LOST is back
Courtesy of ABC
There comes a time once a year that I get so excited for television. As of this past Tuesday, it's officially that time of year. LOST has finally returned from its eight-month hiatus for the final time. It is the sixth and final season, which makes me kind of sad.
I've literally been watching each and every episode of LOST since it's pilot episode on September 22, 2004. I've been a loyal LOST fan through thick and thin, and now we're at the beginning of the end. I really had mixed emotions going into the premiere this past Tuesday. On one hand, I was super excited a new season was starting, but on the other - I knew it was the last season. But I have high hopes. I know this series is going to go out with a bang. It's a bit curious, really.
The producers of LOST announced a time-table for the final season of LOST over three years ago. I think this showed a tremendous amount of courage and brilliance. This is not one of those series that is being dragged out until it meets its own demise, just for ratings. No - not at all. They had an ending....over three years ago. They knew where, in the upcoming seasons, they wanted to take it and wanted to end it. I think this gives us, as viewers, reassurance in the plot and some closure that hopefully (some of) our questions will be answered.
I saw an interesting talk from TED with J.J. Abrams back in 2008. For those who don't know, J.J. Abrams is one of the creators of LOST. He talks about the "mystery box" and what it represents and how critical it is to keep some mystery from the viewer. By doing this, it allows the viewer to utilize their imagination instead of having all the answers handed to them on a silver platter. So, with this concept that J.J. believes so strongly in, I have a feeling that not all our questions will be answered. And, that's okay with me.
Unfortunately, LOST is one of those shows that if you've missed an episode or have never watched it before (even worse), you'll have no clue what is going on. As insignificant some people may view some episodes individually, they all provide clues to the bigger picture. So, if you've never watched it before, don't start now. Start from Season 1. If you know me personally and you're interested in watching LOST, let me know. I've got all five seasons on DVD.
