Rate the Episode!!!

[tierneygreen]

I gave it a 1. Yep, that's right, a 1. I'm flabbergasted at the amount of praise being heaped on this woefully disappointing ending to a lackluster season. My reasons are many for why this show has become a farce in my opinion. Read through the "Didn't Like It" thread for all those reasons, and more.

[kittenkong80]

I gave it a 10.

I read the entire "Didn't Like It" thread and much of the whining and ranting left me shaking my head. As if those who complain of horrendous writing could do any better, really? Truly?

So what makes it a 10 for me?

We were finally given the big story. Jacob versus ???. Those that think the loophole was simply get someone else to wield the knife, I think, are oversimplifying things. I'm sure there's much more to it than that.

While some find Juliet and Kate's changing their minds to be unbelievable, I found it thoroughly believable. Especially Juliet. I think she switched sides because she, a doctor, saw that as a way to save not only the man she loves, but the most people they could possibly save if the plan worked. It was a very selfless sacrifice that she would have to know would doom her to being Ben's obsession.

We finally got to see why these people in particular survived the initial plan crash - Jacob touched them - he has a purpose for them.

Rose and Bernard were the voices of sanity during an insane time. I believe they are meant to show the Losties where their hearts should be and exemplify the type of people Jacob has been trying to bring to the island to prove ??? wrong.

Miles - I loved when he pointed out that they were likely fulfilling some kind of Greek tragedy by causing events that they were trying to prevent. Bravo.

Hurley - a truly good soul - the only one Jacob gave the choice to as to whether or not he'd return. And I believe that his making it Hugo's choice rather than using coercion is what made Hurley get on that plane.

Poor Sayid. His interaction with Jacob has to make me wonder if Jacob is the good guy after all. Jacob basically caused the conditions which caused Nadia's death. He also enabled Sawyer to write that letter. Makes me wonder if the negative LOST screen at the end is indicative that those "black" characters are the good guys while those wearing the white hats are the bad guys.

And this particular cliff hanger leaves much to debate over the long months ahead.

[-DJ-]

I couldn't sleep after watching it. I'm harsh on ratings (example: I gave "Man behind a curtain," an eight.)
But this, this was a master-piece. Calling it an episode, is a complete under-statement.
Amazing Episode. Amazing. Amazing. Amazing.

10.

[Hunkyhurley]

This was such an amazing episode. They somehow are still keeping us guessing after 5 years.... they gave us plenty of information this season and yet we are CLUELESS as to what will happen in season 6. IMO that equals amazing writing

10+

[Trevski]

Whatever the flaws, it was completely and utterly compelling. Its got to be a 10. Absolutely jaw dropping and edge of the seat stuff all the way through for me.

[BrothaJefe316]

To the 20-some-odd voters who rated this 5 or lower... I really am curious. Come on. Seriously? Are those joke votes or for real? If you seriously rated this episode 5 or lower, I'm honestly curious why.

[Chrysander]

Poop, I give it 2/10. I liked the initial scene with Jacob, and it was good that they have revealed him. Much of the acting was strong as usual. But in terms of content and story, this was ridiculous and shoddy, typical of what I've come to expect ever since the start of season four.

[jacob815]

Dude! That was amazing!!!!! I wish i could rate the episode "108" lol. At the end of the episode after the lost logo appeared my hands were shaking! BEST EPISODE EVER!!!!

[MyLost]

I have to rewatch this before I vote. I thought it was terrible. Bouncing around. I was at my sisters and things were a bit chaotic so maybe if I watch it quietly it will be better. That terrible end of the season march music was back like the end of season 4. I should listen to it carefully and find out what it is. I hope I like it better. Also, didn't TPTB over the years say that this was not about science fiction, nor time travel and that it would be explained. Or did I dream that.

[SenatorKent]

It was very mythologically and emotionally dense, but as far as philosophically the show has been lacking lately.