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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.

Music:
Blackmore's Night - Ghost of a Rose

The much anticipated 17th episode of the 4th season of Prison Break was not satisfying. I think I'll give it a C grade. But thank goodness the next two episodes were thrilling enough and left me in big wonder. How is this season and drama going to end? What is the plan of Christina? How did Sara become what she is now? I have to remain silent about this one. And there's Michael. How he treated Christina in the 19th episode was too much for me. I feared it. and what he had almost become. Thank God I wouldn't have to be in the same shoes with the engineer.

Lincoln Burrows. Christina said it well how the two brothers are making up for each other.

Blood and water. Doesn't matter which element you belong. The truth is one's heart.

Music: Blackmore's Night - Street of Dreams

Society, wherever you may be, is corrupted. But it doesn't always have to be the government who should be blamed.

I just finished reading F. Sionil Jose's Ermita. Such a poignant novel! I'd like to quote the author himself when his novel has been translated into Korean. “This novel is more of a metaphor about the prostitution of Filipinos and the decay of our society. The story has a universal theme because all over the world many people are prostitutes without knowing it." I have bookmarked some quotes in the novel but I haven't posted them online. Not yet.

Another society issue that perturbs me, though it has done so before, is the injustice to the natives of the land, be it here in the Philippines or abroad. I just finished watching the nineteenth episode of CSI: NY season 5. It upsets me everytime I hear or know that natives have been deprived of their rights.

I appreciate how CSI: NY features issues in the society. There was another episode where they featured an issue about  an e-waste dumpsite in China. I can't remember the name of the place but it was definitely loathesome. This is a link in National Geographic's website. It has no connection with the CSI: NY episode.

As for present issues, I cannot elaborate each of those that I know. I quite have a short memory. But there's this thing about a Guantanamo prison in Cuba. I don't really have any idea about this issue, but I will do my research. Having watched Prison Break changed my way of thinking towards inmates. Guilty or not, it is not right to throw any prejudice to any of them. NGC will feature it tomorrow, 05 April 2009. I can't wait to watch it.

We live in a rotten world but that doesn't justify any negligence to these issues, as well as to those I have not mentioned. And before I forget, Darfur is still in malady.

I never worry about action, but only inaction. Churchill 101.

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 of 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.

Mood: Content
Music: Anna Tsuchiya - Blue Moon

Our internet connection is getting worse. It's so vexing. I don't have any intention to stay in front of the computer for more than three hours. I just want to catch up with Prison Break season 4. I hope this trouble will be fixed soon.

If the business is just about plain research, the internet is generous. But if you're looking or trying to open anything that has complex language or whatever procedures, don't bother. Or if you do, make sure you have plenty of patience.

May the whole universe conspire together...

I'm going to give this computer a rest; might as well our internet router. I'm still not used to techy terms. Don't fail to make me confused.

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 keep 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

I've always thought that thriller stories are only available in novels. In that case, I could only think of Robert Ludlum. But I was wrong. Definitely wrong.

The second season of Prison Break was all about chasing and being chased. My heart was also racing I could hardly catch up. I have to admit, I got carried away by poignant scenes whenever death, or better say murder, was anticipated. More than the obvious anxieties the characters went through, there were also deeper sense to them. Every scenario reminded me of the gravity of life. And I'd say I thank God for giving me a strong heart so I could handle such veracity.

The hunt may have driven me crazy, but it was fun.

There were also scenes that touched me deeply. Seriously, this season is very poignant. I feel sorry for what happened to John Abruzzi. A reaction I also have in The Godfather. I pity Tweener and Haywire. I hate T-bag, but I wanted him to stay alive. He's like a habanero. You'd love to hate the guy. As for C-Note, I'm relieved for him. I wish Sucre buenaswerte.

Of course, there were scenes that I love. I think I want to call them sweet moments. And yes, it isn't hard to guess that they're about Michael and Sara. I like, better say love, the conversation between the two of them in episode 10: Rendezvous. So touching, whatever meaning you give to the word. I like what Sara said. "I don't wanna be alone." It was her response to Michael's, "I don't want you to be alone in this."

The strongest people in the world are not immune to loneliness. Everyone needs someone.

There was also this episode where Sara had to make a sacrifice. It reminded me of what Svetlana Baranova did. The Tristan Betrayal. Bon Jovi was right, words can't tell what love can do.

Of course, who would forget Alexander Mahone, the new guy in the season. I only have one word for him- nemesis. I like his character. Except for the fact that he's such an analyst, he also got issues in his past. If Scofield thinks about the future, Mahone worries about the past. As a result, they have a pretty twisted present.

And there's Paul Kellerman. I'm glad that his magazine got jammed. Am also curious about what happened to him in the last episode.

Watching the third season is just a matter of time. I can't wait for that. Too bad I've got some things to attend to. I also need to give the TV and DVD player a rest. I've been up till three or four this morning.

I choose to have faith. Because without that, I have nothing.
It's all that I need to keep me going.
-Michael Scofield

I really need my Scofield maintenance dose. Haha! I can't stop thinking of Prison Break. As if conscious reminiscing is not enough, I had a dream involving Scofield and Sucre when I had my siesta. Sucre was not much of a character in the dream. Perhaps, I am just too focused on Scofield. We're leaving together, just can't remember where to.

Somebody lend me the season 2 of Prison Break! XD

Singing: Angel from Montgomery

Scofield: I’m getting you out of here.
Lincoln: It’s impossible.
Scofield: Not if you designed the place, it isn’t.

Just have a little faith.

I’ve always thought that House, M.D. is the best TV drama when it comes to wit, suspense, sarcasm, and intellectual comedy packed as one. But I won’t be surprised if House, M.D. no longer tops my favourite TV drama list. Behold, Prison Break making its way to that spot.

I wanted to watch Prison Break way back in 2007. But I wasn’t able to do so. I should’ve read the plot, reviews, audience comments, and asked some friends who got into it. Despite that, I haven’t forgotten this drama. It had its ways sneaking into my thoughts and remind me: “Hey, did you not say you’re going to watch Prison Break? Well, you should do it soon.” I’d say, “Thank God my cousin  bought a DVD of the first season!” I found it early dawn yesterday while cleaning our DVDs and VCDs cabinet.

What else should I ask from the first season? I got served with intellectual arguments, sarcasms, conspiracies, emotional innuendo, suspense, even drama. There are just so much smartness here that I always wonder what’s not yet revealed to me. It’s that kind of thriller that reminds me of Robert Ludums’s novels. It’s like a thriller book that made its way to television.  If Prison Break made its debut in print, the TV drama would appear to be the product of your imagination. It’s just so wonderful.

When it comes to characters, I am definitely satisfied. Each member of the “escapo crew” has his story to tell. It’s just that in one point in their lives, they met. Like what Mac Taylor says, everything is connected. Even the people outside the escapo crew have their own stories. I like how their lives are intertwined together. It’s like a spider web.

I don’t think I’ll write about the interesting people in Prison Break, but I’d like to make some, maybe just about two people. One of those that caught my attention was Warden Henry Pope. I like this guy. He is so admirable. As for the other one, there’s no one else but Fish. Michael Scofield is more than what meets the eye.  Oh yes, we do know he’s a genius but his resume never mentioned his character, what and who he is outside his profession.

There is no need to elaborate the greatness of Michael Scofield, but I’d still want to write more about this man. Maybe it’ll help me compare his character with the succeeding seasons. I remember one of my friends’ avatar in Gamer Clan. It has a caption, “Nerds are sexy.” Watching the first season of Prison Break, I won’t dare disagree. His mysterious character is so attractive, even if he just stands against a wall with his hands in both side pockets of his blue uniform. Scofield is a cool guy and at the same time very hot. Speaking of the latter, it’s the first and perhaps the only thought that comes into my mind whenever he borrows a guard’s uniform. It’s like hotness that goes up exponentially.

Fish’s eyes are so expressive. I love them especially when Scofield is surprised or upset. Oh, with such mysterious aura, who wouldn’t notice his smile? I love it so much when he smiles. What else? He doesn’t like to lie. I don’t even remember him lying. In the episode when Scofield told Dr. Sara Trancedi about “something” I was surprised. As if I couldn’t get enough, he also went to Pope and told him the same “something.” He just said it straight. Those situations made me reckon about some things in life, people, and myself.

I can't wait till I get to watch the next season.