus is a real cold icy Bitch, wouldn't you say Frankie?

Frankie · 01-14-2005, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by bunnytrdr

The mother of Berus is a real cold icy Bitch, wouldn't you say Frankie?

She is. Shohreh Aghdashloo, btw, was a very respected stage and film actress in Iran. During the Shah's time, when real cheap and shallow movies where the predominant body of Iranian cinema, she, in her 20s then, would only accept roles in those rare, deeper, artsier films. Not interested in getting rich I guess. I'm glad she's getting some opportunities here now.

BTW, it would be Behrooz, not Berus. I know because that's my older brother's name.

Deberg_1990 · 01-14-2005, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Frankie

She is. Shohreh Aghdashloo, btw, was a very respected stage and film actress in Iran. During the Shah's time, when real cheap and shallow movies where the predominant body of Iranian cinema, she, in her 20s then, would only accept roles in those rare, deeper, artsier films. Not interested in getting rich I guess. I'm glad she's getting some opportunities here now.

BTW, it would be Behrooz, not Berus. I know because that's my older brother's name.

This is one of my problems with this season thus far. All the middle eastern types must be terroists or thugs right? How typical? I cant believe she accepted such a streotypical role of a middle eastern terroist?? She was great in "House of Sand and Fog" but now she settles for this crap??

Frankie · 01-14-2005, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Deberg_1990

This is one of my problems with this season thus far. All the middle eastern types must be terroists or thugs right? How typical? I cant believe she accepted such a streotypical role of a middle eastern terroist?? She was great in "House of Sand and Fog" but now she settles for this crap??

How many parts do you think her agent can find for her? She is 52 and has an accent. Though I've heard her conversational English on the tube and I think she somewhat exaggerates her accent in the films. She has to work I guess.

**Baby Lee** · 01-14-2005, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Deberg_1990

This is one of my problems with this season thus far. All the middle eastern types must be terroists or thugs right? How typical? I cant believe she accepted such a streotypical role of a middle eastern terroist?? She was great in "House of Sand and Fog" but now she settles for this crap??

I hope they make good use of her talents and give her a real motivation behind her role.

**Saulbadguy** · 01-13-2005, 08:58 AM

Never seen it.

Frankie · 01-13-2005, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Saulbadguy

Never seen it.

That was real helpful, Saul.

Thanks.

**Saulbadguy** · 01-13-2005, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Frankie

That was real helpful, Saul.

Thanks.

No problem. All my friends watch all those kinda shows. I've had to suffer through some of them. Predictable plot, lame characters, crappy dialogue, and unbelievable storylines.

Frankie · 01-13-2005, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Saulbadguy

No problem. All my friends watch all those kinda shows. I've had to suffer through some of them. Predictable plot, lame characters, crappy dialogue, and unbelievable storylines.

I agree. I watched most of the first two seasons of "Alias." That's why I drew the comparison. At least "Alias" presents itself as more of a James Bond type of show (with better writing). I've found "24" pretencious and a bit selfish in that we are supposed to think it's realistic. It's not.

patteeu · 01-13-2005, 09:38 AM

So far so good, but like you said, it's tough to keep up the cliffhanger per show pace.

I watched every episode of the first season and then somehow missed the finale (no TIVO). I liked that first season, but missing the ending soured me on the series. I haven't watched again until this season. Don't know if I'll stick with it or not. I don't normally watch much TV so it probably won't make the cut even though the first couple of episodes have been typically enticing.

Eleazar · 01-13-2005, 09:00 AM

I've never seen it either.

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01-13-2005, 08:43 AM	Topic Starter
Gaz Defense Homer Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Rancho Gaz Casino cash: $10010793	"24" 2005...Cool or crud? I have not particularly enjoyed the previous seasons of “24.” The show starts out strong, but simply cannot sustain the “cliffhanger of the week” bit over 24 episodes. By hour 13, I am ready for it to be over. The plot twists become tedious and I find myself irritated at the rank stupidity of the top counterterrorist organization in the country. Still, I set a “24” Season Pass on my TiVo. Each time I bring up the “Now Playing” screen, there is “24,” waiting for me to hit PLAY. The problem is: I have zero interest in watching it. I considered just canceling the SP and dumping the episodes on the hard drive, but the thought that this season might be different stays my hand. Without giving me any spoilers, is the 2005 version of “24” worth my time? xoxo~ Gaz Leaning against “24” at the moment.
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01-13-2005, 08:53 AM	#2
The Rick Veteran Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Milwaukee, WI Casino cash: $7581320	I'm liking it so far. The basic plot (so far) is that the Secretary of Defense (along with his daughter, who also is Jack's new flame) has been kidnapped by terrorist. The terrorist are going to try him for "war crimes" and are going to broadcast the trial over the Internet. They've done one broadcast so far and it looked frighteningly similar to the beheadings that have been performed in Iraq. One of the things that's maybe good about this season is that it's pretty much a whole new cast. I think, so far, Jack and Chloe (CTU) are the only holdovers from last season. No Kim or anything (guess that could change though). Other than Chloe, there's a whole new staff at CTU.
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01-13-2005, 08:56 AM	#3
Frankie Banned Join Date: Jul 2001 Casino cash: $10004900	I'm watching "24" for the first time this year. Not terrible. But real corny. The writing is not so good. "Alias" is way better (though I haven't watched any of that this year.)
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01-13-2005, 08:58 AM	#10
Saulbadguy When a nightmare becomes real Join Date: Nov 2003 Casino cash: $2106966	Never seen it.
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01-13-2005, 09:38 AM	#14
patteeu The 23rd Pillar Join Date: Sep 2002 Casino cash: $10019237	So far so good, but like you said, it's tough to keep up the cliffhanger per show pace. I watched every episode of the first season and then somehow missed the finale (no TIVO). I liked that first season, but missing the ending soured me on the series. I haven't watched again until this season. Don't know if I'll stick with it or not. I don't normally watch much TV so it probably won't make the cut even though the first couple of episodes have been typically enticing. __________________ “Boy, you all want power. God, I hope you never get it.” - Lindsay Graham
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01-13-2005, 09:00 AM	#15
Eleazar Beyond the Rapids Join Date: May 2003 Location: Langley, VA Casino cash: $-370000	I've never seen it either.
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