Series 9 Episode 7 discussion

[Apicius]

(07-11-2010 08:49 AM)Jhokur Wrote:  A few thoughts of mine, with agreements to prior comments on Albany (not sure what could be a spoiler, so...):

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a) A bogus file - a trigger word given/mentioned by HP at some point during the investigation into Dakar
b) Five's version of Bourne's Blackbriar - Lucas was programmed, albeit OUR Lucas: the Lucas North in Dakar was really John, planted to bring out the traitor.
c) A 5/6 joint investigation on the Chinese/Russian ties

Until the next episode, I truly believe Vaughn brainwashed Lucas at some point. Harry's reactions were more in disbelief about Vaughn than Lucas' "revelations" about his past. Something tells me he knows what's been going down in Lucas' past.

I have a strong feeling Malcolm may have "retired" but never really left the service, not to mention he's one of the most trusted characters with Harry. You know the Chinese would have never had access to the Grid's computers with Malcolm on the job. Coming back for 10th to show Tariq how it's done? Would LOVE it!

My way out for Lucas to be the hero?

Rooftop scene: Lucas/John with Harry, Harry details how Lucas was set up. Lucas surrenders to Harry when Vaughn and Maya show up to kill both Lucas and Harry. Harry takes out Maya, Vaughn clips Harry in the shoulder. Lucas rushes Vaughn - shooting Vaughn in the gut, declares "I will always be Lucas North", shoves him off the roof. Fade out.

Will it happen? I doubt it I can hope for something good though.

Liking some of those theories, but as you said this ending seems unlikely. Suggestion b) is something that I've been thinking about increasingly. But think that they wouldn't do a close copy of a story line, as they like new writing. Possibly could adapt it with some new twists...?

I'm really excited about seeing this episode but the enjoyment is tainted somewhat with the knowledge that it is the last of this season and therefore we have so long to wait before our next new Spooks fix. Bring back the 10 episode series format!! (although perhaps would still feel left short)

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(07-11-2010 10:31 AM)George Wrote:  

(07-11-2010 08:55 AM)BoHenley Wrote:  I'll have your rooftop scene, Jhokur. I still think Harry KNOWS.

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Sorry, Apicius, can't find it. I thought it was in the "S9 Filming..." directory, but maybe I saw it somewhere else. I can't find it in my "Spooks pics" area (on my home computer) either...

I can describe it.

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Lucas and Chinese guy standing by the Thames (?) talking. Sorry, but that's it

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Lucas and Chinese are twice shown in the BBC clip "Behind the scenes" on the website; it looks like Lucas is in a church. Also Beth and Dimitri walk around in a rail station. All seems shot for ep. 8

Thanks, knew I'd seen it somewhere. Here's a link to it in case anyone else wants to check it out. But be warned...

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... definitely is filming for ep.8 as clapper board says Ep 7-8 and we've not had this stuff yet. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-11340889