24: Season Five
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Movie Reviews of 24: Season Five
Movie Review: Outstanding. Gregory Itzin makes the show a complete success.
Summary: 5 Stars
The highest point in an otherwise remarkably consistently outstanding series. There is no point in going into the Season 5 plot here but suffice it to say that the political aspects, developments and twists portrayed in this season have no parallel in any of the other seasons and are the main reason for this season being the most exhilarating ride I've experienced on film - ever. A special mention must go out to the immensely talented Gregory Itzin for his portrayal of the flawed - and brilliant - President Charles Logan. The perfect antithesis to his predecessor, the predictable "good guy" President David Palmer, Logan is an immensely rich and complex character - he resembles Nixon in more than looks alone - and Itzin's intelligent and studied portrayal lends the show itself huge credibility. The world may think it is divided into good and bad guys, but it's those who are both who make history. A note to the producers - PLEASE bring Itzin/Logan back beyond the 6th season. Outstanding and highly recommended to any political junkie.Movie Review: After two terrible seasons, 24 redeems itself.
Summary: 5 Stars
Prior to season five I believed seasons 1 and 2 to be the best. Seasons 3 and 4 were dissappointing. Then came season five. The key feature of season five is how a single threat keeps you suspended for the entire season. Season five is more coherent and organized then seasons 3 and 4. It had a more real sense to it, just like the first two seasons. Season three did have several major characters killed off, but it didn't match the way season five did it. Besides we were getting tired of Nina Myers and Sherry Palmer and welcomed those deaths. However, the killing of David Palmer and Tony Almeida were not expected and not welcomed. With Jack, those two characters I would say made the backbone of 24. The negative effect of this is that the creators now have to fill in the void left by their deaths. Tony can be replaced by Curtis and David by his brother, but it has to be done right. Finally I feel that President Logan is probably the best "villian" in 24 history. I hope he has another major role in season six.Movie Review: The Best
Summary: 5 Stars
Having finally caught up on all of the seasons of 24, I can say that season 5 is the best. This is saying a lot as every episode of every season is great. I kick myself for not starting to watch 24 when it started, but I thoroughly enjoyed watching the seasons back-to-back. I'll get a taste of having to wait week to week when season 6 starts.
The killing off of a few major and beloved characters was a huge blow. But, any fan of 24 knows that no one is safe. And the deaths of these individuals, along with the threats against others, really sets up Jack Bauer's devotion to getting the bad guys.
Jack is more ruthless that ever, less willing to take orders than ever, and better than ever.
I couldn't begin to outline what happens...not that I would anyway. Those reading this review may not have watched it yet. Even if you've never seen an episode of 24, you have to see this season. But, I would start with season 1. Seasons 1 through 4 set up the events in season 5.
Movie Review: NON-STOP ACTION, DRAMA, & ADVENTURE!!!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I got into "24" when my husband said he and his soldiers watched several seasons while they were Iraq. When he came back, we watched the first season - I was instantly hooked! We then, over a periods of abot 3 months, bought the next three seasons and watched them to O dark thrity in the morning. I always would say to myself - dammit...I gotta go sleep or I will never wake up to go to work the next day!!!! Finally, last week, I borrowed season 5 from my uncle because I didn't think it was on sale yet (which now I see that it is and will be purchasing it within days) and last night I started watched the first CD. I almost couldn't put it away. It always happens without fail! I suggest that anyone who thinks they can just watch one episode to try and do so....you won't be able to not go to the next, and then the next!!!! Its addicting...like a drug! I hope "24" continues till they run out of story lines. But with the way the world is going, there is little chance of that!Movie Review: Highly Addictive
Summary: 5 Stars
24 is the most intense and entertaining TV show that I have seen. Season Five is the best one yet.
Assassination, Murder, Mayhem, Setups, Hijacking, Treason, and Treachery are all in this season of 24. Most of them make an appearance in the first two hours and it just gets better from there.
This show has more twists and turns in one episode than most programs do in a whole season. The acting and casting is also excellent.
For those who have never seen 24, it is a tough call. The show is very addictive. One might be better off to not ever start with it. On the other hand, it is highly entertaining. If you have not seen it before, I would recommend starting off at the beginning of season one and going from there. It would really help with the background for this season. If one does not want to consume that much time on it, I think that this season would probably do pretty well as a stand alone also.