Episode 1 Discussion [Rewatch]

[The Grid]

(21-07-2011 05:19 PM)JHyde Wrote:  It's interesting you mention the little Helen/Tom scene. On the DVD commentary we were told that this scene was added to the script to help build up Helen's character before her big exit in the following episode.

I haven't watched the DVD commentary yet - I think I should at some point as I've owned the DVD for ages! I think the writers were really successful with this little scene. By just having a conversation with Tom, you could tell she was one of life's nicest characters and therefore you immediately cared about her and had some kind of emotional investment, so we could successfully feel something for her big exit in the next episode. No matter how many times I watch it, her exit still has a massive effect on me.