Grey’s Anatomy – The New Medium?
Ok, I admit it. After last week, I was ready to give up on this show. But, I tuned in for one more week because I’ve been watching this show forever and it’s a hard habit to break. I don’t think I could handle Grey’s crapping out on me and I don’t think I’m the only one.
I just want to know if Izzie is loony or sick with some tumor or other neurological disorder? What gives with that? Personally, I think the powers that be didn’t realize how popular Denny would be with viewers. He was hot, cute, sick and we loved him. And we hated that he died. So, they bring him back and get a boost with viewership maybe? Or, is this a way to get Katherine Heigl out of the show so she can make movies full time?
I have a hard time accepting the concept of Izzie touching and talking to Denny, much less believing he is her ghost lover. But, Heigl is such an awesome actress that when I watch her yelling at Denny, I buy it. I wonder how long it will take for her housemates to realize she thinks she’s getting her freak on with a ghost. And how will this affect Alex? And what kind of intervention will that be, exactly? A call for a pscyh consult? Will she be led away in a strait-jacket or given massive doses of chemo? Maybe this is Heigl’s way of auditioning for more than just chick flick movies. The woman, besides being gorgeous, has gads of talent and deserves more than just 27 Dresses. Or, even more strange than a sudden tumor,maybe she really is seeing Denny’s ghost and what they really need is a consult with Allison Dubois. Talk about crossovers. That one would be interesting.
On a positive note – I’m very taken with Christina’s new love interest. I want to see more. Unlike the rest of the doctors, she’s only had one love interest on the show and he’s been long gone for awhile. (In my humble opinion, the show hasn’t quite been the same since Isaiah Washington’s departure, but that’s just me. I always thought him the mcsteamiest of all. I was hoping he would get a slap on the wrist and perhaps public humiliation for his offensive comments towards T.R. Knight. But, not being behind the scenes, perhaps leaving was the only equitable option.)
I also think the whole intern “let’s cut ourselves up” story line is pretty cool. Granted, I don’t think it would happen in real life but I still like it. It makes me wonder if every set of interns has an episode where, because of stupidity,they jeopardize people’s lives (circling back to Denny)?
So, what’s your take on the Izzie angle? Bad idea or another juicy twist?
posted by tjonsek in → Reviews
November 22nd, 2008 at 4:46 am
I have to agree with you on that. Both her and Chandra are a cut above. And I look forward to seeing those movies you mentioned. I'll have to go check it out.
November 22nd, 2008 at 11:13 am
Not sure about the storyline or where it is going..but Heigl is absolutely superb. I really think she will leave at the end of the season. On IMDB she has 4 movies lined up already and not all rom coms either..some interesting stuff worthy of her talent I hope. To me it is no surprise she won the Emmy on Grey's as she and Chandra Wilson have been a cut above since Season 1.
November 25th, 2008 at 9:50 am
The show does miss Washington, who as impossible as he might have being to work with, was both probably the best male actor in the cast and one of the few that always sound an actual adult.
November 25th, 2008 at 10:07 am
Yes – I wondered if he was hard to work with but he is a good actor & it hasn't felt the same. I didn't know if it had to do with writers strike or was a combo of many things. The latter- I suspect, is closer to the truth. But I do miss seeing him on the show.
November 25th, 2008 at 10:11 am
Uh, Isiah couldn't keep his goddamn mouth shut about his prejudices. He's a clumsy, modern-day Anita Bryant.
November 25th, 2008 at 10:30 am
I know. & I'm pretty clear (for those who spend a little time talking to me) how I feel about those (or any) prejudices. I know you know that I am very much against prejudice for sexual orientation. But that doesn't take away from his talent as an actor. It might detour his career and the consequences might impact how far he goes & how long he lasts – but I do have to show respect for talent when I see it. I just wonder if his removal was an overreaction or due to his inability to keep mouth shut & play nice.
November 25th, 2008 at 10:34 am
& now that Dr. Hahn is gone (which really upset me as well, I liked the story line) – I wonder if that was due to people's uncomfortableness w/ a lesbian relationship being so explicit or if they really thought the two didn't have chemistry. I just wonder…
November 25th, 2008 at 10:34 am
Seemed like a reaction to his ill-considered "apology". That's just a bit too toxic.
Of course, they've made up for it by dumping Brooke Smith, who's one of my favorite character actors. Can't be having teh gay on TV.
November 25th, 2008 at 10:42 am
Yeah – it seems like they don't really have much balance…. was there pressure put on them by advertisers that you know of or just that they can't seem to make up their minds?
November 25th, 2008 at 10:43 am
Shonda's a hack, is my best guess.
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