Prison Break: back-to-back season/series finale

Posted: 17 May 2007

I’ve finally watched the last two episodes of Prison Break. I am too overwhelmed, especially in the last episode, Killing Your Number. But something that happened in the Rate of Exchange made me anxious, almost driven to fear and paranoia. But the latter would be an exageration.

One of my questions was answered, but it was not enough to sustain my new questions. I don’t want to talk about them. Tears are still welling around my eyes. Prison Break, from the first episode until the last one, is very overwhelming. I’ve been shedding tears from the pilot episode. I am not going to explain why. The reasons are mine to keep.

Not just what happened, what gathered them all in the end, make my tears keep on falling. There was also something that was left behind, something that I saw. I believe that is a stronger cause for having these tears.

“It’s over.” It’s finally over.

I’d say I am content how Mr. Paul T. Scheuring ended Prison Break. It was poignant. Reminds me of my senior high school days, which would give the same verdict.

Prison Break S04E01-16

So, I’ve finally watched the sixteen episodes of Prison Break season 4. Could hardly wait for April 17. But I am going to be patient for those fifteen days. I have a new perturbing reaction to stress/anxiety, thanks to this season.

I do have some questions about the veracity of some scenes in these sixteen episodes. Those that I remember are the following:

• Where were Sara’s scars when they were in Las Vegas? She wore a dress that exposed her back and there was no trace if Gretchen’s inflictions. Make-up? Probably.
• I doubt the sterile integrity of The Company’s operating room. Said they have advanced technology but they’re too lax about the risk of infection or whatsoever.
• And Sara.. She didn’t bother and was not reprimanded when she touched Michael’s head. Yeah, yeah, they prepped him again.
• How could Michael keep his balance within that day? Yes, the operation was on his head but I doubt he’d never have dizziness after that. He was even pacing.
• I am curious of how great Michael’s brain is. He got into operation, cranial op, so his brain should rest a little. But when he woke up, he was discussing elements to Sara.

There’s also one curious thought I have, but it’s for the second season: What happened to Paul Kellerman?

I’ve noticed that during even seasons, the humane side of Bagwell comes out. In the second season, he called 911 so his beloved will be rescued. In this season, he savoured his new identity and wanted to embrace it so he could start a new life. T-Bag also showed mercy to Rita and Gretchen. We know Bagwell is a psychopath, but he’s psychopath with a plan. Yet he sometimes become unpredictable.

I like what DB Cooper said. Not everything is as it seems.

Watching the sixteenth episode reminded me of Mahone’s words. It’s easier to die than watch someone else die.

By the way, I am glad to see Lisa again. Knew she’d show up.

Since I’ve been quoting here, I’d like to share my favourite quote. I’m not gonna leave you, ok? So don’t you dare leave me.

Prison Break season 3

I finished watching the third season last Saturday but  I didn’t know what to write. I still don’t.

Prison Break season 3 was as thrilling as the previous seasons, but I’d say it’s not a favourite. Perhaps it’s because Sara was not around.

Watching Mahone almost go through self-destruction was quite traumatic. It gave me a glimpse of what it’s like to be a junkie. I hate dependence and I’d do everything in my power to save myself from such fiasco.

The breakout plans were admirable. But of course, each plan was interdependent with external forces. It was amazing how the last plan was pulled off.

Sometimes the only way to protect the people you love is by staying away from them.
- Fernando Sucre