Hearts and Minds
- Episode aired Jan 12, 2005
- TV-14
- 43m
IMDb RATING
8.0/10
6.3K
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Locke plans to teach Boone a lesson, when he learns that Boone wants to share their secret with Shannon.Locke plans to teach Boone a lesson, when he learns that Boone wants to share their secret with Shannon.Locke plans to teach Boone a lesson, when he learns that Boone wants to share their secret with Shannon.
Madison
- Vincent the Dog
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Did you know
- TriviaCarlton Cuse's first script for the series.
- GoofsWhen Boone is tied up, his right hand is tied to his chest and his left hand is tied around his back. However, when he reaches for the knife with his right hand, you can see in the shots of his back that his right hand is tied behind his back.
- ConnectionsReferenced in Community: Abed's Uncontrollable Christmas (2010)
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A mindful heart
When 'Lost' was in its prime, it was must-watch television. Remember first watching it, found it remarkably easy to get into, was hooked from the start and was on Season 3 by the end of one week. The general consensus is that the final season is a disappointment and cannot disagree.
"Hearts and Minds" is not one of the best episodes of 'Lost'. It's not even among the best episodes of the first season. Although it is far from a perfect episode and is somewhat disappointing considering that all the pre-"Whatever the Case May Be" episodes are very good to outstanding, it is a better episode than that one, is more a transition episode than a filler one and it is agreed respectfully than the mixed to negative reception it generally has.
Up to this point, Boone and Shannon were two of 'Lost's' least interesting characters and hadn't really had material that let them shine or be as developed as other 'Lost' characters. "Hearts and Minds" is a valiant effort to develop them and their complicated relationship, but is only partially successful. Where it succeeds is with Boone, thanks to the conflicted pathos shown in Ian Somerhalder's acting and a vision sequence that is a contender for the scariest scene of Season 1 and one of the scariest of 'Lost' overall.
Where it doesn't succeed is that Shannon isn't anywhere near as interesting and her personality is not a whole lot different than seen before. Their chemistry therefore doesn't convince entirely, some of it is awkward and some of the writing is rather soap-operatic. Also felt that the chemistry between Jack and Kate was out of character, there was a lot of tension between them before and they seemed rather too friendly here.
On the other hand, what was done with Boone was appreciated hugely. In terms of character interaction and development, the high points are with Hurley and Jin and especially the character development of Locke.
Visually, "Hearts and Minds" is well made with the island as beautiful and mysterious as ever. The music is understated and chilling, even beautiful at times.
There is evidence of taut and smart writing and other than the central relationship the story absorbs and intrigues. The other highlight of "Hearts and Minds", along with Boone's vision sequence, is the ingeniously creepy final twist. The episode is beautifully directed and the acting is fine.
In conclusion, not a bad episode at all and better than reputed. 8/10 Bethany Cox
"Hearts and Minds" is not one of the best episodes of 'Lost'. It's not even among the best episodes of the first season. Although it is far from a perfect episode and is somewhat disappointing considering that all the pre-"Whatever the Case May Be" episodes are very good to outstanding, it is a better episode than that one, is more a transition episode than a filler one and it is agreed respectfully than the mixed to negative reception it generally has.
Up to this point, Boone and Shannon were two of 'Lost's' least interesting characters and hadn't really had material that let them shine or be as developed as other 'Lost' characters. "Hearts and Minds" is a valiant effort to develop them and their complicated relationship, but is only partially successful. Where it succeeds is with Boone, thanks to the conflicted pathos shown in Ian Somerhalder's acting and a vision sequence that is a contender for the scariest scene of Season 1 and one of the scariest of 'Lost' overall.
Where it doesn't succeed is that Shannon isn't anywhere near as interesting and her personality is not a whole lot different than seen before. Their chemistry therefore doesn't convince entirely, some of it is awkward and some of the writing is rather soap-operatic. Also felt that the chemistry between Jack and Kate was out of character, there was a lot of tension between them before and they seemed rather too friendly here.
On the other hand, what was done with Boone was appreciated hugely. In terms of character interaction and development, the high points are with Hurley and Jin and especially the character development of Locke.
Visually, "Hearts and Minds" is well made with the island as beautiful and mysterious as ever. The music is understated and chilling, even beautiful at times.
There is evidence of taut and smart writing and other than the central relationship the story absorbs and intrigues. The other highlight of "Hearts and Minds", along with Boone's vision sequence, is the ingeniously creepy final twist. The episode is beautifully directed and the acting is fine.
In conclusion, not a bad episode at all and better than reputed. 8/10 Bethany Cox
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