Loved It? Hated It? What Did You Think Of "Crossfire?"

[MjLaDy08]

Reviews:

http://tv.ign.com/articles/104/1040950p1.html

http://www.mania.com/smallville-96-c...le_118593.html

[skully]

Woah!! 389 x 10s and the perfect score making up nearly 71% of the votes.

Crossfire has romped past Savior's record of the most 10s (383).

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Originally Posted by MjLaDy08

Reviews:

http://tv.ign.com/articles/104/1040950p1.html

http://www.mania.com/smallville-96-c...le_118593.html

Obviously critics not fans.

[super_j_man]

Originally Posted by MjLaDy08

Reviews:

http://tv.ign.com/articles/104/1040950p1.html

http://www.mania.com/smallville-96-c...le_118593.html

The first review is pretty good not because the he liked the episode, but because he actually knows how to write a review. The second review, however, from mania.com is pretty cruddy. He spends half the time insulting the writers, calling them 11-year olds but doesn't give us enough reason to understand why. I could count on one hand things he mentioned from the episode. What kind of review is that? The first one had much more meat to it.

[TOMophilus]

I am glad that the IGN reviewer shares my view that there has been too much Ollieville so far.

[geminis]

Originally Posted by super_j_man

The first review is pretty good not because the he liked the episode, but because he actually knows how to write a review. The second review, however, from mania.com is pretty cruddy. He spends half the time insulting the writers, calling them 11-year olds but doesn't give us enough reason to understand why. I could count on one hand things he mentioned from the episode. What kind of review is that? The first one had much more meat to it.

Thanks for the warning. I appreciate a fair, unbiased review; one reason why I respect Triplet-she knows her stuff.

[saltyweeks]

Originally Posted by super_j_man

The first review is pretty good not because the he liked the episode, but because he actually knows how to write a review. The second review, however, from mania.com is pretty cruddy. He spends half the time insulting the writers, calling them 11-year olds but doesn't give us enough reason to understand why. I could count on one hand things he mentioned from the episode. What kind of review is that? The first one had much more meat to it.

I agree completely on both accounts. Many much better reviews of the episode than that second one on this thread-- "better" meaning more analysis and better written.

[BadToad]

From the IGN review:

The adventures of Lois and Clark featured them auditioning as hosts for Good Morning Metropolis – a weekday morning talk show. It was a cute storyline that focused on their romantic relationship by having them both sign up for blind dates but I'm looking forward to seeing Clark featured in a meatier storyline soon. This is his show after all – he needs to take it back from Oliver.

Great paragraph there, which I totally agree with. The Lois and Clark storyline was cute, and funny, and fluffy, and romantic. But Clark needs a little more meat in his storyline. And I'm hoping that his storyline starts taking that turn with the upcoming ep. I'm sure his romance with Lois will continue, but I really would like that to be the garnish to whole meal that is Clark's storyline this season (to use Nikki's metaphor).

[jobookjunkie]

Is it wrong that I want to walk up to some of these reviewers and say "Booooo..." to them for not liking it? And then stick my tongue out at them. Childish and petulant, maybe? Hmmm...

I loved loved loved Crossfire, and having spent a week dragging myself out of a fandom-induced funk, I refuse to let anyone make me think differently. If the writers keep writing Clark this way, I may have to worship them and take back everything bad I said about them.

I'm a Clark girl through and through, and while having a little chat with my brother about episodes 1-6 of this season, I was impressed once again at the direction Clark is taking. Perhaps what summed it up the most to me was the look Clark gave Oliver after he stopped the bullets from hitting him on the roof. First of all, he's the Blur on a very regular basis, has been doing his training with Jor-El and has really embraced that side of himself. Second, his attitude towards Oliver has really changed, and not just because he almost got Lois killed (again). One of the things that bugged me about season 6 was that Oliver constantly nagged at Clark and berated him for...well, whatever Oliver's problem was then. Now, Clark has made his own decision to become a fledgling superhero, and won't be cowed by Oliver's criticism any more - one of the reasons I really like 'Doomsday' (unpopular opinion!) was Clark taking charge because Oliver did the wrong thing.

And of course, equally importantly, Clark has decided to be bold and just go for it where Lois is concerned. Where's the brooding in the loft? I just love him when he's like this.

What I'd really like to see addressed this season, and something I'm very excited about, is Clark finding the balance between his human and Kryptonian sides. One line that really stood out to me in 'Crossfire' was this one to Chloe: "As much as I care about Lois, nothing is more important than finding the Kandorians". Clark still sees this life at the Planet as cover - what I want is to see him realise is that he can fight for truth and justice at the newspaper in an equally effective way to being the Blur.

I can't wait to see how Clark develops further this season. Maybe I will have to worship the writers after all.


ETA: I agree Ann, I always look forward to Triplet's reviews for that very reason - she knows her stuff and is fair in her opinions. By the way, any sign of Cedric's latest masterpiece?

[ClLaLeChFAN01]

I enjoyed your review very much! You can have a cookie now!

Originally Posted by RabidforClois

Since I'm fairly new to this site I really felt awkward doing this but what the beep let's give it whirl. This is not a chronological review of the episode...so you’ve been warned. Feel free to skip this post and read more professional reviews from Jade4813, FlashInSV, Jaderoyale and Cedric...because they are beyond verbally superior/awesome and they will give you a play by play of the episode which shall render you speechless. And we’re off..

Overview: Zod and Tess battle it out for villain of the month; Chloe opens up a can of tech a** only to realize that firewalls are not for little girls, but high fives are; Ollie learns that you can’t always trust a Speedy prostitute even if it is for redemptive purposes and that it takes a while for “I love you as a friend” to sink in; and finally, Lois and Clark take banter to a new level of fore play...oh and there was this small little thing that happened at the end of the episode...hardly worth mentioning.

Tess & Zod...wow, I mean, if Tess is going to enter a ‘who is bigger than who contest’ she should make sure she has the right ‘equipment’ first...oh wait, she does have that honkin’ big solar powered building that is going to push Luthor Corp. to the forefront of the corporate world again, and she did kill Zod’s Kandorian buddy without even sustaining a scratch, so I think she is doing mighty fine!

Overall I enjoyed this power play. Cassidy Freeman is an amazing actress and plays a stoic Tess brilliantly. Tess is pretty darned tight lipped about who the Blur is, because above all else Tess is an opportunist and she knows that as sexy as Zod is, he is evil and should not be trusted. I have faith that Tess will fight her bad boy ways far better than I, well for a little while anyway.

And what about Zod? Well, he was not a happy camper with Tess in this episode because apparently she destroyed the Blur’s blood sample and he wants the identity of the Blur, so Zod sent one of his best men to beat /kill the info about the Blur out of her, but she actually killed the Kandorian wannabe assassin. He was also quite angry when Tess mentioned that she wants to be on equal footing with him. Come on Zod, so Tess isn’t a Kandorian, big deal. She is one of the hottest and smartest humans around...when in Rome...

I hope Zod learned his lesson though...don’t fall asleep momentarily at a public cafe, because apparently Tess can move with a stealth unbeknownst to other women in high heels, and don’t send a man to do a woman’s job. Hire Lois next time you want to beat Tess up...we all know Lois is the only one that can apparently take her.

The fact that the writers have Tess straddling that proverbial I ‘heart’ or I hate alien fence is just bloody brilliant...she has the potential to be deliciously evil and in heels no less! Zod is a really ‘good’ villain though, one of the best that has graced Smallville in a long while. Callum Blue is stupendously yummy, so kudos casting director because Blue plays Zod in a sexy maniacal way that makes my bad boy faze come back.

Overall, the set up for Tess’ involvement in the whole Zod taking over the world plot line is almost cemented, and I am looking forward to where the writers will take these two characters.

Chloe & Hello my name is...so puppet master last week and hacker master again this week? Good thing Chloe freed herself from the basement and killed her evil twin...I was getting scared there for a while. And stop the presses people, not only did Chloe step foot in the Daily Planet to give a Clark a pep talk, but she actually made her mouth turn upwards in what could only be construed as a smile. That alone is worth seeing the episode for, well that a certain thing that happened at the end...can’t quite remember what that is yet.

I really enjoyed Chloe in this episode. Chloe’s purpose was to find out what Tess knows about the Kandorians via hacking into Tess’ data base. I loved that what’s his name (seriously where’s his name tag, so we know who he is because right now he is just basically random dude) *slaps a name tag on him*... so, Hello my name is Stuart irked Chloe because he bogarted her techy advances, which made Chloe do a cool neck cracking “I will kick your a**” face.

She eventually managed to get the upper hand (excuse the pun) and blackmailed his hacker butt. So Stuart got served, but hey, there are worse things than being a possible ally of Chloe/Watchtower. I missed this Chloe...don’t ever leave me again. I also really liked it when she gave Clark the push he needed towards Lois. Who knew that Chloe was such a Clois shipper like Jimmy was (RIP)...makes me like her all the more.

Allison Mack was amazing as always. She could act her way out of a box and then some. I hope the writers start to stabilize her character though, because this multiple personality thing is getting confusing.

Ollie & Speedy...After going down the rabbit hole from h*** last week thanks to the antics of a plucky blonde, Ollie wants redemption and has managed to find it in (not literally this time) a scrappy prostitute down on her luck reminiscent of the movie Pretty Woman. He starts out watching Speedy fighting for her life in an underground fight club where she apparently needs the winnings to pay for her freedom from her not so loving pimp.

After a while Ollie stops by his favourite street corner in order to pick Mia up, almost in a white knight fashion. Turns out she’s also good behind the wheel of his fancy car (seriously, am I watching Pretty Woman?). Ollie sees a bit of himself in Mia, and decides to be her saviour. He offers her a life off of the streets.

Aw....Ollie found a project...really? He should just start a journal or scrapbook, but whatever. He plays the savoir part well I suppose, buys her clothes (thank God, because red and yellow leather make good condiment colours, not street clothes), and he even gives her a job...no, not that kind of job...a secretary/driver position...well actually... no, no Ollie’s intentions are pure.

Ollie even starts training her via sparring, only to be interrupted by Lois, who wants to one up Clark on their dating game. Lois wants info on her quirks, so she can land a great date. Ollie only remembers the good things...no *smacks his hand*, bad Oliver...no sugary lines from you, only from Clark today. Mia walks out in towel and once again Lois owns the scene: “Where will she put the money?” HA HA...I love you Lois!

After Lois leaves, Ollie tries to keep Mia on the straight and narrow, but Mia wants her freedom her way which ultimately lands her in trouble again. In the end, this random (really, really random) act of kindness back fires on Oliver slightly because apparently it is really hard to break Rick the Pimp’s strong hold...I mean he has a gun, that’s hardcore.

Even though Mia double crosses Ollie by almost letting Rick steal all of his money,and almost getting all those involved killed, she does manage to try and save them, but then Mia gets knocked out (Ollie has to work on that side kick role with her). Is that a pre-requisite on this show for women?...That you must get knocked out at some point? Sheesh, enough with the head injuries already!

Even though Ollie and Lois almost eat some lead, he hasn’t lost faith in Mia and he decides to give her another chance at redemption. At the end of the episode he stops by his favourite street corner again and decides to give her another chance, thus almost completing his own redemption. He now has a side kick...cute. I guess Speedy makes a good side kick for Oliver, but the jury is still out on this one. Maybe I need an episode of her in real clothes to make up my decision.

Ollie & Lois...Oh Ollie, if only life were that simple. You cannot be redeemed in one episode, but we can’t be too hard on the guy, I mean he constantly misplacing his shirt (not that I really mind that part), and he gets his heart smashed.

So while still on his redemptive path Oliver decides to take a stroll down memory lane (ok, that really was not meant to be a pun). Lois, however, is not so willing. Ollie hijacks her blind date with the sole intension of winning her back, but let’s just say Cupid’s arrow missed its mark this time around and Ollie’s little heart, that grew three sizes that day, got broken.

Well, he had that last part coming...I mean Ollie, oh sweet buns of hotness Ollie, Lois told you last year that she was all about the Clark, but hey, third time’s the charm. As if getting your heart smashed wasn’t humiliating enough, he and Lois also almost got killed by that Rick guy. I mean, they run UP the stairs...you never run up the stairs!! It was like watching a bad horror movie when the victims are too stupid to remember to run out of the house rather than up the stairs...but luckily for them the Blur made the save of the night.

That scene was AMAZING!!! The special effects were really well done, but the part that I remember most was when the Blur stopped the bullet with his fingers right before it hit Ollie’s eye. The look the Blur/Clark gave Oliver was very telling...”you’re holding the woman I care most about, so you take care of her, Oliver”...but not to worry Clark because stick an arrow in Lollie they are FINALLY romantically kaput!

I did love the Lollie scenes. Erica and Justin have great chemistry (who doesn’t Erica have chemistry with?) and it is always a pleasure to see these two together. Great job to all those involved.

LOIS & CLARK...*sighs* Oh the Clois of it all. If ever there was a night for Clois shippers to rejoice it would be over Crossfire. The way the writers handled their banter was just masterful. The opening scene was just genius. What a way to wake up to the vision that is Lois Lane and Clark Kent. I know my day would be better if that happened.

So, due to the economic downturn of newspapers, Lois is seeking employment on morning news program. She brings along Clark for support, but our poor Clarky can’t read a teleprompter, but ask yourselves this: does he really need to with that face?..Sit there and look pretty Clark...*drools*.

Lois, though, is able to multitask and can read a teleprompter and look a vision in pearls and pink (I hate the colour pink but since Erica could wear a burlap sack and still make it look sexy, all is forgiven), and is disappointed that Clark isn’t holding his own. On with the witty banter:

Lois: “Look, I appreciate that you are helping me to audition, I’m still angry at you for not telling me how badly Oliver was doing, but you’re here anyway, so please don’t make me wish that you weren’t.” Ooh, this is good; we get continuity between episodes...nice. At this point I am in banter heaven; the writers have out done themselves this time.

Clark: “It’s O. K. Lois, you don’t have to get worked up like you usually do."
Lois: “Well Excuse me, I’m Mr. slow and steady and knows what is best for everyone...” STOP RIGHT THERE... Oh Lois, there will be time when you will absolutely love the slow and steady part about Clark...I’m sure once you get your visions sorted out you will once again understand.

Clark: “Don’t you think you could be a less dramatic with the whole thing.”
Lois: “Maybe you could be a little more passionate about this whole thing. But not you, not mild mannered Clark Kent.”
Yep, totally picking up the subtext here; it’s ok Lois by the end of the episode Clark grows a pair and actually puts his mild mannered nature in neutral, and kicks his passion into overdrive...patience, we’ve waited five years, we can wait a little longer.

Lois: “Do you even care if I get this job.”
Clark: “Of course I care...I bought a new tie.” And it matches his outfit too!
Lois: “Yeah, well I bought a new outfit.”
Clark: “And you look great.” Damn straight she does!
Lois: “Don’t do that.”
Clark: “Do what?”
Lois: “Don’t you dare reassure me right now.” Oh how very female this line is, and Erica’s delivery of it was priceless. Clark takes this in stride, like any mature man would.

Clark: “Lois, I’m only doing this for you.” How Lois did not take him on that table right then and there is beyond me. The look on her face was just adorable...yeah that’s right Lois, you almost have Clark completely whipped. “How else am I going to get that second date?” Wow, mention of a second date already? Am I watching Smallville?

Lois quirks a quick smile, “Well you should have thought about that before you stood me up the first time.” Good for you Lois; make tall dark and handsome work for it, because you are so worth it!!!

Well as it turns out Lois and Clark are a packaged deal. Really? ‘Lois and Clark’? It does have a nice ring to it...where have I heard that before? The producer compares them to Hepburn and Tracey. For all of you who do not know who Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracey are, they made movies together back in the 1930-1950’s. Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracey had some of the best onscreen chemistry ever in the history of acting, so I get very touchy when someone compares people to them, but in this case it is so very apt. But, um, Regis and Kelly should not be in the same sentence and Hepburn and Tracey...that is just wrong!

Their next scene is at the bull pen and Lois is going over her online profile with a white lie wand. Clark, however, is getting a little upset because he happens to think movie theatres, six packs and monster trucks are sexy, and we agree with him. Clark tells her that she has a lot of good qualities that men would love, and she asks him to elaborate.

Clark: “Um,...well you’re Lois.” *thud* “Thanks Clark” I say in unison with Lois. And next week Jor-El will teach Clark how to use adjectives and then Clark will finally be able to expand his description of Lois to include intelligent, beautiful, stunning and sexy, but it is ok Clark, she renders most men to baser level English. I still love a bumbling Clark though. We get it; Clark is a man of few words and Lois is so special that no words can really describe her *sighs*

Their next two scenes together are their blind dates. Lois again ribs him about not showing up on their first ‘like a date’, but then moves on to bug him about his online dating profile. Erica’s face, voice, and well everything is so spot on that I just find myself revelling in all the banter...I think I might need a stiff drink soon.

Clark’s date is no country mouse though; in fact, she is a blonde beauty (shocker), who is so sophisticated that she doesn’t even have to decide what to get her PhD in. I liked Catherine, and the actress who played her. I didn’t want to throw things at my TV, like I did when another Vanilla damsel who also spent time with Clark was on the show, so that was a good sign. Lois didn’t seem too happy though, who would be if your love interest managed to get a date with “Mother Teresa n 6 in. heels”? Patience is a virtue Lois.

Eventually Lois is getting ready for her date at the Ace of Clubs. She asks Clark how she looks and via the camera and earpiece Clark says if this were a prom she would be crowned Prom Queen and that her date is a lucky man...oh yeah lay on that cheesy goodness Clark because I am diggin’ it today. Lois questions his level of jealousy, only to find that Clark would love to see her date try and take him on (oh lord, this new confident Clark is giving me hot flashes! Give me that stiff drink).

Apparently, all is fair in love and war, but Clark wants to know what it will be for them. Lois once again grills him on asking her out again. He wants to know if she would say yes to a second date and she almost says...Oliver...huh? Oh man, curse that good looking Oliver! Ruin my Clois fun why don’t cha.

Oliver paid Lois’ date to vamoose, leaving him to express what his playboy heart of gold has wanted to say for a long time. Lois is still a little aggravated about him supposedly spiraling out of control again, and for trying to ruin her date, but hey if it is for ratings she is all over it.

Ollie takes it one step further and decides to tell her that she has never left his heart. Lois does this absolutely adorable giggle of “oh god Oliver what are you doing”, and even Clark is getting nervous. Lois then absolutely realizes where this is going, and decides to cut Clark off in order to talk to Ollie alone.

Once alone, Ollie tells her that he still loves her, but unfortunately for Ollie Lois’ taste in men went from billionaire to bumbling and she is in love with Clark (DUH!). This hurts, but Oliver takes it gracefully and maturely (though he did almost cry...I would be too if Lois broke my heart!)

Erica Durance played Lois perfectly and she made me laugh hysterically throughout the entire episode. The opening scene was just genius and set the tone for the whole show. I loved that their banter was part of their fore play; it was just all so hot.

Tom Welling’s comedic timing almost rivaled Erica’s, and that is no small feat, but what I love about him is that he can deliver those lines that can make pretty much anyone swoon. All I can say is that Erica and Tom acting together goes beyond chemistry between actors, they bring their characters to life...they are Lois and Clark.

Well I guess that is it...oh wait... right, whoops, there was this little thing called a CLOIS KISS!

As far as I’m concerned, Clark had to play catch up where his feelings towards Lois were concerned, and while I think a little more build up from the previous episodes would have been better, Crossfire did a good job in demonstrating how Clark felt about Lois.

He wanted a second date; he was gunning for it right from the beginning of the episode. Clark was going to do morning television for her, and for no other reason than that. He embraced the fact that monster trucks and six packs are part of what makes Lois complex and sexy (oh, so sexy). If it meant her happiness, then he would have stepped aside so she could be with Oliver if that was what she really wanted, and that says a lot...but not as much as him finally growing a pair and looking at her the way he did at the Daily Planet.

Clark walked through those doors and just gazed at her with all the pent up yearning, passion, and love...yes love...oh and a great musical score. For the first time I really saw it, how he felt about her, clear as day and it made me grin like a complete shipper idiot.

Clark Kent is/was/forever will be in LOVE with Lois Lane...and not the holding hands, jumping on a couch, or “I wuv you snookums” kind of love, but the kind that you re-emerge into humanity for, and the kind that makes all the trials and tribulations of his life a little more bearable. I truly believe that he only went there to ask her on that second date, but it turned out so much better than that.

He walked towards her with sheer determination, reveled in her rantiness about losing the TV host job for only mere seconds before he could not take it anymore and then he grabbed her and kissed her senseless.

*SQUEE* FINALLY *SQUEE*

This was no after school special type of kiss ladies and gents’, this was a mature, fully tongue, open mouthed, makes you take a cold shower afterward, type of kiss. It was in character; it built upon Clark’s new found confidence as not only the Blur, but also Clark Kent the man...and what a man! My God can he fill out a shirt, and pants...and *enters gutterville...drools slightly...goes and watches kiss for the millionth time...*

...Right where was I?...oh yeah, our cowardly Clark is no more. A new Clark has emerged...one that finally asked himself WHAT DO YOU WANT?...and he found his answer in a beautifully brass brunette.

The look on her face was so very Lois: “What the...oh...Clark is kissing me...god yes finally...I’ll show you how to kiss Smallville.” *starts to hyperventilate slightly* I mean she threaded her hand through his dark silky hair and kissed him back ....luh-cky *sighs then dies*

Legendary, epic, history in the making, yeah those terms will be thrown around, and as much as I agree with them, they do not really describe what their kiss actually meant. Our Clark Kent finally, after all these years of waiting, kissed Lois Lane for real. A scene played by two actors who love their characters just as much as we do...and I truly thank them for that. I have now entered a complete state of Clois giddiness that should sustain me for quite some time.

Overall the episode was amazing. I gave it a 9.5, the only reason being that there seemed to be almost too many things happening throughout the episode, but you know in all honesty this is probably as close as a 10 as we are ever going to get. All I really remember though is that kiss that rendered me incoherent and speechless (yeah, I lost my voice from all the squeeing...no regrets though).

Oh Crossfire/Season 9 how do I love thee....

[hellokitty]

Originally Posted by jobookjunkie

What I'd really like to see addressed this season, and something I'm very excited about, is Clark finding the balance between his human and Kryptonian sides. One line that really stood out to me in 'Crossfire' was this one to Chloe: "As much as I care about Lois, nothing is more important than finding the Kandorians". Clark still sees this life at the Planet as cover - what I want is to see him realise is that he can fight for truth and justice at the newspaper in an equally effective way to being the Blur.

So completely right Sarah! I agree with you sooooo much on this part. The bolded is really what I've seen as the main theme for this season as far as Clark's development into the final step.

And you are not the only one wanting to boo the senseless critism. Everyone is, of course, entitled to their opinion. And I can definitely see how episodes will disappoint some and please beyond words others. It depends what you watch the show for. But if the review(by "professionals") is too biased and doesn't even address the episode's story, I find it hard to take them seriously and just brush it off that they will never appreciate what is going on in the show.

As a Superman fan, and a Lois and Clark fan, I loved this episode and I have really loved (with only a few exceptions) this entire season so far.

[RabidforClois]

Thank you so much for reading my review geminis. I am so glad that you enjoyed it!

ClLaLeChFAN01...only one cookie? Well, it better be chocolate chip! Since you read and liked my review I will give you a cookie in return *throws cookie, it hits the floor* You're suppose to catch it!

jobookjunkie What I'd really like to see addressed this season, and something I'm very excited about, is Clark finding the balance between his human and Kryptonian sides. One line that really stood out to me in 'Crossfire' was this one to Chloe: "As much as I care about Lois, nothing is more important than finding the Kandorians". Clark still sees this life at the Planet as cover - what I want is to see him realise is that he can fight for truth and justice at the newspaper in an equally effective way to being the Blur.

Well said! I really like how the writers are trying to show Clark balancing his human/kryptonian life. He does need his cover at the Planet and it does fit well with his dual life.

hellokitty And you are not the only one wanting to boo the senseless critism. Everyone is, of course, entitled to their opinion. And I can definitely see how episodes will disappoint some and please beyond words others. It depends what you watch the show for. But if the review(by "professionals") is too biased and doesn't even address the episode's story, I find it hard to take them seriously and just brush it off that they will never appreciate what is going on in the show.

IA. I also find it hard to believe critics who are so biased that they clearly didn't even watch the episode. I think that if Smallville or a particular episode is not your cup of tea, then that's more than fine, but be respectful to those who do like it and try to be as fair as possible.

As a Superman fan, and a Lois and Clark fan, I loved this episode and I have really loved (with only a few exceptions) this entire season so far.

Woot! Woot! Season 9/Superman/Lois &Clark!

[Fallen One]

Its a rump shakin, non-money makin fest over at the SV studios. In celebration of Clark and Lois' first recepicated kiss, the producers throw a big bash. Characters and guests alike pour into the party as the loud music booms. In the center of the room, Brian Peterson has the live mic as everyone stares on.

Brian Peterson: Oh yeah...Uh huh.. Yeah. Uh huh. Par-Tey….Oh yeah. When I say par, you say tey! Par!

Mia stares back blankly while holding an empty plate.

Peterson: PAR!

Mia: Uh...Tey?

Peterson: I think you should walk away now, Sadie.

Mia: Who’s Sadie?

Peterson: Just walk away.

Mia wanders off without any food. Over at the punch bowl Zod stares down a can of soda.

Tess: Hey Zod, whatcha got there?

Zod: Yo, I just got this great ebonics book and it’s off the chain! The chain! It’s got controversy and all that. You gotta read this thing? It’s called… the DaVinci Code by Dan Brown.

Zod stops and stares off into space for a moment.

Zod: Yo, you think I could have made him kneel, Tess? Leanoardo Da Vinci? I’d house him. I’d be all "Yo! What’s up there, Leanardo? You gonna stab me with your Katana blades? Huh? You gonna call up Raphael, Splinter, and Man At Arms? Nah ah! What’s up, Leonardo? What’s up? What’s up?"

Tess: (Turning away from Zod) Hey, Stuart. How bout a dance.

Stuart: (eating a plate of stuffing) Really? Like really really? But you said you'd staple my tongue to my ass if I touched you.

Tess turns to the first person she sees and dances with them. As she does, Kelly Souders makes her way through the crowd.

Kelly Souders: (rushing over) Brian, we have a damn problem.

Peterson: What’s wrong?

Souders: Well, it seems as though Zod tied someone to the front door and set him on fire.

Peterson: Oh my God. Did you do anything about it?

Souders: (matter-of-factly) Yeah. I put it on the website.

Peterson: (smiling) Good job, Kel. I think that… Hey, I think thats Clark and Lois. Kelly get the red carpet! Clap dammit!

Stuart is splashed with red paint and thrown to the floor. Clark and Lois enter and step on him to a rousing applause.

Clark: (patting heart then pointing) No, no I love you more.

Lois: We're beautiful everybody! Just beautiful.

Souders: You most certainly are!

Peterson: There you are! Just in time for the cake cutting. Hey, where's Chloe?

Rim shot plus laughter from the crowd.

Peterson: Thank you, thank you. I'll be here all night. But really, is she coming?

Clark and Lois exchange looks.

Clark: After our last kiss attempt, we thought it wouldn't be idea.

Lois: We told her there was no room in the car.

Souders: But you have a four door. It wouldn't make sense.

Clark: (chuckling) Yeah I know. When she brought that up I just laughed and said there was no room in the parking lot.

Suddenly the moon grows darker and crows start harping. The music stops as an emotionless Chloe walks in.

Chloe: (to Lois) Thanks for biting my fingers off the car door as you drove off. (looking around in awe) Wow, just wow. You guys went all out for this huh.

Lois: Uh, Chloe. How did get here? Oh we're so happy to see you!

Chloe: Wouldn't miss this for the world. We're family right?

Someone gives a rimshot, but Lois nervously tells them to stop.

Souders: OK everybody! Gather around for the cake and the big kiss!

A large cake decked with candles and the image of Clark and Lois surrounded by sinking ships is rolled in.

Chloe: Yeah. Nice imagery there. Lois, Clark.. I want you guys to know I'm truly happy you found each other.

Clark: Absolutely Chloe (nods to Zod)

Without warning Zod runs behind Chloe and takes her down with a Kandorian chokehold, Chloe thrashes about as Zod covers her mouth to silence her.

Lois: Hope you understand Chloe. We couldn't take any chances of you interrupting us this time.

Everyone cheering: Go! Go! Go! Go!

Clark and Lois grab each other, look into each other's eyes, and kiss to a thunderous applause. Chloe thrashes in protest, shaking her head in disbelief and foaming at the mouth a little. Lois and Clark keep their embrace as confetti falls down on them.

Peterson: (proud) There hasn't been anything this good since Sanford and Son.

Ollie comes running into the party and begins undressing. He tosses his discarded shirt onto Kelly Souders' head. He is red and screaming.

Ollie: Alright! Let's get this party started! Who's down for a little apple skinny dipping outside with the Green Arrow? Lose them clothes and come on in! Last one in is getting sent to Season 7!
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All the great ones start that way. Well, maybe minus the chokeholds. But ya gotta do what ya gotta do. Hey peeps. Its Tuesday and I still can't wipe the smile off of my face. That could only mean that a ex girlfriend got lost at sea, or that a historical episode of Smallville just aired. I've kept you waiting long enough so there's no sense doing so any longer. Stop fantasizing about Ollie's Appleseed and scroll down!

We are treated to a boatload of images until we're welcomed to Metropolis. Lois is caught straightening someone's tie until she goofily welcomes us as the host to a TV show. Reveal her co-star, Clark Kent, who is looking around as if eagles are circling. He snaps out of it and studders his line. Lois reads they are there to make our day then pauses for Clark to finish the line. But this guy stares ahead and nods like he just tipped a waiter. Lois finshes it for him, but he repeats the line, completely messing it up. Lois kindly asks for a re-try, then turns to Walter Cronkite.

She thanks him for coming but says she's still upset with him and warns him not to screw this up for her. Clark gently asks that she not lose her cool in front of everybody like she usually does. Big mistake. Lois gets worked up as she tells him how important this side job is. Oblivious, he asks her not to be so dramatic. Even more passionate now, Lois tells him to take this more seriously and questions if he really cares as the producer watches on. Needing a good reply, Clark responds right away.

"Of course I care, I bought a new tie." - Clark Kent, showing the way to a woman's pepper spray, 7:01 PM.

Lois counters that she bought a new dress and he says she looks great. Now thats really nice of him to say. Lois must be touched.

"Don't do that - don't you dare reassure me right now." - When compliments attack, by Lois Lane, seconds later.

Clark has a sincere moment when he admits he's only doing this for her in hopes of another date. The smiling producer has heard enough! She thanks them for their time and tells them to come back Monday. Clark and Lois stare into space until she clarfies that they got the job. Now they're happy, well at least Lois who hugs a nervous Clark. The producer wants both of them on the show and Clark wants none of that. Before he can refuse Lois grabs his leg and gives one those smiles thats not really a smile. Its like her eyes changed color. Clark looks up to her face knowing his life depends on the answer. That teaser kicked ass.

Opening Credits. Randy thought it was OK. Simon thought it was a bit bland. Paula cried and made out with the band.

Clark! Clark! I can't believe this!

Whoa, Lois. Relax. Relax. What's up?

I went to get a cup of coffee. Before I left, I poured a pile of Splenda on a slice of my apple pie. I ran to get the coffee and rushed back before lunch, but now the Splenda is gone along with the pie! I had a huge pile here! Now I have no coffee before we go --

Whoa. Stop. Hold up. Uh' that was Splenda?

Yeah.

I better go lay down.

Daily Planet. As Clark goes over some forms, like a frying pan to the face, Chloe walks downstairs grinning. He tells her about the show and that his first story is blind online dating, and they share some laughs about it. Chloe....commends Clark for going through so much just to get Lois' forgiveness? Is this reverse psychology? Clark says seeking out the Kandorians is his main priority and she tells him to just focus on his personal life for the day and leave the Kandorians to her. Ladies and Gentlemen, our planet is screwed.

Clark walks back into the bullpen and playfully tosses Lois the papers. They're release forms from the station but Lois is still hard at completing her dating profile which she wants to be perfect. Clark stares off into space as he recalls how fast he completed his. This poor guy. He takes a look at what's filled out so far. Next to some smiley pics of hers, she has "theatre" under interests. Clark scoffs that she must mean movie theatre. Zing! Under favorite drink she has bubbly but Clark teases only if its in a six pack. Lois narrows her eyes like she's going to choke him, then gives him the look over and agrees. Completely missing that, Clark reminds her about mentioning monster truck rallies until she tells him that the only person that will attract is someone from a town with only four registered last names. Clark assures her there are a lot great things about her. She wants him to list them.

"O -oh -yy-oou .. u.. I-- Ww-ell.. you're Lois." - Smooth Operator, 7:12 PM.

Lois thanks him for those poetic words. Clark looks on, knowing he not only struck out. He struck out, did a complete spin, then knocked himself out with the bat.

UFC. In a scene straight out of the Next Karate Kid, some schmoe is a taking a beating from some someone who looks half his age while a audience cheer them on. Somewhere in Los Angeles Dawn has soft music playing and is fanning herself. He manages to block a few but still gets stung with hooks before he luckily punches her in the gut and then to the face. Refocusing, she steadies herself against his onslaught and connects pretty flawlessly with hooks that anger him. He rushes at her but she flips away, nails the back of his knee with a kick, flips over him with a handstand and rolls on top to knocks him out cold. Wow dude. I hope they scissor the hell out of your mancard like a carved up Chloe pumpkin. Disgraceful.

Triple H arrives to a round of boos, annoyed that he had to chase down the girl, who is named Mia. Seems she owes him money and he doesn't accept credit. He and a goon usher her out of there as folks look on, including Oliver who seems to like this sort of thing.

RedLight District. Like paper towels in aisle 6, there's a stack of hookers lined up on the street. Ollie pulls up in his car, coupons in hand, but signals Mia. But its not just ordinary Mia, its Cher Mia, complete with a awful blonde wig and dressed like Malibu Barbie. After a hella awkward greeting, she accepts his invite. Next thing we see is her speeding down the street. Ollie warns her about gas then gets right down to it. He tells her he was looking for her and that he knows she's good fighter who could use some help. Thats rich. I can see it now, him teaching her how to go shirtless into Walmart. What a lucky girl. She scoffs and runs a red light but he says he too once fought in shady places for one episode to deal with the pain, but that he can train her and get her off the streets. She mocks him in that.. teenage way that makes you want to run them off a cliff, but relents and asks what will it cost. Nothing but time says Ollie.

Luthor Mansion. Tess and her adopted son are at it again. He's complaining that someone is trying to hack hi- Chloe. Has to be Chloe. She warns him to stop the hacker or he'll be terminated. He pauses and asks if she means fired, but she gives him a blank look and walks off. Dude, you better haul ass to the nearest exit. Now in the room she stands in front of the guests. Hear ye, hear ye, the voice hearerther has an annoucement to maketh. She pimps her green ideas before announcing that LuthorCorp has partnered with a company called R.A.O. who shares her environment friendly goals. She does a Jedi finger wave and a hologram of a Solar Tower appears. They ooh and ahhh and clap. One person does a slow 80s clap. Its not - oh but it is - Zod in a suit. This is getting stranger by the second.

Tess looks freaked out when he grabs for a champagne glass. Can't say I blame her there. He congratulates her, then fills her in that he is chairmen of R.A.O. The guests break out into another applause. Zod is a gracious man, he wants them to thank Tess because by building this Solar Tower she'll enable all of them to gain their superpowers. Tess you idiot. He gives her a toast and calls her their savior. All of the guests, who are all Kandorians, toast her as well. There hasn't been a blunder this bad since balloon boy. Zod promises that the tower will change the word to end the scene.

Commercial Break. "Mr. Owl. How many Bret Farve licks does it take to get to the center of the ESPN tootsie roll pop." Well lets find out shall we? One.. two.. oh fourty-three.. thats about a thousand there... oh thats as many as Ollie's bank account.. oh that even beats the U.S. deficit.. damn son, we ran out of numbers. Lets use krpytonian symbols.

One Street Coffee. A camera guy sets everything up as Clark looks around nervously about the blind date. A sound guy comes over to give him his mic and Clark handles it like its nicorette chewing gum, before talking loudly into it. The guy asks him to put it in his ear and turn it on and that only makes it worse. Back at the studio Lois teases that its like his first day at work all over again. He tries to one-up by snarking at her rules but she brings up the date and the non-appearing. Check and mate. Embarrassed, he asks her to change the topic. Lois smiles at the producer and then focuses on Clark's online profile. He gets worried as she teases that his date will turn out to be a cougar and Lois is all smiles - until this blonde bombshell introduces herself to Clark as Catherine. Gentlemen, start your engines.

Relieved, Clark stands and smiles then pulls her chair out. She's a little nervous about the cameras or at least thats what I think I hear. Clark assures her that its not live but inside his ear Lois tells her to leave if she can't deal. Clark looks annoyed much to Lois' delight. Cat admits she's so nervous she can only hear her own heartbeat. Must..resist..urge...

After Lois makes another crack, Clark asks that she think of it as just another date. She says she doesn't date much due to her career and her education. Lois can't believe it and gives up the wise cracks. Clark smiles that she's speechless and Lois looks concerned off camera to end the scene. So.. who is up for a Lois/Catherine date? Huh? Huh? Just me then?

How Zod Relaxed In His Time Off

Mr.. Zod is it? We're glad to have you here at the resort, but I'm going to have to ask you one last time. Please stop breaking the arms of our masseuses. They're just doing their jobs.

Their arms weren't kneeling. My first instinct is just to break it. PROVE ME WRONG!

We're not going to prove you wrong - whatever that means. Just stop. Also, please ask your wife to stop screaming 'Davis' over and over again when she sees green jello. It's disturbing the other guests.

Luthor Mansion. The party is over but the fun is only beginning as Tess eyes Zod with contempt. Zod thanks himself for Tess, then taunts her incompetence as he describes how he and his troops developed the technology she'll soon use. When she asks what he wants his answer is simple - the Blur. She walks away playing dumb and he gives a mainly groan that she's disappointing him. He stalks her as tells of the kryptonian blood sample, jabs her in the hip to startle her into facing him, then continues that it was destroyed via her orders. That is so badass how he intimidates her. He speculates that she's using the Blur as a bargaining chip, and she is. In her loony way she says that the only way the world can be saved is if they have a equal partnership. Zod gives her a look of pure disgust and walks to her face.

"No human will ever stand on equal footing with a Kandorian." Major freaking Zod, 7:25 PM.

Then he walks out on a speechless Tess and commands a guard to get the info or kill her. Great scene!

LuthorCorp. The spokesman for male nipples is at it again. Lois storms in, needing his advice. She brings up the TV show and he' totally clueless of it, but jokes at the thought of Clark baking cakes. She tells him about the blind dates and that Clark actually impressed. He realizes she wants to out-due Clark and is game. But she just wants him to remind her of anything that he didn't find attractive about her. Green boy says he only recalls the good things (i.e. he lies), and wistfully names her cute tendencies such as Lois calling out football plays in her sleep. Ha! Lois is a hella cool. They smile about that until Mia walks out in just a towel and asks to be paid in smaller bills.

"Where will she put the money." Lois, asking that which has mystified man since the dawn of time, 7:27 PM.

Ollie stumbles over an explanation but ends up saying he's just sparring with her. Well, I guess I've heard worse excuses. Lois looks a little disappointed as she tells him she hoped he would have taken his recovery more seriously. He calls after her to explain but she kindly leaves. What did you expect there, Ollie?

Commercial Break. I think if a guy at work ordered from Burger King and did that high pitched "I'm Spicy" thing when I handed it to him, I'd probably punch him in the face.

Pimp My Hacker. And what do we have here. A nerd off. Pocket protectors vs tasers. Who will win? I lower my head in shame as Stuart acts like he's scoring the game winning touchdown after each successful firewall. Chloe says she's up to the challenge. Woah, a Chloe scene only 55 seconds long. Great scene!

LuthorCorp. Mia zips up her boot and Ollie puts a hand on her thigh. Thats jailbait Ollie. She pauses and reminds him of his promise not to charge her for anything. He assures her he's not after sex, he just wants his watch back. Usually this is the part where I would rail on Ollie for dare uttering such a stupid thing, but this is one of those .01 % situations where that sentence works. Turns out the little bugger was trying to steal it to pay off her the debt she owes her pimp. Ollie offers to pay him for her but defensive much Mia acts suspicious and starts accusing him of being up to something then marches to the door to leave. What is this, a clearasil commercial? Ollie cooly tells her he just wants to help her, and she spins to ask why. Ole Ollie's been there and done that, and his friends helped him, so he wants to help you.

She starts tearing up at his kindness. Ollie I hope you know what you're getting into, then she says it'll cost him if she sticks around. You see!! He gives her a bag of clothes and tells her a bag of clothes and the keys to his car before asking her to drop him off someplace. Just like that huh. She grins ear the ear to end the scene.

Ace of Clubs. A dressed up Lois awaits her date, having herself a drink first. At the studio a now cocky Clark swivels his chair as he watches on screen. Trying to regain the upper hand, she asks how she looks. He gets serious for a moment. You'd be prom queen he says, then calls her date a lucky man. Woah, what is this I'm hearing? She teases that her date might clock him if he heard that.

"I'd like to see him try." - Clark, sipping a big cup of testosterone baby, 7:38PM.

Look who's getting some stones on him. Lois tells him that all is fair in love and war.

"And what's it going to be for us Lois? Love or war?" Ladies, Clark Kent is his name and pie is his game, seconds later.

I don't know who spiked his milk, but please do it for the rest of the season! Lois tries to recover from these love bombs and asks if he asking her out. Clark Gable swivels again and in a low tone asks if he was, would she yes. Lois smiles and was about to answer until she hears a familiar voice. Clark sits up in his chair as Ollie walks over and sits across from Lois. He tells her that her date was paid off to leave them alone. Lois looks all sorts of uncomfortable as we cut to -

Redlight District. Back on the streets Mia pulls up and informs her bushy eyebrowed pimp that they are officially squared and tosses him the keys to the car. So after the guy was nothing but nice to her she still was going to give away his car and bail town? Top shelf girl here. Not so fast says the bearded one, who grabs her by the throat and says she's stuck with him forever. Moreover, he demands that she lead them to Ollie so that they can rob him. Mia breathes out of her mouth again as we fade back to -

Ace of Clubs. And Lois is downing a glass of champagne like its kool aid. Ollie stares in amazement and comments that he thought she preferred beer. She looks at the camera and in the most obvious lies that she doesn't. Ollie looks confused until he sees the camera and plays along. He offers a toast, and she chuckles no, then chugs the rest of the drink in front of a shocked Clark and Ollie. This scene is gold. Trying to remain cool, she asks why he's there. He straightens out the Mia situation first, then says he thought he'd be a better guest for the show. Lois and Clark look relieved and start relaxing again. Boy do they got a surprise coming.

Ollie continues that the only reason he came there was to admit something else he loves about her. Lois' face drops and she rocks in her chair nervously, meanwhile back at the studio - gone is Clark Gable, replaced by an alien who looks on nervous. Ollie tells her that he still loves her. Thats all she wrote, Lois grabs him and they walk off. Judging by Clark's panicked expression, he assumes they are going to a Holiday Inn. Especially when Lois turns her mic off.

Outside, Ollie doesn't apologize for his feelings and says that his trip down suicide alley showed him how much he still loved her. If that wasn't crazy as hell, I would say its really sweet. Lois places a sympathetic hand on his face and says she loves him - as a friend. Ouch. He asks if its Clark and she says yes. He tears up. Ollie, the rule is no man tears until you are at least get in the car. He says he's happy for her even if it hurts, and after she apologizes he kisses her on the forehead before leaving. Oh that was a great scene there. Heart wrenching. Ollie's mirrors are in for a world of hurt tonight.

In the alley, Mia is waiting for him in a car. Lois walks out to tell him she won't let him fall back into his former depression. He promises that he won't and that he'll be OK but needed to take the chance. Hugging him, Lois asks about Mia and Ollie walks over. I think Lois sees that something is wrong right away, but before she can warn him Ollie is knocked out behind by the pimp. She rushes to help but has a gun drawn on her. Sometimes being a good friend sucks on this show.

Commercial Break. Taco Bell tells you to eat their food and "Get Full on Value." It's better than being straight up and saying "Get Full on Mysterious Meat."

Studio. At the studio a crestfallen Clark finishes up for the night and prepares to leave. The giddy producer walks in to congratulate him on a good first day. Not really in the mood for happiness, his night gets worse when she shows him the marketing - a life size billboard of himself and Lois smiling together. She smiles that she has high hopes for them. Clark utters under his breath that he did too. Buck up Clark, it could be worse. Not really, but I thought I'd say that.

Ace of Clubs. Its not looking good for Lois as Ollie gets dumped in the truck of his car while the pimp and his goons escort her back to theirs. But Lois being Lois isn't going down without a fight. She spins and slugs out a couple of goons before she's grabbed by the third, dropping and activating her ear mic in the process. Pimp face has had enough and tries to off her but Mia kicks the gun into her hands and aims it. He taunts that she doesn't have the guts to kill him. Right. But that doesn't mean she can't knee cap you or shoot that stupid hat off. Sadly she does neither and he takes the gun away and knocks her out, but it buys some time. Ollie is now awake and he takes out a few goons, while Lois takes out another. They should have ran for the car, but instead they head for the roof. The evil pimp pulls out a oozie and starts shooting like a crips member.

At the studio Clark's superhearing kicks in and he hears Lois running. He rushes toward her.

Now on the roof, they are out of options for an escape. Ollie gets shot in the leg which eliminates all chance of one. Their sitting ducks and the gunman takes aim and shoots without mercy. Three bullets fire but the chalk of one jealous Blur jumps in front of them. The first bullets flatten and fall to the ground as Clark struts forward, eyes ablaze as he heat visions forward destroying several incoming bullets and the gun itself. One of the bullets escapes him but Clark calmly grabs it just centimeters from Ollie's eye. Badass! He flashes Ollie a jealous look before he speeds away when Lois looks up. From a distance he watches on as the idiot pimp writhers in pain and Lois hugs Ollie in relief. It doesn't get better that. That was coolest gun save in the history of the show.

Luthor Mansion. Tess is in that nightgown I love but she's pacing around the hologram solar tower angrily. She turns it off and... says 'you will respect me'. Um. Who is she talking to, the sofa?? The bald security guy walks in and she yells for him to leave her alone but he refuses. Closing the door, he shows her his Kandorian tag and says Zod has given orders for her give the Blur's location or else she'll be killed. Will Tess spill or will her head voices come to her rescue? Stay tuned.

Commercial Break. If I use Just For Men hair dye, will Keith Hernandez do commentary on my love life? He'll give a thumbs up if I get some action? That's weird. Does he come with the hair dye? This commercial really raised more questions than answers.

Thank you for calling the Superhero Line, this is Watchtower, how may I help you?

Help! I need a - wait, what did you say? Watch what? Ha- ha ha whats that? What did you say?

I'm a hero and I can help--

Ahh ha ha! Ha ha oh man. And you're a .. ha ha. Say it again! Say it again!

I'm Watchtower!

Aha ha ha!! Wait wait wait hold on.. (calling off the phone) Baby! Come quick! You gotta hear this!

Alcatraz. Chloe is typing away when Clark walks in to ask if her day has been useful, but she's had no luck hacking into Tess' files. Just then, as if he were a Bond villain, Stuart suddenly appears on screen. He brags how she's tried time and again only to fall to the power of his geek and warns her to give it up because he has no social life, no video games, and can do this all day. Chloe has no response and with that he tells her to talk to the hand and exits. Chloe pauses the vid and is able to get his fingerprint and pull up his background. Oh you've got to be kidding me. She says something about blackmailing him into helping them. Swell idea, really heroic that. Clark trails off into space and mentions Lois and Ollie and how he's considering backing away. You don't need Dionne Warwick's pyschic hotline to know whats coming next - Chloe lectures Clark on doing what he feels for a change. Clark thinks that over as Jimmy rolls in his grave.

At the only coffee shop, Zod is having some tea as he envisions being kneeled in front of. Someone places an envelope on his table and, when opened, a bloody Kandorian dog tag is inside. Well cut off my legs and call me shorty. It was Tess and she salutes Zod across the street. He stares on and almost growls in her direction. Tess doesn't realize what she just did.

Rock music starts as Stuart walks into an alley. Fittingly Chloe walks from the shadow and tosses a envelope. He opens it and sees multiple photos of him inside. She offers her hand in partnership. Woah woah woah. I don't know how many movies I've seen with this scenario, but they all end the same - if you take devil's hand, you are screwed. Don't do it Stuart! Think of your family, your life, your medical insurance. He did it. Its done. Its over. His fate is now sealed.

On the street, Mia looks depressed but Ollie pulls up. After the last events, she looks pretty shocked that he would still have anything to do with her, but he signals for her to get inside. She does, taking off that horrible wig in the process.

Daily freakin Planet. The time has come!! Clark walks into the bullpen, though its kinda difficult with his balls scraping the floor. He sees his target and stops to stare in awe for a few moments. The music changes and thats his cue to walk forward.

He calls her attention but she looks up to complain about the morning talk show gig. He needs to tell her something but cuts him off again, furious with being passed up and shows him the poster of the person chosen - Clark's date. Now with urgency in his voice he says her name one more time but she's too hurt over being passed up and apologizes for involving him.

Enough! Fustrated, he just grabs her by the shoulders and pulls her to his lips. Finally speechless, Lois is at first too stunned to move, but then her eyes flutter and she returns his kiss with vigor. He releases her shoulders and pulls her closer by the waist while she runs her hands through his hair as the camera pan in for 17 seconds of passion before we fade to black.

All in all:

Oliver/Mia. And on his first episode back, Ollie decides to pick up recruit a protégé. I've known about Mia coming to the show for months and I wasn't the biggest fan of the idea. Watching it play out live, I have a different feeling on it. I still sense Ollie is not all the way back yet and I see this as a situation where he feels, through saving Mia, that he'll earn some needed redemption in himself. Its sorta of the way I felt Ollie was confusing a happier time in his life with still having feelings for Lois. He's living through other people. It wasn't the best of starts for them and there are still trust issues involved, but by the end of the episode I think Ollie may have made what could become a friend of his.

Lollie. Well, that was some great tension wasn't it? He's been trying to tell her these things since the start of the season, and then it all came to a head. Lois handed the bombshell well under the circumstance, which speaks well to her character. The scene at the Ace of Club was all kinds of awesome, and ended with a sense of finality. One thing about Ollie though. I have to say I think its pretty jerkish to move in between two friends who you know have feelings for each other, especially when one friend is right there watching you on camera. That was not cool. I know why it was done and it did further Clois in the end, but just wanted to add that.

Chloe/Stuart. This kid is growing on me. He's the kind of minion you just can't wait to get run over by a all-terrain vehicle, and I like that. I like the interaction between he and Tess and he plays his role with enthusiasm. His interaction with Chloe was well done, but that handshake at the end is - I just can't shake the feeling its going to end in disaster. Stuart has now seen her face. What if he pretends to be a friend just to find out where ... that building is, and reports back everything to Tess? What makes her think he'll just do whatever she says? Tess' lawyers would squash anything she has on him. So much can go wrong, and probably will.

Zod/Tess. The storyline was under 5 minutes and it still kicked ass. Zod oozes villain machismo and the way he talks to people is a treat to see. He knows he's superior, even without the powers, and isn't shy about letting you know it. He and his troops starting a little company in the first 6 episodes and lurring Tess into financing it was pretty genius. And as for Tess - facefalm frenzy. What did she really expect here? That these beings were going to come here and do her evil biddings? That she would control them? I think her problem with them, Zod in particular, is that he constantly one-ups her and she can't handle that. Killing that Kandorian was not a good move at all. She's a sitting duck in that mansion. I don't see this ending well for her at the end of the season.

Clois. Let me just say it right away - it was the best in the show's history, which covers a lot of ground from season 4 till the present. And folks, this is just the sixth episode of the season. The TV show gig was huge hit and brought to surface everything about Clois that makes them the life of the show. The laughs, the smiles. They were beaming this episode. And right when you think it couldn't get better, we were hit with an abundance of flirting and drama that showed the depth of their relationship. All of it leading to that last moment.

From Clark's thunderstruck gaze when he laid eyes on her, to his refusal to let her go like all others, to his return to DP to keep her safe, to his asking her out twice, and every longing look .. it all led to that moment where he grabs her. It was more than just a kiss. It was a release of five years worth of banter, friendship, and heartache. It was a long time coming. What better place than the Daily Planet, the place that brought them closer than ever. Perfection.

And now we've gotten past that barrier. Bring on more.

No longer will I kid that Henderson and Whitehead eat paint chips. This is their second homerun of the season and their best ever. The quality of this episode was sick from beginning to end. Four storylines with all the regulars involved and yet was paced well with great direction. Simply Amazing. My new number one, edging out Rabid by a hair. 9.7 out of 10.

Next week. Wise Kandorians wear dresses, and planets go boom because of it.

[Jade4813]

Originally Posted by RabidforClois

Since I'm fairly new to this site I really felt awkward doing this but what the beep let's give it whirl. This is not a chronological review of the episode...so you’ve been warned. Feel free to skip this post and read more professional reviews from Jade4813, FlashInSV, Jaderoyale and Cedric...because they are beyond verbally superior/awesome and they will give you a play by play of the episode which shall render you speechless. And we’re off..

Overview: Zod and Tess battle it out for villain of the month; Chloe opens up a can of tech a** only to realize that firewalls are not for little girls, but high fives are; Ollie learns that you can’t always trust a Speedy prostitute even if it is for redemptive purposes and that it takes a while for “I love you as a friend” to sink in; and finally, Lois and Clark take banter to a new level of fore play...oh and there was this small little thing that happened at the end of the episode...hardly worth mentioning.

Tess & Zod...wow, I mean, if Tess is going to enter a ‘who is bigger than who contest’ she should make sure she has the right ‘equipment’ first...oh wait, she does have that honkin’ big solar powered building that is going to push Luthor Corp. to the forefront of the corporate world again, and she did kill Zod’s Kandorian buddy without even sustaining a scratch, so I think she is doing mighty fine!

Overall I enjoyed this power play. Cassidy Freeman is an amazing actress and plays a stoic Tess brilliantly. Tess is pretty darned tight lipped about who the Blur is, because above all else Tess is an opportunist and she knows that as sexy as Zod is, he is evil and should not be trusted. I have faith that Tess will fight her bad boy ways far better than I, well for a little while anyway.

And what about Zod? Well, he was not a happy camper with Tess in this episode because apparently she destroyed the Blur’s blood sample and he wants the identity of the Blur, so Zod sent one of his best men to beat /kill the info about the Blur out of her, but she actually killed the Kandorian wannabe assassin. He was also quite angry when Tess mentioned that she wants to be on equal footing with him. Come on Zod, so Tess isn’t a Kandorian, big deal. She is one of the hottest and smartest humans around...when in Rome...

I hope Zod learned his lesson though...don’t fall asleep momentarily at a public cafe, because apparently Tess can move with a stealth unbeknownst to other women in high heels, and don’t send a man to do a woman’s job. Hire Lois next time you want to beat Tess up...we all know Lois is the only one that can apparently take her.

The fact that the writers have Tess straddling that proverbial I ‘heart’ or I hate alien fence is just bloody brilliant...she has the potential to be deliciously evil and in heels no less! Zod is a really ‘good’ villain though, one of the best that has graced Smallville in a long while. Callum Blue is stupendously yummy, so kudos casting director because Blue plays Zod in a sexy maniacal way that makes my bad boy faze come back.

Overall, the set up for Tess’ involvement in the whole Zod taking over the world plot line is almost cemented, and I am looking forward to where the writers will take these two characters.

Chloe & Hello my name is...so puppet master last week and hacker master again this week? Good thing Chloe freed herself from the basement and killed her evil twin...I was getting scared there for a while. And stop the presses people, not only did Chloe step foot in the Daily Planet to give a Clark a pep talk, but she actually made her mouth turn upwards in what could only be construed as a smile. That alone is worth seeing the episode for, well that a certain thing that happened at the end...can’t quite remember what that is yet.

I really enjoyed Chloe in this episode. Chloe’s purpose was to find out what Tess knows about the Kandorians via hacking into Tess’ data base. I loved that what’s his name (seriously where’s his name tag, so we know who he is because right now he is just basically random dude) *slaps a name tag on him*... so, Hello my name is Stuart irked Chloe because he bogarted her techy advances, which made Chloe do a cool neck cracking “I will kick your a**” face.

She eventually managed to get the upper hand (excuse the pun) and blackmailed his hacker butt. So Stuart got served, but hey, there are worse things than being a possible ally of Chloe/Watchtower. I missed this Chloe...don’t ever leave me again. I also really liked it when she gave Clark the push he needed towards Lois. Who knew that Chloe was such a Clois shipper like Jimmy was (RIP)...makes me like her all the more.

Allison Mack was amazing as always. She could act her way out of a box and then some. I hope the writers start to stabilize her character though, because this multiple personality thing is getting confusing.

Ollie & Speedy...After going down the rabbit hole from h*** last week thanks to the antics of a plucky blonde, Ollie wants redemption and has managed to find it in (not literally this time) a scrappy prostitute down on her luck reminiscent of the movie Pretty Woman. He starts out watching Speedy fighting for her life in an underground fight club where she apparently needs the winnings to pay for her freedom from her not so loving pimp.

After a while Ollie stops by his favourite street corner in order to pick Mia up, almost in a white knight fashion. Turns out she’s also good behind the wheel of his fancy car (seriously, am I watching Pretty Woman?). Ollie sees a bit of himself in Mia, and decides to be her saviour. He offers her a life off of the streets.

Aw....Ollie found a project...really? He should just start a journal or scrapbook, but whatever. He plays the savoir part well I suppose, buys her clothes (thank God, because red and yellow leather make good condiment colours, not street clothes), and he even gives her a job...no, not that kind of job...a secretary/driver position...well actually... no, no Ollie’s intentions are pure.

Ollie even starts training her via sparring, only to be interrupted by Lois, who wants to one up Clark on their dating game. Lois wants info on her quirks, so she can land a great date. Ollie only remembers the good things...no *smacks his hand*, bad Oliver...no sugary lines from you, only from Clark today. Mia walks out in towel and once again Lois owns the scene: “Where will she put the money?” HA HA...I love you Lois!

After Lois leaves, Ollie tries to keep Mia on the straight and narrow, but Mia wants her freedom her way which ultimately lands her in trouble again. In the end, this random (really, really random) act of kindness back fires on Oliver slightly because apparently it is really hard to break Rick the Pimp’s strong hold...I mean he has a gun, that’s hardcore.

Even though Mia double crosses Ollie by almost letting Rick steal all of his money,and almost getting all those involved killed, she does manage to try and save them, but then Mia gets knocked out (Ollie has to work on that side kick role with her). Is that a pre-requisite on this show for women?...That you must get knocked out at some point? Sheesh, enough with the head injuries already!

Even though Ollie and Lois almost eat some lead, he hasn’t lost faith in Mia and he decides to give her another chance at redemption. At the end of the episode he stops by his favourite street corner again and decides to give her another chance, thus almost completing his own redemption. He now has a side kick...cute. I guess Speedy makes a good side kick for Oliver, but the jury is still out on this one. Maybe I need an episode of her in real clothes to make up my decision.

Ollie & Lois...Oh Ollie, if only life were that simple. You cannot be redeemed in one episode, but we can’t be too hard on the guy, I mean he constantly misplacing his shirt (not that I really mind that part), and he gets his heart smashed.

So while still on his redemptive path Oliver decides to take a stroll down memory lane (ok, that really was not meant to be a pun). Lois, however, is not so willing. Ollie hijacks her blind date with the sole intension of winning her back, but let’s just say Cupid’s arrow missed its mark this time around and Ollie’s little heart, that grew three sizes that day, got broken.

Well, he had that last part coming...I mean Ollie, oh sweet buns of hotness Ollie, Lois told you last year that she was all about the Clark, but hey, third time’s the charm. As if getting your heart smashed wasn’t humiliating enough, he and Lois also almost got killed by that Rick guy. I mean, they run UP the stairs...you never run up the stairs!! It was like watching a bad horror movie when the victims are too stupid to remember to run out of the house rather than up the stairs...but luckily for them the Blur made the save of the night.

That scene was AMAZING!!! The special effects were really well done, but the part that I remember most was when the Blur stopped the bullet with his fingers right before it hit Ollie’s eye. The look the Blur/Clark gave Oliver was very telling...”you’re holding the woman I care most about, so you take care of her, Oliver”...but not to worry Clark because stick an arrow in Lollie they are FINALLY romantically kaput!

I did love the Lollie scenes. Erica and Justin have great chemistry (who doesn’t Erica have chemistry with?) and it is always a pleasure to see these two together. Great job to all those involved.

LOIS & CLARK...*sighs* Oh the Clois of it all. If ever there was a night for Clois shippers to rejoice it would be over Crossfire. The way the writers handled their banter was just masterful. The opening scene was just genius. What a way to wake up to the vision that is Lois Lane and Clark Kent. I know my day would be better if that happened.

So, due to the economic downturn of newspapers, Lois is seeking employment on morning news program. She brings along Clark for support, but our poor Clarky can’t read a teleprompter, but ask yourselves this: does he really need to with that face?..Sit there and look pretty Clark...*drools*.

Lois, though, is able to multitask and can read a teleprompter and look a vision in pearls and pink (I hate the colour pink but since Erica could wear a burlap sack and still make it look sexy, all is forgiven), and is disappointed that Clark isn’t holding his own. On with the witty banter:

Lois: “Look, I appreciate that you are helping me to audition, I’m still angry at you for not telling me how badly Oliver was doing, but you’re here anyway, so please don’t make me wish that you weren’t.” Ooh, this is good; we get continuity between episodes...nice. At this point I am in banter heaven; the writers have out done themselves this time.

Clark: “It’s O. K. Lois, you don’t have to get worked up like you usually do."
Lois: “Well Excuse me, I’m Mr. slow and steady and knows what is best for everyone...” STOP RIGHT THERE... Oh Lois, there will be time when you will absolutely love the slow and steady part about Clark...I’m sure once you get your visions sorted out you will once again understand.

Clark: “Don’t you think you could be a less dramatic with the whole thing.”
Lois: “Maybe you could be a little more passionate about this whole thing. But not you, not mild mannered Clark Kent.”
Yep, totally picking up the subtext here; it’s ok Lois by the end of the episode Clark grows a pair and actually puts his mild mannered nature in neutral, and kicks his passion into overdrive...patience, we’ve waited five years, we can wait a little longer.

Lois: “Do you even care if I get this job.”
Clark: “Of course I care...I bought a new tie.” And it matches his outfit too!
Lois: “Yeah, well I bought a new outfit.”
Clark: “And you look great.” Damn straight she does!
Lois: “Don’t do that.”
Clark: “Do what?”
Lois: “Don’t you dare reassure me right now.” Oh how very female this line is, and Erica’s delivery of it was priceless. Clark takes this in stride, like any mature man would.

Clark: “Lois, I’m only doing this for you.” How Lois did not take him on that table right then and there is beyond me. The look on her face was just adorable...yeah that’s right Lois, you almost have Clark completely whipped. “How else am I going to get that second date?” Wow, mention of a second date already? Am I watching Smallville?

Lois quirks a quick smile, “Well you should have thought about that before you stood me up the first time.” Good for you Lois; make tall dark and handsome work for it, because you are so worth it!!!

Well as it turns out Lois and Clark are a packaged deal. Really? ‘Lois and Clark’? It does have a nice ring to it...where have I heard that before? The producer compares them to Hepburn and Tracey. For all of you who do not know who Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracey are, they made movies together back in the 1930-1950’s. Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracey had some of the best onscreen chemistry ever in the history of acting, so I get very touchy when someone compares people to them, but in this case it is so very apt. But, um, Regis and Kelly should not be in the same sentence and Hepburn and Tracey...that is just wrong!

Their next scene is at the bull pen and Lois is going over her online profile with a white lie wand. Clark, however, is getting a little upset because he happens to think movie theatres, six packs and monster trucks are sexy, and we agree with him. Clark tells her that she has a lot of good qualities that men would love, and she asks him to elaborate.

Clark: “Um,...well you’re Lois.” *thud* “Thanks Clark” I say in unison with Lois. And next week Jor-El will teach Clark how to use adjectives and then Clark will finally be able to expand his description of Lois to include intelligent, beautiful, stunning and sexy, but it is ok Clark, she renders most men to baser level English. I still love a bumbling Clark though. We get it; Clark is a man of few words and Lois is so special that no words can really describe her *sighs*

Their next two scenes together are their blind dates. Lois again ribs him about not showing up on their first ‘like a date’, but then moves on to bug him about his online dating profile. Erica’s face, voice, and well everything is so spot on that I just find myself revelling in all the banter...I think I might need a stiff drink soon.

Clark’s date is no country mouse though; in fact, she is a blonde beauty (shocker), who is so sophisticated that she doesn’t even have to decide what to get her PhD in. I liked Catherine, and the actress who played her. I didn’t want to throw things at my TV, like I did when another Vanilla damsel who also spent time with Clark was on the show, so that was a good sign. Lois didn’t seem too happy though, who would be if your love interest managed to get a date with “Mother Teresa n 6 in. heels”? Patience is a virtue Lois.

Eventually Lois is getting ready for her date at the Ace of Clubs. She asks Clark how she looks and via the camera and earpiece Clark says if this were a prom she would be crowned Prom Queen and that her date is a lucky man...oh yeah lay on that cheesy goodness Clark because I am diggin’ it today. Lois questions his level of jealousy, only to find that Clark would love to see her date try and take him on (oh lord, this new confident Clark is giving me hot flashes! Give me that stiff drink).

Apparently, all is fair in love and war, but Clark wants to know what it will be for them. Lois once again grills him on asking her out again. He wants to know if she would say yes to a second date and she almost says...Oliver...huh? Oh man, curse that good looking Oliver! Ruin my Clois fun why don’t cha.

Oliver paid Lois’ date to vamoose, leaving him to express what his playboy heart of gold has wanted to say for a long time. Lois is still a little aggravated about him supposedly spiraling out of control again, and for trying to ruin her date, but hey if it is for ratings she is all over it.

Ollie takes it one step further and decides to tell her that she has never left his heart. Lois does this absolutely adorable giggle of “oh god Oliver what are you doing”, and even Clark is getting nervous. Lois then absolutely realizes where this is going, and decides to cut Clark off in order to talk to Ollie alone.

Once alone, Ollie tells her that he still loves her, but unfortunately for Ollie Lois’ taste in men went from billionaire to bumbling and she is in love with Clark (DUH!). This hurts, but Oliver takes it gracefully and maturely (though he did almost cry...I would be too if Lois broke my heart!)

Erica Durance played Lois perfectly and she made me laugh hysterically throughout the entire episode. The opening scene was just genius and set the tone for the whole show. I loved that their banter was part of their fore play; it was just all so hot.

Tom Welling’s comedic timing almost rivaled Erica’s, and that is no small feat, but what I love about him is that he can deliver those lines that can make pretty much anyone swoon. All I can say is that Erica and Tom acting together goes beyond chemistry between actors, they bring their characters to life...they are Lois and Clark.

Well I guess that is it...oh wait... right, whoops, there was this little thing called a CLOIS KISS!

As far as I’m concerned, Clark had to play catch up where his feelings towards Lois were concerned, and while I think a little more build up from the previous episodes would have been better, Crossfire did a good job in demonstrating how Clark felt about Lois.

He wanted a second date; he was gunning for it right from the beginning of the episode. Clark was going to do morning television for her, and for no other reason than that. He embraced the fact that monster trucks and six packs are part of what makes Lois complex and sexy (oh, so sexy). If it meant her happiness, then he would have stepped aside so she could be with Oliver if that was what she really wanted, and that says a lot...but not as much as him finally growing a pair and looking at her the way he did at the Daily Planet.

Clark walked through those doors and just gazed at her with all the pent up yearning, passion, and love...yes love...oh and a great musical score. For the first time I really saw it, how he felt about her, clear as day and it made me grin like a complete shipper idiot.

Clark Kent is/was/forever will be in LOVE with Lois Lane...and not the holding hands, jumping on a couch, or “I wuv you snookums” kind of love, but the kind that you re-emerge into humanity for, and the kind that makes all the trials and tribulations of his life a little more bearable. I truly believe that he only went there to ask her on that second date, but it turned out so much better than that.

He walked towards her with sheer determination, reveled in her rantiness about losing the TV host job for only mere seconds before he could not take it anymore and then he grabbed her and kissed her senseless.

*SQUEE* FINALLY *SQUEE*

This was no after school special type of kiss ladies and gents’, this was a mature, fully tongue, open mouthed, makes you take a cold shower afterward, type of kiss. It was in character; it built upon Clark’s new found confidence as not only the Blur, but also Clark Kent the man...and what a man! My God can he fill out a shirt, and pants...and *enters gutterville...drools slightly...goes and watches kiss for the millionth time...*

...Right where was I?...oh yeah, our cowardly Clark is no more. A new Clark has emerged...one that finally asked himself WHAT DO YOU WANT?...and he found his answer in a beautifully brass brunette.

The look on her face was so very Lois: “What the...oh...Clark is kissing me...god yes finally...I’ll show you how to kiss Smallville.” *starts to hyperventilate slightly* I mean she threaded her hand through his dark silky hair and kissed him back ....luh-cky *sighs then dies*

Legendary, epic, history in the making, yeah those terms will be thrown around, and as much as I agree with them, they do not really describe what their kiss actually meant. Our Clark Kent finally, after all these years of waiting, kissed Lois Lane for real. A scene played by two actors who love their characters just as much as we do...and I truly thank them for that. I have now entered a complete state of Clois giddiness that should sustain me for quite some time.

Overall the episode was amazing. I gave it a 9.5, the only reason being that there seemed to be almost too many things happening throughout the episode, but you know in all honesty this is probably as close as a 10 as we are ever going to get. All I really remember though is that kiss that rendered me incoherent and speechless (yeah, I lost my voice from all the squeeing...no regrets though).

Oh Crossfire/Season 9 how do I love thee....

Ohhhhh...I loved your review! Hard to read in class as it caused me to crack up a few times when I'm supposed to be thinking about police interrogations. You HAVE to keep reviewing!

[skully]

Hehehe, excellent stuff as always, Cedric.

I think the Phelps mpeg nicely sums up 99% of the viewers' reactions.

9.7!!! Just about as good as it gets, ay?

[FanofTom]

wow Cedric...
just wow

what an amazing review

loved everything, but especially 'Clark Gable', and the 'superhero line' followed by the 'Alcatraz' reference

[RabidforClois]

Originally Posted by Fallen One

Souders: (matter-of-factly) Yeah. I put it on the website.

Peterson: (smiling) Good job, Kel. I think that… Hey, I think thats Clark and Lois. Kelly get the red carpet! Clap dammit!

Stuart is splashed with red paint and thrown to the floor. Clark and Lois enter and step on him to a rousing applause.

Clark: (patting heart then pointing) No, no I love you more.

Lois: We're beautiful everybody! Just beautiful.

Souders: You most certainly are!

Peterson: There you are! Just in time for the cake cutting. Hey, where's Chloe?

Rim shot plus laughter from the crowd.

Peterson: Thank you, thank you. I'll be here all night. But really, is she coming?

Clark and Lois exchange looks.

Clark: After our last kiss attempt, we thought it wouldn't be idea.

Lois: We told her there was no room in the car.

ROTFLOL Loved, loved, loooved that opening number. Bravo! *Standing ovation*

"Of course I care, I bought a new tie." - Clark Kent, showing the way to a woman's pepper spray, 7:01 PM.

Lois counters that she bought a new dress and he says she looks great. Now thats really nice of him to say. Lois must be touched.

"Don't do that - don't you dare reassure me right now." - When compliments attack, by Lois Lane, seconds later.

Witmaster 2000 strikes again!

Daily Planet. Clark says seeking out the Kandorians is his main priority and she tells him to just focus on his personal life for the day and leave the Kandorians to her. Ladies and Gentlemen, our planet is screwed.

Yep, especially since she didn't even find the Kandorians in this episode...she did find Stuart, though. Well Done Chloe.

Luthor Mansion. Tess and her adopted son are at it again.

...adopted son...lol *wipes tears*

Clois. Let me just say it right away - it was the best in the show's history, which covers a lot of ground from season 4 till the present. And folks, this is just the sixth episode of the season. The TV show gig was huge hit and brought to surface everything about Clois that makes them the life of the show. The laughs, the smiles. They were beaming this episode. And right when you think it couldn't get better, we were hit with an abundance of flirting and drama that showed the depth of their relationship. All of it leading to that last moment.

From Clark's thunderstruck gaze when he laid eyes on her, to his refusal to let her go like all others, to his return to DP to keep her safe, to his asking her out twice, and every longing look .. it all led to that moment where he grabs her. It was more than just a kiss. It was a release of five years worth of banter, friendship, and heartache. It was a long time coming. What better place than the Daily Planet, the place that brought them closer than ever. Perfection.

My sentiments exactly! This part made me cry (in a good way). I felt the writers/all those involved really wanted to treat us fans to something special, and what we got was so much more.

Fallen One/Cedric...this was an absolute amazing review (as always) and I haven't laughed this hard in quite some time. Thank you so much for posting!!!!

ps: Jade4813...thank you so much!!!

[hellokitty]

Originally Posted by Fallen One

We are treated to a boatload of images until we're welcomed to Metropolis. Lois is caught straightening someone's tie until she goofily welcomes us as the host to a TV show. Reveal her co-star, Clark Kent, who is looking around as if eagles are circling. He snaps out of it and studders his line. Lois reads they are there to make our day then pauses for Clark to finish the line. But this guy stares ahead and nods like he just tipped a waiter. Lois finshes it for him, but he repeats the line, completely messing it up. Lois kindly asks for a re-try, then turns to Walter Cronkite.

I absolutely loved this opener. Everything about it, from the tie to Clark's facials to the random studio guy wandering in the cityscape behind them...I'm putting this sequence up there on the funny scale to when Rachel and Chandler ate cheesecake off the apartment floor.

"O -oh -yy-oou .. u.. I-- Ww-ell.. you're Lois." - Smooth Operator, 7:12 PM.

Lois thanks him for those poetic words. Clark looks on, knowing he not only struck out. He struck out, did a complete spin, then knocked himself out with the bat.

Somewhere in Los Angeles Dawn has soft music playing and is fanning herself.

I just got the heebeejeebees.

"No human will ever stand on equal footing with a Kandorian." Major freaking Zod, 7:25 PM.

Then he walks out on a speechless Tess and commands a guard to get the info or kill her. Great scene!

Absolutely!

Ollie gets shot in the leg which eliminates all chance of one.

Oliver got shot?

All in all:

This just says it all!

Oliver/Mia. Watching it play out live, I have a different feeling on it. I still sense Ollie is not all the way back yet and I see this as a situation where he feels, through saving Mia, that he'll earn some needed redemption in himself. Its sorta of the way I felt Ollie was confusing a happier time in his life with still having feelings for Lois.

Exactly how I felt.

Zod/Tess. The storyline was under 5 minutes and it still kicked ass. Zod oozes villain machismo and the way he talks to people is a treat to see. He knows he's superior, even without the powers, and isn't shy about letting you know it.

Could not agree any more!!! I love Zod and the way Tess is being written this year is so...evilicious awesome!

Clois. Let me just say it right away - it was the best in the show's history, which covers a lot of ground from season 4 till the present. From Clark's thunderstruck gaze when he laid eyes on her, to his refusal to let her go like all others, to his return to DP to keep her safe, to his asking her out twice, and every longing look .. it all led to that moment where he grabs her. It was more than just a kiss. It was a release of five years worth of banter, friendship, and heartache. It was a long time coming. What better place than the Daily Planet, the place that brought them closer than ever. Perfection.

I agree with you. I love the way you've described their buildup this season.

No longer will I kid that Henderson and Whitehead eat paint chips. This is their second homerun of the season and their best ever. The quality of this episode was sick from beginning to end. Four storylines with all the regulars involved and yet was paced well with great direction. Simply Amazing. My new number one, edging out Rabid by a hair. 9.7 out of 10.

Next week. Wise Kandorians wear dresses, and planets go boom because of it.

I agree Cedric. This episode was so much more than eye candy and light hearted humor. Great review, a great laugh as always! I can't wait for the next eps.

[Nanda Lane]

Originally Posted by MjLaDy08

Reviews:

http://tv.ign.com/articles/104/1040950p1.html

http://www.mania.com/smallville-96-c...le_118593.html

Are we only sharing the negative ones?


http://www.ifmagazine.com/review.asp?article=3609

http://www.tvguidemagazine.com/small...leap-3036.html

http://tv.insidepulse.com/2009/11/02...de-9-6-review/

http://www.supermanhomepage.com/tv/t...allville9-ep06

[Jade4813]

Cedric, you know I adore you and your reviews! Is it sad that I laughed hardest at the comment about Zod's wife seeing a bowl of Jell-O and screaming "Davis!"?

[hellokitty]

^^^OMG, I died on that part!