tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post8778934215358009872..comments2024-03-26T13:17:29.405-04:00Comments on Outlandish Observations: Episode 313: "Eye of the Storm" (SPOILERS!)Karen Henryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07635855088490793965noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-71890229075661160072018-08-31T19:55:36.529-04:002018-08-31T19:55:36.529-04:00Over the last 3 days, I have binge-read ALL of you...Over the last 3 days, I have binge-read ALL of your recaps from all three seasons!!! I used to enjoy your commentary on Diana's website, but over the past couple of years fell into the habit of going to her FB page instead. I have missed you! I really enjoyed your recaps. Like me you seem to be able to enjoy the series without getting totally BENT OUT OF SHAPE when there are changes from the books. And we are obviously in agreement over the absolutely superb job they have done with the adaptations so far. I would like to address something that you mentioned that bothered you regarding season 3, that I would like you to consider. First of all, I must say that I like the television interpretation of the Yi Chen Chou character MUCH better than the book version. I think the reactions and demeanor of the TV character are much more realistic for someone of the Eastern culture and religions than the "stereotypical" depiction in Voyager. There were depths in the character in the book but they are hidden till very late, in that beautifully written discourse on the ship. But I think that Claire, being from our time, would have seen and acknowledged those depths sooner, as depicted in the show, rather than just going along with the 18th century prejudices as much as she did in the book. This is one of those extremely rare occasions where I think the TV series got it "right" to an even greater degree than the books. As for the attraction between him and Margaret Campbell- assuming the premise that she is a "genuine" seer or psychic, and knowing the reverence that the eastern religions place on this "gift" which is so different from the stereotypical and historic Western Chirstian view, I can well understand Yi Chen Chou's reaction to her both as a fellow ALIEN creature and as someone with a true reverence and respect for her "gift", and I can understand his ability to perhaps see the human being behind the "gift" with less judgmental and more appreciative eyes. And he sees others despise her for her differences and her appearance much as they have him, so there is a element of protectiveness there from the start as well, made even more so once he realizes she is being not only used but abused by her brother. So that is my "take" on that situation, as depicted in the TV series. Hope you find it helpful.... I look forward to Season 4 and hope we can exchange viewpoints!!! <br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06047113250431467986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-50494228035858231982017-12-19T12:05:58.986-05:002017-12-19T12:05:58.986-05:00HI Karen sorry I didn't give you my review , m...HI Karen sorry I didn't give you my review , my computer had to be fixed so now I can .loved the final and it ended the way fans wanted and can't wait to add season 3 to my Outlander library . please post more soon. Sincerely .Mary Tormeynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-18136138860984579832017-12-16T16:46:36.046-05:002017-12-16T16:46:36.046-05:00Wonderful episode. Really great. But this is mor...Wonderful episode. Really great. But this is more of a general comment. It just occurred to me that this couple's real life relationship parallel's the story in many ways. They (SH & CB) are "forced" by circumstance to be intimate, more intimate - I dare say - than many married couples. At the same time they have such genuine regard and respect for each other.<br /><br />It makes them a pleasure to watch - on and off screen. In addition to being achingly beautiful, they are BOTH immensely talented and a genuine pleasure to watch. I am grateful to them and everyone responsible for the Outlander phenomenon - book and tv show alike.<br /><br />Such a wonderful world to escape into when I can barely tolerate my own.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-76078724116219216532017-12-15T09:37:13.068-05:002017-12-15T09:37:13.068-05:00Really loved this season, but there are numerous f...Really loved this season, but there are numerous fans that are frustrated that the character of Jaime has been diminished so. We understand adaptation, but do not understand change in the actual character from the books.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-61858592313537608782017-12-12T19:35:29.511-05:002017-12-12T19:35:29.511-05:00It was a fantastic ending to a great Season!
The ...It was a fantastic ending to a great Season! <br />The scene of the dancers with the flash back to the dancers at Craigh na Dun gave me goosebumps. Bear's music throughout the whole series has been so beautiful, helping to pull you in to each scene.<br /><br />I was happy to see that Mr. Willoughby got a happy ending with Margaret Campbell. <br /><br />I thought the rescue scene was so well done, reminiscent of Jaime's scene on the battefield of Culloden, it had an unearthly feel that was quite haunting and the kiss was a beautiful touch.<br /><br />Was really glad to see the "noises ye don't make" scene follow the book so closely. Sam and Caitriona did such a great job of showing such tender passion with a bit of playfulness, bringing Jaime and Claire closer to the Jaime and Claire of season one. <br /><br />The beach scene was a perfect ending to a great Episode! Can't wait for season 4!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00497102700645605005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-46691191963501944962017-12-12T08:47:29.282-05:002017-12-12T08:47:29.282-05:00Susanlynn,
I agree with you about LJG. Halfway th...Susanlynn,<br />I agree with you about LJG. Halfway through Drums of Autumn I really started liking him. At this point, he doesn’t seem like a threat to Claire. The actor that plays him makes me like him even more. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-57507052653171500382017-12-11T18:37:43.851-05:002017-12-11T18:37:43.851-05:00Well, they managed to get Jamie and Claire to Geor...Well, they managed to get Jamie and Claire to Georgia, but it was a bit frantic.<br /><br />David BErry was amazing again. I really did not like Lord John in the books because , like Claire, I was jealous of his love for Jamie. Step back, man. However, DAvid Berry is doing a great job with this role , and he has made me love JOhn and feel sorry that Jamie cannot return his love...because...well...Claire!<br /><br />Loved the scene on ship with Jamie as a man with a plan..a very good plan, indeed.<br /><br />The underwater scene of Jamie swimming to rescue Claire was beautiful and meaningful. These two have a mystical connection that let's them find, save, heal each other...always. Beautiful. The eye of the storm was a magnificent image . Watching them float together in that endless, blue sea was amazing.♥Susanlynnnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-59535351906473139032017-12-11T10:12:51.941-05:002017-12-11T10:12:51.941-05:00I assumed the slaves/maroons passing Claire in the...I assumed the slaves/maroons passing Claire in the carriage were ritual participants and on their way to the ritual site. Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03953726980187815007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7379581147262228210.post-60718086329158448492017-12-11T06:08:34.438-05:002017-12-11T06:08:34.438-05:00I thought it a wonderful episode to end a great se...I thought it a wonderful episode to end a great season. I’m so happy I discovered this incredible series, which lead me to reading the books. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com