You make such great points in your first paragraph regarding the number of challenges the show faced, especially that Antony Star wasn't "up for the punishing stunt work that was one of the show's biggest draws." Absolutely correct - the gonzo fight scenes were like a narcotic, actually more like a hallucinogenic,…

SB, while I felt this season had a lot to recommend it (notwithstanding its many weaknesses), I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge your comments, which were all well taken, and your writing style, which I liked very much (and which made me laugh repeatedly). But I also want to dive in deeper on one important…

NOA, great comments (especially your soulful tribute to Burton). Loved your writing style. You captured one of the core dynamics of the show when you wrioe, "Proctor with a random tommy guy. Ok, sure." Exactly. That is not only the ethos of the show but the ethos, I suggest, of the fan community. That is to say,…

You are right to note the irony, but, and I say this gently and respectfully, not everyone disliked season four. While for sure I wasn't thrilled with some of it, I was incredibly thankful that we were able to spend 8 more hours with this wonderful cast. Each and every episode had more than its fair share of perfect…

You are so right in your remarks. Every single one of them.

i think that will happen too.

Great, great metaphor. Stumbled a bit (but only a bit, imo) running down the mat but definitely stuck the landing. Perfect.