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2.22 The Telling Irina to Sydney: "Stop being as stubborn as I am." They went and changed the whole series again. How about that? The season finale was basically the resolution of both the Will/Francie plotline and the uncertainty about Irina. The last two minutes were an absolute knock-out; I don't think I've ever seen a show do something like that. I give Abrams a great deal of credit for taking such extreme dramatic chances; it certainly keeps the show exciting. I kept feeling throughout that Will was the only one who had enough data to figure out that it was Francie; I was mildly disappointed that he found out by stumbling over her medication instead of through research and deduction, although the cell phone message and the scene with Syd, Francie, and the ice cream was just excellent. The Will/Francie scene with the knife had me on the edge of my seat. Merrin Dungey did her best "Alias" work in these last two episodes, without a doubt; she kept scaring me because I never knew what she would do. Her expressions changed constantly. And that final scene with Will was stunning; Allison/Francie had developed feelings for Will. Didn't stop her, though. Sark was just delightful. My favorite line in this episode was, "Not a problem. My loyalties are flexible." He's such an interesting character, loyal only to himself, ready to change sides at a moment's notice. And how interesting that he was romantically involved with Allison, and jealous of her relationship with Will ("You don't fancy him, do you?"). Come to think of it, Will and Sark are much the same physical type, so it sort of makes sense. One major issue has finally been resolved. Sydney's parents may be twisted individuals, but they both love her. I'm glad that Irina has been sincere about her love for Sydney all along. The way she showed up at the ice rink was a shock; and when she jumped off the building, I thought she was going to kill herself. I still don't understand why Irina didn't just tell Sydney outright who the double was. "Alias" plots are so convoluted, though, that I'm sure there was a reason. What is sad is that Sydney has clearly become close to Jack, finally, or again, and I bet that's going to be an issue when the series returns next fall -- if, as I'm theorizing, Jack has changed sides. Of course, the big unanswered question is what happened to Sydney. Where has she been? Did someone take her and keep her in a coma for two years? Did the shock of losing both of her best friends cause a traumatic memory loss? Or did the Rambaldi device "Il Dire" cause it, perhaps? And what exactly is "Il Dire?" What does it do? Dan thinks it might be a time travel device, but that may be too sci-fi for "Alias." Finally, was it the end of the Vaughn/Sydney relationship? Vaughn was wearing a wedding ring in the final scene; the character of Alice was probably set up earlier this season for just this moment. He also said, "They asked me to come back." Did Vaughn leave the CIA after Sydney disappeared? Bits and pieces: -- Alt-Francie's real name is Allison G. Doren, and she was one of the children from Project Christmas who was presumed killed long ago. -- In the final scene at the Hong Kong safe house, Vaughn said Will was okay. But Vaughn didn't say anything about Allison/Francie. -- Jonathan Banks' character was shot. Is he dead? -- Sydney found Will in the tub, just like she found Danny. -- There is mention of a U.S. Government Rambaldi stash in Nevada. 23 pieces plus 24 pieces equals 47 pieces. -- Now we know: Sydney is the one in the prophecy, according to Irina. -- Marshall and Carrie went out for sushi and a mission in Zurich. Looks like Marshall has a honey now. -- Will's file password is "Sydney." -- Eric Weiss has the same name as Houdini. Also, it looks like Will and Eric are sympatico. I like Weiss. I hope he returns next season. -- This week's itinerary: Zurich, Stockholm, Mexico City, and Hong Kong. -- This week's hot look: The blond wig and black dress in the club in Stockholm. What a stunner. Definitely a water cooler discussion episode. Four out of four spies; I was impressed, and very entertained, Billie |
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