So, another episode of LOST has come and gone! I think this was a good one, though I was impatient while I was watching it. I really wanted answers on Claire and am dying for the Jin and Sun reunion, so I didn’t enjoy it as much as I could have while I was actually watching it. Upon reflecting, though, it was a solid episode.
First, what was up with that cave that “Locke” took Sawyer into? Is that where Jacob’s lists came from? The names were assigned to THE numbers – 4, 8, 15, 16, 23, 42 – and I believe it was Jack, Sawyer, Jin/Sun, Hurley, Locke (now crossed off) and Sayid that weren’t crossed out. These were all people who had some sort of contact with Jacob off-island. However, what struck me was the fact that Kate wasn’t on the list, though she did have contact with Jacob. While it’s comforting that Jacob apparently finds Kate as irritating as I do, I wonder why she isn’t considered a candidate for his replacement.
Speaking of “candidate,” now we know what they were talking about regarding Frank Lapidus, when they asked if he was a candidate. And we also know (though it was long suspected) that there was a design in bringing all these particular people to the Island.
The flash sideways with Locke was interesting. It was neat to see how he met Hurley and Rose, and I was really glad he was still with Helen. Her comment about his father made me wonder if there was another reason Locke was in the wheelchair, and if he actually had a good relationship with his father. I also liked seeing Locke come to terms with his disability. I wonder what role Ben will play in his life.
So it looks like “Locke” has managed to recruit Sawyer, even though he failed with Richard. The question is why does he need to recruit people? And how is he going to get off the Island?
I’m sure I’m forgetting something, but that’s all I have for now. What do you guys think??
EDIT: Normally, I don't go back and edit these posts, even if I forgot something big, but when I woke up this morning, I realized I didn't talk about the little blond boy! Who is he? Does the fact that Sawyer could see him mean that he's a strong candidate? My husband thought it might be a young Jacob, but he talked about Jacob in the third person. And why is "Locke" now stuck in that one form according to Ilana, though he can clearly still change into the smoke monster?
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I know it seems sexist, but what if the candidate has to be a man? That would explain why Kate wasn't on the list (and solidify Jin as the other entry).
My husband came up with a great explanation of why Kate wasn't there...she marries Sawyer or Jack, so she will have their name in the end and Jacob new that. I like that idea...because the idea of it having to be a man irks me!
I thought this was a fantastic episode - I am pulling for the Jin/Sun reunion in two weeks (as long as it keeps going along the same track as season1)!
I was wondering about Kate too. That's an interesting idea Caitie.
Part of me wondered why Aaron (Claire's baby) wasn't listed as a candidate as well. We still don't know his significance.
I thought it was a great episode, very satisfying. Although I was wondering how "Locke" and Sawyer were going to climb back up that cliff after pieces of the ladder broke off, oh well. They needed that for dramatic suspense.
I think maybe the young boy is Aaron.
I like that idea too, Caitie. I was wondering why she wouldn't be listed.
I've been dying to know what happens with Claire and also how Sawyer and "Locke" will get back up those ladders! Can't wait to see what happens and also waiting to see about the polar bears!
I had a thought about this episode, tonight. Locke says that Jacob was looking for a replacement. It seems that the only reason you need a replacement is if you want to leave. The only person we know who wants to leave the island is "Locke." Maybe it's not Jacob who needs the replacement. Maybe it's not Jacob who's looking for a "candidate."
Just a thought.
All I know for sure is that I can't wait until the next episode! Oh how I love this show!
I too wondered if Kate wasn't listed because of gender, but then it would make no sense to bring women to the island at all. I'm sure it will be explained. I posted a review on my blog if you want to stop by.
I, too, am curious about Kate being left off Jacob's list. My theories on the blond boy are either 1) young Jacob or 2) older Aaron.
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