It was the what shipper's dreams are made of on The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 22, as Patrick Jane was finally honest about his feelings for Teresa Lisbon.
Of course, that was after all of his lies, schemes and manipulations didn't work.
Were you surprised that Lisbon didn't tell Jane she was leaving?
Robin: Yes and no. I was surprised that she let him find out through the grapevine and that really hurt him, but I can understand the avoidance aspect of her actions.
Nerwen_Aldarion: No, she dragged her feet telling him about Pike's offer, of course she would do the same here. She also wanted to give him more time to try and get her to stay since it is obvious she really didn't want to go. Of course Jane would miss all of THOSE signals.
SteeleSimz: No, I wasn't surprised as she stated in the show it was hard. They have such a history together that telling him that she was leaving would have been hard for her. I think keeping it from him was her way of trying to tell herself that she was okay with leaving him. Also I think it is always hard to tell those you are closest with the truth because you don't want to hurt them.
Christine: A little. I understand that it's hard but she only had one week left and everyone in the office seemed to know. I suppose she thought that if she put it off long enough he'd find out on his own and that's exactly how it played out.
Jane really didn't think Lisbon would go to D.C.? Why?
Robin: I think it comes down to a running motif this season - Jane taking for granted that he knows Lisbon. Jane's got blinders on when it comes to Lisbon, and recently he's consistently misread her intentions and underestimated the strength of her will.
Nerwen_Aldarion: In this regard I think Jane is a little selfish, he simply couldn't fathom that she would leave HIM. Partly because I'm sure he knew she had feelings for him but also because he had been taking her for granted until now. Like she said in the episode "I'm a convenience for you" She'd always been there for him, he just assumed she always would...silly man. He didn't realize that she needs more than just his dazzling smile to keep her.
SteeleSimz: I don't think he wanted to believe that she would move on without him. He has always done the running away and when he returned she was there for him. In this case he was the one being left and he deep down believe that she wouldn't leave him because she hadn't left him all the other times. I also believe deep down Jane already knew that Lisbon wasn't in love with Pike and that she was just doing this to prove a point to Jane.
Christine: Denial. Lisbon has always been there for him, whether to help him with Red John or bail him out when things didn't go according to plan. And even if it did take some prodding, she followed him to Austin and the FBI. He really never expected her to leave and I think there was a part of Lisbon that knew it and wanted to prove him wrong. That she wasn't as predictable as he believed.
Abbott saw romance where Cho saw a brother/sister relationship. Which side did you agree with?
Robin: I think that whole conversation was Heller & Co's way of paying respect to the fans who have been debating both sides of the coin for the past year! I'd say we've seen both over the course of the series. For at least the first 4 seasons, Jane and Lisbon were strictly, wonderfully platonic, and I would have cried bloody murder if they tried to put them together then. However, around The Mentalist Season 5, their relationship subtly started to evolve to get us to this point, and it did so quite naturally.
Nerwen_Aldarion: Abbott of course! I'm SHOCKED Cho saw them that way and have to wonder if it was a bit of tongue in cheek to the anti-shippers in the fandom. They always claimed there was a brother/sister relationship but I have a brother, he has NEVER told me that "emeralds look lovely with your eyes", has NEVER teased about seducing me over dinner, has NEVER suggested that he could read my dirty thoughts and then grinned while I blushed...and that was all in season 1! It was there from the beginning, the flirtation and then eventually the deep abiding love. I think it was planned too, but people will see what they want to see sometimes.
SteeleSimz: I agree with Abbott. I was sort of surprised that Cho didn't know it since he has been around them for so long but it was nice change to show that Cho doesn't always see things. I loved that Abbott ordered wine and then poured Cho a glass after Cho admits that he wasn't sure why this bugged Lisbon more than Jane burying someone alive.
Christine: I have to say that I didn't see more than a platonic relationship for at least the first three seasons. Around The Mentalist Season 4 things slowly began to change in a very organic way. By the time Red John was killed, I was rooting for these two to become a couple so I'm thrilled we've finally gotten there.
Did you know the letter was Jane's elaborate plan?
Robin: I knew it from the get-go. As soon as they said all transfers were cancelled, I knew Jane was behind it, and was just waiting for that bomb to go off.
Nerwen_Aldarion: Not at first but when Lisbon "solved" the puzzle I realized it was a ruse, no way Jane wouldn't solve it first and then it all came together way too nicely. I shouldn't have been as surprised as I was though, this is Patrick Jane we are talking about.
SteeleSimz: Not at first but about the time Lisbon solved it on the beach I knew it was a plan. Considering Jane acted like he couldn't figure it out and even Lisbon said that if he "Can't figure out she can't figure it out" I knew that he had written the letter in order to get her to work the case. I do think it is brilliant and would have worked completely if Lisbon hadn't asked about the robe.
Christine: The thought crossed my mind in the beginning but I didn't know until Lisbon solved the clue while walking on the beach. Jane looked so happy with himself that she was having fun and that his plan was working.
Was Lisbon right to be furious at Jane?
Robin: Absolutely. I understood everything she felt; being used, being taken for granted, being deceived yet again. He did what we know she hates - made her the subject of a con.
Nerwen_Aldarion: Does a bear sh*t in the woods? The guy faked evidence (AGAIN) and ruined her plans but not with any honesty but rather more tricks. I wish she'd punched him!
SteeleSimz: Oh, yes of course. Once again he used her, lied to her, con her all to benefit himself. She finally told him what I had been waiting for her to tell him. The whole scene of them speaking through the door was perfect, the acting, the emotions, all of it was what needed to be said after so many seasons.
Christine: Oh yeah. Jane did everything that she hates. He lied to her, patronized her by letting her crack the code, and conned her. Since he didn't share his true feelings, it all made him come off like a selfish jerk who simply didn't want to be inconvenience by her departure. Something would be wrong with Lisbon if she weren't furious.
Some fans think that Jane's desperate run to the plane was out of character. Do you agree?
Robin: I do agree, but would argue that was the whole point of that scene, and what made it brilliant. While it's certainly not out of character for Jane to take extreme measures to get something done, it WAS out of character for him to do so outside of a con or manipulation.
This was a turning point for his character. It would have meant nothing if the end result came from Jane doing something that Jane normally does. His mad dash across the tarmac was symbolic of his realization that his ways were what was standing between him and Lisbon. So for the first time in a long time, Jane did something extreme that was driven by honesty and sincerity, by his acknowledgment of his own truth.
Nerwen_Aldarion: Nope. Jane has buried people alive, faked deaths, robbed a casino and faked a melt down to get himself fired...he is a man that goes to extremes. What was more interesting about this is that this action wasn't something he'd "planned" or anything that was a trick or a con, rather desperation and love fueled his motions here which is why it was so much more poignant.
It also meant so much more to Lisbon that way, where his elaborate con job to get her to stay failed, him finally ripping open his heart to let her see the honesty and love she'd been searching for worked. It makes sense to me, lies come easier to Jane than truth, thankfully he saw that it wouldn't be tricks that would get him his girl.
SteeleSimz: Personally I didn't think it was out of character. Jane has done tons of crazy things in the past and when presented with a final chance he took it. I can see why some fans believed it was out of character. I know a lot of them would have wanted him not to move on from his wife but this is TV and a lot of times in shows you want the happy ending. Would this happen in real life? Who knows.
Christine: The honesty was what was out of character. Jane finally realized he was in love and he was desperate to tell that to Lisbon. Love and desperation can drive anyone to do things that are a little out of character.
Was there anything that disappointed you about the season finale?
Robin: I can't say that there is, really. I loved every second of it, and thought the understated ending was absolutely perfect.
Nerwen_Aldarion: Gosh, that it wasn't two hours? That it had to end? That is about it.
SteeleSimz: I don't think anything disappointed me about the finale. I was looking forward to this episode so much more after we got the renewal news and even if we hadn't I would have been happy with the episode. It opened doors for future episode while closing other doors. I think Bruno and company did the best they could with what they knew might or might not happen. They tried to please fans in the end which is nice. Yes, not all fans are happy but a lot are with how this all played out.
Christine: I would have liked more kissing at the end and maybe a little more conversation once they were being honest about their feelings. Other than that, it was all good.
What was your favorite scene?
Robin: Everything that happened between Patrick jumping the fence to being hauled off the plane. There was SO MUCH in that scene. There's the stuff I mentioned earlier. I loved that he kept running even after twisting his ankle, stumbling yet continuing through pain just as he was about to do with his emotions. I loved that he immediately realized that telling her he loved her and his honesty was worth it despite how terrifying it was.
I loved that he simply confessed his feelings without asking her to stay, showing that he finally understood how to respect her wishes. Listen, not many shows can take a cliché and pack it so densely with subtle but real character work. Also, Simon Baker - my goodness - he owned the hell out of that scene.
Nerwen_Aldarion: From the airport to the end. So much raw emotion as Jane chased her then declared his love. I adored it so much, especially how he was all "That feels good to say" in some ways I think he has never been more honest with Lisbon then he has with anyone, even his wife. Before then his life had consisted of elaborate schemes and being the "smartest man in the room."
But here no amount of charm, wit or cheating would get him what he truly needed. He finally grew up and admitted that he has feelings and that all of his talents have failed him here because they weren't what she needed, she needed his honesty and love. Of course I adored the final kiss, he just looked so...blissful once he saw her, at ease because he realized that he'd been rewarded for his actions.
This was the first pure thing we'd ever seen him do on the show for the past 6 years and it was wonderful to watch as Jane FINALLY started to heal from his wounds. It's amazing to see the man who hid in a room with blood on the walls in the pilot become the man who is willing to let himself open up in front of an entire plane of people and move past his insecurities and problems to be with the woman he loved.
SteeleSimz: I just don't have one favorite scene. I would Jane confess on the plane, it brought tears to my eyes as he admits his love for Lisbon and even though she tells him it is too late he understands but he had to let her know. Then there is the scene is the TSA interrogation room, Lisbon showing up and asking him if he meant it. Then him joking a little before saying he meant every word followed by the kiss was just perfect. Also I personally liked Lisbon throwing water in his face.
Christine: Wow! So hard to choose. I was originally going to say the fight though the door because of the raw emotion but I think I have to go with the final scene. I love the slow realization that dawns over Jane as it sinks in that she came back. That she's here and she loves him and this is really happening. It was sweet and wonderfully joyful. Now I just can't wait for season 7!
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May 7, 2014
The Mentalist Round Table: "Il Tavolo Bianco" (6x20)
As if a mob hit, jury tampering, and organ harvesting weren't enough to pack into The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 20, Lisbon was still struggling to make her big decision.
And Jane tried to help her with cannoli this week.
Below, TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined by The Mentalist fan GraceSteph to debate if Daniella is the victim she appears to be, why Lisbon was furious and whether or not PIke realize his competition is Patrick Jane...
Is Daniella a victim or does she know more than she's saying about the smuggling ring?
Robin: I didn't get any inkling that she's anything more than a victim. I figured she was left behind so that the drug harvesting people could pick her up for her organs, while the others were taken to slavery.
GraceSteph: Good question. I can’t tell whether she is or isn’t. Her appearance at the old house felt somewhat fishy and why was she the only one found in the first place. I’m intrigued to see how this unfolds.
Christine: Robin's right. She could have been left behind for the organ harvesting but it seems odd that it was only her out of all of those girls. And her appearance at the holding house was weird. I'm really not sure but either way, nothing would surprise me on this show.
Why was Lisbon so furious at Jane for not telling her about Operation Jury Scam?
Robin: I think it was exactly what she said; Lisbon feels that their friendship should keep her from being the target of his cons. She was willing to put her job on the line - yet again - to protect him, only to find out that she was deceived. Lisbon's at a point in her life where she feels she needs honesty and stability, and Jane leaving her in the dark about the sting disappointed and infuriated her.
GraceSteph: If there’s one thing that attracts Lisbon to Pike is that he appears to (keyword “appears to”) feed into Lisbon’s insecurity on Jane: ambiguous, con, and thoughtless about her feelings. The sting was a reminder to her about this aspect; Jane has had kept her in the dark, hurt and left her many times in the past and he probably always will.
Christine: As close as Lisbon feels to Jane she's never been entirely sure how he feels about her. Leaving her in the dark made her feel like she was no different to any one else and that definitely stung.
If Jane only wants Lisbon to be happy then why does he look so darn miserable?
Robin: Jane knows there's a very real possibility that her happiness would mean his loneliness. Lisbon is the only one who truly knows Jane, the only one he's allowed to know him, and her departure would leave a giant and likely irreparable hole in his life.
GraceSteph: It is because he has come into a realization that he loves Lisbon, yet his self-loathing is the con he’s been telling himself that she may be better off with someone else. He gives her the respect to decide her own life just like what she quoted in Green Thumb (“you think you know what’s good for my life”, “it’s my life and I’ll decide what to do with it”) even though that might mean a collapse of his own world.
Christine: Remember, Lisbon was on the short list of things he needed to come back to the states, even if it was only working with her. He absolutely wants her to be happy, even if that's not with him but if he ever got the courage to ask for more he might not look so miserable.
Do you think Marcus Pike realizes that Patrick Jane is his competition?
Robin: I think he knows on some level, and it had to be a clue that Patrick showed up at Lisbon's door at odd hours of the night with cannoli. Poor guy. I really like Marcus Pike. I almost wish his character was a little less likable so I wouldn't feel as bad for him...but he truly is getting the short end of the stick.
GraceSteph: Yes, him being indirectly pushy about D.C and shadowing Lisbon everywhere are proof to me that he is feeling insecure. He tried so hard to impress Lisbon and I know it is too long to elaborate here but to me he is too manipulative to be called the “super nice guy." He obviously knows Jane’s flaws and has been subtly using it to his advantage.
Christine: I know there's a romance to the whole whirlwind affair but I do feel as though Marcus asking her to move to D.C. is pushy and his "take as much time as you need" super nice guy act is wearing thin. Lisbon isn't very open and that's got to worry him. He'd have to be blind not to see the connection between her and Jane. Nice as he may seem, Marcus Pike is no fool and he's playing this very well.
What was your favorite scene from this Mentalist Season 6 episode?
Robin: Can I pick two? First is the Jane/Lisbon restaurant scene - it was just so wonderfully awkward, and I loved the delivery of the line, "What DOES a girl want to hear?" Second is at the nightclub when Jane turned on the charm on Brandy. Good grief, I love flirting Patrick. When he told her he was gonna take her places she never been, I just about hit the floor.
GraceSteph: As much as Jane and Lisbon’s restaurant scene gave me butterflies, I’m going to choose the end scene. Simon and Robin’s phenomenal acting is the one that turn this into one painful-almost-disturbing scene to watch. They did a fantastic job portraying Jane and Lisbon’s suppressed raw emotions and pain through their body language and facial expressions. Jane’s cracking voice and Lisbon finally have tears rolled down her cheek for Jane just scattered my heart into pieces.
Christine: I don't think I can choose. I loved the restaurant scene but it ended far too soon. The final scene was wonderfully awful is there is such a thing. They were both so miserable. I don't doubt that Patrick said what he meant but it certainly wasn't what he felt. And I want to know what Lisbon told Pike when she went back inside with tears in her eyes.
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And Jane tried to help her with cannoli this week.
Below, TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined by The Mentalist fan GraceSteph to debate if Daniella is the victim she appears to be, why Lisbon was furious and whether or not PIke realize his competition is Patrick Jane...
Is Daniella a victim or does she know more than she's saying about the smuggling ring?
Robin: I didn't get any inkling that she's anything more than a victim. I figured she was left behind so that the drug harvesting people could pick her up for her organs, while the others were taken to slavery.
GraceSteph: Good question. I can’t tell whether she is or isn’t. Her appearance at the old house felt somewhat fishy and why was she the only one found in the first place. I’m intrigued to see how this unfolds.
Christine: Robin's right. She could have been left behind for the organ harvesting but it seems odd that it was only her out of all of those girls. And her appearance at the holding house was weird. I'm really not sure but either way, nothing would surprise me on this show.
Why was Lisbon so furious at Jane for not telling her about Operation Jury Scam?
Robin: I think it was exactly what she said; Lisbon feels that their friendship should keep her from being the target of his cons. She was willing to put her job on the line - yet again - to protect him, only to find out that she was deceived. Lisbon's at a point in her life where she feels she needs honesty and stability, and Jane leaving her in the dark about the sting disappointed and infuriated her.
GraceSteph: If there’s one thing that attracts Lisbon to Pike is that he appears to (keyword “appears to”) feed into Lisbon’s insecurity on Jane: ambiguous, con, and thoughtless about her feelings. The sting was a reminder to her about this aspect; Jane has had kept her in the dark, hurt and left her many times in the past and he probably always will.
Christine: As close as Lisbon feels to Jane she's never been entirely sure how he feels about her. Leaving her in the dark made her feel like she was no different to any one else and that definitely stung.
If Jane only wants Lisbon to be happy then why does he look so darn miserable?
Robin: Jane knows there's a very real possibility that her happiness would mean his loneliness. Lisbon is the only one who truly knows Jane, the only one he's allowed to know him, and her departure would leave a giant and likely irreparable hole in his life.
GraceSteph: It is because he has come into a realization that he loves Lisbon, yet his self-loathing is the con he’s been telling himself that she may be better off with someone else. He gives her the respect to decide her own life just like what she quoted in Green Thumb (“you think you know what’s good for my life”, “it’s my life and I’ll decide what to do with it”) even though that might mean a collapse of his own world.
Christine: Remember, Lisbon was on the short list of things he needed to come back to the states, even if it was only working with her. He absolutely wants her to be happy, even if that's not with him but if he ever got the courage to ask for more he might not look so miserable.
Do you think Marcus Pike realizes that Patrick Jane is his competition?
Robin: I think he knows on some level, and it had to be a clue that Patrick showed up at Lisbon's door at odd hours of the night with cannoli. Poor guy. I really like Marcus Pike. I almost wish his character was a little less likable so I wouldn't feel as bad for him...but he truly is getting the short end of the stick.
GraceSteph: Yes, him being indirectly pushy about D.C and shadowing Lisbon everywhere are proof to me that he is feeling insecure. He tried so hard to impress Lisbon and I know it is too long to elaborate here but to me he is too manipulative to be called the “super nice guy." He obviously knows Jane’s flaws and has been subtly using it to his advantage.
Christine: I know there's a romance to the whole whirlwind affair but I do feel as though Marcus asking her to move to D.C. is pushy and his "take as much time as you need" super nice guy act is wearing thin. Lisbon isn't very open and that's got to worry him. He'd have to be blind not to see the connection between her and Jane. Nice as he may seem, Marcus Pike is no fool and he's playing this very well.
What was your favorite scene from this Mentalist Season 6 episode?
Robin: Can I pick two? First is the Jane/Lisbon restaurant scene - it was just so wonderfully awkward, and I loved the delivery of the line, "What DOES a girl want to hear?" Second is at the nightclub when Jane turned on the charm on Brandy. Good grief, I love flirting Patrick. When he told her he was gonna take her places she never been, I just about hit the floor.
GraceSteph: As much as Jane and Lisbon’s restaurant scene gave me butterflies, I’m going to choose the end scene. Simon and Robin’s phenomenal acting is the one that turn this into one painful-almost-disturbing scene to watch. They did a fantastic job portraying Jane and Lisbon’s suppressed raw emotions and pain through their body language and facial expressions. Jane’s cracking voice and Lisbon finally have tears rolled down her cheek for Jane just scattered my heart into pieces.
Christine: I don't think I can choose. I loved the restaurant scene but it ended far too soon. The final scene was wonderfully awful is there is such a thing. They were both so miserable. I don't doubt that Patrick said what he meant but it certainly wasn't what he felt. And I want to know what Lisbon told Pike when she went back inside with tears in her eyes.
Read more: http://www.tvfanatic.com/2014/05/the-mentalist-round-table-il-tavolo-bianco/#ixzz313UmpDHf
May 5, 2014
Don't Believe Your Own Con (6x20, Review)
Agent Abbott called Jane out on The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 20 when he asked him, "How long are you going to let that go?"
Jane's been conning himself, although he may not have realized it until now. He continues to repeat that he only wants Teresa to be happy and as certain as I am that that is true, if she were to move on without him he would obviously be miserable.
Even Abbott can see that.
But Jane isn't one to wear his heart on his sleeve and neither is Lisbon. I'm not even sure either one of them is being completely honest with themselves about their feelings.
When Jane brought Lisbon coffee, he told her he didn't want her to go to D.C. but then quickly covered up his feelings by telling her he was afraid she'd be bored. The disappointment rolled off of Lisbon in waves.
Then there was Operation Jury Scam. First, there was Teresa's obvious concern at having Jane facing murder charges once again and her anger toward the prosecutor when she told the woman to go to hell during questioning.
Worse was finding out that it was all a con, or as Jane pointed out, a sting. Actually, he seemed quite disappointed that Lisbon didn't recognize the difference. But Lisbon was most upset about being shut out and lied to as she railed at Jane in this The Mentalist quote…
She wasn't just upset, she was furious and hurt. When she finally apologized for going off on him, Jane asked if Marcus had helped her decide she was wrong and that's when I knew we might get some honesty out of this conversation and it led to this…
Speaking of which, kudos to Abbott. If I doubted that he was a Jane/Lisbon shipper before I no longer do. He's doing everything he can to push these two to be honest with one another. The problem is, I don't think they're even being honest with themselves just yet.
As for the case of the week, the mobster and the grand jury tampering was sort of dull, other than it gave Jane and Lisbon an Italian dinner to work out their issues. I also felt a bit cheated when Fischer was shot.
I know it was only in the vest but if they were going to have an agent take a bullet, it felt like they should have spent more than ten seconds on the event.
I was happy that the human smuggling investigation continued. The moment Cho unearthed the blood tests and the heart tattoos I figured it was connected with organ harvesting. What I still can't figure out is why Daniella was left behind.
One moment she seems completely genuine and the next I'm wondering if she's somehow involved. I really can't tell which it is.
Finally, Jane found the courage to knock on Lisbon's door. We can only assume he wanted to talk to her about her future over some cannoli. What he wasn't expecting was to find Marcus Pike answering.
I don't believe that Lisbon loves Marcus but he is everything she thinks she wants…or should want. Whenever Marcus tells her things like, "I'll be here," it feeds into her insecurity about Jane because too many times in the past Jane hasn't been there. He's lied to her and run off and left her in the dark.
Yes, he' s had his reasons but that doesn't mean it didn't hurt.
So I was proud of Teresa that she just didn't let Jane walk away, that she stopped him and pushed for the real reason that he'd come to her door. Patrick's response was heart breaking…
Patrick wants her to be happy. Lisbon wants to be happy. Then why do both of them look so darn miserable? Hopefully they'll figure that out before the season ends.
SRC: tvfanatic.com/
Jane's been conning himself, although he may not have realized it until now. He continues to repeat that he only wants Teresa to be happy and as certain as I am that that is true, if she were to move on without him he would obviously be miserable.
Even Abbott can see that.
But Jane isn't one to wear his heart on his sleeve and neither is Lisbon. I'm not even sure either one of them is being completely honest with themselves about their feelings.
When Jane brought Lisbon coffee, he told her he didn't want her to go to D.C. but then quickly covered up his feelings by telling her he was afraid she'd be bored. The disappointment rolled off of Lisbon in waves.
Then there was Operation Jury Scam. First, there was Teresa's obvious concern at having Jane facing murder charges once again and her anger toward the prosecutor when she told the woman to go to hell during questioning.
Worse was finding out that it was all a con, or as Jane pointed out, a sting. Actually, he seemed quite disappointed that Lisbon didn't recognize the difference. But Lisbon was most upset about being shut out and lied to as she railed at Jane in this The Mentalist quote…
Since when am I a target of one of your cons?
- Lisbon
She wasn't just upset, she was furious and hurt. When she finally apologized for going off on him, Jane asked if Marcus had helped her decide she was wrong and that's when I knew we might get some honesty out of this conversation and it led to this…
Jane: I love that you're predictable.They both looked so confused and so sad. If only the expensive bottle of wine would have helped.
Lisbon: Just what a girl wants to hear.
Jane: What does a girl want to hear?
Lisbon: I wish I knew.
Speaking of which, kudos to Abbott. If I doubted that he was a Jane/Lisbon shipper before I no longer do. He's doing everything he can to push these two to be honest with one another. The problem is, I don't think they're even being honest with themselves just yet.
As for the case of the week, the mobster and the grand jury tampering was sort of dull, other than it gave Jane and Lisbon an Italian dinner to work out their issues. I also felt a bit cheated when Fischer was shot.
I know it was only in the vest but if they were going to have an agent take a bullet, it felt like they should have spent more than ten seconds on the event.
I was happy that the human smuggling investigation continued. The moment Cho unearthed the blood tests and the heart tattoos I figured it was connected with organ harvesting. What I still can't figure out is why Daniella was left behind.
One moment she seems completely genuine and the next I'm wondering if she's somehow involved. I really can't tell which it is.
Finally, Jane found the courage to knock on Lisbon's door. We can only assume he wanted to talk to her about her future over some cannoli. What he wasn't expecting was to find Marcus Pike answering.
I don't believe that Lisbon loves Marcus but he is everything she thinks she wants…or should want. Whenever Marcus tells her things like, "I'll be here," it feeds into her insecurity about Jane because too many times in the past Jane hasn't been there. He's lied to her and run off and left her in the dark.
Yes, he' s had his reasons but that doesn't mean it didn't hurt.
So I was proud of Teresa that she just didn't let Jane walk away, that she stopped him and pushed for the real reason that he'd come to her door. Patrick's response was heart breaking…
I really want you to be happy and that is the most important thing for me that you do what makes you happy. Okay?
Jane
Patrick wants her to be happy. Lisbon wants to be happy. Then why do both of them look so darn miserable? Hopefully they'll figure that out before the season ends.
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May 1, 2014
‘Brown Eyed Girls’ entertains, frustrates
“The Mentalist” is coming close to the end of the sixth season, and we find ourselves extremely conflicted right now. Even though we know just what direction the show is heading in when it comes to the Jane / Lisbon relationship, it doesn’t quite make the process of getting there any more palatable at all.
First of all, we understand why the show is dragging its feet when it comes to giving you answers on the Jane / Lisbon relationship. It’s a syndicated, procedural drama. It giving us that multi-part ending to the Red John storyline earlier this year an anomaly rather than something that is going to happen here on a regular basis. Most of the time, the show is going to be much more intent to just have isolated storylines with just a hint of something that can be relevant in the long-term. As a fan of the show, you really just have to be able to accept that, and then move on. It’s just hard when you know that there could only be a few episodes left in the entire series.
The actual story itself of “Brown Eyed Girls” was solid, and there were some genuinely funny moments between Jane and Abbott. We were also glad to see Cho have something more to do, since he and Kim Fischer have been practically forgotten about the past few weeks. (Granted, Kim was never that intriguing of a character on the show in the first place following “My Blue Heaven.”)
At times, it is clear that the show is still struggling to find its stakes now that Red John is over, and outside of Jane and Lisbon, we hope that there is a formation of a new Big Bad next season … if that happens. For now, let’s just say that this was a typical “Mentalist” episode that didn’t give us enough Jane / Lisbon progress, even if he is probably not feeling too great about how he handled the news that she could be moving to DC. Grade: C+.
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First of all, we understand why the show is dragging its feet when it comes to giving you answers on the Jane / Lisbon relationship. It’s a syndicated, procedural drama. It giving us that multi-part ending to the Red John storyline earlier this year an anomaly rather than something that is going to happen here on a regular basis. Most of the time, the show is going to be much more intent to just have isolated storylines with just a hint of something that can be relevant in the long-term. As a fan of the show, you really just have to be able to accept that, and then move on. It’s just hard when you know that there could only be a few episodes left in the entire series.
The actual story itself of “Brown Eyed Girls” was solid, and there were some genuinely funny moments between Jane and Abbott. We were also glad to see Cho have something more to do, since he and Kim Fischer have been practically forgotten about the past few weeks. (Granted, Kim was never that intriguing of a character on the show in the first place following “My Blue Heaven.”)
At times, it is clear that the show is still struggling to find its stakes now that Red John is over, and outside of Jane and Lisbon, we hope that there is a formation of a new Big Bad next season … if that happens. For now, let’s just say that this was a typical “Mentalist” episode that didn’t give us enough Jane / Lisbon progress, even if he is probably not feeling too great about how he handled the news that she could be moving to DC. Grade: C+.
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Apr 30, 2014
The Mentalist Round Table: Brown Eyes Girls (6x19)
Lisbon accused Patrick Jane of having ulterior motives for interrupting her date with Marcus Pike... but it turned out what he had found was a human trafficking ring on The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 19.
Below, TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined by The Mentalist fan, Entwife to debate why Lisbon took so long to come clean about her possible move to D.C. and whether or not there is a secret Jisbon shipper on the FBI team...
Will Jane tell Lisbon that he has feelings for her?
Robin: While I'm sure there will be arguments that he has no feelings for her, that end scene was surely not the look of a man who's certain his love is platonic. (Sorry, non-shippers!). However, I don't think he will do anything about it unless some outside situation compels or propels him to do so.
Entwife: Yes, I think he will eventually. At this point in the season "eventually" needs to be very quick. I think he made a camouflaged start in the ending scene where they so flagrantly lied to each other about their feelings about Pike and the DC move. From the promo for next week, he seems to take the next step of saying he hopes she'll stay. And she responds very happily, from my point of view. It needs to move pretty fast from there. But then, of course, we get the grand jury obstacle.
Christine: Lisbon joining the FBI in Austin was one of the top things on Jane's list when he signed his deal. I think his first instinct is to step back and let her be happy but I'm really hoping that something will compel him to tell her how he really feels because I think watching her walk away will break his heart.
Why didn't Lisbon tell Jane sooner about her possible move D.C.?
Robin: She also thought Jane was disrupting her date on false pretense, so I don't think she knows how Jane feels about her relationship. I think she didn't tell him because she was uncertain and afraid of what his reaction would be. Judging by that last scene, she expected him to be upset or contrary.
Entwife: I think she was being a bit cowardly and actually somewhat hostile. She didn't want to face it, apparently intended to let him find out by the grapevine. Very cruel and irresponsible in a friendship, in my opinion. Even her response to Abbott revealed underlying hostility, essentially he's a "psychic," let him figure it out. She knows he's not a psychic. It was a patent lie. Is it what she intended to say to Jane when he found out and probably confronted her with it? Ow. Payback for the times he just up and left her?
Christine: I think she's just as conflicted about her feelings for Jane as he is about her. He's most certainly hurt her in the past and has lied to her frequently. I think she's uncertain what Jane's feelings for her truly are and she's probably afraid to find out one way or another. In other words, it's complicated.
Is Abbott a Lisbon shipper? Why was he encouraging Lisbon to tell Jane?
Robin: I wouldn't brand him a shipper on that one conversation. He's just a man with a normal human sense of decency, who knows that people as close as Lisbon and Jane are tell each other when they're contemplating a life-altering decision. Abbott likes Jane and just didn't want to see him blind-sided.
Entwife: Thank goodness for Abbott! He acted as the moral compass for Lisbon about what she was doing. When she realized it had already got to Abbott, and he was warning her that Jane was about to find out, he was nudging Lisbon to at least be honorable with Jane if she was truly going to leave. Her reaction seemed both fear and pain when she got in that elevator. Perhaps embarrassment, too. I do think Abbott is a kindly, subtle shipper. He might not directly interfere. But he's seen them as a couple from the beginning, his opinion hasn't changed and I think he has a fondness for them and empathy for their troubled times right now.
Christine: Abbott has grown fond of them both and he knows how hard Jane lobbied to get Lisbon to come to Austin to begin with. He could see that Lisbon was in denial and made her face it. I'm not sure if he's a shipper, but he seems to be a good buy who cares about his team.
What was the best Patrick Jane moment of the episode?
Robin: This episode was one of the best Patrick Jane showcases since Red John. The case was interesting, and brought out most of the things that make Patrick a complex and fascinating character. My favorite moment would be his comforting of the dying girl in the bed. That's a side of Patrick we don't get to see very often, and it's beautiful.
Entwife: I want to say the ending scene, so astounding. But Jane had some tremendous moments throughout this episode. I guess I'd have to pick the ride in the Airstream. The expression on his face when Lisbon looked at him with such apprehension. It was pure gold, in my opinion, and something I haven't seen in Jane before. He looked like, what dreadful thing is she trying to keep from telling me? But he kept silent. I don't think he really wanted to know just then. But his looks-- wow! Simon is such an amazing actor and conveys so much without words.
Christine: He had a lot of great moments in this episode. Jane comforting the dying girl, begging for her to live was definitely my favorite. But him getting the crazy drunk to remember exactly where he found her came in as a close second. I love it when Jane works his magic to access memories. He's just so good at it.
Do you think Teresa is in love with Marcus Pike?
Robin: I think she loves being with him, but I don't think she's in love quite yet. I think his dependability and honesty are something she's been missing and craving in her life, but she's far too hesitant about the move for me to think she's in love.
Entwife: No. Absolutely not. She won't even answer Jane's question if things are going well with him. The last scene, Lisbon looks like she almost begging Jane for a rescue, to please speak for her. I think she sees his true feelings, but she needs him to speak. I think Jane caught Lisbon's true feelings, too, made a small movement to go after her and stops himself, undecided if it's the right thing to do. And she looks back at him, twice, as Pike is leading her away. I can't get her attachment to Pike as anything but an escape path completely away from Jane if he won't speak up.
Christine: Marcus Pike is the guy who is good on paper. If she wrote a list of all the things she thinks she wants in a romantic partner, he'd fit every slot. Unfortunately the heart doesn't care what's on that page. Lisbon likes him a lot. He's a good guy and her head is telling her she should love him but that doesn't mean she does or ever will.
What was your favorite scene from this Mentalist Season 6 installment?
Robin: Watching the flurry of emotions go across Jane's face as he realizes Lisbon is serious about Pike and is contemplating leaving. Simon Baker. My goodness. that man is one heck of an actor.
Entwife: The ending scene. Absolutely. Never was so much truth revealed in the pack of lies Jane and Lisbon were telling each other with their mouths. Because everything else about their body language, facial expression, eyes and tone of voice gave the truth away. No doubt for me anymore. Jane and Lisbon will be together by season's end. But I allow a 5% chance for Heller to destroy them out of sheer perversity, for "art." I will never trust him again, for any production.
Christine: I have to make it unanimous. That end scene was priceless. Lisbon looked oddly hopeful and Jane looked about as devastated as I'd ever witnessed as he stumbled over his words and told Teresa he wanted her to be happy. No matter what happens, I think these last few episode will be a bit painful to watch.
Read more: http://www.tvfanatic.com/2014/04/the-mentalist-round-table-brown-eyes-girls/#ixzz30LCrLLwF
Below, TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined by The Mentalist fan, Entwife to debate why Lisbon took so long to come clean about her possible move to D.C. and whether or not there is a secret Jisbon shipper on the FBI team...
Will Jane tell Lisbon that he has feelings for her?
Robin: While I'm sure there will be arguments that he has no feelings for her, that end scene was surely not the look of a man who's certain his love is platonic. (Sorry, non-shippers!). However, I don't think he will do anything about it unless some outside situation compels or propels him to do so.
Entwife: Yes, I think he will eventually. At this point in the season "eventually" needs to be very quick. I think he made a camouflaged start in the ending scene where they so flagrantly lied to each other about their feelings about Pike and the DC move. From the promo for next week, he seems to take the next step of saying he hopes she'll stay. And she responds very happily, from my point of view. It needs to move pretty fast from there. But then, of course, we get the grand jury obstacle.
Christine: Lisbon joining the FBI in Austin was one of the top things on Jane's list when he signed his deal. I think his first instinct is to step back and let her be happy but I'm really hoping that something will compel him to tell her how he really feels because I think watching her walk away will break his heart.
Why didn't Lisbon tell Jane sooner about her possible move D.C.?
Robin: She also thought Jane was disrupting her date on false pretense, so I don't think she knows how Jane feels about her relationship. I think she didn't tell him because she was uncertain and afraid of what his reaction would be. Judging by that last scene, she expected him to be upset or contrary.
Entwife: I think she was being a bit cowardly and actually somewhat hostile. She didn't want to face it, apparently intended to let him find out by the grapevine. Very cruel and irresponsible in a friendship, in my opinion. Even her response to Abbott revealed underlying hostility, essentially he's a "psychic," let him figure it out. She knows he's not a psychic. It was a patent lie. Is it what she intended to say to Jane when he found out and probably confronted her with it? Ow. Payback for the times he just up and left her?
Christine: I think she's just as conflicted about her feelings for Jane as he is about her. He's most certainly hurt her in the past and has lied to her frequently. I think she's uncertain what Jane's feelings for her truly are and she's probably afraid to find out one way or another. In other words, it's complicated.
Is Abbott a Lisbon shipper? Why was he encouraging Lisbon to tell Jane?
Robin: I wouldn't brand him a shipper on that one conversation. He's just a man with a normal human sense of decency, who knows that people as close as Lisbon and Jane are tell each other when they're contemplating a life-altering decision. Abbott likes Jane and just didn't want to see him blind-sided.
Entwife: Thank goodness for Abbott! He acted as the moral compass for Lisbon about what she was doing. When she realized it had already got to Abbott, and he was warning her that Jane was about to find out, he was nudging Lisbon to at least be honorable with Jane if she was truly going to leave. Her reaction seemed both fear and pain when she got in that elevator. Perhaps embarrassment, too. I do think Abbott is a kindly, subtle shipper. He might not directly interfere. But he's seen them as a couple from the beginning, his opinion hasn't changed and I think he has a fondness for them and empathy for their troubled times right now.
Christine: Abbott has grown fond of them both and he knows how hard Jane lobbied to get Lisbon to come to Austin to begin with. He could see that Lisbon was in denial and made her face it. I'm not sure if he's a shipper, but he seems to be a good buy who cares about his team.
What was the best Patrick Jane moment of the episode?
Robin: This episode was one of the best Patrick Jane showcases since Red John. The case was interesting, and brought out most of the things that make Patrick a complex and fascinating character. My favorite moment would be his comforting of the dying girl in the bed. That's a side of Patrick we don't get to see very often, and it's beautiful.
Entwife: I want to say the ending scene, so astounding. But Jane had some tremendous moments throughout this episode. I guess I'd have to pick the ride in the Airstream. The expression on his face when Lisbon looked at him with such apprehension. It was pure gold, in my opinion, and something I haven't seen in Jane before. He looked like, what dreadful thing is she trying to keep from telling me? But he kept silent. I don't think he really wanted to know just then. But his looks-- wow! Simon is such an amazing actor and conveys so much without words.
Christine: He had a lot of great moments in this episode. Jane comforting the dying girl, begging for her to live was definitely my favorite. But him getting the crazy drunk to remember exactly where he found her came in as a close second. I love it when Jane works his magic to access memories. He's just so good at it.
Do you think Teresa is in love with Marcus Pike?
Robin: I think she loves being with him, but I don't think she's in love quite yet. I think his dependability and honesty are something she's been missing and craving in her life, but she's far too hesitant about the move for me to think she's in love.
Entwife: No. Absolutely not. She won't even answer Jane's question if things are going well with him. The last scene, Lisbon looks like she almost begging Jane for a rescue, to please speak for her. I think she sees his true feelings, but she needs him to speak. I think Jane caught Lisbon's true feelings, too, made a small movement to go after her and stops himself, undecided if it's the right thing to do. And she looks back at him, twice, as Pike is leading her away. I can't get her attachment to Pike as anything but an escape path completely away from Jane if he won't speak up.
Christine: Marcus Pike is the guy who is good on paper. If she wrote a list of all the things she thinks she wants in a romantic partner, he'd fit every slot. Unfortunately the heart doesn't care what's on that page. Lisbon likes him a lot. He's a good guy and her head is telling her she should love him but that doesn't mean she does or ever will.
What was your favorite scene from this Mentalist Season 6 installment?
Robin: Watching the flurry of emotions go across Jane's face as he realizes Lisbon is serious about Pike and is contemplating leaving. Simon Baker. My goodness. that man is one heck of an actor.
Entwife: The ending scene. Absolutely. Never was so much truth revealed in the pack of lies Jane and Lisbon were telling each other with their mouths. Because everything else about their body language, facial expression, eyes and tone of voice gave the truth away. No doubt for me anymore. Jane and Lisbon will be together by season's end. But I allow a 5% chance for Heller to destroy them out of sheer perversity, for "art." I will never trust him again, for any production.
Christine: I have to make it unanimous. That end scene was priceless. Lisbon looked oddly hopeful and Jane looked about as devastated as I'd ever witnessed as he stumbled over his words and told Teresa he wanted her to be happy. No matter what happens, I think these last few episode will be a bit painful to watch.
Read more: http://www.tvfanatic.com/2014/04/the-mentalist-round-table-brown-eyes-girls/#ixzz30LCrLLwF
Apr 23, 2014
The Mentalist Round Table: "Forest Green"
It didn't take much for Patrick Jane to take down a murderer at a gentleman's social club - but he may need more than magic tricks to get Lisbon to stay.
Below, TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined by The Mentalist fan "Feint" to share their thoughts on Marcus Pike and whether they think Lisbon will make the jump to D.C. after The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 18...
Below, TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined by The Mentalist fan "Feint" to share their thoughts on Marcus Pike and whether they think Lisbon will make the jump to D.C. after The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 18...
Should Teresa make the move to D.C. with Marcus Pike?
Robin: Every logical bone in my body screams no. For one, she
just met him. Sweeping romantic gestures aside, that would just be a
little nuts, and Teresa Lisbon is too grounded for that. Two, she just
left another job to work for the FBI in Texas with Jane. Uprooting again
would be a bit much.
Feint: I don't quite see why she shouldn't. Moving's not that
much of a problem. She'd probably get to keep her job in the FBI and she
could still talk to Jane via letters, Facebook or whatever. Obviously
the show(or just the fans) wants Lisbon to love Jane and they should end
up together, so this is a great way to make that all happen. So
unexpected!
Christine: I can see why she'd consider it. It feels like she
hasn't had a romantic relationship in a while and she likes Marcus a
lot, but it's quite the leap. It's not very Lisbon-like but perhaps
she's looking to shake things up. This could be just the thing.
Do you think Patrick will try to stop Teresa if she does consider leaving Austin.
Robin: I don't think he will. Patrick cares about Teresa's
happiness, so if he thought for a second that she would be happy and
content in D.C. with Pike, he would let her go.
Feint: I don't believe he would. Teresa didn't stop him from
killing Red John, she didn't stop him from leaving the country after
committing the murder. Patrick wants Teresa to be happy so I think he
will let her go so she can attempt to be happy. Relationships in The
Mentalist never go wrong. Never.
Christine: I hope he does but it would be a bit out of
character for him. I'm really not sure what would push Jane over the
edge and make him not only want a romantic relationship with Teresa but
also act on those feelings. I just hope something gets him to that
point, and quick.
What do you think of Marcus Pike?
Robin: I really like him. He's smart, open and
straightforward, and I think Lisbon needs that. For her, Pike's a
refreshing change from Jane, whose very nature leads him to be cryptic,
secretive and misinformative.
Feint: I don't quite like Marcus, to be honest. He really reminds me of Craig O'laughlin from The Mentalist Season 3
although I don't believe he's involved in anything too serious. Maybe
it's to do with him dating Lisbon. That's not really something we want
to see, so I feel I have the right to be just a tiny bit disgusted.
Christine: I think he's generally a good guy and that Teresa
appreciates his honest approach and that he's very open about how much
he likes her. He just seems a bit bland to me. I feel as though
eventually, Lisbon would end up being bored.
Who was the most arrogant of the club members, guest, or employees?
Robin: All of the above. They all had pretty awful personalities.
Feint: Oh, they were all so arrogant. It's difficult to pick
just one name but I suppose the dude blackmailing the hook...escort's
murderer was pretty bad.
Christine: My favorite was Russell. I especially liked that
Cho called him out on being such a talented liar that he managed to
evade answering even Patrick Jane's questions.
What was your favorite scene?
Robin: I really enjoyed Patrick's magic tricks. It's been a
while since we've gotten to see Jane do those kinds of tricks, and he
and Lisbon were seriously hamming it up during the show. That was a lot
of fun. How on earth did he set that dollar bill on fire?!?
Feint: I have to admit it wasn't a great episode and few
scenes were memorable at all. The ones I liked were Jane telling the
cellphone guy(I can't remember the names, oh man!) he got away with
murder and, of course, Jane's magic tricks when convincing Mr.
Whatshisface he should totally let him entertain the club members. I'd
pick the first one just because I felt it could be foreshadowing and
they're actually bringing back the Red John case.
Christine: For me, it was right in the beginning when Lisbon
gets to work and Jane almost looks uncomfortable. He wants to know
what's going on between her and Pike, he wants her to be happy but he
almost looked nervous about asking. That's not like Patrick Jane. He is
almost always confident and I liked the contrast to what we normally
see.
Apr 14, 2014
The Mentalist Review: Let the Games Begin (6x17)
Jane and the team at the FBI ran quite a game on The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 17 when they tried to save a man on death row.
I found it interesting that Agent Fischer was the only naysayer in this investigation while everyone else jumped on board right away. Not that she didn't change her mind when she saw the rest of the team's reaction but it felt like she didn't want to waste two days of her time to possibly save an innocent man's life. IT was a small moment but it was yet another reason why Fischer feels like the weak link on this team.
On the other hand, Abbott continued to surprise me. Considering the confrontational way these two started out back on that island, Abbott has certainly embraced Jane as a member of the team. He respects his opinion and frequently solicits Patrick's advice. It actually feels as though Jane fits in better here at the FBI than he ever did at the CBI but perhaps that's because his sole focus there was always Red John.
I loved how Jane immediately pointed out that the woman with the baby carriage was being used as a distraction just before the bomb went off. The man definitely knows the inner workings of the con.
John De Lancie was perfect as Dr. Edward Feinberg as he went head to head with Patrick Jane. Both men were expert in observing people and it was fun to see someone call Jane on some of his tactics during their first interview at his home.
Unfortunately for Edward, he couldn't quite see the pretty, blonde murderer he was sleeping with. He was completely blindsided to find out that his wife of 11 years had killed Sarah in order to be with him.
I figured early on that the clocks at the CBI were rigged in order to play out their con on the couple. Watching each of the agents go in to have a crack at Edward and his attorney was kind of fun too.
The subplot may have been secondary but was no less interesting. Teresa is now dating Agent Marcus Pike and it's making things awkward between her and Jane.
From the moment she walked out of the cab, Teresa had a problem meeting Jane's eye as he asked her about Pike. She was obviously uncomfortable with his questions.
One of my favorite interactions was between Fischer and Cho as she dug for information on Lisbon's personal life in this The Mentalist quote…
Yet one more reason why I wish we saw more of Kimball Cho.
But it was Jane's reaction to Teresa heading out for a date at the end that really got my attention. He seemed so sad as he told her how beautiful she looked and hoped that Marcus was taking her somewhere nice. A part of him believes that she deserves to be happy but I think there's another part. A part of his heart that won't leave him alone that's more than a bit jealous. I just don't think Jane knows how to deal with that yet. Hopefully he figures it out soon.
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I found it interesting that Agent Fischer was the only naysayer in this investigation while everyone else jumped on board right away. Not that she didn't change her mind when she saw the rest of the team's reaction but it felt like she didn't want to waste two days of her time to possibly save an innocent man's life. IT was a small moment but it was yet another reason why Fischer feels like the weak link on this team.
On the other hand, Abbott continued to surprise me. Considering the confrontational way these two started out back on that island, Abbott has certainly embraced Jane as a member of the team. He respects his opinion and frequently solicits Patrick's advice. It actually feels as though Jane fits in better here at the FBI than he ever did at the CBI but perhaps that's because his sole focus there was always Red John.
I loved how Jane immediately pointed out that the woman with the baby carriage was being used as a distraction just before the bomb went off. The man definitely knows the inner workings of the con.
John De Lancie was perfect as Dr. Edward Feinberg as he went head to head with Patrick Jane. Both men were expert in observing people and it was fun to see someone call Jane on some of his tactics during their first interview at his home.
Unfortunately for Edward, he couldn't quite see the pretty, blonde murderer he was sleeping with. He was completely blindsided to find out that his wife of 11 years had killed Sarah in order to be with him.
I figured early on that the clocks at the CBI were rigged in order to play out their con on the couple. Watching each of the agents go in to have a crack at Edward and his attorney was kind of fun too.
The subplot may have been secondary but was no less interesting. Teresa is now dating Agent Marcus Pike and it's making things awkward between her and Jane.
From the moment she walked out of the cab, Teresa had a problem meeting Jane's eye as he asked her about Pike. She was obviously uncomfortable with his questions.
One of my favorite interactions was between Fischer and Cho as she dug for information on Lisbon's personal life in this The Mentalist quote…
Fischer: You ever wonder what Jane thinks about it?
Cho: Never.
Fischer: Really, why not?
Cho: My brain would explode.
Yet one more reason why I wish we saw more of Kimball Cho.
But it was Jane's reaction to Teresa heading out for a date at the end that really got my attention. He seemed so sad as he told her how beautiful she looked and hoped that Marcus was taking her somewhere nice. A part of him believes that she deserves to be happy but I think there's another part. A part of his heart that won't leave him alone that's more than a bit jealous. I just don't think Jane knows how to deal with that yet. Hopefully he figures it out soon.
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Apr 3, 2014
Round Table: 6x16 "Violets" (fans Q & A review)
A deadly gang of art thieves had Patrick Jane in his glory on The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 16, as he took the entire team undercover for an elaborate con to catch the bad guys.
Our TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined by The
Mentalist fan Neha to discuss how they feel about Lisbon and Marcus Pike
and what Jane was thinking when he cast his latest con.
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What do you think of Lisbon dating Marcus Pike?
Robin: I'm okay with it. I'm not a hardcore shipper, but I do
think the writers are heading for a Lisbon/Jane end game (which I'm
surely on board with). In the meantime though, Lisbon deserves to be
wined and dined, and Marcus seems like a good guy with excellent taste.
I say go for it, Lisbon!
Neha: When I first heard the spoilers about Pike I wasn't
sure, but now that I have seen him in action, I absolutely love him! He
felt really refreshing to me. In a world where the only man in Lisbon's
life expects her to almost always read between the lines, a direct no
mess, no games approach must be like the first day of spring for her. Of
course, she grabbed it! Their chemistry is great and I think Lisbon
needs to have some fun at this point.
Christine: I agree with Neha that Pike's direct approach was a
huge contrast to Jane. I'm OK with Lisbon and Pike dating as long as
it's just for a few episodes and it's used to help move Teresa and
Patrick's relationship forward. I've got my fingers crossed that that is
where this story is headed.
Apr 1, 2014
Jane better make a move on Lisbon soon… (6x16, review)
“The Mentalist” aired its first real episode without Rigsby and Van Pelt in the cast (even if they have been gone occasionally in other episodes) Sunday, and it actually felt more like an old-school hour than most of what we’ve seen since this “New Beginning” for Patrick Jane. There was a case that caused the characters to go undercover, have some fun moments, and catch some bad people in the process.
As a viewer, this is all fine to watch and pretty enjoyable. Unfortunately, it is a little bit more difficult to discuss as a reviewer, since it all is so formulaic and there are few standout moments other than watching Patrick Jane act like a pretentious art collector.
We have a feeling that what more people are going to have an interest in is the arrival of Pedro Pascal as an FBI Agent who has taken a liking for Lisbon … which in turn hurts everyone out there hoping to see her with Jane at some point before the series comes to a close. The tough part of this is that Pascal’s character seems to be a pretty nice guy, and you don’t want to see a nice guy fail. He treats Lisbon well so far, and has been much more forward with his feelings than Jane has.
Yet at the same time, we still want to root for her and Jane to work things out. This relationship for her should be good for forcing Patrick to be proactive, but don’t expect this story to be hurried along. There are many more cases to be solved, fun moments to be had, and clever Jane plans involved marching bands to be hatched. Patience is a virtue, but let’s not hope producers are so patient that the show gets canceled before there is resolution. Grade: B.
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As a viewer, this is all fine to watch and pretty enjoyable. Unfortunately, it is a little bit more difficult to discuss as a reviewer, since it all is so formulaic and there are few standout moments other than watching Patrick Jane act like a pretentious art collector.
We have a feeling that what more people are going to have an interest in is the arrival of Pedro Pascal as an FBI Agent who has taken a liking for Lisbon … which in turn hurts everyone out there hoping to see her with Jane at some point before the series comes to a close. The tough part of this is that Pascal’s character seems to be a pretty nice guy, and you don’t want to see a nice guy fail. He treats Lisbon well so far, and has been much more forward with his feelings than Jane has.
Yet at the same time, we still want to root for her and Jane to work things out. This relationship for her should be good for forcing Patrick to be proactive, but don’t expect this story to be hurried along. There are many more cases to be solved, fun moments to be had, and clever Jane plans involved marching bands to be hatched. Patience is a virtue, but let’s not hope producers are so patient that the show gets canceled before there is resolution. Grade: B.
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6x16 "Violets" (Insider's Blog)
Posted on Mar 31, 2014 02:15pm
Episode 616 "Violets"
When I was assigned to write episode 616 of The Mentalist, I started with one very simple idea. I had just finished writing “The Great Red Dragon,” which was our show at its darkest, so for this one I wanted to do an episode where our characters had fun and Robin Tunney wore a pretty dress. In fact, in the episode she wears two pretty dresses, and a lot of the other characters get new clothes as well, so I more than reached my goal. (our costume designer Amanda Friedland deserves a special shout-out for this episode).
That simple idea quickly grew into the idea of a long con, art heists and Jane and Lisbon going undercover as a couple. I quickly knew I would have to break the conventions of a normal Mentalist episode, where the identity of the killer is a mystery until the end. Instead, we meet the bad guys very quickly in order to give Jane and the team more time to mess with their minds. Also, in most episodes Jane’s trick isn’t fully revealed to the audience until the killer is caught, but this time we played the con cards-up.
While Jane and Lisbon working together is the center of the episode, the rest of the team really shines as well. Cho, Abbott and Fischer get to show new sides of their characters, and I was particularly impressed with Joe Adler as Wiley, who gets to serve as the narrator of the long con.
But my favorite part of the episode to shoot was the exciting art heist that opens the episode. I love a good heist film, and director J Miller Tobin did a great job of giving the scene some thrilling moments. The days on set when you get to watch while an SUV is driven through a plate-glass wall and men with masks and machine guns jump out, and it all is happening because of things you typed … those are the days its good to be a TV writer.
While on the surface the episode is a fun stand-alone, it also introduces a subplot that will play out for the rest of the season: Lisbon meets Marcus Pike (played by the great Pedro Pascal), who is immediately taken by Lisbon. I don’t want to give too much away, but I will say this about Pike: his best character trait is one that Jane may be lacking when it comes to Lisbon, and I think it’s that trait is what makes Pike appeal to Lisbon. But of course this episode is the beginning of this story, not the end of it. So stay tuned …
Written by
Writer Jordan Harper
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Episode 616 "Violets"
When I was assigned to write episode 616 of The Mentalist, I started with one very simple idea. I had just finished writing “The Great Red Dragon,” which was our show at its darkest, so for this one I wanted to do an episode where our characters had fun and Robin Tunney wore a pretty dress. In fact, in the episode she wears two pretty dresses, and a lot of the other characters get new clothes as well, so I more than reached my goal. (our costume designer Amanda Friedland deserves a special shout-out for this episode).
That simple idea quickly grew into the idea of a long con, art heists and Jane and Lisbon going undercover as a couple. I quickly knew I would have to break the conventions of a normal Mentalist episode, where the identity of the killer is a mystery until the end. Instead, we meet the bad guys very quickly in order to give Jane and the team more time to mess with their minds. Also, in most episodes Jane’s trick isn’t fully revealed to the audience until the killer is caught, but this time we played the con cards-up.
While Jane and Lisbon working together is the center of the episode, the rest of the team really shines as well. Cho, Abbott and Fischer get to show new sides of their characters, and I was particularly impressed with Joe Adler as Wiley, who gets to serve as the narrator of the long con.
But my favorite part of the episode to shoot was the exciting art heist that opens the episode. I love a good heist film, and director J Miller Tobin did a great job of giving the scene some thrilling moments. The days on set when you get to watch while an SUV is driven through a plate-glass wall and men with masks and machine guns jump out, and it all is happening because of things you typed … those are the days its good to be a TV writer.
While on the surface the episode is a fun stand-alone, it also introduces a subplot that will play out for the rest of the season: Lisbon meets Marcus Pike (played by the great Pedro Pascal), who is immediately taken by Lisbon. I don’t want to give too much away, but I will say this about Pike: his best character trait is one that Jane may be lacking when it comes to Lisbon, and I think it’s that trait is what makes Pike appeal to Lisbon. But of course this episode is the beginning of this story, not the end of it. So stay tuned …
Written by
Writer Jordan Harper
SRC: www.cbs.com/shows/the_mentalist/
Mar 27, 2014
The Mentalist Round Table: 6x15 "White As the Driven Snow"
It may very well be the last time fans see Wayne Rigsby and Grace Van Pelt - and it was anyone's guess whether they'd ride off into the sunset or end up in body bags on The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 15.
Did you think Rigsby was dead?
Robin: I thought he was dead, honestly. I knew Owain Yeoman was leaving the show, and I thought that Jane might have been foreshadowing when he told Rigsby earlier that he needs to survive for his kids.
Katempw: I kind of did after the second shot to what I thought was his heart. But I also didn’t believe they would kill off Rigsby given what Eoghan Mahoney said about honoring the viewers when putting beloved characters in jeopardy.
Christine: This show can go down a dark path sometimes so when when Rigsby took that second shot, I really did think he was dead. As implausible as his getting up and saving everyone was, I was completely grateful that it happened that way.
Should Wayne and Grace take the job with the FBI?
Robin: No, I think this was a good send-off. It's improbable that the entire CBI team would be reunited exactly as they were in another law enforcement agency. This is way more believable.
Katempw: As much as I love our CBI family, I’m glad Wayne and Grace took the Ferdinand the bull approach and chose family and smelling the flowers over fighting the fight. It was a sweet and fitting au revoir. But I like that the door is left open for a return. Because I like them.
Christine: They have two little kids and their own thriving business. Plus I think they've had enough adventure to last them quite awhile. I'm thrilled that they get to go off and happily raise their family. We all deserves some happiness.
What was the weakest part of the episode for you?
Robin: Honestly? Rigsby not being dead. I mean - it's not like he got shot in the leg. He got a shotgun blast to the abdomen and another shot with a handgun to the chest. The internal bleeding and shock alone should have kept him on the ground unconscious, if not dead. Next thing we know he's up and about shooting people.
Katempw: Grace’s helmet hair. Other than that, I actually really enjoyed the episode though I admit I willingly suspended all disbelief. If I must choose something, the weak point was the Haibachs as villains. They are creepy enough and definitely have reason to want revenge but they aren’t mastermind material to me. And who is paying that lawyer’s bills? She looks expensive.
Christine: Setting Wayne's Superman abilities aside, I'm going with Agent Fischer. I've wanted to give her a chance but week after week I feel like she's not adding anything to the show. Even worse, she's taking screen time away from characters I care about.
Are you convinced that Haibach was the only one involved in the CBI deaths?
Robin: I'm still not sold on that, and if that really is the case, I'm sorely disappointed. When did Haibach suddenly get resourceful and cunning enough to bug phones and execute these kinds of murders? Dude couldn't even write a college thesis. Also, he was mad at Jane - why on earth would Ardiles even have mattered?
Katempw: Haibach acting alone isn’t credible. Did he have the resources and intelligence to bug those phones or be in CA to capture and kill Ardiles, attack the Rigsbys and rig the space that killed LaRoche? I don’t buy it and would love it if it turns out that Volker or Wagner were pulling the strings.
Christine: I agree. I don't see how Haibach pulled all of this off or why he would. There's a reason why he was on Jane's fake Red John list. He wasn't smart or cunning enough to make the real one.
What was your favorite scene?
Robin: The return of ruthless Jane. I didn't realize how much I miss seeing Jane's dark side until we saw him threatening Haibach; I actually caught my breath during that scene. "Don't worry about the law, you should worry about me!" Simon Baker amazes me.
Katempw: Always tough: loved the bar scene with Jane’s high voice non-denial, Jane going to work on Haibach for Rigsby, little Harry Potter-Stuart Little-Ben but the hospital scene was the best. It had our favorite five, Jane’s wink and some long awaited Jane – Lisbon banter at the end.
Christine: I loved Grace fighting her way out of that cellar. She never gave up, not for a second. But my favorite was the hospital with the five of them. I didn't know I's missed their camaraderie that much until I realized it was the last time I'd see it. I was almost mad at Abbott and Fischer for coming in and interrupting the moment. The two felt more like intruders than colleagues.
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Did you think Rigsby was dead?
Robin: I thought he was dead, honestly. I knew Owain Yeoman was leaving the show, and I thought that Jane might have been foreshadowing when he told Rigsby earlier that he needs to survive for his kids.
Katempw: I kind of did after the second shot to what I thought was his heart. But I also didn’t believe they would kill off Rigsby given what Eoghan Mahoney said about honoring the viewers when putting beloved characters in jeopardy.
Christine: This show can go down a dark path sometimes so when when Rigsby took that second shot, I really did think he was dead. As implausible as his getting up and saving everyone was, I was completely grateful that it happened that way.
Should Wayne and Grace take the job with the FBI?
Robin: No, I think this was a good send-off. It's improbable that the entire CBI team would be reunited exactly as they were in another law enforcement agency. This is way more believable.
Katempw: As much as I love our CBI family, I’m glad Wayne and Grace took the Ferdinand the bull approach and chose family and smelling the flowers over fighting the fight. It was a sweet and fitting au revoir. But I like that the door is left open for a return. Because I like them.
Christine: They have two little kids and their own thriving business. Plus I think they've had enough adventure to last them quite awhile. I'm thrilled that they get to go off and happily raise their family. We all deserves some happiness.
What was the weakest part of the episode for you?
Robin: Honestly? Rigsby not being dead. I mean - it's not like he got shot in the leg. He got a shotgun blast to the abdomen and another shot with a handgun to the chest. The internal bleeding and shock alone should have kept him on the ground unconscious, if not dead. Next thing we know he's up and about shooting people.
Katempw: Grace’s helmet hair. Other than that, I actually really enjoyed the episode though I admit I willingly suspended all disbelief. If I must choose something, the weak point was the Haibachs as villains. They are creepy enough and definitely have reason to want revenge but they aren’t mastermind material to me. And who is paying that lawyer’s bills? She looks expensive.
Christine: Setting Wayne's Superman abilities aside, I'm going with Agent Fischer. I've wanted to give her a chance but week after week I feel like she's not adding anything to the show. Even worse, she's taking screen time away from characters I care about.
Are you convinced that Haibach was the only one involved in the CBI deaths?
Robin: I'm still not sold on that, and if that really is the case, I'm sorely disappointed. When did Haibach suddenly get resourceful and cunning enough to bug phones and execute these kinds of murders? Dude couldn't even write a college thesis. Also, he was mad at Jane - why on earth would Ardiles even have mattered?
Katempw: Haibach acting alone isn’t credible. Did he have the resources and intelligence to bug those phones or be in CA to capture and kill Ardiles, attack the Rigsbys and rig the space that killed LaRoche? I don’t buy it and would love it if it turns out that Volker or Wagner were pulling the strings.
Christine: I agree. I don't see how Haibach pulled all of this off or why he would. There's a reason why he was on Jane's fake Red John list. He wasn't smart or cunning enough to make the real one.
What was your favorite scene?
Robin: The return of ruthless Jane. I didn't realize how much I miss seeing Jane's dark side until we saw him threatening Haibach; I actually caught my breath during that scene. "Don't worry about the law, you should worry about me!" Simon Baker amazes me.
Katempw: Always tough: loved the bar scene with Jane’s high voice non-denial, Jane going to work on Haibach for Rigsby, little Harry Potter-Stuart Little-Ben but the hospital scene was the best. It had our favorite five, Jane’s wink and some long awaited Jane – Lisbon banter at the end.
Christine: I loved Grace fighting her way out of that cellar. She never gave up, not for a second. But my favorite was the hospital with the five of them. I didn't know I's missed their camaraderie that much until I realized it was the last time I'd see it. I was almost mad at Abbott and Fischer for coming in and interrupting the moment. The two felt more like intruders than colleagues.
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Mar 24, 2014
The Mentalist Review: Bloody Ends & New Beginnings (6x15 review)
There were plenty of twists and turns in The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 15 and by the end I found myself a little breathless and a lot grateful for how it all ended.
First things first. What happened to Lisbon's pony? How could Jane give her a pony and not know what she did with it? I really hope they revisit its whereabouts in the future.
Grace Van Pelt was quite the fighter in this episode but that wasn't surprising. She had a husband, step-son and baby girl to get back to. She wasn't going down without a fight.
I was really impressed with how she never gave up when it came to breaking out of that box in the basement. Even when she cut her hand she remained calm and barely flinched. It was extraordinary.
However, I was surprised she went running up to that SUV when it approached. Wouldn't she think that her abductor would be one of the people using that road? But perhaps she could see it was a woman driving which would seem less suspicious. But I had little doubt that that was Haibach's sister.
Back at the FBI, Jane did his best to keep Rigsby focused on what was important. He had two kids to get back to and Jane was fairly sure that Grace was still alive. When Wayne begged Jane for his help, the plan began with this The Mentalist quote…
As much as it was part of Jane's strategy, I also believe there was a certain amount of truth in the threat. If Haibach had killed Grace, I'm not sure he would have survived to face a trial.
The one thing that struck me this week was how out of place Agent Fischer felt within the story. I've wanted to give her a chance but instead of growing on me, Fischer has become more tiresome with each passing episode. Basically she takes away screen time from other characters whom I'd rather see.
I had no doubt that the gun Rigsby left on the ground was no longer loaded but I was surprised Rigsby and Jane didn't have a better plan when they got to the cabin. Wouldn't it have been better to have Haibach bring them inside at gunpoint and then tell him it wasn't loaded and get the upper hand? I know Wayne wanted his real gun from the glove compartment but did they really believe that the sister would simply walk out of the cabin and surrender? It was a definite weak spot in their plan.
And it was that miscalculation that almost got Rigsby killed. Honestly, when Wayne took that second shot, I thought he was dead. I wouldn't put it past this show to end Wayne and Grace's run with a tragedy but I'm incredibly grateful that they chose not to.
When Rigsby walked out of that cabin to give Haibach the bloody end he deserved, I was completely taken by surprise. For all of the times I've knocked Wayne Rigsby over the years, in his final scenes, he was the human equivalent of Superman.
As much as it was nice to know that Abbott appreciated their talents, it's better to know that Wayne and Grace will have a new beginning and raise their children as civilians.
As for Jane and Lisbon, I find it hard to believe there would be no repercussions for Jane after kidnapping a suspect with his lawyer watching but I suppose I can let that detail go. As Jane told Lisbon…
Very true.
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First things first. What happened to Lisbon's pony? How could Jane give her a pony and not know what she did with it? I really hope they revisit its whereabouts in the future.
Grace Van Pelt was quite the fighter in this episode but that wasn't surprising. She had a husband, step-son and baby girl to get back to. She wasn't going down without a fight.
I was really impressed with how she never gave up when it came to breaking out of that box in the basement. Even when she cut her hand she remained calm and barely flinched. It was extraordinary.
However, I was surprised she went running up to that SUV when it approached. Wouldn't she think that her abductor would be one of the people using that road? But perhaps she could see it was a woman driving which would seem less suspicious. But I had little doubt that that was Haibach's sister.
Back at the FBI, Jane did his best to keep Rigsby focused on what was important. He had two kids to get back to and Jane was fairly sure that Grace was still alive. When Wayne begged Jane for his help, the plan began with this The Mentalist quote…
See what you don't understand about me Rich is that I don't care. I've got nothing to lose. I've been playing with the house money for years and if I go to prison for what I do to you, I don't care.
Jane
As much as it was part of Jane's strategy, I also believe there was a certain amount of truth in the threat. If Haibach had killed Grace, I'm not sure he would have survived to face a trial.
The one thing that struck me this week was how out of place Agent Fischer felt within the story. I've wanted to give her a chance but instead of growing on me, Fischer has become more tiresome with each passing episode. Basically she takes away screen time from other characters whom I'd rather see.
I had no doubt that the gun Rigsby left on the ground was no longer loaded but I was surprised Rigsby and Jane didn't have a better plan when they got to the cabin. Wouldn't it have been better to have Haibach bring them inside at gunpoint and then tell him it wasn't loaded and get the upper hand? I know Wayne wanted his real gun from the glove compartment but did they really believe that the sister would simply walk out of the cabin and surrender? It was a definite weak spot in their plan.
And it was that miscalculation that almost got Rigsby killed. Honestly, when Wayne took that second shot, I thought he was dead. I wouldn't put it past this show to end Wayne and Grace's run with a tragedy but I'm incredibly grateful that they chose not to.
When Rigsby walked out of that cabin to give Haibach the bloody end he deserved, I was completely taken by surprise. For all of the times I've knocked Wayne Rigsby over the years, in his final scenes, he was the human equivalent of Superman.
As much as it was nice to know that Abbott appreciated their talents, it's better to know that Wayne and Grace will have a new beginning and raise their children as civilians.
As for Jane and Lisbon, I find it hard to believe there would be no repercussions for Jane after kidnapping a suspect with his lawyer watching but I suppose I can let that detail go. As Jane told Lisbon…
Oh come on, please. It's not like I haven't abducted people before.
Jane
Very true.
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Mar 21, 2014
The Mentalist Round Table: "Grey Water"
Wayne and Grace headed to Austin in The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 14 - but did fans get what they wanted when the old gang got back together?
TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined for this edition of the Round Table by The Mentalist fan Donnamour1969 to decide who is targeting the CBI and why Jane wasn't on the case.
Who do you think is targeting the former CBI?
Robin: My money's on Volker, just because he would have the kind of resources to make that happen. Haibach's not well-connected enough. But I'm still remembering that woman in the cemetery when Jane killed Red John, so I'm not writing off the Blake Association just yet.
Donnamour1969: I think Richard Haibach is doing the dirty work, seeking vengeance after he promised to when he was tortured earlier in the season by Bob Kirkland. But I'm not so sure it is just him. Tommy Volker could very well be holding the strings. I'm sure he'd like some vengeance of his own.
Christine: So many suspects. I like the idea of Tommy Volker just because he was such a great nemesis for Lisbon. I'd love to see her have to go head to head with him again with Jane as her backup. But there are so many ways they can go with this story that it could be almost anyone.
Should Jane have been pulled for the fracking case?
Robin: Realistically, yes - he wasn't helping the other case, so it made sense. However, Jane's nonchalance about the case seemed out of character - he did like LaRoche, and his only friends are being targeted. It seemed weird that he wasn't willing to do some leg work and question some of the suspects.
Donnamour1969: This was my main gripe about the episode. The secondary case was pointless, and it seemed totally unlike Jane not to be more involved in the CBI murderer case, especially when it affected his friends. He really owes them for all the times they stuck by him with Red John. Plus, the case was boring.
Christine: Why wouldn't Jane be involved in the CBI case. He was intimately involved in taking down many of the suspects. If the FBI hired Patrick Jane for his unique insights then it seems to me that Jane should be on this case. Plus, as Donnamour1969 mentioned, the fracking case was seriously boring.
Were you surprised that Abbott backed Lisbon about Haibach?
Robin: Pleasantly surprised. Abbott does seem to always have his team's back, and he's constantly endearing himself to me.
Donnamour1969: I admit to being a bit surprised, but I keep underestimating Abbot. I really want to dislike him and be resentful, but I keep surprising myself by liking him more and more.
Christine: I think Robin's on to something. Now that Jane and LIsbon are a part of his team, Abbott views them differently than he did when they were suspects. More and more he appears to value their worth as individuals and it's fun to watch.
What did you think about having the old team back together?
Robin: Honestly, I found the reunion a tad disappointing. Jane was off on another case, Lisbon was working on her own, and I think the new FBI setting kinda throws off the chemistry.
Donnamour1969: It was wonderful - for the five minutes, we had it. I felt denied by that. And then we didn't even get to see them all getting together for a drink. These may be the waning days of the show and of Rigsby and Van Pelt's involvement in it. We deserved more.
Christine: I loved that Kimball Cho gave both Wayne and Grace hugs when they arrived but Jane felt so stand offish that it was kind of odd. He hasn't seen them in years. You'd think there'd be more of a warm welcome. And it was disappointing that we didn't get to see them actually work together for more than one conversation.
What was your favorite scene from this Mentalist Season 6 episode?
Robin: I really enjoyed the execution of Jane's plan at the gas station, with the creepy "London Bridge" playing in the cars. I love that Abbott is willing to go along with Jane's schemes, and he seemed to be having fun with it.
Donnamour1969: The opening scene by far was the best. I knew something bad was coming, and the fact that the baby was involved made things even scarier. My heart was pounding. I wish the entire episode had been like that.
Christine: Definitely the opening scene. Wayne desperately holding on to his baby daughter while trying to protect her from the bullets flying through their home was pretty horrifying. I really felt his terror and was relieved when Grace came to the rescue. I only wish that Grace could have actually shot the guy.
TV Fanatics Robin Harry and Christine Orlando are joined for this edition of the Round Table by The Mentalist fan Donnamour1969 to decide who is targeting the CBI and why Jane wasn't on the case.
Who do you think is targeting the former CBI?
Robin: My money's on Volker, just because he would have the kind of resources to make that happen. Haibach's not well-connected enough. But I'm still remembering that woman in the cemetery when Jane killed Red John, so I'm not writing off the Blake Association just yet.
Donnamour1969: I think Richard Haibach is doing the dirty work, seeking vengeance after he promised to when he was tortured earlier in the season by Bob Kirkland. But I'm not so sure it is just him. Tommy Volker could very well be holding the strings. I'm sure he'd like some vengeance of his own.
Christine: So many suspects. I like the idea of Tommy Volker just because he was such a great nemesis for Lisbon. I'd love to see her have to go head to head with him again with Jane as her backup. But there are so many ways they can go with this story that it could be almost anyone.
Should Jane have been pulled for the fracking case?
Robin: Realistically, yes - he wasn't helping the other case, so it made sense. However, Jane's nonchalance about the case seemed out of character - he did like LaRoche, and his only friends are being targeted. It seemed weird that he wasn't willing to do some leg work and question some of the suspects.
Donnamour1969: This was my main gripe about the episode. The secondary case was pointless, and it seemed totally unlike Jane not to be more involved in the CBI murderer case, especially when it affected his friends. He really owes them for all the times they stuck by him with Red John. Plus, the case was boring.
Christine: Why wouldn't Jane be involved in the CBI case. He was intimately involved in taking down many of the suspects. If the FBI hired Patrick Jane for his unique insights then it seems to me that Jane should be on this case. Plus, as Donnamour1969 mentioned, the fracking case was seriously boring.
Were you surprised that Abbott backed Lisbon about Haibach?
Robin: Pleasantly surprised. Abbott does seem to always have his team's back, and he's constantly endearing himself to me.
Donnamour1969: I admit to being a bit surprised, but I keep underestimating Abbot. I really want to dislike him and be resentful, but I keep surprising myself by liking him more and more.
Christine: I think Robin's on to something. Now that Jane and LIsbon are a part of his team, Abbott views them differently than he did when they were suspects. More and more he appears to value their worth as individuals and it's fun to watch.
What did you think about having the old team back together?
Robin: Honestly, I found the reunion a tad disappointing. Jane was off on another case, Lisbon was working on her own, and I think the new FBI setting kinda throws off the chemistry.
Donnamour1969: It was wonderful - for the five minutes, we had it. I felt denied by that. And then we didn't even get to see them all getting together for a drink. These may be the waning days of the show and of Rigsby and Van Pelt's involvement in it. We deserved more.
Christine: I loved that Kimball Cho gave both Wayne and Grace hugs when they arrived but Jane felt so stand offish that it was kind of odd. He hasn't seen them in years. You'd think there'd be more of a warm welcome. And it was disappointing that we didn't get to see them actually work together for more than one conversation.
What was your favorite scene from this Mentalist Season 6 episode?
Robin: I really enjoyed the execution of Jane's plan at the gas station, with the creepy "London Bridge" playing in the cars. I love that Abbott is willing to go along with Jane's schemes, and he seemed to be having fun with it.
Donnamour1969: The opening scene by far was the best. I knew something bad was coming, and the fact that the baby was involved made things even scarier. My heart was pounding. I wish the entire episode had been like that.
Christine: Definitely the opening scene. Wayne desperately holding on to his baby daughter while trying to protect her from the bullets flying through their home was pretty horrifying. I really felt his terror and was relieved when Grace came to the rescue. I only wish that Grace could have actually shot the guy.
Jan 16, 2014
The Mentalist Round Table: "The Golden Hammer" (6x12)
Who would have guessed that Teresa Lisbon's innocent date with an old colleague would lead to a whole, new, deadly conspiracy on The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 12?
Below, our TV Fanatics Christine Orlando and Robin Harry are joined by The Mentalist fan @Nerwen_Aldarion from Twitter to discuss who the new super villain might be and whether or not Lisbon's date made Jane jealous.
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Who do you think is targeting the former CBI team?
Robin: I'm hoping it's a new big bad. But it's probably the remnants of the Blake Association, covering their tracks by killing the investigating officers, or exacting revenge for the demise of their leader. Who I hope is still dead.
@Nerwen_Aldarion: Blake Association and/or someone with ties to Red John. This is a hit list for revenge and it makes sense to go after the ones that took down the whole association. I wanted a new bad guy, I got it! Man am I happy.
Christine: I agree that it is most likely connected to the Blake Association what if it's something else entirely. Maybe Volker exactly his revenge for being sent to prison. I hope it's Blake Association but we'll have to wait and see.
Do you agree with Cho? Is Jane just as crazy as he was in the beginning of the series?
Robin: Just discussed this with my brother, who's a big The Mentalist fan. I don't think he's as crazy (close though), but he's certainly testing the FBI waters. However, my brother thinks he's worse now, flying high on overconfidence and taking pleasure in needling Fischer.
@Nerwen_Aldarion: Yes and No. I agree that he seems less tethered to the earth now that he no longer has revenge but I'm not sure if it is "crazy" or rather the realization that revenge doesn't fill the void of losing his family. He needs something else to live for (Might I suggest Lisbon?)
Christine: I think for Jane this is a whole new world. For the first time in about a decade he's not immersed in the dark side. I don't think he quite knows how to handle that. And Robin, I think your brother has a point. Jane's win over the FBI has made him overconfident and we all know how much trouble Jane's arrogant streak has gotten him into in the past.
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Jane is still sporting his scruffy look. What do you think of it?
Robin: Love it. Although, Simon Baker could wear a dirty stained potato sack and I'd still be fawning over him...
@Nerwen_Aldarion: I'm on the fence. On one hand he's damn sexy with the scruff, on the other hand I have this inordinate urge to grab a razor LOL
Christine: So far I'm enjoying the scruffy look. It goes with the new, laid back demeanor and funky shirts. But if he ever man's up and asks Lisbon on a date, I want the razor to come out.
Agent Abbott was back. Do you like the man in charge?
Robin: I like him. He certainly brings a different dynamic to the table. He's all business and he's not yet used to Jane, but respects Jane more than you'd expect a relative newcomer to.
@Nerwen_Aldarion: I liked Abbott for the two seconds he was in the episode. They are going to have to flesh out his character quite a bit more to win us over. I'm surprised how much I like the idea that Lisbon isn't in charge anymore.
Christine: I like him for two reasons: First, like that it takes the responsibility of the team off of Lisbon and gives her a little more freedom. Second, I like the actor Rockmund Dunbar. As for the character, so far so good but as me again at the end of the season.
Was Jane jealous to hear Lisbon had a date with Osvaldo, or just curious?
Robin: I think there was more curiosity and surprise than jealousy, honestly. Especially after he found out who and what the "date" was about. If he really was jealous, I think he would have crashed the date!
@Nerwen_Aldarion: YES!!!! Curiosity is when you say "Hmm, where are you going?" Jealousy is when you simply cannot believe this is happening and then keep trying to change the subject BACK to get more information. Jane acted like the teenage boy who just found out the best friend he has a crush on was going out with the high school quarterback. It was GREAT!
Christine: There was definitely some jealousy there. It was as though he couldn't quite believe his ears. Plus he made fun of Osvaldo's shoes. Even though he didn't crash the date, he wanted to hear all about it the next day to keep tabs on how serious this supposed date really was.
What was your favorite scene from this Mentalist Season 6 episode?
Robin: The scene with Patrick, Lisbon and THAT HAT was super cute...but my favorite scene was the final one, with Rigsby going into the dark basement without a gun while Grace saw their faces pop up on the screen. I was stressed and riveted; I thought for sure Rigsby was in trouble.
@Nerwin_Aldarion: I have three. Jane being jealous in the car, Jane and Lisbon on the bench (I loved her in the hat and glasses, it was cute) and the final scene with the reveal. It's going to be a long hiatus.
Christine: It was a great episode but my favorite moment was Jane and Lisbon positively flirting on the bench. They were just so cute about it and it's always entertaining to have them bantering back and forth. His comment about the hat made me laugh.
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Below, our TV Fanatics Christine Orlando and Robin Harry are joined by The Mentalist fan @Nerwen_Aldarion from Twitter to discuss who the new super villain might be and whether or not Lisbon's date made Jane jealous.
Don't forget, if you need to catch up or simply want to see it again, you can always watch The Mentalist online right here at TV Fanatic.
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Who do you think is targeting the former CBI team?
Robin: I'm hoping it's a new big bad. But it's probably the remnants of the Blake Association, covering their tracks by killing the investigating officers, or exacting revenge for the demise of their leader. Who I hope is still dead.
@Nerwen_Aldarion: Blake Association and/or someone with ties to Red John. This is a hit list for revenge and it makes sense to go after the ones that took down the whole association. I wanted a new bad guy, I got it! Man am I happy.
Christine: I agree that it is most likely connected to the Blake Association what if it's something else entirely. Maybe Volker exactly his revenge for being sent to prison. I hope it's Blake Association but we'll have to wait and see.
Do you agree with Cho? Is Jane just as crazy as he was in the beginning of the series?
Robin: Just discussed this with my brother, who's a big The Mentalist fan. I don't think he's as crazy (close though), but he's certainly testing the FBI waters. However, my brother thinks he's worse now, flying high on overconfidence and taking pleasure in needling Fischer.
@Nerwen_Aldarion: Yes and No. I agree that he seems less tethered to the earth now that he no longer has revenge but I'm not sure if it is "crazy" or rather the realization that revenge doesn't fill the void of losing his family. He needs something else to live for (Might I suggest Lisbon?)
Christine: I think for Jane this is a whole new world. For the first time in about a decade he's not immersed in the dark side. I don't think he quite knows how to handle that. And Robin, I think your brother has a point. Jane's win over the FBI has made him overconfident and we all know how much trouble Jane's arrogant streak has gotten him into in the past.
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Jane is still sporting his scruffy look. What do you think of it?
Robin: Love it. Although, Simon Baker could wear a dirty stained potato sack and I'd still be fawning over him...
@Nerwen_Aldarion: I'm on the fence. On one hand he's damn sexy with the scruff, on the other hand I have this inordinate urge to grab a razor LOL
Christine: So far I'm enjoying the scruffy look. It goes with the new, laid back demeanor and funky shirts. But if he ever man's up and asks Lisbon on a date, I want the razor to come out.
Agent Abbott was back. Do you like the man in charge?
Robin: I like him. He certainly brings a different dynamic to the table. He's all business and he's not yet used to Jane, but respects Jane more than you'd expect a relative newcomer to.
@Nerwen_Aldarion: I liked Abbott for the two seconds he was in the episode. They are going to have to flesh out his character quite a bit more to win us over. I'm surprised how much I like the idea that Lisbon isn't in charge anymore.
Christine: I like him for two reasons: First, like that it takes the responsibility of the team off of Lisbon and gives her a little more freedom. Second, I like the actor Rockmund Dunbar. As for the character, so far so good but as me again at the end of the season.
Was Jane jealous to hear Lisbon had a date with Osvaldo, or just curious?
Robin: I think there was more curiosity and surprise than jealousy, honestly. Especially after he found out who and what the "date" was about. If he really was jealous, I think he would have crashed the date!
@Nerwen_Aldarion: YES!!!! Curiosity is when you say "Hmm, where are you going?" Jealousy is when you simply cannot believe this is happening and then keep trying to change the subject BACK to get more information. Jane acted like the teenage boy who just found out the best friend he has a crush on was going out with the high school quarterback. It was GREAT!
Christine: There was definitely some jealousy there. It was as though he couldn't quite believe his ears. Plus he made fun of Osvaldo's shoes. Even though he didn't crash the date, he wanted to hear all about it the next day to keep tabs on how serious this supposed date really was.
What was your favorite scene from this Mentalist Season 6 episode?
Robin: The scene with Patrick, Lisbon and THAT HAT was super cute...but my favorite scene was the final one, with Rigsby going into the dark basement without a gun while Grace saw their faces pop up on the screen. I was stressed and riveted; I thought for sure Rigsby was in trouble.
@Nerwin_Aldarion: I have three. Jane being jealous in the car, Jane and Lisbon on the bench (I loved her in the hat and glasses, it was cute) and the final scene with the reveal. It's going to be a long hiatus.
Christine: It was a great episode but my favorite moment was Jane and Lisbon positively flirting on the bench. They were just so cute about it and it's always entertaining to have them bantering back and forth. His comment about the hat made me laugh.
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Dec 20, 2013
The Mentalist at Midseason: Grade It!
After five seasons of hunting the notorious serial killer, The Mentalist Season 6 saw Patrick Jane not only find Red John but do exactly what he said he'd do when he found him.
He killed the man with his bare hands.
Since we have to wait until January 5 for The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 11, we thought we'd recap some of our favorite - and not so favorite moments - of the season so far in the following TV Fanatic Report Card.
Scroll down and jump in to the debate now...
Best Episode: Surprisingly, The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 10 ("Green Thumb") turned out to be our favorite of the season so far. Patrick Jane was back to his antics and the FBI scrambled in their attempts to wrangle him. But best of all was when Lisbon told Jane off for taking her for granted and not consulting her before demanding she work for the FBI. It was the beginning of a new chapter in their relationship and we look forward to seeing where it leads.
Worst Episode: "Red Listed" Bob Kirkland was certainly creepy enough to be on the final list of Red John suspects but it was no real surprise to learn the rogue agent had his own agenda. But having him torture and kill others on the list in order to find the serial killer himself seemed over the top. And the story about his twin brother deserved some follow up. Unfortunately, when Reede Smith shoot him in the back at the end of The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 4 that was probably ended this story line for good.
Happiest Moment: Jane walking into the FBI and finding Teresa Lisbon waiting for him. After two years without her, Jane's smile shone as bright as we've ever seen…and it was completely infectious.
Most Pivotal Episode: A decade after his wife and child were brutally murdered, Patrick Jane not only found Red John, but put an end to his terror when he killed him. "Red John" left some fans thrilled with the closure while others were dissatisfied that several plot threads were left dangling. Still others debated whether Jane had the right to murder his arch nemesis at all. No matter how you feel, no one can argue that The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 8 may very well be the most pivotal of the entire series.
Biggest Dangling Thread: What was the trick? Red John knew Jane's list of seven suspects before Jane ever wrote it. How? Jane swore it was some kind of a trick. Red John claimed it was his psychic abilities. Now that Red John is dead, it appears we'll never know.
Most Intriguing New Twist: A whole new world for The Mentalist. The angst and darkness of hunting Red John is over. There's a lightness to Patrick Jane that we've never seen before and thankfully he can now look at the the people close to him and not worry about finding them dead with a bloody red smiley face painted over their bodies. It opens up a world of possibilities.
Hopes for 2014:
Overall Grade: A+
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He killed the man with his bare hands.
Since we have to wait until January 5 for The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 11, we thought we'd recap some of our favorite - and not so favorite moments - of the season so far in the following TV Fanatic Report Card.
Scroll down and jump in to the debate now...
Green Thumb Scene
Best Episode: Surprisingly, The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 10 ("Green Thumb") turned out to be our favorite of the season so far. Patrick Jane was back to his antics and the FBI scrambled in their attempts to wrangle him. But best of all was when Lisbon told Jane off for taking her for granted and not consulting her before demanding she work for the FBI. It was the beginning of a new chapter in their relationship and we look forward to seeing where it leads.
Worst Episode: "Red Listed" Bob Kirkland was certainly creepy enough to be on the final list of Red John suspects but it was no real surprise to learn the rogue agent had his own agenda. But having him torture and kill others on the list in order to find the serial killer himself seemed over the top. And the story about his twin brother deserved some follow up. Unfortunately, when Reede Smith shoot him in the back at the end of The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 4 that was probably ended this story line for good.
Happiest Moment: Jane walking into the FBI and finding Teresa Lisbon waiting for him. After two years without her, Jane's smile shone as bright as we've ever seen…and it was completely infectious.
Most Pivotal Episode: A decade after his wife and child were brutally murdered, Patrick Jane not only found Red John, but put an end to his terror when he killed him. "Red John" left some fans thrilled with the closure while others were dissatisfied that several plot threads were left dangling. Still others debated whether Jane had the right to murder his arch nemesis at all. No matter how you feel, no one can argue that The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 8 may very well be the most pivotal of the entire series.
Biggest Dangling Thread: What was the trick? Red John knew Jane's list of seven suspects before Jane ever wrote it. How? Jane swore it was some kind of a trick. Red John claimed it was his psychic abilities. Now that Red John is dead, it appears we'll never know.
Most Intriguing New Twist: A whole new world for The Mentalist. The angst and darkness of hunting Red John is over. There's a lightness to Patrick Jane that we've never seen before and thankfully he can now look at the the people close to him and not worry about finding them dead with a bloody red smiley face painted over their bodies. It opens up a world of possibilities.
Hopes for 2014:
- Patrick Jane reassessing his relationships. Without having to play cat and mouse with a serial killer, we look forward to watching Jane look at the people closest to him with new eyes.
- As Teresa told him herself, she's tired of playing sidekick to Patrick Jane. We can't wait to see how Teresa Lisbon fits in at the FBI and what her new life is like in Texas.
- More of Kimball Cho. As much as we've always liked Cho, We think his deadpan humor works even better at the FBI.
- A Jane / Lisbon romance. Yes, we're shippers here at TV Fanatic and although we want them to take their time, we'd like to see Teresa and Patrick get to know one another in a whole new way this season.
Overall Grade: A+
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Dec 12, 2013
Midseason report card: ‘The Mentalist’ season 6′s Red John reveal, and the ‘New Beginning’
For a show that is in its sixth season, it’s amazing just how much stuff that “The Mentalist” has been forced to contend with this year. Not only was the show constantly delayed, shoved around, and even at one point preempted thanks to NFL football, but it became a guessing game for DVR users who were not even trying to watch the show live. Add to that the big reveal of Red John and moving forward into what is almost a brand-new show with some of the new characters, and there were so many ways in which to get it wrong.
When it comes to that Red John story, where Thomas McAllister was revealed to be the name behind the murder of Jane’s whole family, fan reaction was mixed. Personally, it was a somewhat-stronger story than most of the media was giving them credit for. It almost had a nice cinematic vibe to it in now forcing us to get some sort of hollow explanation as to why McAllister did what it did. There was not going to be a satisfying reason beyond “the man is a psychopath,” and the show was right to not really offer anything at all.
As a matter of fact, the only thing that we would have loved to see more of is Patrick’s life immediately after the murder of Red John happened, since there were some fascinating things that were completely glossed over before we found him living the life of a beach bum. The premise of “My Blue Heaven” was fun enough, even if the entire “Kim Fischer is an agent” story was obvious to everyone but the supposed smartest guy in the room all of the time.
We’re only two episodes in to the reboot, and that’s why it is so hard to judge. But while we’re happy to see Jane and Lisbon back together, we’re still not sold on the Kim character, and we worry that we’re not going to have another sort of long-term mystery like Red John that is worth pondering about. When it comes to that, it was almost all about the investigation rather than the reveal.
But we like “The Mentalist” season 6 overall. We had to change the format of this particular Midseason Report Card compared to what we typically do, but that is largely because we’re almost looking at different shows here molded into one. Some things that were great about the first part of the season (the intensity) just don’t apply to the second part. The major common thread is that Jane is still a captivating character, and while we wish the show was permanently less serialized, this is one of the better CBS crime dramas on the schedule. Just imagine that it wouldn’t feel like such a ratings pain in the backside if it actually aired at 10:00 p.m. Eastern every week. Grade: B.
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When it comes to that Red John story, where Thomas McAllister was revealed to be the name behind the murder of Jane’s whole family, fan reaction was mixed. Personally, it was a somewhat-stronger story than most of the media was giving them credit for. It almost had a nice cinematic vibe to it in now forcing us to get some sort of hollow explanation as to why McAllister did what it did. There was not going to be a satisfying reason beyond “the man is a psychopath,” and the show was right to not really offer anything at all.
As a matter of fact, the only thing that we would have loved to see more of is Patrick’s life immediately after the murder of Red John happened, since there were some fascinating things that were completely glossed over before we found him living the life of a beach bum. The premise of “My Blue Heaven” was fun enough, even if the entire “Kim Fischer is an agent” story was obvious to everyone but the supposed smartest guy in the room all of the time.
We’re only two episodes in to the reboot, and that’s why it is so hard to judge. But while we’re happy to see Jane and Lisbon back together, we’re still not sold on the Kim character, and we worry that we’re not going to have another sort of long-term mystery like Red John that is worth pondering about. When it comes to that, it was almost all about the investigation rather than the reveal.
But we like “The Mentalist” season 6 overall. We had to change the format of this particular Midseason Report Card compared to what we typically do, but that is largely because we’re almost looking at different shows here molded into one. Some things that were great about the first part of the season (the intensity) just don’t apply to the second part. The major common thread is that Jane is still a captivating character, and while we wish the show was permanently less serialized, this is one of the better CBS crime dramas on the schedule. Just imagine that it wouldn’t feel like such a ratings pain in the backside if it actually aired at 10:00 p.m. Eastern every week. Grade: B.
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Dec 11, 2013
Round Table: "Green Thumb" (6x10 review)
Things haven't gone exactly according to plan for Patrick Jane…unless
his plan was to spend three months in a Federal detention suite.
Below, TV Fanatic Christine Orlando is joined by The Mentalist
fans Entwife, Neha, and Foresti Purge to discuss their thoughts on
Agent Kim Fischer and whether or not they'd get a psychic reading from
Patrick Jane.
Ready to jump in and discuss The Mentalist Season 6 Episode 10?
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Were you surprised by the three month time jump with Jane in detention and Lisbon back in Washington state?
Entwife: I have to say I was completely shocked by this! Two
years and now three months. And in isolation? Not allowed to get
Lisbon's letters? I was more than surprised. I was angry. I thought it
was cruel. Abbott and Fischer were trying to make his life as painful as
possible in order to get him to accept indentured servitude with the
FBI. I thought it was sickening.
Neha: I was surprised, yes. I was expecting the episode to
begin with them fighting Abbott on his 'list'. It does go to show how
much he wanted to work with Lisbon though, if he is willing to wait that
long and not break out.
Foresti Purge: Nope. It would have been too unrealistic if the FBI changes its mind overnight.
Christine: I wasn't expecting it but it does show that
Abbott's no push over. He just didn't know who he was dealing with.
Isolation doesn't bother Jane if he can have a comfy place to sit and
his tea.
What are your thoughts so far on Agent Kim Fischer?
Entwife: I thoroughly dislike her. She is a cold manipulator
and has no feeling for Jane except how to turn him into a tool for the
FBI, her tool. She is a bully, in my opinion, harsh, and the end seems
to perfectly justify the means to her. That FBI scene is full of cold,
grim people!
Neha: Agent Fisher is a good character and I like the
chemistry between Jane and her, but I don't know what the point of
introducing her as a regular is. Maybe we'll find out later in the
season. So far though she's just like a side act for me, like it really
wouldn't matter if she wasn't around.
Foresti Purge: Poor woman. She thought she had Jane under
control, when of course all of us know she didn't. I look forward to
seeing how she manages Jane from now on, though. Managing Jane isn't
impossible; Hightower once had succeeded at forcing Jane to respect her
terms. I want to see how Fischer and Abbott deal with him.
Christine: Jane needs a foil and now he has two in Abbott and
Fischer. Jane is obviously nothing she expected and he's enjoying toying
with her. I also like how Cho put her in her place when he berated a
team member for losing Jane. I'm not attached to her yet but it could be
entertaining to see how they all interact going forward.
Did you think Jane had really broken Bertram's code?
Entwife: I thought he had for sure. And, I thought Abbott
really reacted to Jane telling him he had names of corrupt law
enforcement all over the country. It made me think he might be dirty
himself. How awful would that be, for them to be working under yet
another corrupt boss? Well, I'm sure that plot development is waaaaaay
down the road. But interesting.
Neha: No, I knew there was a fair chance he was bluffing, but
you never know with Jane anymore. When he told Lisbon though, it gave
me this great feeling I used to get in the earlier seasons when he put
up an act like that.
Foresti Purge: I did. This is Jane, after all. Patrick Jane
never tells the truth when a lie will do. If he said he hadn't, it can
only mean he had.
Christine: I really thought he'd done it. I can only imagine
what Abbott's reaction will be when he realizes he's been played but
maybe by then Jane will have really cracked the code.
Would you want a psychic reading from Patrick Jane?
Entwife: Sure! It would be fun! I'm sure he would blow my
mind! And I'd already know it was a fake psychic reading, so I could
just enjoy the fun.
Neha: Of course I would, even if I don't believe in psychics. It would be so entertaining!
Foresti Purge: Me? Nah. Like Jane, I don't believe in such things.
Christine: I don't believe but I'm fascinated by the con when
it's done well and it would be such fun to see how well Jane could pull
it off. I'm all in.
Weigh in on Jane's beard. Keep it or shave it?
Entwife: I love the way it looks in the sunlight, so bright and pretty
with his hair. The way he is now, it sort of makes him look more scruffy
than anything. I'd kind of like him to shave it off and see his pretty
smooth skin instead. I think it would make him look younger, and more
ruggedly handsome even with the weathering.
Neha: I would say, keep the beard, loose the wrinkled suit. I mean,
haven't we had enough of his hobo look already? I mean, it's hot and all
In a "I am trying to figure my life out" kinda way, but I think I miss
his vest.
Foresti Purge: Absolutely keep it. He looks rougher like that. You know, more like a free man.
Christine: I usually don't like beards but I'm a fan of this scruffy
look on Jane. I keep waiting for Lisbon to reach out and touch it!
What was your favorite scene?
Entwife: The conversation between them on the airplane where
Lisbon stood up for herself that she wouldn't allow Jane to take over
her life at his whim. Her words about him not being in her life for two
years really cut him and she felt bad for it, especially in light of his
letters. But letters are not being there. She curbed and cuffed him and
he accepted it. It was sad and hurt to watch, but it's the deepening of
their relationship that I've been looking for, and I can't wait to see
more!
Neha: I am a Lisbon fan, so the airplane scene where she
finally tells him how self absorbed he has been, has to be my favorite. I
think, that is the only real conversation they have had since his
return. There was also that conversation between Cho and Fisher, about
Jane. And that Cho scene about the road runner, I love Cho!
Foresti Purge: In hindsight, my favorite scene is when Jane
asked $20 from Lisbon. Think: Who needs $20 for a hot dog? That's when I
realized he's been planning his escape all along. He needs that much
money to buy pen, stamp, envelope, and spray paint. When I rewatched the
scene, I was absolutely impressed--this man is a genius!
Christine: As much as I loved Lisbon finally telling him off
on the plane, my favorite scene was at the end. Jane just radiated joy
when Lisbon told him she'd be taking the job with the FBI and they'd
work together. And his reaction to the socks was incredibly sweet. It
just had me wishing we didn't have to wait until January 5th to see
more.
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Dec 10, 2013
Insider's Blog: Green Thumb (6x10)
How is the re-boot of The Mentalist going to be different? Daniel Cerone takes you inside production of "Green Thumb".
Well, it should come as no surprise by now that after five and a half seasons, we're re-booting The Mentalist. Three episodes ago, the CBI was shut down. Two episodes ago, Patrick Jane obtained his long-awaited revenge on Red John. And last episode, we found Jane hiding from authorities on a tropical island. What viewers may not be aware of is that while those three episodes were shooting, our production designer, Mike Novotny, was hard at work dismantling the old CBI standing set and building a shiny, new, and permanent FBI set.
That new set was revealed this week in "Green Thumb". In essence, the episode was like writing a series pilot. A new universe is introduced, a new team of personalities set in motion (with some familiar pieces intact), and a new world of stories begins. We didn't want to see Jane consulting for the CBI without Red John out there, because that's the reason Jane joined the CBI in the first place. Working for the FBI gives Jane access to bigger stories with higher stakes and loftier figures to poke at -- which is ultimately the fun of The Mentalist. For the first time we can now enjoy Jane without the weight of his family's murder hanging over his head.
In addition to introducing all the new elements, the storytelling in "Green Thumb" was challenging because we wanted to set the FBI paradigm in motion, but we didn't want to throw too many changes at viewers at once. So we gave Jane a murder to solve this week, which mixes the old with the new. In fact, most of the stories this season will continue to revolve around a dead body on the floor, but the cases will often have national implications.
What was the most rewarding part of this episode for me was watching the transformation of Lisbon. Last week's episode was focused on the FBI finding Jane and extracting him to the United States. Jane arguably has a strong reason to join the FBI -- it will keep him out of jail for murder. But Lisbon now has an established home and career, so what's in it for her to upend her life? In many ways, this is Lisbon's episode and it's great watching Robin Tunney play a character who's no longer the boss. The new sides of her character feel revelatory and fresh, and that, after all, was the goal of the re-boot.
Hope you enjoy.
Written by
Producer Daniel Cerone
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Well, it should come as no surprise by now that after five and a half seasons, we're re-booting The Mentalist. Three episodes ago, the CBI was shut down. Two episodes ago, Patrick Jane obtained his long-awaited revenge on Red John. And last episode, we found Jane hiding from authorities on a tropical island. What viewers may not be aware of is that while those three episodes were shooting, our production designer, Mike Novotny, was hard at work dismantling the old CBI standing set and building a shiny, new, and permanent FBI set.
That new set was revealed this week in "Green Thumb". In essence, the episode was like writing a series pilot. A new universe is introduced, a new team of personalities set in motion (with some familiar pieces intact), and a new world of stories begins. We didn't want to see Jane consulting for the CBI without Red John out there, because that's the reason Jane joined the CBI in the first place. Working for the FBI gives Jane access to bigger stories with higher stakes and loftier figures to poke at -- which is ultimately the fun of The Mentalist. For the first time we can now enjoy Jane without the weight of his family's murder hanging over his head.
In addition to introducing all the new elements, the storytelling in "Green Thumb" was challenging because we wanted to set the FBI paradigm in motion, but we didn't want to throw too many changes at viewers at once. So we gave Jane a murder to solve this week, which mixes the old with the new. In fact, most of the stories this season will continue to revolve around a dead body on the floor, but the cases will often have national implications.
What was the most rewarding part of this episode for me was watching the transformation of Lisbon. Last week's episode was focused on the FBI finding Jane and extracting him to the United States. Jane arguably has a strong reason to join the FBI -- it will keep him out of jail for murder. But Lisbon now has an established home and career, so what's in it for her to upend her life? In many ways, this is Lisbon's episode and it's great watching Robin Tunney play a character who's no longer the boss. The new sides of her character feel revelatory and fresh, and that, after all, was the goal of the re-boot.
Hope you enjoy.
Written by
Producer Daniel Cerone
SRC: cbs.com/
Dec 9, 2013
Jane Gets His Groove Back (review)
It's been three months that Patrick Jane's (Simon Baker) been in (isolated) detention on The Mentalist — during which time he apparently couldn't find a decent razor — and Abbott (Rockmond Dunbar) and Fisher (Emily Swallow) are growing impatient, champing at the bit to have Jane join their ranks at the FBI. But there's only one problem: he won't work for them unless all his demands are met, and Lisbon (Robin Tunney) is the final holdout. Fisher takes a trip to Washington to personally recruit Lisbon, who's getting increasingly frustrated with the office politics at her desk job, and convinces her to at least hear Jane out.
Despite the case Jane makes, Lisbon stands firm. "I have a home and a respected career. You're locked up for murder," she notes — and has a point. But she sticks around, and the FBI enlists Jane's help on the case of a man who has been reported missing/possibly kidnapped in Brooklyn. (Oh, and by the way, he has enough information to bring down the entire financial system.) As they start looking into the case, Jane's flippancy isn't sitting well with the straitlaced Fisher, and he's not thrilled with her no-nonsense approach either. He wonders aloud which version of her is the real one — the uptight FBI agent or the laid-back woman he bonded with back on the beach.
Despite his lengthy hiatus, Jane hasn't lost his touch. Eventually (after briefly going MIA in Brooklyn), he deduces that the missing man caught his wife's psychic breaking into their home, accidentally killed him during the struggle that ensued, and was spotted by a neighbor when he was trying to bury the body. The neighbor — who we find out at the end of the episode is a former gang member — decided to hold the man for ransom, knowing that he was a valuable asset.
Of course, Jane explains all of this only after Fisher reaches her breaking point. Officially fed up with Jane's games, she says she's prepared to cart him back to Texas and formally charge him with the murder of Thomas McAllister (a.k.a. Red John). But once he tips her off as to where she can find the psychic's body, she's forced to reconsider. Cho (Tim Kang) wisely advises her that she'll never be able to rein Jane in and should probably just stop trying.
On the plane back to Texas, Lisbon and Jane have a touching conversation where Lisbon reiterates that she's ready to move on. She accuses her partner of never taking her feelings into consideration and tells him she was scared he had decided to disappear again when he ran away in Brooklyn. "You haven't been part of my life for two years, so let's get this case wrapped up so I can go home," Lisbon tells Jane, who looks genuinely hurt. And she's not the only one who won't let Jane have his way. Abbott is still not ready to budge either and tells Jane he looks forward to following his murder trial on TV.
If anything could change Lisbon's mind, however, it's a classic power play by Jane. During his impromptu tour of Brooklyn, we see Jane postmark a letter to Abbott, and later learn that it's a list of all the members of the Blake Association that he (supposedly) pulled off of the hard drive Rigsby (Owain Yeoman) and Van Pelt (Amanda Righetti) found in Bertram's wine cellar back in Episode 7. Most have been arrested, but in the version that Jane sent to Abbott, some of the names are blacked out — and Jane says he'll only divulge them when his contract with the FBI is up. Abbott has no choice to agree.
But it's a bait-and-switch. In a subsequent conversation between Jane and Lisbon, we learn that they never actually cracked the code on Bertram's hard drive, and Jane manufactured the list —blacked-out names and all — during his Brooklyn jaunt. Lisbon finally agrees to come back and work with Jane and presents him with a pair of socks to mark the occasion. (Aww.)
Other key moments from the episode:
-Lisbon and Fisher have a female bonding moment about trying to "figure him out." Fisher asks Lisbon if they were ever involved romantically, and Lisbon gets a little flustered. Is "Will they or won't they?" going to be the new "Who is Red John?"?
-We also meet the meek, slightly creepy(?) Analyst Wiley — a.k.a. "Coyote," even though he doesn't get the Looney Tunes reference — who finds Jane while perusing satellite footage of the streets of Brooklyn on his lunch break.
-Loved Jane's repeated requests for a new couch as part of his terms.
-Despite the two-year time jump, this "rebooted" version of The Mentalist feels a lot like putting on an old glove, no?
What did you think? Are you glad Jane's back in the saddle with Lisbon by his side? Do you think Fisher has the hots for him? Did you miss Rigsby and Van Pelt in this episode? Leave your thoughts on "Green Thumb" in the comments below!
The Mentalist airs Sundays at 10/9c on CBS.
SRC: tvguide.com/
Despite the case Jane makes, Lisbon stands firm. "I have a home and a respected career. You're locked up for murder," she notes — and has a point. But she sticks around, and the FBI enlists Jane's help on the case of a man who has been reported missing/possibly kidnapped in Brooklyn. (Oh, and by the way, he has enough information to bring down the entire financial system.) As they start looking into the case, Jane's flippancy isn't sitting well with the straitlaced Fisher, and he's not thrilled with her no-nonsense approach either. He wonders aloud which version of her is the real one — the uptight FBI agent or the laid-back woman he bonded with back on the beach.
Despite his lengthy hiatus, Jane hasn't lost his touch. Eventually (after briefly going MIA in Brooklyn), he deduces that the missing man caught his wife's psychic breaking into their home, accidentally killed him during the struggle that ensued, and was spotted by a neighbor when he was trying to bury the body. The neighbor — who we find out at the end of the episode is a former gang member — decided to hold the man for ransom, knowing that he was a valuable asset.
Of course, Jane explains all of this only after Fisher reaches her breaking point. Officially fed up with Jane's games, she says she's prepared to cart him back to Texas and formally charge him with the murder of Thomas McAllister (a.k.a. Red John). But once he tips her off as to where she can find the psychic's body, she's forced to reconsider. Cho (Tim Kang) wisely advises her that she'll never be able to rein Jane in and should probably just stop trying.
On the plane back to Texas, Lisbon and Jane have a touching conversation where Lisbon reiterates that she's ready to move on. She accuses her partner of never taking her feelings into consideration and tells him she was scared he had decided to disappear again when he ran away in Brooklyn. "You haven't been part of my life for two years, so let's get this case wrapped up so I can go home," Lisbon tells Jane, who looks genuinely hurt. And she's not the only one who won't let Jane have his way. Abbott is still not ready to budge either and tells Jane he looks forward to following his murder trial on TV.
If anything could change Lisbon's mind, however, it's a classic power play by Jane. During his impromptu tour of Brooklyn, we see Jane postmark a letter to Abbott, and later learn that it's a list of all the members of the Blake Association that he (supposedly) pulled off of the hard drive Rigsby (Owain Yeoman) and Van Pelt (Amanda Righetti) found in Bertram's wine cellar back in Episode 7. Most have been arrested, but in the version that Jane sent to Abbott, some of the names are blacked out — and Jane says he'll only divulge them when his contract with the FBI is up. Abbott has no choice to agree.
But it's a bait-and-switch. In a subsequent conversation between Jane and Lisbon, we learn that they never actually cracked the code on Bertram's hard drive, and Jane manufactured the list —blacked-out names and all — during his Brooklyn jaunt. Lisbon finally agrees to come back and work with Jane and presents him with a pair of socks to mark the occasion. (Aww.)
Other key moments from the episode:
-Lisbon and Fisher have a female bonding moment about trying to "figure him out." Fisher asks Lisbon if they were ever involved romantically, and Lisbon gets a little flustered. Is "Will they or won't they?" going to be the new "Who is Red John?"?
-We also meet the meek, slightly creepy(?) Analyst Wiley — a.k.a. "Coyote," even though he doesn't get the Looney Tunes reference — who finds Jane while perusing satellite footage of the streets of Brooklyn on his lunch break.
-Loved Jane's repeated requests for a new couch as part of his terms.
-Despite the two-year time jump, this "rebooted" version of The Mentalist feels a lot like putting on an old glove, no?
What did you think? Are you glad Jane's back in the saddle with Lisbon by his side? Do you think Fisher has the hots for him? Did you miss Rigsby and Van Pelt in this episode? Leave your thoughts on "Green Thumb" in the comments below!
The Mentalist airs Sundays at 10/9c on CBS.
SRC: tvguide.com/
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