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Killjoys “Schooled” was directed by Ruba Nadda with a story by Jennifer Kennedy and Julian Doucet and Doucet providing the teleplay. Nadda has primarily directed films and shorts that she’s written herself, and Kennedy’s other credits include Justified, King, and The Wilkinsons. It’s another fast paced episode that reveals more mysteries than it answers.
I loved getting to see Delle and Dutch “hate-flirting”! But Delle knows that there is more to Dutch being there than simply delivering kids. John and Pawter make a great team as they “science this shit” to figure out what happened to the kids. As it turns out Pawter and Delle grew up together – as all the Nine did. Pawter tells John that “chemistry’s a bitch, and so am I” – she and Delle have a complicated history.
Chambers wants Delle to answer for her crimes. Dutch shoots Delle when she refuses to act as bait! Dutch has figured out that whatever Delle is up to, it’s not being sanctioned by her own people.
Dutch tells Delle that they are at Prodigy to try to recover Khylen’s last transmission. Delle says it doesn’t make sense because she and Khylen always communicate on a schedule – but she doesn’t say what about. Chambers doesn’t trip the sensors because she is merely a digital ghost – a holo-projection. Pawter discovers that Chambers was liquefied with all the kids, but not all the kids where liquefied – Olan is still alive! D’Avin is attacked and electrocuted by a tiny robot after the kids hear an announcement at a frequency only they can hear.
Jake comes to John for help. He knows there’s something wrong with his brother. Pawter and D’Avin put the other kids in the cryo-chambers. Pawter tells D’Avin the pods are safe. The other children were liquefied by a massive data surge – Khylen’s data dump, right? But at least it wasn’t Olan. However, the data dump is now IN Olan. Olan is terrified that John is simply going to hand him over to the company for more experiments.
John tells Olan that Chambers was trying to save him and that the data dump has affected him. John tells him he wants to help him.
It was nice to see the return of Delle. I’m hoping we get more interaction between Delle and Pawter at some point in the future. I’m really liking the dynamic between Dutch and Alvis, and I hope we see more of it. Khylen and Fancy are also going to make a great team. I’m starting to see more of the attraction between John and Pawter too. What did you think of the episode? Any guesses as to what’s in that data dump? I’m wondering if we will see more of D’Avin and John’s family coming up… Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!
Killjoys “Meet the Parents” was written by Adam Barken and directed by Jeff Renfroe, whose other credits include Houdini and Doyle, Beauty and the Beast, and Being Human. Interestingly, Barken also wrote episode five in the first season! This is another pretty intense episode with the action taking place on two fronts and the major season arcs seeing some developments.
Meanwhile, John (Aaron Ashmore) is once again off helping Pawter (Sarah Power). As the title would suggest, we get to meet some parents in this episode, including seeing Pawter’s father, Weymer (Andrew Gillies) again. The episode includes one of the most awkward family dinners ever. The butler, in particular, has a shattering experience.
Dutch ends up being only a slightly better judge of character than Fancy (Sean Baek). Fancy gets a several shocks as the episode unfolds. Pawter has to act quickly to lend a hand. We get some answers as to why D’Avin was immune. John has to make a choice. Dutch comes to some important realizations.
Why do my teeth ache?
I was a carpenter once.
When is a daughter not welcome home?
So much water it’s like being licked by angels.
I’m right here. You just have to let me in.
Push back. Improvise.
Use the science. Help the others.
Sometimes we have choices, and sometimes we don’t.
Professional opinion? I don’t like the look of that fog.
I have to stop that bomb.
To protect what you love, you must become something that you hate.
Be a bit more explain-y.
They serve drinks in pine cones. How cute is that?
This is flirting? Because I remember it being less uncomfortable.
Let’s go meet the family!
The last time your head went weird, you tried to kill me.
Your reaction to this is exactly what we’re looking for.
You are welcome to step outside and find some other technology.
When you love two people equally, you have to make a choice. You have to choose the one who makes you a better man.
Don’t forget to tune in to Killjoys on Syfy tonight at 9/8c!
2016 Character Cup - Final Four
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Note 1 - Once the poll software took out multiple votes from round 3, yet another poll has to be re-done. This time it will be Laurel Lance vs. Buffy Summers. I apologize to everyone who is following the rules, AGAIN. It would be fan-freaking-tastic if people would only vote once per poll. I really don't want to still be voting on this contest in August. I appreciate your help in this.
It's Final Four time for the 2016 Character Cup and for the first time ever, all the characters still standing are female, guaranteeing a second female champion. Congratulations to all Shaw, Kara, Lexa, and Buffy fans. It should be a great race to the finish. Please remember to encourage your fandoms to play honestly and to get the word out. Over in our Favorite Villains side, the final 4 contestants are all male, balancing things out a bit. Don't forget to vote for your favorites there too. A huge thanks to Rendy for creating the following image for our contest. Awesome, isn't it? Sorry I couldn't get it posted before when all these characters were still in it. Tech glitches, urgh. I hope you guys urge Rendy to enter the banner contest, which is open until August 1 for anyone interested, and don't forget to check out his blog. Until tomorrow, hit the comments section to talk about your TV pet peeves and happy voting!
Prediction Contest - Today we add a new person in contention for the prediction contest. Kirov continues to lead with 78 points but Good Samaritan moves to second with 72 points. Suzana and Paola continue to be tied for 3rd with 71 points. Nice job predicting!
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Today's TV Talk Topic: TV Pet Peeves
Today it's all about TV pet peeves. What irks you about TV these days? Is there a TV trope you hate? Are there things certain genres do that drive you up a wall? Is there anything that has become so clichéd that you groan even thinking about it? Is there a character type that just drives you batty? Feel free to vent away. Hopefully we'll all feel better afterwards.
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The sixth episode of season 3, entitled "Dog Day," saw the crew finally rescuing Slattery and the captured officers. Unfortunately, their success comes at a cost, as Cruz loses his life to the Vampirates. This development in the captured crew members plot did wonders in showcasing Travis Van Winkle's abilities as an actor. When I say he brought the emotion in this episode, I mean it. The look on his face as he sits by a dying Cruz is enough to make you want to binge on a tub of Ben & Jerry's, then curl up into the fetal position. Bravo, Mr. Van Winkle, on your best performance as Danny Green to date.
The next episode, called "In The Dark," follows the crew as they attempt to make their way back to America, with Takehaya and his sick, pregnant wife in tow. Their Nathan James team runs into a bit of a problem, though, as they discover they are being tailed by Chinese ships. With his knowledge of the waters the crew is trying to navigate, Takehaya offers his assistance in helping the crew evade their enemy. The writers' decision to cast Takehaya in the role of savior in this episode highlights the thing I've loved most about this season. In contrast to previous years, the enemies of season 3 really flip flop between dark and light. You never really know where anybody's allegiances lie. That certainly makes for rich storytelling.
Back in the United States, President Michener is confronted with sins of the past. When it is revealed to the media that he brought his infected son into a safe zone during the initial outbreak, thus killing everyone around them, Michener commits suicide. While I am glad the writers utilized this piece of Michener's past, which was first brought up in season 2, I am a little disappointed that they chose to kill off the president. I would have liked to see Michener stand his ground despite what the press was saying about him. Granted, having the character commit suicide will surely add all sorts of new drama, but I feel that this plot point represents a rich opportunity for character development.
"Dog Day" Episode Score: 10 Anchors Out of 10
"In The Dark" Episode Score: 9 Anchors Out of 10
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Killjoys “Schooled” was directed by Ruba Nadda with a story by Jennifer Kennedy and Julian Doucet and Doucet providing the teleplay. Nadda has primarily directed films and shorts that she’s written herself, and Kennedy’s other credits include Justified, King, and The Wilkinsons. It’s another fast paced episode that reveals more mysteries than it answers.
We find out what happened to Pawter (Sarah Powers) and that she has a hidden talent – or two. Alvis (Morgan Kelly) makes an appearance too, but the episode really focuses on John (Aaron Ashmore), D’Avin, and Dutch. Though they do run into another old “friend” - Delle Seyah Kendry (Mayo Nguyen).
Look for a return to form in the fight department – there’s one really good one! John is surprised by someone’s technical abilities. There’s also a really interesting game of two lies and one truth.
And finally, here are some dialogue teases – in no particular order. See how many you can link to the character!
You lead, I shoot, Johnny gives a shit.
I do love a road trip.
You suck the fun out of everything.
If we get attacked by zombie kids, I’m going to be so mad.
I like your hair. I’ll sell that first.
I need to know who’s behind this.
Don’t you dare fantasize about this later.
I’m starting to think my demons are haunting all of us.
Ok. Now it’s weird.
A brother will always have your back.
You work for the RAC. I don’t want to get you in trouble.
He may be a scootch late.
My tribe’s more fun.
What’s it like living a life so free of nuance?
I promised I’d come back for you, and I did.
Chemistry’s a bitch and so am I!
You’re no one’s bus driver, and I’m not a fool.
You are a shitty big brother.
That is how a bar brawl is born.
It’s a lot creepy.
Don’t forget to tune in to Killjoys, Friday, July 22 at 9/8C on Syfy!
Killjoys “Wild, Wild, Westerley” was written by Sean Reycraft and directed by Martin Wood. Both are new to the show, which may help explain why this episode felt different for me. Reycraft’s other credits include Finding Carter, The Vampire Diaries and Degrassi: The Next Generation, which might explain the increased humor and somewhat less serious tone. Wood’s other credits include effects and sci-fi heavy shows like Cedar Grove, Sanctuary, and Stargate: Atlantis and Stargate SG-1.
John is clearly happy to see Pawter – and she is happy to see him. He wants her to appeal to her mother for help to get off Westerley, but she’s determined to stay. I did love the bit when they warn her about the body being gruesome, and she laughs at them, telling them the last guy she saw came in holding his own intestines, but “ew, mummy….”
I liked the title “Shaft” because it works on two levels – always an easy sell for me. Of course it refers to the mining shaft the team goes down – and specifically the one we first see Dutch through, but it also refers to the team getting the shaft from Turin and Turin getting the shaft from the RAC… The episode was written by another newcomer – Jon Cooksey – and was also directed by Martin Wood. Wood really manages to capture the lighting effects and contrasts which really caught my notice in the first season. Cooksey’s other credits include Arctic Air, The Collector, and Rugrats. The emphasis does seem to be on the more cartoon potential of the show, which is a shame in my opinion. And don't get me wrong - I'm a huge fan of graphic novels and comics, but I'd rather not see Killjoys as a Saturday morning cartoon...
Turin tells them that Khylen is behind a covered up rescue signal for a team of Killjoy salvagers that came from the Northern Badlands. The team is interested because Khylen was interested, so they head to the rescue. We get a lot of tight shots of them driving around the Badlands – which seemed like a cheap and somewhat boring way to avoid a lot of CGI… The do find the ship from the salvagers and it is mysteriously covered in moss – on the inside!
John makes contact with Pawter. She tells him that she’s determined to do some good – as a way of getting justice for Hills. In the end, her father, Weymer (Andrew Gillies), refuses to rescue her from Springhill anyway.
Dutch, D’Avin, and John find Tania (Lina Roessler), who is frantic for them to come down into the mines with her to help save her sister Deanna. She tells them that Paulo (Zach Apostoleris) attacked them. Tania tells them that they were sent to salvage a monk. Alvis comes in handy as a former miner, and tells them that the Scarbacks all started in the mines.
The team is separated after John tries to take Tania back to Lucy and Tania freaks out and causes a cave in. The moss turns out to be a disgusting organism. I loved John’s description that they look like angry vaginas! And it’s brilliant to call them moss-ipedes! In the end, they eat Tania – and have clearly eaten Paulo and Deanna. Their bites cause hallucinations. They realize that the mine hasn’t been played out at all – there are still lots of crystals – but it was shut down because of the moss-ipedes.
Meanwhile, Alvis has found the Monk – and apparently his faith as well. He takes the knife from the Monk. Alvis is the one to save Dutch, but telling her that he’s not leaving without her, so if she wants to save him, she’s going to have to get them both out of there. On their way out, they make another discovery – the moss-ipedes run away from D’Avin!
The episode ends with Dutch telling Turin that she’s done taking orders. From now on, they’ll do things her way. So lots of interesting mysteries set up and already starting to dovetail together. Ashmore has settled back into his character a little more quickly than the others. We never got to see much of Alvis last season, so I hope they don’t just sideline him on Leith. I like the idea of a bigger team – and us getting to see more of Alvis – and more Pree, please! What did you think of the episodes? Theories on who has knocked out Pawter? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!
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