The Gifted: threat of eXtinction

The flashback for “threat of eXtinction” goes back a lot earlier than the others. This episode of The Gifted starts back in London of 1952

The Gifted: eXtreme Measures

In “eXtreme measures,” the opening flashback is set three years ago in a diner. It’s the first meeting between Lorna and John on one side, and Marcos on the other.

Inhumans: …And Finally, Black Bolt

The Inhumans get to the end of their first, and most likely only, season, with “And Finally… Black Bolt.”

The Gifted: got your siX

This week, The Gifted’s beginning flashback is four years ago in Phoenix. John is working with Pulse, trying to raise funds for relief from the big 7/15 disaster that, among other things, cost Agent Turner his daughter.

Inhumans: Havoc In The Hidden Land

The Inhumans are almost done with their first, and most likely only, season. The penultimate episode is “Havoc in the Hidden Land,” although a fair amount of the havoc happens in Hawaii, not Attilan. At least they resolve one of the things that’s been bothering me since the first episode.

The Gifted: Boxed In

The Gifted has established itself as having an opening flashback from years ago before the main story. This time, they show us some background for Agent Turner and his wife. We already knew about their loss, but this drives it home in a vivid and ugly manner. I don’t like Turner, I find his racism…

Inhumans: The Gentleman’s Name is Gorgon

The Inhumans meander along through their season with, “The Gentleman’s Name is Gorgon.” I hate to say it, but I haven’t been really impressed with their show, as much as I like the comic book versions of the characters. And, of the weak season, this might be my least favorite episode so far.

Thor: Ragnarok movie review

The Marvel Cinematic Universe delivers its next installment with Thor: Ragnarok. In addition to being a great new adventure, it covers where Thor and Hulk were during Captain America: Civil War. We get a new kick-ass heroine to root for, and a few lingering plot lines dealt with.

Gifted: eXit strategy

Continuing their trend, The Gifted opens with a flashback from two years ago. At least it’s not a CGI’d island.

Inhumans: Something Inhuman This Way Comes…

The Inhumans’ first (and possibly only, judging by the ratings) season continues with their over-dramatic titles. This week’s is “Something Inhuman This Way Comes…”