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Summary: A Must for an Alias Fan
Review: After the excitement of the 1st season, the second season was my favorite. There is a lot of action and the twists and turns in the plot keeps you wanting to go on to the next episode. It is great to watch the series all the way through, instead of watching on TV, since they always leave you hanging when they don't show the program for several weeks!
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Summary: Seriously spectacular television.
Review: Seriously. What sort of idiot am I to have missed this on TV?
Not only does this season dramatically improve upon an already impressive debut set, but it ranks among the best single seasons of television EVER.
From the season opening reveal of her mom, to the season-ending "two years?" line, these 22 episodes had enough twists, turns, stunts, and action set pieces to keep you glued to your screen. Freakin' epoxy.
In retrospect, I could not have handled having had to wait a week for each installment. I would have required medication.
The acting is sublime. Jennifer Garner does WAY more than she has to; her Sydney will prove to be an all-time great TV heroine. Victor Garber is astonishing. If you really want to see what a character he's created, check out the gag reel on disc six. When he breaks character, it's as if he transforms back into Garber with a fingersnap. It's disarming.
Ron Rifkin, as Sloane, continues his portrayal as one of the most continually interesting villains of modern times.
And Lena Olin. What a casting coup. It's tragically cliche, but I could not for a moment take my eyes off of her.
The rest of the cast is absolutely perfect. They seamlessly blend humor, pathos, tragedy, suspense, mystery, intrigue and old-fashioned Bondian shoot-em-ups. Marshall, to single out one character, is a delight.
The relationship between Sydney and Vaughn developed into one of the great modern TV romances. It feels honest. True. I came to care about these two individuals.
So much about this series is so far above everything else on TV. The MacGuffin Rimbaldi artifacts start to become tiresome near the end, but I quibble.
The mid-season cliffhanger was genius. The season-ending one was torture.
You won't be able to get enough of "Alias".
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Summary: Just as strong as season 1
Review: Alias is my favorite show now that I've finally watched Seasons 1 & 2 on DVD. My only regret is that I started so late and am now missing season 3...which may actually be a blessing in disguise, as I will be able to watch the whole Season 3 on DVD uninterupted, able to watch one episode after another, and able to view in in pristine DVD quality. Season 2 sees the end of some things and the beginnings of much bigger things. It ends, predictably, on a cliffhanger...which is not so predictable. All in all, an excellent second season that you need to get if you liked season 1.
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Summary: I HATE autostart previews on the first disk.
Review: Although I love the series I will probably not buy the 3rd season. I don't mind the promos being there - but the autostart irritates me to the point where I don't want to buy their dvd's (and yes, I know I just have to is wait and push 'menu' button) I'm buying the dvd - I don't want to have to avoid advertisements!
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Summary: If you don't like Alias, you just don't like watching TV
Review: Since its inception, this excellent TV series produced by Felicity-alum J.J. Abrams has gained quite a cult following. Still, there are those who watch 'serious spy fare' like "24" and "MI-5" and dismiss "Alias" as nothing more than a guilty pleasure for men between the ages of 18 and 35. To these doubters, all I can say is that you are missing out on some great television. Picking up where Season One left off, Season Two did not miss a beat as the action heats up. I won't include any spoilers here, but suffice it to say that Sydney's life is further complicated in her life as a double-agent for the CIA, Rambaldi, and having to deal with her long separated mother played by Lena Olin. What I like the most about Alias Season Two--other than the comely Jennifer Garner of course--are the layered mysteries and "you never quite know what to expect" revelations in many of the episodes. If you haven't started watching "Alias," buy the Season One and Two DVD sets now (preferably from Amazon) and I guarantee you will be hooked.
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Summary: Alias music
Review: This is an awesome show!! Wonderfully complex storylines, outstanding cast, and GREAT music make it a must-see.
In answer to a question in a previous review regarding the music....go to the Alias website(http://abc.go.com/primetime/alias/index.html) and look under "inside info" for a music guide that lists title/artist information for the music used in each episode.
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Summary: Such an intelligent show!
Review: First of all, I HAVE to ask this question. How can one find out about the music clips in this show???!!! I was just watching an episode from this second season and there were two songs I would gladly pay to have a copy of, if only I knew who the artists were! I watched the closing credits, but there wasn't any helpful information. Does anyone know?! About Alias in general. Love the intelligence of the show. Its rare to view something so well thought out, and so consistently.
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Summary: Try it for yourself!
Review: I love this and season one too. I've always liked the show but this opens up a whole new side to it. You can follow the larger plot lines just by watching the show, but I was amazed at how much you miss seeing them one week at a time, sometimes with weeks in between. If you like this show or are just into spy stuff in general, you will at the very least enjoy this. I think anyone would be suprised at how much your appreciation for this show will increase when you watch this. Excellent action and incredible costumes. With all the fighting you will want to learn how to yourself.
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Summary: Better Than The First Season
Review: In my review of Season 1, was really high on this program, despite a strong dislike of commercial TV. The casting, scriting, effects and plotting were all first rate, and the DVD format in cases like this, where watching over and over is required, eliminates those brainless commercials. Season 2 is better in every way. The plotting and scripting is better and the suspense is more intense. Saying much more would give away the story line, so I will say only this: no one who likes action and suspense will be disappointed with this product. My only disappointment is that I will have to wait a long time for the next installment.
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Summary: Season 2 manages to become even better!!!
Review: Anyone who watches the show Alias, knows how great season 1 was. It was one of the sexiest and most action packed shows to come around in a long time. However, that is also why I had my doubts about season 2. When a show is that good right off the bat, it makes you think that the first season will be hard to top. That wasn't the case with the second season of Alias. It opens up with a bang, and the momentum never stops. You see everything from Sydney working with her mother ( who is supposed to be dead) and the fall of SD-6, to the start of Sydney and Vaughn's relationship. As a whole, Alias is a sleek, sexy, and action packed spy thriller that is guaranteed to leave you wanting more after each episode. The missions themselves provide for endless action, numerous close calls, and awesome fight sequenes. I also like how the show goes all over the world with the missions. With each mission, comes a new disguise for Sydney, and she looks good no matter what she dresses in! The acting is top notch. Not only is Jennifer Gardner extremely sexy, but she also provides for great acting and fighting scenes. Victor Garber is amazing s Sydney's dad. He is cold, calculating, and always looks out for himself. Ron Rifkin is amazing as Arvin Sloan, because even though he will make you despise him, he can also be extremely charming and likeable. Michael Vartan is great as Michael Vaughn. The sexual chemistry between him and Jennifer Garner is amazing, and it led to a real life relationship between the two of them. I must say though, one of the funniest and underrated characters on the show is Marshall the tech guy played by Kevin Weisman. Each week we get to see him demonstrate a new invention. The way that he does it will make you laugh. The show's best feature however, is the amount of outstanding cliffhangers. A good percentage of the episodes never have a clear cut ending and unfold slowly over the course of many episodes. Alias is the most exciting and action packed show that is on right now. The acting and different missions both seperate Alias from the rest. The extras for the season 2 Alias DVD set are great. My favorite feature is the gag-reel that shows many hilarious behind the scenes mishaps. There is also deleted scenes, featurettes, and much more. If you loved the first season, season 2 will amaze you. Definately a must buy!!
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