I hope you will indulge me these final few comments.
Putting aside the much written about kissing scene, I would also like to end my babbling with comments on the following which stick in my mind as precious moments that reveal the depth of the program
The first is the symbolism of the bouquet of flowers supposedly sent from Sharona and Benji. Though no longer a part of the series, the writers chose to write in such a scene and admirably reveals to me their true character in wanting to acknowledge in spirit the role she has played even if it is in the past. That's class personified!
The title of an article in a local paper that notes the existence of a Columbo like detective. The choice of the name of the 1960s detective Columbo to characterize the unorthodox sleuthing techniques of Monk was a masterful way to link these two legendary detectives.
Natalie confronting the captain demanding the truth about her beloved boss. The range of her facial expressions from intitial outrage to her pitiful plea to want to know the truth then the innocence of her expression when promising to not look for Monk followed in the next scene of her packing.
Finally, the play acting of the captain from the opening scene when he sees Monk off to his confrontations with Natalie both at her house when he tries to persuade her to stop and reconsider what she was doing, knowing that he must lie to her to save his friend then at the station when seeing the heart renching torment of Natalie he finally confesses to her that Monk is alive and lastly at the end when he clutches his dear friend who has been vindicated.
I could watch this episode a 100 times and not tire in wanting to push the replay key again.
Full Version: One fan's Opinion, Run Part 2 a Postscript
Hey there,
I agree with your observations. To me the most touching and revealing, no matter how much Mr. Breckman wants to deny it, was Natalie's reaction to finding out he was alive. As writers we must admit that the characters will go where they will whether we like it or not. I will watch the episode 100 times or more!
P.S. By the way, I miss you reviews. Rez is almost done.
I agree with your observations. To me the most touching and revealing, no matter how much Mr. Breckman wants to deny it, was Natalie's reaction to finding out he was alive. As writers we must admit that the characters will go where they will whether we like it or not. I will watch the episode 100 times or more!
P.S. By the way, I miss you reviews. Rez is almost done.
These are great observations and after reading them, I realized that I have a perfect excuse to watch this episode again (as well as an excuse to buy Season 6!). I don't remember Sharona sending flowers, but that is a nice touch. I loved Natalie's reaction to hearing that Adrian had "died".
I really wish that Dr. Kroger could have been in this one and could have "found out" about it as well. But that's just me, missing Dr. Kroger terribly.
This episode was one of the best ever and even though I knew that there was no way that Adrian could die, it was still very suspenseful as well as highly entertaining.
Andrea
I really wish that Dr. Kroger could have been in this one and could have "found out" about it as well. But that's just me, missing Dr. Kroger terribly.
This episode was one of the best ever and even though I knew that there was no way that Adrian could die, it was still very suspenseful as well as highly entertaining.
Andrea
QUOTE (Kawasakifan @ Jul 24 2008, 03:23 PM) 
I hope you will indulge me these final few comments.
Putting aside the much written about kissing scene, I would also like to end my babbling with comments on the following which stick in my mind as precious moments that reveal the depth of the program
The first is the symbolism of the bouquet of flowers supposedly sent from Sharona and Benji. Though no longer a part of the series, the writers chose to write in such a scene and admirably reveals to me their true character in wanting to acknowledge in spirit the role she has played even if it is in the past. That's class personified!
The title of an article in a local paper that notes the existence of a Columbo like detective. The choice of the name of the 1960s detective Columbo to characterize the unorthodox sleuthing techniques of Monk was a masterful way to link these two legendary detectives.
Natalie confronting the captain demanding the truth about her beloved boss. The range of her facial expressions from intitial outrage to her pitiful plea to want to know the truth then the innocence of her expression when promising to not look for Monk followed in the next scene of her packing.
Finally, the play acting of the captain from the opening scene when he sees Monk off to his confrontations with Natalie both at her house when he tries to persuade her to stop and reconsider what she was doing, knowing that he must lie to her to save his friend then at the station when seeing the heart renching torment of Natalie he finally confesses to her that Monk is alive and lastly at the end when he clutches his dear friend who has been vindicated.
I could watch this episode a 100 times and not tire in wanting to push the replay key again.
I agree totaly with your opinion on this. I loved part 1 and 2. When the shows first aired, I believe only two people had anything negative to say. Putting aside the much written about kissing scene, I would also like to end my babbling with comments on the following which stick in my mind as precious moments that reveal the depth of the program
The first is the symbolism of the bouquet of flowers supposedly sent from Sharona and Benji. Though no longer a part of the series, the writers chose to write in such a scene and admirably reveals to me their true character in wanting to acknowledge in spirit the role she has played even if it is in the past. That's class personified!
The title of an article in a local paper that notes the existence of a Columbo like detective. The choice of the name of the 1960s detective Columbo to characterize the unorthodox sleuthing techniques of Monk was a masterful way to link these two legendary detectives.
Natalie confronting the captain demanding the truth about her beloved boss. The range of her facial expressions from intitial outrage to her pitiful plea to want to know the truth then the innocence of her expression when promising to not look for Monk followed in the next scene of her packing.
Finally, the play acting of the captain from the opening scene when he sees Monk off to his confrontations with Natalie both at her house when he tries to persuade her to stop and reconsider what she was doing, knowing that he must lie to her to save his friend then at the station when seeing the heart renching torment of Natalie he finally confesses to her that Monk is alive and lastly at the end when he clutches his dear friend who has been vindicated.
I could watch this episode a 100 times and not tire in wanting to push the replay key again.
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