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Covert Affairs (2010)
Like Alias 2.0
I think Covert Affairs is off to a good start, with a relatively diverse cast and a good mix of action & plot.
But, Annie Walker makes to many mistakes for someone as good as she is supposed to be. Also, even though we have heard on more than one occasion that she is incredible with a gun, she never really uses one, even in situations where she is in mortal danger AND can do it without blowing the mission. Just doesn't make sense to me, especially since her shooting someone could give all sorts of problems with her conscience, which in turn could lead to new plots.
So while the show is fun to watch, I'd prefer it if the stories got a little more "real", with some emotional pains / questions of morality.
Alias: Welcome to Liberty Village (2005)
Great plot, Bad Script
First off, I think this episode has a really cool story, and Jim Pirri is great as the leader of the compound. The episode also adds to the general 'feel' of the ALIAS universe by including Alexei, and discussing Irina Derevko & Jack Bristow's relationship.
But...
Sydney & Vaughn are both veteran agents (although Sydney has more field time), but they fail so horribly in this episode. They stumble through the initial introduction, and seem bland & emotionless for the first minute in the Car Dealer. Agents with their experience should be able to snap into an unexpected role near-instantly, not fumble around and look bewildered.
So, I would have given this episode an 8, but whoever wrote the dialog gets it turned down to a 4.