Post by: Tom on May 26, 2009, 08:55:44 PM
Due South (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Due_South) Marathon
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This is a community marathon of the Canadian TV series "Due South".
The start is the television movie which lead to a TV series and thus became the pilot of the TV series.
This movie was included in the third season set of the Canadian release and is included in the first season of the US release.
Please give notice if you are planning to join this marathon. The complete series is available for $19.99 at Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017KP8Y0/ref=s9_simx_gw_s4_p74_t1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-1&pf_rd_r=1T19PBJ6A5XZX0R1EA66&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938131&pf_rd_i=507846).
We will hold off watching the first season until everyone who is interested joining in has their set at hand.
My plan is to have a rather slow pace. I propose a 3 or 4 episode per week pace. But if the majority wishes to go faster, we can adjust the pace.
Episode List:
Pilot Movie
Season 1
| 2009-06-28 | Free Willie |
| 2009-06-28 | Diefenbaker's Day Off |
| 2009-07-05 | Manhunt |
| 2009-07-05 | They Eat Horses, Don't They? |
| 2009-07-05 | Pizzas And Promises |
| 2009-07-05 | Chinatown |
| 2009-07-12 | Chicago Holiday, Part 1 |
| 2009-07-12 | Chicago Holiday, Part 2 |
| 2009-07-12 | A Cop, A Mountie And A Baby |
| 2009-07-12 | The Gift Of The Wheelman |
| 2009-07-19 | You Must Remember This |
| 2009-07-19 | Hawk And A Handsaw |
| 2009-07-19 | An Eye For An Eye |
| 2009-07-19 | The Man Who Knew Too Little |
| 2009-07-26 | The Wild Bunch |
| 2009-07-26 | The Blue Line |
| 2009-07-26 | The Deal |
| 2009-07-26 | An Invitation To Romance |
| 2009-08-02 | Heaven And Earth |
| 2009-08-02 | Victoria's Secret, Part 1 |
| 2009-08-02 | Victoria's Secret, Part 2 |
| 2009-08-02 | Letting Go |
Season 2
| 2009-08-09 | North |
| 2009-08-09 | Vault |
| 2009-08-09 | Witness |
| 2009-08-09 | A Bird In The Hand |
| 2009-08-16 | The Promise |
| 2009-08-16 | The Mask |
| 2009-08-16 | Juliet Is Bleeding |
| 2009-08-16 | One Good Man aka 'Thank You Kindly, Mr. Capra' |
| 2009-08-23 | The Edge |
| 2009-08-23 | We Are The Eggmen |
| 2009-08-23 | Starman |
| 2009-08-23 | Some Like It Red |
| 2009-08-30 | White Men Can't Jump To Conclusions |
| 2009-08-30 | All The Queen's Horses |
| 2009-08-30 | Body Language |
| 2009-08-30 | The Duel |
| 2009-09-06 | Red, White, Or Blue |
| 2009-09-06 | Flashback |
Season 3
| 2009-09-06 | Burning Down The House |
| 2009-09-06 | Eclipse |
| I Could'a Been A Defendant | |
| Strange Bedfellows | |
| Mountie And Soul | |
| Bounty Hunter | |
| Seeing Is Believing | |
| Spy Vs. Spy | |
| Dead Guy Running | |
| Perfect Strangers | |
| Asylum | |
| Mountie On The Bounty, Part 1 | |
| Mountie On The Bounty, Part 2 |
Season 4 (part of season 3 in the US)
Dr. Longball
Easy Money
A Likely Story
Odds
The Ladies Man
Mojo Rising
Mountie Sings The Blues
Good For The Soul
Dead Men Don't Throw Rice
Say Amen
Hunting Season
Call Of The Wild, Part 1
Call Of The Wild, Part 2
Post by: addicted2dvd on May 26, 2009, 10:24:13 PM
Post by: Tom on May 26, 2009, 10:33:31 PM
I will be reading this thread with intrest... I been wondering if this series was worth a blind buy.For $20 why shouldn't it be? Would be great if you take part in the marathon ;)
I believe that you would you enjoy it.
Post by: Tom on May 26, 2009, 10:51:16 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on May 26, 2009, 10:55:37 PM
I will be reading this thread with intrest... I been wondering if this series was worth a blind buy.For $20 why shouldn't it be? Would be great if you take part in the marathon ;)
I believe that you would you enjoy it.
Unfortunately I can't buy any DVDs before payday (June 3rd).
Post by: addicted2dvd on May 26, 2009, 10:58:09 PM
Post by: Tom on May 26, 2009, 11:01:48 PM
Unfortunately I can't buy any DVDs before payday (June 3rd).
We'll wait, of course. And besides, Rick, the only one who has said he's in until now, can only start end of next week at the earliest anyway.
Post by: RossRoy on May 27, 2009, 12:13:51 AM
Post by: Tom on May 27, 2009, 12:19:30 AM
I ordered it.. but I don't have too good a track record at following marathons (see Big Bang Theory and Spaced)...
Should we set up a money jar for missed deadlines? :laugh:
Post by: RossRoy on May 27, 2009, 12:30:51 AM
I ordered it.. but I don't have too good a track record at following marathons (see Big Bang Theory and Spaced)...
Should we set up a money jar for missed deadlines? :laugh:
Someone, somewhere would be rich! :hysterical:
Post by: addicted2dvd on May 27, 2009, 01:09:26 AM
Post by: DJ Doena on May 27, 2009, 09:54:08 AM
Post by: richierich on May 27, 2009, 10:42:26 AM
I followed your link to Amazon as that is such a great price, but they claim the full series are seasons 1 to 3. I note however that you have a 4th listed in the marathon??
Can you advise.
Thanks
Rich
Post by: goodguy on May 27, 2009, 11:04:10 AM
I followed your link to Amazon as that is such a great price, but they claim the full series are seasons 1 to 3. I note however that you have a 4th listed in the marathon??
Can you advise.
Season 4 (part of season 3 in the US)
:readthis: :capito: :P
Post by: richierich on May 27, 2009, 11:07:53 AM
I followed your link to Amazon as that is such a great price, but they claim the full series are seasons 1 to 3. I note however that you have a 4th listed in the marathon??
Can you advise.Season 4 (part of season 3 in the US)
:readthis: :capito: :P
Damn - I really got to concentrate less on work and more on the dvd forums :bag:
Post by: lyonsden5 on May 27, 2009, 01:38:52 PM
Damn - I really got to concentrate less on work and more on the dvd forums :bag::laugh:
Post by: Tom on May 27, 2009, 08:35:56 PM
Pete, I remembered something which should give you another incentive to join:
One of the recurring characters (later even in the regular cast) is a ghost ;D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9QNZDXe8M8
Post by: addicted2dvd on May 27, 2009, 09:17:07 PM
Post by: Dragonfire on May 27, 2009, 09:23:11 PM
I haven't ordered it...but I am seriously considering it.
And I could very well lag behind on a marathon of it as well...after all look at my progress with Bond and Hitchcock. :laugh:
Post by: Tom on May 27, 2009, 11:20:49 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Writer)
Director: Fred Gerber
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Wendel Meldrum (Leann Brighton), Charles Shamata (Capt. Walsh), Joseph Ziegler (Insp. Moffatt), Page Fletcher (Frank Drake), Ken Pogue (Gerard), Kaye Ballard (Mrs. Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Jim Millington (Underhill), Victor Ertmanis (Supt. Meers), Michael J. Reynolds (Senior Official), Eric Schweig (Inuit Hunter), Kimberly Ange (RCMP Officer 1), Jennifer Parsons (RCMP Officer 2), Johnathon Wittaker (RCMP SGT.), Steve Morel (RCMP Officer 3), Scot Dentor (RCMP Officer 4), Nigel Hamer (RCMP Officer 5), Barry Kennedy (Bert Jenkins), Philip Williams (Herb Lantrell), Keith Dinicol (Coroner), Jack Nicholsen (Airport Hustler), Gene Mack (Chicago Desk Sgt.), Simon Lugassy (Prisoner), Dan Lett (Dr. Weingarten), Paulina Gillis (Maria), Ramona Milano (Francesca), Vito Rezza (Tony), Elizabeth Berman (Mrs. Drake), Sandi Stahlbrand (TV Reporter), Farzad Sadrian (Cabby)
It was really fun to revisit this TV movie again. Great introduction to the two main characters. None of cast which became the regular cast of the series are in this movie though. We have another captain (the one of the series is better). The only two other characters who are well known in the series to appear in this TV movie is Robert Fraser, Benton's father. And Francesca, the beautiful sister of Ray who develops a crush on Benton.
The humor the series is known for is already present in this movie.
The pilot made appetite for the series again.
Rating:
Post by: Dragonfire on May 28, 2009, 03:48:47 AM
Post by: Tom on May 28, 2009, 07:53:09 AM
Just to double check...is this movie in the set that is on sale at Amazon now?
Yes, it is.
Post by: Achim on May 28, 2009, 08:58:04 AM
I have it in my shopping basket at Deep Discount now for when I get paid ($22.87 for all 3 seasons)... though I may try to wait for the sale that is coming up... depending how long that takes. :PIf I remember correctly it's usually in early June. At least I hope it is, too, as I have a few stuff I am holding back ordering :laugh:
Post by: addicted2dvd on May 28, 2009, 12:56:17 PM
Post by: Kathy on May 28, 2009, 06:10:31 PM
Post by: Tom on May 29, 2009, 07:11:03 PM
Kathy (ordered it) - Mid/End June
Marie (considering it)
Pete (is gonna order it) Mid/End June
Rich ?
Rick (already got it) - next week
Sébastien (ordered it) - soon
Tom (already got it) - anytime
Any corrections?
Post by: Dragonfire on May 30, 2009, 06:46:47 AM
Post by: RossRoy on May 30, 2009, 06:50:39 AM
Sébastien (ordered it) - soon
I'm actually in the same boat as Kathy.. Amazon says it won't ship until June 17th.
Post by: Dragonfire on May 30, 2009, 07:14:21 AM
Post by: Tom on May 30, 2009, 11:59:44 AM
Marie (ordered it) - End June
Pete (is gonna order it) - End June
Rich ?
Rick (already got it) - next week
Sébastien (ordered it) - End June
Tom (already got it) - anytime
Looks like we will start with the first season around end of June.
Post by: Dragonfire on May 30, 2009, 10:33:29 PM
Post by: Achim on May 31, 2009, 07:58:38 AM
Post by: Kathy on June 01, 2009, 04:56:30 PM
My delivery estimate is June 24 - July 1.
It must be because everyone wants to join our marathon! :laugh:
Post by: RossRoy on June 03, 2009, 12:13:20 AM
Post by: Dragonfire on June 03, 2009, 04:19:46 AM
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 03, 2009, 02:10:51 PM
Post by: Dragonfire on June 04, 2009, 04:14:44 AM
Post by: Tom on June 04, 2009, 07:26:47 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 04, 2009, 11:54:47 PM
Post by: RossRoy on June 05, 2009, 02:35:12 AM
Post by: Dragonfire on June 05, 2009, 06:13:35 AM
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 09, 2009, 03:02:52 AM
Due South: Pilot Movie
Robert Fraser is killed in a 'hunting accident' in the Northwest Territories, his son Benton investigates, which ends up leading him to Chicago, where he pairs up with a smart-aleck cop named Ray to find his father's killer.
My Thoughts:
OK... I must say... so far I like what I see. I really like the characters. This story did a really good job introducing everyone.... giving enough time to all the characters to give you a good feeling who they are. It did a good job showing someone that was truly out of place and the differences in the way he works compared to what they are used to. While watching this episode my mind kept flashing to the Dukes of Hazzard spin-off series called Enos... which was also about an out of place officer of the law (in that case a country cop) in the big city. I must say I am looking forward to watching more of this show. Though I must admit that I don't know how well the ghost of his father will fit into this series... such a supernatural twist to the show seems so out of place going by what I seen so far.
My Rating:
Post by: Tom on June 09, 2009, 10:32:57 AM
As for the ghost part: Especially in the beginning they make it unclear, if it is really a ghost or just a figment of Fraser's imagination. And the banter between those two were so much fun, that I was glad that they enlarged the role of Robert Fraser later on.
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 09, 2009, 12:54:51 PM
And I agree with a slow paced marathon. Give us time to watch other stuff as well. :)
Post by: Tom on June 09, 2009, 02:10:19 PM
Kathy (ordered it) - ?
Marie - received, pilot not watched
Pete - received and pilot watched
Rich ?
Rick - owned, pilot not watched
Sébastien - shipped
Tom - pilot watched
And I agree with a slow paced marathon. Give us time to watch other stuff as well. :)
What is the general preference for the pace?
I would suggest 3 or 4 episodes a week.
Post by: RossRoy on June 09, 2009, 02:27:57 PM
Sébastien - shipped
Tracking says estimated arrival is June 15th.
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What is the general preference for the pace?
I would suggest 3 or 4 episodes a week.
Good to me.
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 09, 2009, 02:28:47 PM
Post by: Kathy on June 09, 2009, 04:27:04 PM
Sébastien - shipped
Tracking says estimated arrival is June 15th.QuoteWhat is the general preference for the pace?
I would suggest 3 or 4 episodes a week.
Good to me.
Mine was shipped on June 4 and is expected to arrive June 13. Most of the time the package arrives 2 or 3 days early so I'm hoping this order does too.
Post by: RossRoy on June 09, 2009, 04:48:52 PM
Sébastien - shippedTracking says estimated arrival is June 15th.
Scratch that! I just received it! ;D
Post by: Dragonfire on June 09, 2009, 10:18:48 PM
What is the general preference for the pace?
I would suggest 3 or 4 episodes a week.
That sounds fine to me...of course I may still manage to fall behind again. :laugh: But I'll finish eventually.
Post by: lyonsden5 on June 09, 2009, 11:30:49 PM
Post by: lyonsden5 on June 11, 2009, 11:00:13 PM
Post by: Achim on June 12, 2009, 06:08:01 AM
Going to watch the Pilot tomorrow. Next week I will be on a business trip to Hawaii (as of a couple of days ago I will be working with their largest mechanical contractor on a Disney Resort project :thumbup: ) If you start the marathon before I get back I'll catch up when I get back.Will you have to test the installation once the project nears completion. You know, check out and stay in a few rooms for a few days...? 8)
Post by: lyonsden5 on June 12, 2009, 02:02:41 PM
Will you have to test the installation once the project nears completion. You know, check out and stay in a few rooms for a few days...? 8)That would be nice. Sadly I'll be long finished with my end of it before it is completed. Reviewing the plans the last few days it is going to be a beautiful place. :thumbup:
Post by: Kathy on June 16, 2009, 07:57:38 PM
Post by: Tom on June 16, 2009, 08:33:41 PM
To the rest of us: When do we start with season 1? I am ready when you are.
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 16, 2009, 08:56:14 PM
Post by: Dragonfire on June 17, 2009, 07:11:01 AM
Post by: Kathy on June 20, 2009, 02:49:57 AM
I am glad you enjoy it! I am curious what episode it is that you didn't enjoy.
I don't have the DVD with me and I don't remember the episode name but it is the one where Fraser has to protect the 15 year old daughter of a Canadian diplomat.
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I'm finishing up the second season and it really is getting even better. Everyone probably likes Benton Fraser best but Ray Vecchio is the man for me. He is incredibly funny and has made laugh out loud more than once.
Post by: Tom on June 20, 2009, 10:49:15 AM
I'm finishing up the second season and it really is getting even better. Everyone probably likes Benton Fraser best but Ray Vecchio is the man for me. He is incredibly funny and has made laugh out loud more than once.
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Post by: Tom on June 21, 2009, 09:02:00 PM
Let's start with the first two episodes to give those, who haven't watched it yet, a chance to review the pilot movie.
Due date: Sunday 2009-06-28
Episodes:
Pilot movie
Free Willie
Diefenbaker's Day Off
Post by: Kathy on June 22, 2009, 12:24:02 AM
Hereby I declare this marathon as officially started :)
:yahoo:
Post by: lyonsden5 on June 22, 2009, 03:15:50 PM
Post by: Achim on June 22, 2009, 03:32:03 PM
Looks like I got back just in time. ;D:clap:
Post by: Tom on June 22, 2009, 06:34:37 PM
Looks like I got back just in time. ;D
I knew that you were coming back this week, this is why I chose to start it now ;)
Post by: Tom on June 22, 2009, 09:56:26 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Kathy Slevin (Writer), Paul Haggis (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Christopher Babers (Willie Lambert), Ed Sahely (Hamlin), Christina Cox (Caroline Morgan), Domenic Cuzzocrea (Landlord), Djanet Sears (Public Defender), Elena Kudaba (Celeste), Todd Schroeder (Charles), Matt Birman (Donald), Michael Donaghue (Hugo)
A great first episode. All the other regular cast members are introduced, including Ray's beloved 1971 Buick Rivieras which will get blown up a few times.
I like the captain, also Elaine who falls for Fraser is fun.
A familiar face to me: One of the guest stars (Chistina Cox) starred in "Better than Chocolate", a movie I reviewed recently.
Rating:
Post by: Tom on June 23, 2009, 12:00:01 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Kathy Slevin (Writer)
Director: Joe Scanlan
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Madolyn Smith-Osborne (Mackenzie King), Brendan Kelly (Charlie), Azura Bates (Lucy), Tony Cacciotti (Vince), David Eisner (Dr. Howard), Marvin Karon (Warren Knoop), Angela Moore (Head Nurse), Richard Hardacre (Mercedes Driver), Eric Fink (Maitre 'D), William Dunlop (Irishman), Kevin Frank (Animal Control Officer), Rebecca McLaughlin (Dr. Mason)
Another fun episode. It's nice to see that Fraser can count on Ray (aquisition of the "wolf" license).
I never get tired hearing the opening theme song.
Rating:
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 23, 2009, 12:07:03 AM
After a young purse snatcher named Willie sees an armed robbery, Fraser is determined to prove the boy wasn't involved. Ray reluctantly agrees to help Fraser prove the boy's innocence as well as find the true criminals, even though he's risking his own job to do so.
My Thoughts:
This was a fun episode. There was a couple scenes I literally laughed out loud on. I love that new girl that has the hots for Fraser.... and Fraser's reaction to her is hilarious. I looks like he won't be able to cool her off any time soon. That is if he would even want to. Hell I would say go for it! :P I will say though... that the crime in this story was pretty predictable. I had it figured out pretty early. But I don't think the actual crimes they solve is the central storyline in this series.
My Rating:
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 23, 2009, 01:50:16 AM
Fraser smells a rat when his neighbor Charlie suffers from one too many "accidents." Promising Charlie's daughter Lucy that he'll investigate her dad's streak of bad luck, Fraser discovers that Charlie is the unwilling fall guy for an insurance scam. In his efforts to help Charlie out, Fraser runs afoul of investigative reporter Mackenzie King, who thinks that the displaced Mountie is a part of the scam. Meanwhile, Fraser's still-unlicensed pet wolf Diefenbaker runs afoul of the local dog catcher.
My Thoughts:
Another really fun episode. I got a kick out of the wolf's adventures every time Fraser leaves him alone. And I also really liked this investigative reporter. The very end of this episode suggests she may be back in more episodes... I hope she is.
My Rating:
Post by: lyonsden5 on June 27, 2009, 02:54:26 AM
A great way to set up the series I believe. Paul Gross (Fraser) and David Marciano (Ray) do a really good job of setting up their characters. Many shows it take a few episodes (or more) before the actor is truly believable as their character, but not these two.
Great scene at the airport where he is waiting for a cab... but keeps letting other people go 1st. I am looking forward to the rest of the series (even though I watched it in January. Having been born just outside of Chicago (where the story takes place) makes watching a bit more fun.
Rating
Free Willie
So, is he really this naive or is he just that nice and believe in his fellow man that much... I believe it's the later. His faith in people is so over the top it's laughable really, but in the end he usually turns out to be right about those people.
They do a good job with Fraser in regards to setting up where he will live. Obviously living where he does is a great set up for some side stories of his do-gooding.
Rating
Diefenbaker's Day Off
The funny part about this episode is Diefenbaker's story isn't the main story, not that you would guess that from the title. I recognized Madolyn Smith (the reporter) from the movie Funny Farm (with Chevy Chase). Not by name of course - IMDB helped with that. As I recall many guest stars in this show are recognizable from other movies/tv shows. Unfortunately Pete she doesn't come back (as I remember). There are others though :-X
You begin to get a sense of just how smart Fraser is in this episode. When he described how he knew the girls father was a boxer it was a bit much really... but it all goes to helping show just how different Fraser is from everyone else. I got a kick out of the boxing scene too.
Rating
(only because you would think by the name the episode would have had more of the wolf in it.Speaking of guest stars... I've already watched the next episode. Guest star Leslie Nielsen as "Buck Frobisher" :laugh:
Post by: Tom on June 28, 2009, 11:04:09 AM
- Manhunt
- They Eat Horses, Don't They?
- Pizzas And Promises
- Chinatown
Due date: Sunday, 2009-07-05
Post by: Tom on June 28, 2009, 03:45:43 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Haggis (Writer)
Director: Paul Lynch
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Leslie Nielsen (Buck Frobisher), William Smith (Harold Geiger), Cali Timmins (Julie Frobisher), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr. (voice)), Conrad Bergschneider (Chuck), Donald Fleckser (Donald), Judith Scott (Head Nurse), John Carroll (Scow Captain), George Buza (Welker), Ernie Grunwald (Morgue Attendant)
Leslie Nielsen as Fraser Sr.'s old partner :)
It's nice to see Nielsen in a more serious role but still retaining a little of the typical Nielsen humor.
Rating:
1.04 They Eat Horses, Don't They? (1994-10-13)
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Stephen Neigher (Writer)
Director: Timothy Bond
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Al Waxman (Vince Leggett), Teri Polo (Stephanie Cabot), Kaye Ballard (Mrs. Vecchio), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Domenic Cuzzocrea (Landlord), Paulina Gillis (Maria Vecchio), Vito Rezzo (Tony), Richard Moll (Zaleb Carney), Yanira Contreras (Mrs. Gamez), Francesco Figliomeni (Mario), Brooke Johnson (Adelaide), Robert King (Norm), Gary Hill (Auctioneer), Walker Boone (Crew Chief)
Teri Polo and Richard Moll guest star.
A fun episode. I always enjoy the scenes, when Fraser is visiting Ray's family. Especially Francesca is a riot.
Rating:
Post by: RossRoy on June 28, 2009, 05:34:44 PM
Great introduction to the series. I found both main actors to hit it off well. Looks to build towards a good series.
Oh and, is Ray's little sister cute or what? :drooling:
Hope she's back in future episodes!
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Free Willie
Loved the episode. A bit predictable, but there's a few nice moments. I'm really liking the dynamics between Fraser and Ray.
I liked Willie's reaction when Fraser gives him some money and the boy asks "why is this money pink?" and Fraser just replies "Good night Willie" :laugh:
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Diefenbaker's Day Off
Another episode that builds on the strong start of the series. I like how they use Dief on the series. He's pretty much a third main character. I'm guessing this episode also served to introduce another recurring character: the Reporter. Looks to be an interesting one.
One thing bugged me though, and I hope they don't do it too often, and that's the over-the-top rescue of Lucy at the end. Do you honestly believe anyone is strong enough to throw a girl of her weight high enough to reach the roof of a building? All this while running away from a van towards a brick wall, and still get her precisely where Fraser stands (I'll admit Fraser might've moved, and he did catch her by the arm, so she wasn't thrown all the way to roof level, but still)? Come on! I just hope they keep it a little more real in the future.
Post by: Tom on June 28, 2009, 05:42:50 PM
Oh and, is Ray's little sister cute or what? :drooling:
Hope she's back in future episodes!
Again we agree on a cute girl ;D
One of my favorite characters of the series.
And yes, she will appear throughout the series. Her part even gets bigger in season 3.
Post by: Najemikon on June 28, 2009, 07:14:21 PM
Her part even gets bigger in season 3.
Not the only part from the sounds of it, eh, Sebastien? :tease:
Post by: RossRoy on June 28, 2009, 07:17:31 PM
Her part even gets bigger in season 3.
Not the only part from the sounds of it, eh, Sebastien? :tease:
;)
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 28, 2009, 11:15:05 PM
Another really good episode. I liked the story and I especially liked the guest appearance of Leslie Nielson. He did a fine job. As Tom said... it is a more serious role for him... but yet he still maintains some of the wackiness that we all know and love him for.
Rating:
Post by: lyonsden5 on June 29, 2009, 03:56:45 PM
I liked Leslie Neilsen as Buck. I also liked the way the story told us some of Fraser's past and his upbringing. Even just having watched this series I am enjoying watching these episodes again. I'm glad I joined in.
Rating
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 29, 2009, 06:20:58 PM
Another good episode. I would still rate it at a 4... but it is ever so slightly down from the previous episodes in my opinion. I guess it was just the storyline for this particular episode that I didn't care as much for. But the characters were still all good.
Rating:
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 29, 2009, 11:51:41 PM
Another really good episode. This time around I liked the entire storyline. Though I couldn't get over how ugly the outfit that Ray's sister was wearing in this episode. I also think it would have been better if they followed through on the storyline of the pizza delivery kid a little more. Like how he found out that his car was repainted and up for sale again or if he had to face the other kid waiting for him back in jail. Though they really didn't have time for it.
Rating:
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 30, 2009, 02:31:55 AM
Once again another episode I enjoyed quite a bit. I liked the fact that the female cop that has a thing for Fraser have a bit of a bigger part in this episode. And I had to chuckle at the wolf being mad a Fraser as well.
Rating:
Post by: Tom on July 01, 2009, 11:28:25 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Shore (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Fab Filippo (Lenny Milano), Harvey Atkin (Tex Markles), Debra McGrath (Tammy Markles), Patrick McKenna (Gary Redfield)
The guy who played Buffy's short-time boyfriend Scott Hope guest stars as the Pizza delivery guy whose car gets stolen. Great scenes with Francesca. As usual some great one-liners.
This time something struck me: Fraser reminded me very much of Kryten from Red Dwarf.
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Post by: Tom on July 02, 2009, 08:18:16 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Cole (Writer)
Director: Lyndon Chubbuck
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Lu Yu (Mr. Lee), Joel de la Fuente (Charlie Wong), Alex Carter (Agent Ford), Tsai Chin (Mrs. Lee), Michael Hong (David Lee), Simon Sinn (Thomas Yao), Henry Chan (Phillip Chin), Mark Melymick (Agent Deeter), Ho Chow (Jimmy)
Another good episode. The first appearence of the two FBI agents who interfere with Fraser and Ray. And Dief making Fraser "pay and pay and pay..." :)
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Post by: Kathy on July 02, 2009, 08:50:31 PM
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Post by: DJ Doena on July 04, 2009, 12:50:58 PM
IMDb lists "Heaven and Earth" as episode 1x22, but it was aired between "An Invitation to Romance" and "Victoria's Secret: Part 1" which is also where the episode is on the DVD.
Is there a reason why it should be the last episode?
Post by: Tom on July 04, 2009, 03:02:34 PM
Also storywise it doesn't make sense, that Heaven and Earth should air last (if I remember correctly).
Post by: DJ Doena on July 04, 2009, 03:28:53 PM
Post by: Tom on July 04, 2009, 05:08:01 PM
Also I noticed, that this thread is missing in your "Complete List of Series Marathon Reviews" thread.
Post by: DJ Doena on July 04, 2009, 07:56:10 PM
Now that you have your own set, do you plan to join us or watch it in your own pace, Karsten?
TBH, don't know yet.
Also I noticed, that this thread is missing in your "Complete List of Series Marathon Reviews" thread.
Whoopsie.
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 05, 2009, 12:12:11 AM
Post by: Tom on July 05, 2009, 10:09:54 AM
Chicago Holiday, Part 1
Chicago Holiday, Part 2
A Cop, A Mountie And A Baby
The Gift Of The Wheelman
Post by: Tom on July 05, 2009, 06:26:50 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Jeff King (Writer), Paul Haggis (Writer)
Director: Paul Lynch
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Lisa Jakub (Christina Nichols), Stacy Haiduk (Janice DeLuca), Ron Lea (Mr. Nichols), Deborah Rannard (Medical Examiner), Peter Williams (Gerome), Stephen Shellen (Eddie Beets), Jonathan Shapiro (Teenager), Daniel DeSanto (Jerry), Kelly Proctor (Janus), David Rosser (Quigly), Beth Amos (Housekeeper), Kevin Rushton (Henry)
Another good episode. Nice gag with naming the housekeeper "Mrs. McGuffin" :)
This is the episode Kathy didn't like. I haven't watched the second part yet this time around, but at least in the first part, the diplomat's daughter doesn't know yet, that she has killers after her (except if I had missed something). She just runs away again and again, because she doesn't want to be babysit and rather go out partying. For now the two storylines with Ray searching for the killer and Ben escorting the daughter are separate as far the characters is concerned.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 05, 2009, 10:34:15 PM
This is a fun episode... I did enjoy it. Though I seen the teenage daughter of ambassador (or some VIP) running off to party on more then one show before. So that kinda took away from it a little for me. But the whole list on the match cover thing added to the storyline. The teenage girl seems to look familiar to me... but I couldn't place her. When I went to IMDB I find out she was on a single episode of Friday the 13th: The Series that I watched not too long ago. Other then that I didn't see anything I would recognize her from. So it must have been that.
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Post by: Tom on July 05, 2009, 10:57:03 PM
Though I seen the teenage daughter of ambassador (or some VIP) running off to party on more then one show before.But mainly from "Roman Holiday" with Audrey Hepburn, to which the episode title alludes ;)
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The teenage girl seems to look familiar to me... but I couldn't place her. When I went to IMDB I find out she was on a single episode of Friday the 13th: The Series that I watched not too long ago. Other then that I didn't see anything I would recognize her from. So it must have been that.
She also looked familiar to me. But for me it's the movie "Independence Day" from which I know her from. She played Randy Quaid's character's daughter.
I just finished watching a "Corner Gas" episode and it had a guest star, which just reminded me of someone, when it finally hit me: It was Gordon Pinsent, Robert Fraser (Benton's dead father) from Due South. I finally recognized his voice. I almost wouldn't have recognized him. I didn't know that he was still active.
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 06, 2009, 12:13:44 AM
Post by: lyonsden5 on July 06, 2009, 03:32:22 AM
They Eat Horses, Don't They?
Have I said how much I like all the guest stars they have on this show? :bag: Another 2 great additions to the cast this episode. Ruichard Moll (Bull from Night Court) as a collector of poop. Reminds me of the Simpsons episode with the "retirement grease" :laugh:
I've always enjoyed Teri Polo. Possible because I enjoyed her in Northern Exposure and Sports Night, two of my favorite TV shows ever. (Either one would make a great Marathin :thumbup: )
It's cool to see Ray completely trust Fraser. Something as out there as smelling the meat and Ray is behind his partner 100%. :thumbup:
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 06, 2009, 04:32:51 AM
My least favorite episode so far. Not sure why. It just didn't really grab me. I did like the dilemma Fraser got himself into at the beginning with Diefenbaker, telling him to follow the car, then pointing out he will follow it till he catches it or his dies.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 06, 2009, 06:08:21 AM
Some great interaction with Diefenbaker at the beginning and the end. It's a great relationship Fraser and his wolf have. The dog that plays the part is absolutely beautiful too. Very cool :thumbup:
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This episode seemed a bit more serious that the others so far. I enjoyed it.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 06, 2009, 07:21:00 AM
I agree with Pete, the Ambasador's daughter running amuck type of thing has been done a lot. They did a good job with it though. Making it a two parted probably helped.
This episode was a bit different as it didn't have Fraser and Ray working together. I have to say I missed the interaction. Not much with the wolf either, although it was funny at the beginning when Diefenbaker knew Frasers ideas of what to do were lame. :laugh:
Post by: lyonsden5 on July 06, 2009, 07:58:23 AM
Glad to see Ray and Fraser working the case together again. :thumbup: The episode wrapped up nicely.
A nice bonus in this episode. A couple of great arrangements by a singer named Holly Cole, including "Que Sera Sera". (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2Vs03mlU8M) I had not noticed them previously but they jumped out at me tonight. I'll have to grab some of her music.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 06, 2009, 11:18:38 AM
I agree that they did a good job wrapping up this story. I had to laugh at Ray getting stuck in the garbage chute.... but felt it was a little to obvious he would come un-stuck at just the right time. Over-all it was a really fun two-part episode.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 06, 2009, 12:37:53 PM
This is a great episode... I enjoyed every second of it. Matter of fact this is (IMO) the best episode since the pilot movie. It is a great storyline. I also liked that Diefenbaker was a big part of this episode. I missed him in the last couple episodes where he was barely there. They really fell into something great when they decided on having the wolf in this series.
But one thing I notice is they seemed to forget all about the wolf being deaf thing. There has been a few times now that they showed Fraser give Diefenbaker commands without looking him in the face to do so. Or am I just imagining things? :P
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 06, 2009, 04:02:23 PM
This episode brings us a little Christmas in July. While not a bad episode... one that had a few laughs in it. this is my least favorite episode so far. And it could be that I am just not used to it yet... but I didn't care for the whole Fraser's father thing. I mean the show was so good without doing this. At this point at least it feels like a step backwards. It basically feels like to me that they are adding something into the mix that is just not needed. Maybe I will see it differently once I get to see him in it more.. but I don't know.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 06, 2009, 08:35:02 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 06, 2009, 08:49:12 PM
Post by: Dragonfire on July 09, 2009, 07:48:32 AM
I enjoyed the pilot and the episodes on the first disc. I like the interactions between the characters and between Frasier and his dog..or wolf. I can't remember how to spell his name right now. It did seem like the coloring of the wolf's fur kept changing, which distracted me slightly, but not so much that I was irritated.
Overall, I'm really enjoying the show. The episodes are interesting and entertaining and there are good interactions between the characters.
Post by: Tom on July 10, 2009, 12:04:50 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Jeff King (Writer), Paul Haggis (Writer)
Director: Lyndon Chubbuck
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Lisa Jakub (Christina Nichols), Stacy Haiduk (Janice DeLuca), Ron Lea (Mr. Nichols), Deborah Rennard (Medical Examiner), Peter Williams (Gerome), Holly Cole Trio (Themselves), Stephen Shellen (Eddie Beets), Marvin Ishmael (Niffug), Beth Amos (Mrs. McGuffin), Kevin Rushton (Henry), Tannis Burnett (Dominatrix), Kelly Proctor (Janus), David Rosser (Quigly)
I didn't like this second part very much. It was rather boring to me.
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Post by: Tom on July 10, 2009, 05:28:02 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Peter Colley (Story By), Kathy Slevin (Story By), Kathy Slevin (Screenwriter)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Natalie Radford (Louise Webber), Mark Ruffalo (Vinnie Webber), Diego Chambers (Claude), Elizabeth Lennie (Morrisot), Jackie Richardson (Receptionist), Roger Dunn (Store Owner), Donald Fleckser (Motel Clerk), Quentin Meloff (Baby Jamie), Andrew Meloff (Baby Jamie), Joel Meloff (Baby Jamie)
An okay episode. Nothing special. Mark Ruffalo appears in an early role.
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Post by: Tom on July 10, 2009, 06:23:20 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Haggis (Writer)
Director: Jerry Ciccoritti
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Ryan Phillippe (Del Porter), James Purcell (William Porter), Tom McCamus (Jimmy Donnelly), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), David Calderisi (Ray's Dad), David Campbell (Cameron), Ben Gordon (Oliver), Don McManus (Santa), Damon D'Oliveira (Robert)
A good episode. Ryan Phillipe appears in an early role. I always liked the interaction between Fraser and his father. This episode is not exception.
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Post by: Tom on July 12, 2009, 09:37:31 AM
You Must Remember This
Hawk And A Handsaw
An Eye For An Eye
The Man Who Knew Too Little
Post by: lyonsden5 on July 12, 2009, 09:05:35 PM
Good episode but nothing that great I didn't think. Best part of the story was the wolf.
Rating
The Gift of the Wheelman
I'm a sap for Christmas episodes. This one was a little lacking. I think in part due to the missing "Christmas episode" standard music. There were a couple of hints toward some carols but there was a Scottish type theme playing for most of the episode.
Unlike Pere I did enjoy the interaction with the dad. It was especially good in the firefight scene where Ray was sitting right there.
Dad "Here... use my gun"
Fraser "I can't... it's imaginary"
:laugh:
Thanks Tom for pointing out it was Ryan Phillippe as the kid. I hadn't recognized him previously.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 12, 2009, 10:19:38 PM
Go Ray... Gettin it on with Dr. Leah Brahms. :beer:
Overall a boring episode I thought. Give it a
Post by: lyonsden5 on July 13, 2009, 12:51:40 AM
Benton manages to get himself admitted into the psych ward by simply telling the truth about himself. Great idea on the writer's part. Reminds you that they don't tame the story too serious. Very SG-1-ish... always willing to poke fun at itself.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 15, 2009, 02:30:23 PM
This one really didn't impress me all that much. I found it to be slow and boring for the most part. I also found who the girl was as being pretty obvious... I figured it was something like that early on into the episode.
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Last couple in a row I wasn't very impressed with... I hope it picks back up here soon!
Post by: lyonsden5 on July 15, 2009, 03:40:40 PM
. I wonder what Tom will come up with. BTW I thought the next episode was much better. Hopefully you will too
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 15, 2009, 05:03:34 PM
Much better... finally another episode I enjoyed quite a bit. I definitely agree with what Rick said about the way Fraser got into the asylum.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 15, 2009, 06:43:53 PM
This is another episode I really enjoyed. An excellent one! What that poor wolf had to go through! I tell you what... I bet if I had a nickel for every time Fraser said "I'm Sorry" to Diefenbaker through-out this series not only would I get my $20 (I paid for this set) back... but I would make a little bit of a profit! :P
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 15, 2009, 08:14:13 PM
This one is basically just an average episode. I have seen several better but then again I have seen a few that were worse. The guy they were transporting back to Canada looked familiar to me... but after looking him up he wasn't anyone I am familiar with. Just had one of those faces I guess.
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Post by: Tom on July 15, 2009, 10:32:49 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Peter Lefcourt (Writer)
Director: David Warry-Smith
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Susan Gibney (Suzanne Chapin), Michael Shaner (Frank Bodine), Michael Donaghue (Hugo), Edgar George (Paramedic), Gina Bertoia (Officer #2)
An average episode, nothing really special. This episode sets up the Victoria arc later on in the season.
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Post by: Tom on July 15, 2009, 11:32:26 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Shore (Story By), David Shore (Screenwriter), Paul Haggis (Screenwriter)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Michael Riley (Walter Sparks), Kate Trotter (Nurse Unger), Terri Hanauer (Dr. Farmer), Deborah Rennard (Dr. Esther Pearson), Shay Duffin (Father Behan), Phillip Jarrett (Danny), Ann-Marie MacDonald (Psychologist), Graham McPherson (Dr. Martins), Aron Tager (Nelson), Chris Leavins (Jim), Tyrone Benskin (Mr. Shawl)
A fun episode. Fraser does not seem out of place in the loony bin at all :laugh:
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 16, 2009, 06:00:24 PM
There was something about this episode I liked. I think it had something to do with a lot of the episode being filmed outside in the snow. What can I say… it’s hot as heck where I live most of the year.
The Wolf had a great part in this episode as well :laugh:
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The Man Who Knew Too Little
This one should have been titled “Poor Ray”. Good episode, not great though. A bit too predictable throughout.
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Hey - look at that. A lyonsden5 1st. I actually finished watching before the due date :yahoo:
[keeps DVD loaded and secretly watches the next few episodes to stay ahead of schedule :bag: ]
Post by: Tom on July 17, 2009, 01:02:18 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Carla Kettner (Story By), Carla Kettner (Screenwriter), Kathy Slevin (Screenwriter), Jeff King (Screenwriter)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Carl Gordon (Herb Colling), Clarice Taylor (Mrs. Chaffey), Andre Mayers (Steg), Arthur French (Irving), Ardon Bess (Rudy Porter), Gladys O'Connor (Gladys), Razie Brownstone (Mrs. Klapp), Marlow Vella (Anthony), Jefferson Mappin (Gun Shop Owner), Rummy Bishop (Mr. Rubens), Nick Johne (Turner), Marc Donato (Small Boy)
Poor Dief, or should I say Corky :laugh:
A real fun episode! A lot of great banter between Ray and Fraser.
Fraser: "You hit a 'zed'"
Ray: "What's a 'zed'?" :D
This episode guest starred Cliff's mother from the Cosby Show as the old woman you is almost attacked.
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Post by: Tom on July 18, 2009, 01:16:00 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Frank Siracusa (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Rino Romano (Ian MacDonald), Dean McDermott (Laurier), Joseph Griffin (McGill), William Dunlop (Danny "The Bull" Brock), Joan Heney (Brenda), Reg Dreger (Brendan), Sarain Boylan (Woman In Car), Marilyn Boyle (Waitress)
A fun episode. Ian, the compulsive liar, will be back once again in season two. This episode is the first time that Ray's car burns down, which happens about once a season :laugh:
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Post by: Tom on July 19, 2009, 09:31:07 AM
The Wild Bunch
The Blue Line
The Deal
An Invitation To Romance
Post by: Tom on July 19, 2009, 11:30:51 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Kathy Slevin (Writer), Jeff King (Writer)
Director: Richard J. Lewis
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Christopher Babers (Willie), Michael Rhoades (Arnold Benedict), Susan Hamann (Jackie Alexander), Judah Katz (Judge Sherman), Jack Nicholsen (Caulfield), Bill MacDonald (Devereaux), Al Kozlik (Cuthbert), Mack Slevin (Mack)
A good episode focusing on Dief. I like it that they bring up the possibility that Dief being a wild animal could really be dangerous.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 19, 2009, 06:15:59 PM
My favorite episode so far! Comedy, drama, suspense and action all rolled up into one. It would have made a good 2 part story. They could have expanded a bit on the other dogs missing and how Diefenbaker and his gang got involved and decided to take down the dog-napping ring.
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The Blue Line
Meh
Not good, not bad, just there. Good to see Ray with his car again, although it does take a beating. :laugh:
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Post by: Tom on July 19, 2009, 06:51:55 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Shore (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Rick Rossovich (Mark Smithbauer), Miguel Fernandes (Turk Broda), Tracey Cook (Dawn Charest), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr. (voice)), Wayne Best (Hall), Kevin Hicks (Henderson), Andrew Moodie (Dryden), Maria Natale (Grace), David Bates (Kid #4), Ken Daniels (Announcer)
Nothing special. The humor is missing in this one.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 19, 2009, 10:25:36 PM
I guess that was it.
Nothing special. The humor is missing in this one.
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I thought the story was a bit all over the place too. They should have picked one sub-plot, either the 'helping the pro-athlete with his whatever issue' or the 'remind the childhood friend why he got into the game'. Either would have made a good episode but trying to do both didn't work this time.
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 23, 2009, 07:29:04 PM
This is another great episode. Gotta love the episodes that center around Deifenbaker. And as was mentioned above... I am glad they touched on the fact that having a wolf in the city can be a dangerous thing.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 23, 2009, 09:49:52 PM
I felt this was a pretty good... if not somewhat average episode. It did indeed seem like the comedy was missing from this episode. Plus I did like how they used a voice-over for Fraser's father when he was reading the diary. That makes much more sense to me then a ghost or him being in Fraser's mind for this series. Though who knows... I may get used to the idea yet.
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Post by: Tom on July 23, 2009, 11:10:13 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Peter Lefcourt (Writer)
Director: George Mendeluk
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Ramona Milano (Francesca), Jim Bracchitta (Frank Zuko), Rod Wilson (Joey Paducci), Shay Duffin (Father Behan), Louis Di Bianco (Charlie), Sam Coppola (Cabrini), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr. (voice)), Bud Tanner (Kenny), Maria Ricossa (Head Mover), Nahanni Johnstone (Store Clerk), Claire Cellucci (Choir #4), Eric Robertson (Organist), Brandi Ward (Ursula)
This episode was always really memorable for me. I loved how Ray takes on Frank Zuko.
And finally Francesca appears again :)
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Post by: Tom on July 24, 2009, 12:10:04 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Deborah Rennard (Writer), Paul Haggis (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Jane Krakowski (Katherine Burns), Nicholas Campbell (Nigel Ellis), Joseph Ziegler (Inspector Moffat), Arthi Sambasivan (Jasmine), Frank Pellegrino (Perry), Robert Benson (Mr. Porro), Mario Romano (Vendor), Timm Zemanek (Desk Clerk), Martin Julien (Postal Employee), Eric Fink (Marriage Clerk), Beth Amos (Mrs. MacGuffin)
A fun episode. Ray posing as a mountie :laugh:
This episode guest stars Jane Krakowski from 30 Rocks in the funny role of Katherine Burns.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 26, 2009, 12:35:26 AM
This is a good episode. Like Tom I liked how Ray took care of Frank Zuko. And was good to see Francesca again. The episode was a little light on the comedy though.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 26, 2009, 02:58:29 AM
Now this episode had plenty of comedy in it... from that irritating but hilarious woman Fraser had to follow all over to Ray in that Mountie uniform.... there was plenty in this episode to laugh at.
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Post by: Tom on July 26, 2009, 10:39:58 AM
Heaven And Earth
Victoria's Secret, Part 1
Victoria's Secret, Part 2
Letting Go
Post by: Tom on July 26, 2009, 11:35:54 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Phil Bedard (Writer), Larry Lalonde (Writer)
Director: David Warry-Smith
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Jonathan Banks (Garret), Ramona Milano (Francesca), Alex Carter (Agent Ford), Djanet Sears (Caroline Wilson), Mark Melymick (Agent Deeter), Karyn Dwyer (Mary Ann), Bill Macdonald (Kidnapper), Ken Quinn (Chili Cook), Roy Lewis (Manager), Jack Jessop (Cook # 1)
A good episode. Though I am not sure if it's a good idea that they did a Johnny Smith here. Also fun is how Ray tries to find out, if Fraser slept with Francesca.
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Post by: Tom on July 26, 2009, 12:35:57 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Haggis (Writer), David Shore (Writer)
Director: Paul Haggis
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Ramona Milano (Francesca), Melina Kanakaredes (Victoria Metcalf), Denis Forest (Jolly Hughes), Shay Duffin (Father Behan), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Paulina Gillis (Maria), David Calderisi (Mr. Vecchio), Vito Rezza (Tony), Sam Moses (Mr. Mustafi), Bruce McFee (Moran), Victor Ertmanis (Staff Sgt. Meers), Kim Ange (Boswell), Sam Malkin (Brown), Arthi Sambasivan (Jasmine), Craig Eldridge (Criminalist), Reiner Schwarz (Peddlar), Bob Fisher (Bonilla)
This two-parter picks up on the story of Fraser's ladyfriend whom he mentioned earlier in the season. This is a more dramatic episode. The only real comic relief here is Fraser's dad ("What happened to your hat?" :laugh:)
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Post by: Tom on July 27, 2009, 10:20:42 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Haggis (Writer), David Shore (Writer)
Director: Paul Haggis
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Melina Kanakaredes (Victoria Metcalf), Denis Forest (Jolly Hughes), Shay Duffin (Father Behan), Lee Purcell (Louise St. Laurent), Joe Lisi (Lennox), Deborah Rennard (Dr. Esther Pearson), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Paulina Gillis (Maria), David Calderisi (Mr. Vecchio), Vito Rezza (Tony), Sam Moses (Mr. Mustafi), Bruce McFee (Moran), Victor Ertmanis (Staff Sgt. Meers), Kim Ange (Boswell), Sam Malkin (Brown), Arthi Sambasivan (Jasmine), Craig Eldridge (Criminalist), Reiner Schwarz (Peddlar), Bob Fisher (Bonilla)
Probably the most dramatic episode of the entire series. The friendship between Ray and Fraser will be tested hard in the following few episodes.
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Post by: Tom on July 27, 2009, 11:17:47 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Jeff King (Writer), Kathy Slevin (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Melina Kanakaredes (Victoria Metcalf), Laurie Holden (Jill Kennedy), Jennifer Dale (Dr. Carter), Frances Hyland (Fraser's Grandmother), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Joseph Scoren (Kevin), Linda Griffiths (Bernice), Andy Marshall (Resident)
A good episode. It is Due South's take on Rear Window. This episode also deals with the aftermath of the previous two-parter.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 27, 2009, 10:42:33 PM
A bit intense I thought. Off character for the series in general. I did enjoy it though. Very much.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 27, 2009, 11:42:34 PM
Pete was right when he called her irritating. Holy Crap - JUST SHUT UP ALREADY!!!!! :stars: I wonder how many takes they had to do to get some of these scenes. :hmmmm:
Not only was Ray taking over for Fraser but he was also having a 2 way conversation with the wolf! :laugh:
A solid episode.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 28, 2009, 09:01:22 PM
I liked this episode. I like the guess star (Jonathan Banks). Used to enjoy him in Wiseguy. I didn't mind the Johnny Smith part of the story. It worked out well I thought.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 28, 2009, 11:37:52 PM
From the very beginning you can tell this episode is going to be different. There was some comedy in it, the hat as Tom pointed out :laugh: I also got a chuckle at the vacuum and the TV Fraser borrowed, both were broken and HE had to fix them before he returned them :laugh: But it is for the most part all Drama.
I thought Ray acted kinda crappy when he came to Fraser's house to get the money, it did give them a chance for Fraser to leave the appartment
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The story is pretty predictible but still enjoyable. Great ending. The next episode is beginning right now :thumbup:
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Post by: Tom on July 28, 2009, 11:46:25 PM
I thought Ray acted kinda crappy when he came to Fraser's house to get the money,
I understood Ray here. He reminded Fraser multiple times, that he needs the money back for this evening, otherwise he cannot buy better food and drinks for when the collegues were coming over to play pool. And as Fraser forgot to come, it turned out to be a crappy evening for all.
Post by: lyonsden5 on July 29, 2009, 06:02:54 PM
I thought Ray acted kinda crappy when he came to Fraser's house to get the money,
I understood Ray here. He reminded Fraser multiple times, that he needs the money back for this evening, otherwise he cannot buy better food and drinks for when the collegues were coming over to play pool. And as Fraser forgot to come, it turned out to be a crappy evening for all.
I still think he would have (or at least should have) cut Fraser some slack. The guy is basically perfect. The one time he didn't follow through Ray copped a 'tude. It worked for the story but they could have come up with something better I thought.
Post by: lyonsden5 on July 29, 2009, 06:08:57 PM
Great 2nd part epidsode. Definitely one that will change both characters. They already showed a change in Fraser, when the lady whos purse was stolen went to him for help.
Good performance by yet another good guest star. This show really had some great guest stars over the years. Great ending as well!
@Pete - after these 2 episodes you should be able to make up your mind about the ghost of the dad. He is in them a lot. I loved the scene in the diner where Fraser was having a conversation with him :laugh:
Rating: Going with the
for this one
Post by: lyonsden5 on July 29, 2009, 07:06:32 PM
Another good story. Another good guest star. Another good ending to the episode.
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Season 1 recap:
I'm really glad I am watching this show again. There are so many things about the show that simply put make it great TV entertainment. I am looking forward to season 2. :thumbup:
Post by: Tom on July 29, 2009, 07:26:00 PM
@Pete - after these 2 episodes you should be able to make up your mind about the ghost of the dad. He is in them a lot. I loved the scene in the diner where Fraser was having a conversation with him :laugh:
The best part is, where his dad tells about the time he gave his wife a ticket for speeding:
Fraser: You pulled your wife over?
Dad: No, I was sitting next to her.
:laugh:
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 30, 2009, 06:35:02 PM
Another good episode. I personally have mixed feelings about the "Johnny Smith" route they took in this episode. It really didn't bother me much... but much like the father/ghost(?) thing (at least so far)... it just didn't seem to fit in the kind of show I saw this as so far. But then again between those 2 things this shows that they will go the supernatural route. Which my just help me enjoy the whole father storyline more.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 30, 2009, 07:25:03 PM
As far as the dad goes, there is a scene where he is in the pool and tells Fraser "couldn't you at least imagine me with a swim suit on". Telling us all the scenes with the dad are simply Fraser's way of dealing with whatever situation by "talking it out" with his dad. Then they throuw in the "is that a new hat" type things just to keep us wondering... is he there or isn't he.
That's how I see it anyway ;D
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 30, 2009, 08:41:11 PM
as was said... this one is more on the side of drama then comedy... though as noted there is some. And I don't know if I am just getting used to it... or what other people has said of the situation changing my mind... but I really didn't mind Fraser's father in this episode. I did definitely have to laugh at the hat thing. I wish we got to find out for sure who shot the wolf... I hope I am wrong but I have a bad feeling it was Victoria. Also this episode is a little longer then the normal... clocking in at 53 minutes. I wonder if part 2 will be longer then usual as well.
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Post by: Najemikon on July 30, 2009, 08:43:37 PM
Victoria's Secret - Part 1
as was said... this one is more on the side of drama then comedy... though as noted there is some. And I don't know if I am just getting used to it... or what other people has said of the situation changing my mind... but I really didn't mind Fraser's father in this episode. I did definitely have to laugh at the hat thing. I wish we got to find out for sure who shot the wolf... I hope I am wrong but I have a bad feeling it was Victoria. Also this episode is a little longer then the normal... clocking in at 53 minutes. I wonder if part 2 will be longer then usual as well.
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Argh! I'm not watching this obviously, but just reading all the overviews so far, I find I'm worried about the bloody wolf! :o :fingerchew:
Post by: Tom on July 30, 2009, 09:05:15 PM
Argh! I'm not watching this obviously, but just reading all the overviews so far, I find I'm worried about the bloody wolf! :o :fingerchew:
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 30, 2009, 09:35:53 PM
Victoria's Secret - Part 1
as was said... this one is more on the side of drama then comedy... though as noted there is some. And I don't know if I am just getting used to it... or what other people has said of the situation changing my mind... but I really didn't mind Fraser's father in this episode. I did definitely have to laugh at the hat thing. I wish we got to find out for sure who shot the wolf... I hope I am wrong but I have a bad feeling it was Victoria. Also this episode is a little longer then the normal... clocking in at 53 minutes. I wonder if part 2 will be longer then usual as well.
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Argh! I'm not watching this obviously, but just reading all the overviews so far, I find I'm worried about the bloody wolf! :o :fingerchew:
So Sorry Jon!
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 30, 2009, 09:39:15 PM
I don't know what else to say other then... Wow! What a powerful episode... and the way it ended... there is no way I can't go on to the next one right away!
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Post by: addicted2dvd on July 31, 2009, 12:22:48 AM
Great episode! Though the "Rear Window" storyline has been done to death (one of these days I need to see that movie! :bag: ) I never fail to enjoy it. And ok... I admit it... I am really getting to like the character of Fraser's father! The bit with him in the pool was hilarious! :laugh: And let me just say DAMN!... if I go for a stay in the hospital... I want a nurse that looks like that! :drooling: And I don't normally go for blondes... but there was just something about her!
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Post by: Najemikon on July 31, 2009, 12:31:09 AM
Great episode! Though the "Rear Window" storyline has been done to death (one of these days I need to see that movie! :bag: )
Pete, you should get it! We'll be reviewing the hell out of that movie in a couple of weeks... :laugh:
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Post by: lyonsden5 on July 31, 2009, 02:50:15 PM
h: And let me just say DAMN!... if I go for a stay in the hospital... I want a nurse that looks like that! :drooling: And I don't normally go for blondes... but there was just something about her!
She also starred in the TV Show "The Magnificent Seven" http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0129695/ GREAT show! Really good cast. Failr inexpensive as well. Amazon has both seasons for $25.99 http://www.amazon.com/Magnificent-Seven-Complete-Dana-Barron/dp/B0014BQR38/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1249044502&sr=8-3
Post by: Tom on July 31, 2009, 03:07:16 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on July 31, 2009, 03:33:07 PM
Post by: Tom on August 02, 2009, 03:50:52 PM
North
Vault
Witness
A Bird In The Hand
Post by: Tom on August 05, 2009, 11:25:16 PM
So I decided that I order now the second season again. This time the UK version. It is, of course, more expensive than the complete set from the US, but it is said to be a much better video quality.
Post by: Najemikon on August 05, 2009, 11:42:42 PM
What I would try is copying the discs, removing all superfluous information including menus. That's got me round a couple of dodgy discs before.
Post by: Tom on August 05, 2009, 11:53:00 PM
Well, that's not right! I assume you're sending the set back? You shouldn't have to buy it twice.
I bought my set six years ago. A little late for sending it back ;)
Though I did claim back then. They (dvdboxoffice.com) asked me to send it back and only then they would ship a replacement. At the time I noticed a decline in their reliabity and I knew from experience that they do not reimburse for shipping costs (shipping such a DVD set from Germany to Canada is quite expensive). So I didn't want to take the chance of never getting the replacement and I didn't want to spend so much hassle and money for a few minutes of an episode. But I did stop buying from them soon after.
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What I would try is copying the discs, removing all superfluous information including menus. That's got me round a couple of dodgy discs before.The DVD drive in my PC is also one of the player which cannot read the disc at all.
Post by: Najemikon on August 06, 2009, 12:13:11 AM
Well, that's not right! I assume you're sending the set back? You shouldn't have to buy it twice.
I bought my set six years ago. A little late for sending it back ;)
Though I did claim back then. They (dvdboxoffice.com) asked me to send it back and only then they would ship a replacement. At the time I noticed a decline in their reliabity and I knew from experience that they do not reimburse for shipping costs (shipping such a DVD set from Germany to Canada is quite expensive). So I didn't want to take the chance of never getting the replacement and I didn't want to spend so much hassle and money for a few minutes of an episode. But I did stop buying from them soon after.QuoteWhat I would try is copying the discs, removing all superfluous information including menus. That's got me round a couple of dodgy discs before.The DVD drive in my PC is also one of the player which cannot read the disc at all.
Six years? Ah, well. Been there myself with L.A. Confidential and Long Good Friday (although I managed to "return" that one after all!) ... :P
Some DVD copying software will still be able to copy it though, I bet. I've had those discs before, but because the writer application (like CloneDVD) isn't trying to play it, it displays the titles ok and you just tick the ones you want. In this case, the individual episodes.
Post by: addicted2dvd on August 06, 2009, 12:36:02 AM
I am putting off this weeks episodes for a little while... though I do still have hope that I will get them all watched by Sunday. I just want to finish off my Lois & Clark Marathon since I am so close with only 6 episodes left to watch! :thumbup:
Post by: DJ Doena on August 06, 2009, 08:10:24 AM
Post by: Achim on August 06, 2009, 10:35:36 AM
@Tom: PM.:hmmmm:
Wonder what that can be about...
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Post by: DJ Doena on August 06, 2009, 01:05:42 PM
Post by: Achim on August 07, 2009, 06:15:17 AM
[Chandler]Could I BE any more obvious?[/Chandler] :whistle:No.
(Hence the laughing smiley in the spoiler of my previous post ;))
Post by: Tom on August 09, 2009, 09:41:23 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Jeff King (Writer)
Director: Richard J. Lewis
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Red Green (Hamish), David Calderisi (Vecchio Sr.), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Andrew Jackson (Hogan), Kevin Rushton (Hunter), Brian Smegal (Jack), Barry Stilwell (Cop), Ramona Milano (Francesca (uncredited))
A good start into the new season. It follows up on Ray's promise in the last episode. This episode perfectly shows how far their friendship has come.
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2.02 Vault (1995-11-07)
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Jeff King (Story By), Paul Haggis (Story By), Kathy Slevin (Story By), Kathy Slevin (Screenwriter)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Ramona Milano (Francesca), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Christina Cox (Morgan), Scott Gibson (Ovitz), Boyd Banks (Norm), Vince Corazza (Lenny), Nicholas Kilbertus (Harold), David Crean (Cooper), Ken Quinn (Mountie Will), Michael Maiola (Damian), Marc Donato (Little Kid)
A great episode. Fun interactions between Ray and Fraser in the Vault. More screentime for Francesca. And the introduction of Fraser's new boss Inspector Thatcher. I always liked her character in the second season. Sadly with beginning of season 3 she is only bitchy (and with a bad new hairstyle).
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Post by: Tom on August 09, 2009, 12:38:54 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Peter Mohan (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Lee Purcell (Louise St. Laurent), Aidan Devine (Robert Kruger), Conrad Dunn (Sidarous), Silvio Oliviero (Edgar Torres), Sherry Miller (Commander Sherry O'Neill), Scott Gibson (Ovitz), Paulina Abarca (Rosanna Torres), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Nicky Guadagni (Judge Shore), Frank McAnulty (Fast Eddie), Garry Robbins (Carl), Vince Guerriero (Anderson)
A rather average episode. Some fun moments like Fraser trying to steal something.
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2.04 Bird in the Hand (1995-12-21)
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Haggis (Writer)
Director: Paul Haggis
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Lee Purcell (Louise St. Laurent), Ken Pogue (Gerrard), Dick Anthony Williams (ATF Agent McFadden), Scott Gibson (Ovitz), Philip Williams (Lloyd P. Nash), Stewart Arnott (FBI Agent Borland), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Christopher Thomas (Marshall #1), Brian King (Marshall #2), Matt Birman (ATF Agent #1), Branko Racki (ATF Agent #2)
A lot of great exchanges between Fraser and his father. Wouldn't it have been for that, it would have been a rather average episode. Also this episode introduces Constable Turnbull for the first time.
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Post by: Tom on August 09, 2009, 04:07:37 PM
The Promise
The Mask
Juliet Is Bleeding
One Good Man aka 'Thank You Kindly, Mr. Capra'
Post by: lyonsden5 on August 09, 2009, 06:05:53 PM
North
This episode is a great way to start the season. I like the way they did something different this time, with the location being out of the city completely. Ray being a city boy did pretty good job as a wilderness survivalist, with the help of Fraser of course. :laugh:
Of course, even though Fraser it hit with some... difficulties in this episode he never gives up on his quest of getting the bad guy, just like the Mountie Code says (or does it :laugh: )
Great line at the beginning of the show:
Fraser: “Do you have your reserve gun Ray?”
[witty banter removed]
Ray pulls out his gun
Fraser: “Great Ray, but you know I will have to arrest you when we land” :hysterical:
Some interesting scenes with the fathers of both Ray and Fraser. Good thing Pete has come around on Fraser's dad or this episode my turn him off to the series completely!
This episode perfectly shows how far their friendship has come.Agree 100% :thumbup: It also shows how far Ray and Dief have come a the two of them have a few 'conversations' in this episodes.
My Rating
Post by: lyonsden5 on August 09, 2009, 07:41:41 PM
This episode is what you would think would be a 1st episode of the season. It introduced a couple of new characters and had a lot more screen time for Francesca, leading you to at least hope she will be more of a recurring character this season.
I enjoyed Fraser's solution on how to catch the bad guys (again - he always gets his man). Having Francesca put a monkey wrench to his plan was great (the way she did it was interesting as well :whistle: ).
In the end it took teamwork from everyone including Diefenbaker to save the day.
Speaking of end... great ending! :o
My Rating
Post by: addicted2dvd on August 10, 2009, 06:47:32 PM
Definitely a good episode... I enjoyed it. It was fun to see Ray out of his element. One thing that did bug me a little... either the wolf is deaf or he is not deaf. In this episode... if the wolf was deaf how would he come running by Fraser hollering out that they were leaving and were not coming back (beginning of the episode). But I shouldn't be surprised as they are always putting little things in there as if the wolf could hear. just not quite this blatant about it.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on August 10, 2009, 11:22:37 PM
This is a fun episode. as was said there is a couple new characters that appears in this season. Though I don't know what I think of them at this point since their parts in this episode was really rather small. I also liked seeing Francesca with a larger part then she normally has. The ending on this one was a bit shocking... will be interesting to see where it goes from here.
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Post by: Tom on August 11, 2009, 12:20:39 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Michael Teversham (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Amy Stewart (Andy), Shawn Mathieson (Sid), Sherry Miller (Commander Sherry O'Neil), Todd William Shcroeder (Cobb), Diane Douglass (Celia), Julian Richings (Miles), Warren Sulatycky (Child Welfare Agent), Barbara Law (Sunny), Nicole Crozier (Sung Lee), Rena Polley (Campaign Manager), Adriana Galic (Ms. Downing)
A rather boring episode with an uninteresting main plot. I would have liked to see more of the B-story with Fraser's new boss Inspector Thatcher.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on August 12, 2009, 03:26:16 PM
A decent... but standard episode. It was like itwas just there. Felt like nothing more then filler to me.
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Post by: Tom on August 12, 2009, 08:26:20 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Nancy Merritt Bell (Story By), Michael McKinley (Story By), Jeff King (Story By), Jeff King (Screenwriter)
Director: David Warry-Smith
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Lee Purcell (Louise St. Laurent), Rodney A. Grant (Eric), Denise Virieux (Michelle Duchamps), Nathaniel Arcand (David Kitikmeot), Deborah Tennant (Daphne Kelly), Lindsay Merrithew (John Robinson), Chris Earle (Rental Clerk), Curtis Jonnie (Albert), Ellen Sylvester (Victoria), Tracy Bomberry (Patty), Nancy Bomberry (Sara), Sam Moses (Mr. Mustafi), Helen Richmond (Ms. Krezjapalov)
A boring episode with hardly any fun in it.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on August 13, 2009, 12:32:03 AM
I liked this episode. I liked seeing Fraser in prison, and how even there his manners and politeness helped in the end. I also thought the scene where Ray and Fraser were discussing the movie was pretty funny
Ray "If it were a good movie it would be in color" :hysterical: Sound familiar Pete? :tease:
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Post by: addicted2dvd on August 13, 2009, 01:03:48 AM
Post by: lyonsden5 on August 13, 2009, 01:40:36 AM
:laugh: Yes... but in my defense... I haven't thought like that in quite a while! ;DI know. Couldn't help but to think of you during the scene though. :laugh:
Post by: lyonsden5 on August 13, 2009, 06:54:06 AM
A decent episode. I agree with Tom, if not for Fraser's Dad it would have just been a "meh" episode.
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The Promise
Again I find myself agreeing with Tom. The episode was a bit boring. There was too much stuff going on. There were so many stories they could have told they ended up not doing well with any of them.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on August 13, 2009, 06:29:46 PM
I liked this episode. But I should say that I like stories of Native American culture and folklore. This one fit right into that. The story also adds another level to Fraser's relationship with his boss even if Fraser isn't aware of it.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on August 13, 2009, 07:45:20 PM
Pretty intense episode mostly centered around Ray. Not must from Fraser in this one, or any of the other regulars really. Nice work from Carrie-Anne Moss.
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Post by: Tom on August 14, 2009, 12:14:34 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Kathy Slevin (Writer), Jeff King (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Lee Purcell (Louise St. Laurent), Carrie-Anne Moss (Irene Zuko), Jim Bracchitta (Frank Zuko), Hannes Jaenicke (Michael), Sherry Miller (Commander Sherry O'Neil), Louis Di Bianco (Charlie), Pat Farenga (Pat), Falconer Abraham (Bomb Squad Leader), Joe Pingue (Jimmy Roastbeef), Harve Sokoloff (Zwick), Chelsi Smith (Wife #1), Shanna Moakler (Wife #2)
Too much tragedy at once for this series. I like that they
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Post by: lyonsden5 on August 14, 2009, 05:16:38 PM
The return of Mackenzie King, the reporter from Episode 2. I think Pete was looking forward to her return. This time though the character is not played by a brunette but by a blonde (sorry Pete :laugh: ). Maria Bello actually. (ER; Coyote Ugly).
Pretty good episode. Nothing great though. We do learn a bit more about Ray's background.
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Post by: Tom on August 14, 2009, 06:39:34 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Frank Siracusa (Story By), Kathy Slevin (Screenwriter), Jeff King (Screenwriter)
Director: Malcolm Cross
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Maria Bello (Mackenzie King), Robert Clothier (Mr. Potter), Karl Pruner (John Taylor), Katayoun Amini (Angela Vecchio), Johnie Chase (Mr. Klein), Ann Medina (Alderman Farrell), Marvin Karon (Warren Knoop), Domenic Cuzzocrea (Dennis), John Jarvis (Suburban Man), Sam Moses (Mr. Mustafi), Robbie Rox (Al Grosso), Kevin Rushton (Thug Rushton), Helen Richmond (Ms. Krezjapalov)
Another humorless episode. And that in a series, where the humor is the best thing in it. I had forgotten that the second season was this serious. But when I remember correctly, all the fun episodes are still to come.
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Post by: Tom on August 16, 2009, 11:59:15 AM
The Edge
We Are The Eggmen
Starman
Some Like It Red
Post by: Tom on August 19, 2009, 10:58:52 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Seth Freeman (Writer)
Director: Richard J. Lewis
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Maria Therese Rangel (Anita Cortez), Ken Foree (Macon Lacroix), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Jason Blicker (Special Agent Helms), Matthew Bennett (Special Agent Casey), Richard Yearwood (Special Agent Bush), Allan Murley (Bennett), Shaun Austin-Olsen (Lieutenant), Bruce Clayton (Lunatic)
I didn't enjoy this episode very much. There is no really plausible reason for our characters to have to play bodyguards. And I didn't like the dream sequences and why is Fraser doubting his skills because of age all of a sudden?
The best part in this episode is Thatcher going "We clean our own personell!" :laugh:
And also Fraser's "Ray, duck." was fun.
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Post by: Tom on August 20, 2009, 12:26:29 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), James Kramer (Story By), Peter Mohan (Screenwriter), Michael Teversham (Screenwriter)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Ramona Milano (Francesca), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Louis Del Grande (Lyndon Buxley), Alan Peterson (Sneed), Vlasta Vrana (Henri Cloutier), Mike Hodge (Linus Prince), Aron Tager (Bert Block), Geza Kovacs (Marshack)
I remembered this being a fun episode, and I was remembering correctly. We have a crazy storyline and a lot of fun character moments. Frannie and Ray bickering. Thatcher having a bigger role and tagging along on the case.
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Post by: lyonsden5 on August 21, 2009, 12:25:05 AM
The Edge
OK – perhaps I wasn’t paying attention but I have no idea what was going on for the 1st half of this episode. I guess it pulls itself together at the end.
Best thing about this episode is the scenes between Fraser and his boss.
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Starman
Considering the guest star on this one I knew from the 1st scene I would enjoy this episode. Then, add the compulsive liar from the S1 episode “The Man Who Knew Too Little” (where Ray had to blow up his car :laugh: ) and you have what should be one of the best episodes yet!
Unfortunately it didn’t quite live up to my expectations. It was good, better than the last few have been.
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though. Anything with Samantha Carter in it has to get a 5Some Like it Red
And it’s back and 100% on form! The only thing missing in this episode was the wolf.
I knew I recognized the guest star on this but couldn’t think of where I knew her from. The was the wife/mom from the show Alien Nation. Guess I didn’t recognize her with hair! :laugh:
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Post by: Tom on August 21, 2009, 01:01:57 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Frank Siracusa (Writer)
Director: David Warry-Smith
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Rino Romano (Ian MacDonald), Amanda Tapping (Audrey), John Bourgeois (Colonel Shank), Douglas O'Keeffe (Team Leader), R. D. Reid (Bob), Bill Copeland (Norman), Sandy Webster (Murray), Joyce Campion (Jane), Norma Edwards (Betty), Melissa DiMarco (Stella)
I always have enjoyed this episode. I like Ian better than in his first season's appearance.
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Post by: Tom on August 21, 2009, 07:54:51 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Luciano Comici (Writer), Elizabeth Comici (Writer)
Director: Gilbert Shilton
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Michele Scarabelli (Sister Anne), Marisol Nichols (Melissa), Heather McComb (Celine), Frank Moore (Johnstone), Nicole Crozier (Wanda), Tomas Chovanec (Todd), Karyn Dwyer (Tiffany), Daniel MacDonald (Craig Murphy), Rummy Bishop (Lorenzo)
A good episode. Though you have to suspend your disbelieve that nobody notices that Ms. Fraser is a woman. Also Fraser must have experience with wearing women's shoes. He was walking like an expert :laugh:
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Post by: lyonsden5 on August 22, 2009, 12:45:44 AM
I'll try to catch up when i get back. If I'm too far behind I'll just jump in wherever you are.
I'll still be online (probably every day) but won't be DVD watching.
Post by: addicted2dvd on August 22, 2009, 12:52:27 AM
Anyway... hope you get to enjoy yourtself a little and not just work hard the whole time you are there!
Post by: addicted2dvd on August 22, 2009, 12:53:48 AM
Post by: Tom on August 23, 2009, 01:51:53 PM
White Men Can't Jump To Conclusions
All The Queen's Horses
Body Language
The Duel
Post by: Tom on August 23, 2009, 05:36:55 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Shore (Writer)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Leonard Roberts (Tyree), Chauncy B. Raglin-Washington (Reggie), Isiah Thomas (Himself), Tab Baker (Lou Robbins), Alison Sealy-Smith (Mrs. Cameron), Lloyd White (Neighbour), Dayo Ade (Thug #1 (Trevor)), Mark Taylor (Punk #1), Merwin Mondesir (Punk #2), Neville Edwards (Boot Carrier)
A dull episode. The best scene was when Dief was playing Lassie but turns out that he was "crying wolf" :)
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Post by: Tom on August 23, 2009, 06:51:14 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Gross (Story By), John Krizanc (Story By), Paul Quarrington (Story By), Paul Gross (Screenwriter)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Leslie Nielsen (Buck Frobisher), Kenneth Welsh (Randal Bolt), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Alex Carter (Agent Ford), Paul Soles (Creeve), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Kirsten Kieferle (Cameraman/Racine), Mark Melymick (Deeter), Falconer Abraham (Team Leader), Scott Wickware (Terrorist/Albee), Kenneth Wickes (Train Conductor), Neil Foster (Computer Guy)
This has always been one of my favorite episodes. It was written by Paul Gross who is playing Fraser. It is almost like a fanfiction. It combines everything a typical fanfiction would do. Integrating fan-favorite guest characters (Leslie Nielsen as Buck Forbisher, Fraser's ghost dad, the incompetent FBI agents from season 1). Acting out the sexual tension between Fraser and his boss by having them bound together. Sadly this episode marks the high-point of their relationship in this series. Paul Gross, who is also a singer/song writer in real life, managed to get one of his songs into the show (he will get another chance in season 3, but on the other hand, he will be the executive producer then). I enjoy both songs he got into the series and have both as mp3 and listen to them from time to time.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on August 23, 2009, 09:44:15 PM
This episode was only fair to me. It felt like the comedy was lacking for the most part. Even though I did like Fraser's father edging him on to kill or hurt the guy that killed him. But one thing did bother me a lot in this episode. The guy that killed Fraser's father seen him while hanging from the window. That just does not fit in with the father being only in Fraser's mind.
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Post by: Tom on August 23, 2009, 09:57:09 PM
That just does not fit in with the father being only in Fraser's mind.
Who said he is only in Fraser's mind? :P
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Post by: addicted2dvd on August 23, 2009, 10:25:28 PM
I tell you... I am still enjoying the show... but so far it was much better the first season. at least IMO.
Post by: addicted2dvd on August 23, 2009, 11:25:47 PM
I guess I have to be a different on this one. I rather enjoyed it. Sure there wasn't much comedy... if any at all in this episode. But I liked the storyline about the two kids. At this point I am undecided on how I feel about Fraser's new boss. It could be good if done right... but as of yet I have just found her a tad on the boring side. I also didn't care much for the idea of the wolf acting sick for sympathy.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on August 24, 2009, 12:19:36 AM
This one I didn't care for much at all. Not only did it have virtually no comedy at all... but the story itself I found more boring then anything. I had a hard time keeping my attention on the show while watching.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on August 24, 2009, 01:41:05 PM
I really enjoyed this one. Sure there is a lot of tragedy... and virtually no comedy... but this one worked for me. It kept my interest much better then the previous few episodes. Though after this episode I do think I am in the mood for a more comedic episode.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on August 24, 2009, 02:35:30 PM
This episode is not bad... but there isn't really anything special about it either. This one feels like nothing more then a filler episode to me.
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One Good Man
The return of Mackenzie King, the reporter from Episode 2. I think Pete was looking forward to her return. This time though the character is not played by a brunette but by a blonde (sorry Pete :laugh: ). Maria Bello actually. (ER; Coyote Ugly).
Pretty good episode. Nothing great though. We do learn a bit more about Ray's background.
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Yes... I was looking forward to her return... and I don't like that they had to replace the actress playing her. Don't get me wrong... I don't really dislike blondes... I just prefer red heads and brunettes. Though they should have gotten a brunette for continuity sake! :P
Post by: addicted2dvd on August 24, 2009, 07:24:44 PM
This one didn't impress me too much. There was a couple decent laughs... but too few to be too enjoyable. I didnt care too much for the dream sequences.... though it was kinda fun to see inside Deifenbaker's dream. And there is a couple pretty good moments between Fraser and his boss.
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Post by: Tom on August 26, 2009, 03:39:05 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), James Kramer (Writer)
Director: Jon Cassar
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Lisa Engelman (Ida), Nick Sandow (Barry), Milton Berle (Shelley Litvak), James Gallanders (Mark), Ellen-Ray Hennessy (Waitress), Les Porter (Nelson), Elle Downs (Lily), Laura Catalano (Vi), Lolita Kerr (Mount Olympus Dancer)
An enjoyable episode but nothing special. Again some nice closet fun. What is it with Ray, Fraser and closets?
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Post by: Tom on August 26, 2009, 05:03:34 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Seth Freeman (Writer)
Director: Gilbert Shilton
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Colm Feore (Carver), Lisa Houle (Madeline Carnes), Anthony Sherwood (Frank Greco), Dave Nichols (Van Slyke), Katayoun Amini (Angela Vecchio), Christina Rouner (Laurie Zaylor), Gary McMillan (Corey), Doug Lennox (Kelly), Catherine McNally (Parole Officer), Monique Kampherm (Shannon)
Although this movie has hardly any humor in it, I enjoyed it. And finally an appearance by Francesca again.
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Post by: Tom on September 01, 2009, 07:12:47 PM
Red, White, Or Blue
Flashback
Burning Down The House
Eclipse
Post by: Tom on September 01, 2009, 11:32:36 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Gross (Story By), John Krizanc (Story By), Paul Gross (Screenwriter)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Kenneth Welsh (Randal Bolt), Raye Birk (Francis Bolt), Alex Carter (Agent Ford), Gary Reineke (Judge Brock), Ellen Dubin (States Attorney), Mark Melymick (Agent Deeter), Shawn Wright (Mountie Trainee), Norm Spencer (Agent Shorren), James Allodi (Asst. States Attorney), Maria Ricossa (Vivian Richards)
A good episode. I love the scene, where Ray and Fraser have a conversation with each other without being in the same room. It's a throwback to an earlier episode. This shows how well they know each other and can tell exactly what the other would be saying to them. I also find it nice that they have some small moments between Fraser and Thatcher showing us, that their "contact" on the train is not entirely forgotten.
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Post by: Tom on September 02, 2009, 08:00:36 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Peter Mohan (Writer), Michael Teversham (Writer)
Director: Gilbert Shilton
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Daniel Kash (Detective Louis Gardino), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Sandra Nelson (Sheila), Tony Rosato (Clifford), Kristin Lehman (Rhonda), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Eleanor Davies (Karen), Karen Glave (Darlene), Ho Chow (The Doctor)
Considering that this is a clip show episode, where half of the episode consists of footage of other episodes, it was quite enjoyful. The selected clips were good. But it is sad, that the series finale (originally the series was cancelled after season 2, but was resurrected a year later) is a clip show.
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Post by: Tom on September 03, 2009, 11:51:26 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Gross (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), George Bloomfield (Zoltan Motherwell), Neil Dainard (RCMP Inspector), Diane Douglass (Greta Garbo), Vito Rezza (Tony), Edgar George (Battalion Commander), Bill Parrott (Junior Mountie), Kevin Lee Louis (Officer), Sam Shields (Janey), David Taylor (Sven), J.J. Evans (Witness)
After Due South was cancelled after season 2, it seemed to be the end. But because this series was very popular overseas (e.g. here in Germany), it got international funding for further episodes. This resurrected series is often regarded as a spin-off series (for example IMDb lists it as an extra entry). There are some cast changes. David Marciano didn't come back to play Ray, so a new Ray was introduced. In my opinion in a fun way (it's funny how Fraser tries to prove throughout this episode, that the new Ray is not the Ray he knew). A lot of people didn't like this replacement, but I always enjoyed it. I think it brings a fresh wind to the series. Other cast change is, that Fraser's dad and his boss (I really do no like her new hair) are now series regulars. Also other supporting characters like Thurnball and Francesca are getting more screen-time (about time!).
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Post by: Tom on September 08, 2009, 11:05:40 PM
Post by: lyonsden5 on September 10, 2009, 07:00:18 PM
Red, White, Or Blue
Flashback
Burning Down The House
Eclipse
Post by: Tom on September 10, 2009, 08:15:29 PM
I'll skip the ones from when I first left and just start with
Red, White, Or Blue
Skipping "All The Queen's Horses"? :redcard:
I would never do that :laugh:
Post by: Tom on September 13, 2009, 09:03:52 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), John Krizanc (Writer)
Director: Richard J. Lewis
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Jackie Burroughs (Gladys Caunce), Diego Matamoros (Detective Hallet), Alan Peterson (Brandauer), Maria Vacratsis (Charmain), Walter Alza (Jimmy), Steve Michalchuk (Bronco), Tyler Kyte (Young Raymond), Peter Bray (Marcus Ellery), Diana Salvatore (Young Stella), Aron Tager (Tom)
A good episode where we (and Fraser) learn more about the new Ray. Nice touch is, that Ray needs glasses for shooting. With them he is a really great shot, but without them he doesn't hit anything.
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Post by: Tom on September 13, 2009, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: Kathy on September 13, 2009, 09:27:06 PM
Post by: Tom on September 13, 2009, 09:41:05 PM
Sorry Tom, I should have stayed on track but once I started... :-[
No problem. I am glad you enjoyed the series that much :)
Post by: RossRoy on September 28, 2009, 05:51:03 PM
Post by: Tom on September 28, 2009, 06:10:57 PM
Post by: RossRoy on September 29, 2009, 06:13:15 AM
Pilot Movie
Great start to the series. Establishes the Fraser/Vecchio dynamics quickly, and they hit it off well in terms of chemistry. The story is good too.
Free Willie
Good first actual episode. A few nice jokes (especially those about the color of Canadian money) and a good story.
Diefenbaker's Day Off
Great episode, I loved it. Nice little heartwarming story. Still wonder why they had the dog's name in the title when he had so little to do though.
Manhunt
Leslie Nielsen's in it! What more could you ask for? Granted it's in a more serious role, but he still manages to get a some laughs, and I always like it when they take funny actors and place them in serious roles.
They Eat Horses, Don't They?
Another solid episode if you ask me. Nice, if a little gross, story. And Vecchio's sister is back!
Pizzas and Promies
What a treat! Vecchio's sister is back for a second episode in a row! Unfortunately, I found this episode to be really slow to pick up. Once they get to the car dealership, the story picks up and gets better, but the beginning of the episode is rather dull. I give this a 4 because of Ramona Milano, else it'd be a 3.
Post by: Jimmy on September 29, 2009, 07:35:01 AM
Leslie Nielsen's in it! What more could you ask for? Granted it's in a more serious role, but he still manages to get a some laughs, and I always like it when they take funny actors and place them in serious roles.He was a serious actor before Airplane that had lead him to be typecast in those kind of role, not that I don't like him in some of those (Airplane and naked gun) but after a while it's an annoying waste of Canadian talent. Do you know that he was in Forbidden Planet, Day of the Animals, City on Fire (a Canadian movie that I've always appreciated that is sadly not release on dvd) and many western and drama since the fifties? Honestly one of our best canadian success in the world of entertainment :thumbup:
Post by: RossRoy on September 29, 2009, 05:57:08 PM
Post by: Najemikon on September 29, 2009, 09:20:10 PM
It is a shame he got so typecast, but Naked Gun was such a huge smash and his character such an icon, how couldn't he be? I know he'd done Airplane! already, but one film would have been fun, then back to drama would have been ok.
Still, I bloody love the Naked Gun films... :shrug:
Post by: Tom on December 19, 2009, 11:28:41 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Jeff King (Writer)
Director: Jimmy Kaufman
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Catherine Bruhier (Elaine), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Brent Carver (Bruce Spender), Ron White (Kevin Spender), David Gardner (Police Commandant), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Satori Shakoor (Reporter), Frank Pavolic (Elliot Wells), Paul Wildbaum (Dustin Mahoney), Jason Jazrawy (Michael Johnson)
A good episode. The dynamics between Fraser and new Ray are similar to season 1 Fraser and old Ray.
Starting with this episode Francesca will get a bigger role. She is taking over for Elaine at the police station.
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Post by: Tom on December 20, 2009, 12:56:20 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), R.B. Carney (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Anne Marie Loder (Stella Kowalski), Winston A. Rekert (Frank Orsini), David Storch (Dwayne Weston), Eugene Clark (Orsini's Assistant), Merwin Mondesir (Damon Reese), Susan Hamann (Diane Weston), Kedar (Tom Abbot), Paul de Silva (Dr. Tung), Christian Laurin (Chef)
An okay episode. Here we see Stella, Ray's ex-wife, for the first time. Also Fraser's dad will from now on be more of a fixture in the series. He "build" himself a office inside of Fraser's closet. This leads to a running gag where Fraser's boss (Thatcher) will catch him talking to himself standing inside of his closet.
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Post by: Tom on December 31, 2009, 12:57:44 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), R.B. Carney (Writer)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Ron Canada (Franco Devlin), Sharrieff Pugh (Levon), Jan Rubeš (Mort), Lynne Deragon (Desk Sergeant), Gene Mack (Mason Dixon), Andrew McLean (Deron Martin), Chris Collins (Jamal Martin), Jeremy Kerr (Duval Edwards), Omari Forrester (Rollin' 22)
Episodes about boxing do not belong to my favorite kind of episodes in any series. This one is okay though. But nothing special.
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Post by: Tom on January 01, 2010, 11:29:45 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), George F. Walker (Writer)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Wendy Crewson (Janet Moore), Hugh Thompson (Bradley Torrance), Jared Wall (Robbie), Cecilley Carroll (Annie), Hayley Lochner (Suzanne), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Bruce McFee (Deadeye Fineberg), Cliff Saunders (Ansell Ford), Layton Morrison (Wild Bill Jackson), Paul Saunders (Harvey Lopez), Ray Alexander (Lester Rivers)
This episode is mostly about a possible romance between Fraser and the guest character, the female bounty hunter. It is not bad, but I did not really care for the storyline.
One of the great things about this season is, that we get to see Francesca more often. Also it is now to see that there is a genuine friendship between new Ray and Fraser developing.
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Post by: Tom on January 02, 2010, 12:47:09 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Michael Teversham (Writer)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Polly Shannon (Judy Cates), Ross Hull (Keith Warren), Bruce Vavrina (Mike Bennet), Anne Marie Loder (Stella Kowalski), Yanna McIntosh (Candace Madison), Susan Coyne (Penny Morton), Sean Sullivan (Dennis Fagan), Mif (Johnny Maigot), Dolores Ettienne (Elderly Woman)
A really great episode. Ray, Lt. Welsh and Inspector Thatcher all witness the same crime, but their statements do not match. Now it is Fraser's job to get to the truth. This episode features a lot of great banter between the characters while they are trying to convince each other of each other's views. And Francesca is trying to get Lt. Welsh to buy a Cappucino machine for the station during all of this.
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Post by: Tom on January 02, 2010, 03:36:40 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Cole (Writer)
Director: Paul Lynch
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Eric Christmas (Albert "H" Hanrahan), Susan Douglas (Ruth Henry), Martha Burns (Nada), Jan Rubeš (Mort), Maury Chaykin (Pike), Victor Pedtchenko (Yuri), Lon E. Katzmann (Karl Almazov), George Ghali (Taxi Driver), Andrew Dan (2nd Gunman), Milton Barnes (Boombox Guy)
A fun episode. An old man who says he is a former spy is involved in solving a crime.
Nice parody of old spy movies with the driving scenes with "Pike".
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Post by: Tom on January 03, 2010, 05:07:10 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Julie Lacey (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Richard Chevolleau (Stanley Smith), Anne Marie Loder (Stella Kowalski), Alex Carter (Agent Ford), Michael Ricupero (Dinardo), Greg Kramer (Adolph Kuzma), Jan Rubeš (Mort), Mark Melymick (Agent Deeter), Lynne Deragon (Desk Sergeant), Donny Burns (Drunk), James Kirchner (Guy Rankin)
A fun episode. Due South's version of "Weekend at Bernies". And again, I am really glad, that Francesca gets such a big role in this season.
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Post by: Tom on January 03, 2010, 06:51:42 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Cole (Writer)
Director: Francis Damberger
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Scott Hylands (General Bowman), Shawn Alex Thompson (Chad Percy (Maxwell)), Cedric Smith (High-ranking Mountie), Kenneth McGregor (Nick Evers), Mackenzie Gray (George), Marqus Bobesich (Sonny Dunlap), Tracey Hway (Shelley), Frank Nakashima (Businessman #1), Brett Heard (Businessman #2)
This episode is inspired by Hitchcock's "Stranger on a Train".
I especially enjoyed the scene where Fraser and Ray arrive in Canada.
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Post by: Tom on January 03, 2010, 07:53:40 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Quarrington (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Wayne Robson (Damon Cahill), John Evans (Gus Fillion), Kurt Reis (Eddy Herndorff), Joe Pingue (Sandor), Scott Wickware (Brian Kilrea), Jennifer Dean (Officer Tibbet), Ravinder Toor (Andreas Volpe), Catherine Swing (Shelley Byron)
I like how Ray and Turnbull have to interact with each other.
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Post by: Tom on January 04, 2010, 11:44:59 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), John Krizanc (Story By), Paul Gross (Screenwriter), R.B. Carney (Screenwriter)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Douglas Campbell (Capt. Ed Smithers), August Schellenberg (Gilbert Wallace), Jan Rubeš (Mort), Brent Stait (Vic Hester), Geoffrey Bowes (Larry), Sam Malkin (Blind Lew), Darcy Dunlop (Clerk), A. Frank Ruffo (Man)
I always really liked this two-parter. It is the finale of the Canadian season 3 (for the US release it is in the middle of season 3).
In this two-parter Ray and Fraser have a big falling out and these episodes will prove if they can have as good of a friendship as Fraser had with the other Ray.
This episode also answers the question if Dief is deaf or not and explains the confusion in earlier episodes.
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Post by: Tom on January 05, 2010, 12:44:20 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), John Krizanc (Story By), Paul Gross (Screenwriter), R.B. Carney (Screenwriter)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Douglas Campbell (Capt. Ed Smithers), Janet Wright (Sgt. Sam Thorn), August Schellenberg (Gilbert Wallace), Jan Rubeš (Mort), Brent Stait (Vic Hester), Geoffrey Bowes (Larry), David Ferry (John Thomas), Brian Heighton (Sonar Operator), Bradley Turton (Sailor Mountie), Thea Gill (Tawny)
A fun continuation and a good season ending.
It is fun to see Francesca interrogating a crook :)
A familiar face from Corner Gas appears in this episode: Janet Wright.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on January 24, 2010, 01:49:55 AM
Since starting season 2 I have found that I just didn't care for this series as much as I had. But I must admit... this episode I enjoyed. It felt like the episodes from season 1. I got a kick at the end of the episode with them throwing the eggs to get the bad guys. Was a fun episode.
My Rating:=
Post by: addicted2dvd on January 24, 2010, 01:52:50 PM
This episode I have mixed feelings about. I didn't enjoy it quite as much as the previous episode. But it was still pretty good. Some of it was pretty out there... and some of the attempts at humor didn't work for me. But over all not a basic average episode I guess.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on January 24, 2010, 03:43:01 PM
The description of this one sounded funny when I read it... but it didn't work for me. It really wasn't funny at all. And I found myself wanting to doze while I was trying to watch it. I just had a bit of a hard time keeping my attention on it.
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Post by: Tom on July 30, 2010, 07:02:36 PM
I only have "season 4" to go (which is the second half of US's season 3).
But it would be more fun, if more people are joining in again.
Maybe some of the newer members are even interested to catch up. The complete series is still available fairly cheap at Amazon.com.
Post by: Dragonfire on July 30, 2010, 10:42:40 PM
But I did like what I saw to begin with. I just didn't get back to it.
Post by: RossRoy on July 30, 2010, 10:48:17 PM
I failed horribly at this one. :lol
But I did like what I saw to begin with. I just didn't get back to it.
Yeah me too. I just stopped watching. Got the urge to move on to other stuff and never came back so far.
Post by: Tom on December 30, 2010, 08:57:04 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Quarrington (Writer)
Director: Larry McLean
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Toni Lake), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey/Hayseed), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey/Hayseed), Ramona Milano (Deputy Bernie), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Bubba Dean), Max Gail Jr. (Wilson Welsh), Wanda Cannon (Olivia Murtagh), Richard Fitzpatrick (Woody), Bruce Weitz (Huck), Avery Saltzman (Hector Proulx), Dan Redican (Booth Announcer), Jon Cubrt (Rusty Barstead), Reg Dreger (Winston Cohoon), Thomas Mitchell (Kelly Olsen), Joseph Di Mambro (Pete Consentino)
I think it is time to finally continue with this marathon. This season set has been lying on my DVD player for months now begging me to watch it.
As soon as I put the DVD into the drive and the menu came up, the theme music put me right back into the mood to watch this TV series. I just love the theme.
The episode itself though is nothing special. It concentrates on Lt. Welsh and his brother too much and we hardly have any interaction between Fraser and Ray.
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Post by: addicted2dvd on December 30, 2010, 08:59:48 PM
Post by: Tom on December 30, 2010, 09:03:29 PM
Post by: addicted2dvd on December 30, 2010, 09:23:04 PM
Post by: Tom on December 30, 2010, 09:51:41 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Shore (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Philip Granger (Tim Kelly), Tyrone Benskin (Jeff Storey), Clare Coulter (Barbara Kowalski), Dan MacDonald (Derek Kowalski), Gordon Tootoosis (Quinn), Matthew Bennett (Jack Goody), Trevor Blumas (Young Fraser), Michaela Mathieu (Diane Bowen), Garfield Andrews (Bruce Card)
Better than the previous episode. It has more of the spirit of a Due South episode. Also Francesca had more screentime, which is always a plus.
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Post by: Tom on December 30, 2010, 10:47:08 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Young (Writer)
Director: Stephen Surjik
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Francie Swift (Luanne Russell), Helen Hughes (Mrs. Tucci), Paulino Nunes (Wayne), Billy Otis (Nellie Martin), E.M. Margolese (Franco Tucci), A. Frank Ruffo (Gino Tortelli), Paul Wildbaum (Andy), Tracey Ferencz (Receptionist), Gene DiNovi (Priest)
An okay episode. Nothing special.
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Post by: Tom on December 30, 2010, 11:52:31 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Rob Forsyth (Writer)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Stephanie Romanov (Denny Scarpa), Andrew Tarbet (Agent Exley), Paul Miller (Agent White), Jack Nicholsen (Joey), Terry Harford (Alex Farah), Michael Millar (Andy), Sheldon Davis (Carson), Kay Valley (Civilian Aid), Jean Daigle (Doorman), David Boyce (Tommy)
This one was more fun than the last few episodes. Also a familiar face guest-stars: Stephanie Romanov (Lilah from "Angel")
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Post by: Tom on December 31, 2010, 01:35:26 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), John Krizanc (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dixie Seatle (Beth Botrelle), Bill MacDonald (Sam Franklin), Nancy Palk (Carolyn Sherman), Art Hindle (Robert Bedford), Oliver Becker (Carmen Miranda), Robert Kennedy (Bartender), Jenny Parsons (Jocelyn Kerr), Kathryn Kirkpatrick (Prisoner #2), Michaela Mathieu (Diane Bowen), Angela Maiorano (Trustee #1)
A good episode. A rather serious one. Ray has to deal with the past after he has to help a woman who he falsely put behind bars for murder when he was a rookie.
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Post by: Tom on January 01, 2011, 12:38:05 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Frank Siracusa (Writer)
Director: Bruce Pittman
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Salome Bey (Momma Lolla), Von Coulter (Gerome Laferette), Maurice Dean Wint (Henry Goodfello), Maury Chaykin (Jasper Gutman), Timm Zemanek (Aaron Gobrah), Dan McDonald (Damian Kowalksi), Robyn Stevan (Mert), Kyrin Hall (Lisa Laferette), J.J. Evans (Eduardo), Alexandra Johnson (Marie Laferette)
Some really good moments. But I didn't enjoy the case they were on. I do not like "Voodoo" cases in general.
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Post by: Tom on January 01, 2011, 01:32:10 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Gail Collins (Writer), David Cole (Writer)
Director: Larry McLean
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Michael Hogan (George), Ronnie Hawkins (Muddy Johnson), Shawn Doyle (Dwight Jones), David Keeley (Earl Jeffers), Dan Lett (Carver Dunn), Michelle Wright (Tracy Jenkins), Lynne Deragon (Desk Sergeant), Susan Hamann (MacAfferty), Jamie Williams (Mick), Brad Borbridge (Smith), Justine Campbell (Arlene), Reagan Pasternak (Waitress)
Now that was a fun episode. Also the Turnball courting Francesca is nice.
Even though Gordon Pinsent is in the opening credits, I don't remember seeing him once in this season so far. Though I remember him appearing a lot at the end of this series. So the best episodes should be coming up soon.
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Post by: Tom on January 02, 2011, 11:53:25 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Peter Mohan (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Anne Marie Loder (Stella Kowalski), Charles Dennis (Marcel), Donald Carrier), Marc Brandon Daniel), Alan Scarfe (Wilson Warfield), Jack Jessop (Frank), Pedro Salvin (Café Owner), Claudio Mascuilli (Eddie), Kenny Robinson (Johnny), Greg Anthony Stokes (Reggie), Nadia Litz (Girl)
Ghost Dad is back :)
I always enjoyed this episode. Episodes where Fraser stands up for his principles against all odds are usually enjoyable.
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Post by: Tom on January 04, 2011, 11:17:50 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), David Cole (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Barbara Eve Harris (Agent Handler), James Kidnie), John Hemphill), Frank Crudele), Al Waxman (Van Zandt), Lynne Deragon (Desk Sargeant), Michael Simpson (Digger), Mark Wilson (Agent Young), John Boylan (Arthur Vole), Maureen Holloway (Shawnee Aston), Patrick Gallagher (Earle)
A little bit silly. But it has its fun moments with Francesca.
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Post by: Tom on January 05, 2011, 12:07:45 AM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), John Krizanc (Writer)
Director: George Bloomfield
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Richard Chevolleau (Davie Abelard), Elisabeth Rosen), Nola Augustson), David Fox (Rev. Albert Barrow), Jeff Pustil (Doctor), Katherine Trowell (Technician), Marvin Kaye (Sandy Waters), Robert Thomas (Addie Harlan)
An average episode. Nothing special. Not a very original storyline.
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Post by: Tom on January 05, 2011, 05:33:24 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Julie Lacey (Writer)
Director: Francis Damberger
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Matt Heney), Vince Bruni), Jessica Steen (Maggie), Tim Koetting (Tommy Ellis), Mario Romano (Man), Dorothy Gordon (Rosy), Cliff Saunders (Eddie), Jed Dixon (Jake)
I always liked this episode. Even though it is has a cliché of any long-running series:
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Post by: Tom on January 05, 2011, 06:37:23 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Gross (Writer), R.B. Carney (Writer)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Bo Svenson (Holloway Muldoon), Jonathan Potts (Agent Lachlan), Phil Jarrett (Agent Maddox), Jan Rubeš (Mort), Leslie Nielsen (Buck Frobisher), Garry Robbins (Big Toe Blake), Wendy MacDonald (Hotel Manager), Robert Smith (Tough #1), Tony Munch (Jerry Smith)
First part of the series finale with some nice returning cast. For one thing we have Leslie Nielsen as Buck Frobisher again. This time he is used more in his well-known kind of dead-pan delivery of funny lines while crazy stuff is going around him.
And then of course we have the original Ray coming back. It's nice to see both Rays meeting each other. New Ray is confronted with the notion that he has to give up his new life again, which bothers him.
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Post by: Tom on January 05, 2011, 07:35:19 PM
Writer: Paul Haggis (Created By), Paul Gross (Writer), R.B. Carney (Writer)
Director: Steve DiMarco
Cast: Paul Gross (Constable Benton Fraser), Callum Keith Rennie (Stanley "Ray" Kowalski), Beau Starr (Lt. Harding Welsh), Camilla Scott (Inspector Margaret Thatcher), Tony Craig (Detective Jack Huey), Tom Melissis (Detective Dewey), Ramona Milano (Francesca Vecchio), Gordon Pinsent (Fraser Sr.), Dean McDermott (Constable Turnbull), Anne Marie Loder (Stella Kowalski), David Marciano (Detective Ray Vecchio), Bo Svenson (Holloway Muldoon), Kenneth Welsh (Cyrus Bolt), Leslie Nielsen (Buck Frobisher), Martha Burns (Caroline Fraser), Peter Ferri (Delmar Huggins), Tony Munch (Jerry Smith), Chaz Thorne (Tony), Isolde Oneill (Tina)
Not as good as the first part. But nice that the series got the chance for a conclusion instead of just having it end. Although the fate of the characters may be unsatisfying for first time viewers I think, viewed as a resolution between the two Rays and Fraser it worked okay.
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Post by: Tom on January 05, 2011, 07:35:57 PM
Post by: DSig on June 18, 2012, 06:27:56 AM
Dsig
Post by: Tom on June 18, 2012, 07:29:47 AM
Pete hasn't yet finished this marathon anyway ;)
Post by: addicted2dvd on June 18, 2012, 01:01:14 PM
Post by: Dragonfire on June 19, 2012, 06:10:13 AM
Neither have I...I don't know why either because I was enjoying the show. I need to get back to it.