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The Reichenbach Fall » Stunt Footage » July 27, 2012 1:25 am

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Boy, that was cool!  Did I read somewhere that it was actually BC doing that stunt?

Awards » Emmy Awards » July 20, 2012 1:39 am

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I think anything/anyone having to do with Game Change will win.  It got a lot of coverage here in the States it's an American Story which I think may play a part in it.  Plus, all the actors are beloved here. 

For me, as much as I loved Game Change, it certainly didn't wow me to the extent that Sherlock did.  I'm hopeful that Sherlock will win in every category where it's nominated, but not holdng my breath.

The Reichenbach Fall » Lestrade: "Now remember, she's just seven years old » June 29, 2012 5:02 pm

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Davina wrote:

'I don't do that!'
'Yes you do!'

Haha!  If I hadn't thought that scene was so funny, I probably wouldn't have even noticed this one!

The Reichenbach Fall » scenes cut from U.S. TRF » June 27, 2012 11:10 pm

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I'm hating the posts about Sherlock's emotions just being acting and saddened by Modfat's statement in the PBS interview!  I WANT Sherlock to have feelings for his few friends -- to a point.  I don't want him to feel like nobody cares for him.  But then, I'm not a Canonized fan so I don't really KNOW Sherlock.  Yet. 

I'll have to look for that interview because I probably need to read it to get my head in the right place.

Thanks so much for this, jenosborn!

The Reichenbach Fall » Lestrade: "Now remember, she's just seven years old » June 27, 2012 10:42 pm

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and she's in shock, so anything you can do to..."

Sherlock:  "Not be myself?"

Lestrade:  "It would be appreciated."

Sherlock shoots John a look, then snaps DOWN his coat collar. 

I howl every time I see that scene!

EDIT to correct incorrect word.  Virtual keyboard blues.

Reichenbach Theories » now I'm thinking Sherlock did NOT know he was going to jump! » June 27, 2012 10:31 pm

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Fetchinketch wrote:

Maybe he expected them both to fall from the rooftop, but had some hope of surviving?

You make a good point -- there was a reason SH chose St. Bart's roof.

Head-banging, isn't it?

Reichenbach Theories » now I'm thinking Sherlock did NOT know he was going to jump! » June 27, 2012 10:06 pm

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Just watched it again and here's what's making me consider this possibility:

1) Sherlock thought there WAS a code and that would be his bargaining chip with JM.
2) Then he thought he could get JM to call off the assassins.  He obviously didn't know JM was going to
     commit suicide.
3)  After JM kills himself, Sherlock seems so distraught, not only by the shocking act he's just witnessed, but
     about what to do next?
4)  I think he knew a trick or two to maybe survive the fall, but was understandably nervous (understatement)
     and may have admonished John to stay away to avoid the horror of being right there if his plan wasn't
     successful as well as to not know his death was a ruse if it was.
5)  He made the "confession" to save the lives of his friends, regardless of the outcome of his fall.

This does NOT address the following:

1) Telling Molly he was going to die.
2) The bicyclist mowing John down.
3) The Network being there in place to remove his body and keep John away.

My previous agreement with most that the entire thing was planned doesn't jibe with his belief that he could bargain with the code, and after learning there was no code' his belief that he could make JM call off assassins.

That ball he was playing with has to mean something, but I was in the league of those who figured he'd used it to stop his pulse, and with this new uncertainty in my mind, that doesn't make sense if he didn't know he'd be
jumping off the roof.

It was just his behavior on the roof, and the mistakes he'd made in his assumptions, that make me question he had the whole thing planned.

This will drive me nuts until Season 3!

EDIT -- Oops, I should have posted this in the Theories threead!  Mea Culpa!  I'd move if if I knew how (don't even know if I'm allowed to).   Again, sorry!

The Hounds Of Baskerville » The Password » June 26, 2012 9:26 pm

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hypergreenfrog wrote:

I guess it just proves the point that it is very hard to please everyone in terms of accuracy and believability.

It's very hard to please everyone in terms of anything! 

Although it can be maddening when they do things that are hard to believe, we have to remember that this is fiction and entertainment, not real life. 

But I know what you mean!

Introductions Please... » Hullo from Virginia » June 26, 2012 8:23 pm

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Hi, BBE!  I'm on the other side of the country, but right with you in your fascination (obsession?) with Sherlock! 

Didn't Shlock use an American accent to the CIA guy as he was boarding the 007 plane?  It was just a quick question.

Other Adaptations » Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows » June 26, 2012 7:51 pm

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SusiGo --  You're right, I shouldn't have compared them.  I should really watch it again with a non-jaundiced eye.  I DID really like Jude Law, though.  I think that I was meh about Downey's Sherlock because he seemed like he wasn't serious enough?  I don't know.  *shrugs*.

Haven't seen the Jeremy Britt series, but I'm sure I'll get to it.  The only other Sherlocks I've seen are The Hounds with Basil Rathbone, and Without a Clue with Michael Caine and Ben Kingsley.  I'm such a Novice!

Other Adaptations » Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows » June 25, 2012 1:33 am

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Really?  I kind of wandered away towards the end of it, UN-riveted.

It was pure entertainment (and action) but it didn't stimulate the mind at all. 

I could drone on and on, but suffice it to say I think Sherlock! spoiled me.

Anybody else?

I'm guessing you guys have discussed this, but I couldn't find it, sorry.

Introductions Please... » Hello from Romania! » June 25, 2012 1:24 am

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Hi, Addie!  I'm a newbie/latecomer, too.  And also a new-to-the-fold rabid Sherlock fan.   The people on this forum are so nice and knowledgeable, I'm so happy we found it!

Character Analysis » D'you think Sherlock has ever had a girlfriend? » June 25, 2012 1:13 am

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Sentimental Pulse wrote:

Until Irene..no. But he is visiting her in the witness protection location he smuggled her safely to..They meet for glorious trysts once a month, and no one else has any suspicions!

Blabbermouth!   

Reichenbach Theories » Some new, small observations after playing it at lower speed » June 24, 2012 1:31 pm

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veecee wrote:

They have to be careful though. If they go too far with the thawing, the tension of hoping he'll thaw will be gone. It's like with Spock in the original Star Trek. They had one episode where he went completely emotional, but it had to be due to a drug and then he went back to being himself. (Wait a minute. That sound familiar.) Otherwise, he wouldn't be Spock. And Sherlock wouldn't be Sherlock.

Not sure I'm being clear.

You ARE being clear and you have a very good point.!

The Reichenbach Fall » At the cemetery, do you think Sherlock was close enough to hear John? » June 24, 2012 2:40 am

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Davina wrote:

The photo shows that deep down inside Benedict is from Essex because...he is wearing white stilettos.

I don't get the "in" joke, D, but I think I get it (and think it's funny) anyway!   

Reichenbach Theories » Some new, small observations after playing it at lower speed » June 24, 2012 2:23 am

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Sammy wrote:

Now I'm thinking about how Sherlock might have slowed down the pulse in his arm if not with the rubber ball... (which seems more and more unlikely the more I think about it)

Well, there's SOME reason for the rubber ball, Sammy, and I still like the pulse theory.  Maybe that's why he turned on the ground -- to place the ball under his arm?

That's a beautiful shot you chose from the cemetery.  I don't recall seeing a front-on view all the times I've watched it!  My sense was that he was just clinically assessing the situation, thinking of what his next steps were to be.  But this freeze frame, to me, looks as though his heart is hurting and heavy with sadness.  I'm of the belief that Sherlock is thawing, for lack of a better word, and that the pain his "death" is causing John makes him so sad.  I know it's not according to canon, but I want "our" Sherlock to have some happiness. 

General Sherlock Discussion » My today's tiny contribution to the Sherlock fandom... » June 23, 2012 5:15 pm

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Sherli Bakerst wrote:

Those are fantastic, tobeornot221b!

Two days ago, I went to my local Apple store (and, btw, Sherlock looks GREAT on the new Retina display!) and left "I believe in Sherlock!" and "Moriarty was real!" notes on the computers/tablets I was playing on.  Great fun!  Couldn't take photos as I don't have a smartphone, though.

I had to take in my iPad and it took four Geniuses to figure out the problem.  when each one would look and see my Sherlock/Watson wallpaper, they'd. Ask "who is that?".  I'd launch into a rave telling them they MUST watch!  It's the cool one of S&W running down a darkened street, Sherlock's coat billowing.

edit:  Apologies for the punctuation and spelling.  A curse with the above-mentioned iPad's virtual keyboard.

The Reichenbach Fall » At the cemetery, do you think Sherlock was close enough to hear John? » June 23, 2012 5:01 pm

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JaneCo wrote:



I see what you mean Sentimental pulse  . It's probably not his best look.

LOL!  Then LOL again!

The Reichenbach Fall » At the cemetery, do you think Sherlock was close enough to hear John? » June 23, 2012 4:59 pm

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Dramagod wrote:

I don't think Sherlock heard John, but I think he was able to read his body language and his facial expressions to know how his faked death had crushed him. And the look on Sherlock's face on the other hand seems to be the "I'm sorry I did this to you John, but I had no choice" -expression. It'll be interesting to see how Sherlock will drop the bomb on John next season.

Well, I hope the writers take some license and make it so Sherlock DID hear.  I've rarely been so wrenched by a scene/delivery.  Sherlock NEEDS to hear what John said! 

I don't have an opinion on Sherlock's expression, so I like hearing what others think.  Actually, the more I think off it, I feel that Sherlock wasn't moved -- just clinically observing then thinking what his next move should be.  I REFUSE to believe that, though, so I've decided I'm wrong.

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